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February 2026

Puff The Magic Dragon

February 7
Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 150 Gillett St.
Painesville, OH United States
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The story of a lonely boy who overcomes his fears by creating a "magical" friend. 2 p.m. 

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Special Needs Craft Hour

February 9
Medina County District Library, 210 South Broadway Street
Medina, OH United States
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Create a simple sand art craft with friends. 1:30-2:30 p.m. 

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Early Intervention Story Time

February 9
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave.
Mentor, OH United States
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A story time and activity offered to families in the early intervention program. 5:30-6 p.m. 

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Adaptive Play Group

February 21
Lakewood Library, Main Branch, Multipurpose Room, 15425 Detroit Ave.
Lakewood, United States
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Caregivers of children with concerns about development can engage with others while practicing play and social skills. 9:30 a.m. 

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Adaptive Kayaking

February 22
Seven Hills Community Recreation Center Pool, 7777 Summit View Dr.
Seven Hills, OH United States
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Designed for guests (Ages 8 and over) with disabilities to try kayaking in the warmth of a pool. 9:30-11 a.m. 

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Snowflake Dance

February 28
Pepper Pike Learning Center, 32000 Chagrin Blvd
Pepper Pike, OH
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A sensory-friendly and welcoming event for participants of all abilities, with thoughtful support in place to help everyone feel comfortable and included. This will be a joyful night of dancing, games, crafts, and more. Meet other families from the community and build new and meaningful relationships. 5-8:30 p.m. 

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March 2026

College Planning for Students with IEPs and 504 Plans

March 2
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Free webinar to explore steps for a successful transition and support for students with disabilities. 7-8 p.m. autismakron.org/college-planning-webinar

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Inclusion Days at the Akron Zoo

March 2 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 11:00 am, repeating until March 2, 2026

Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave
Akron, OH 44307 United States
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The Akron Zoo is offering Inclusion Days on Saturday, Feb. 28 through Monday, March 2 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., in partnership with Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board. Guests who wear orange to the zoo will receive free admission for the day. 

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Western Cuyahoga County Resource Fair

March 5
Don Umerley Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd
Rocky River, OH United States

For families with children facing developmental, behavioral, or academic challenges. 6-8 p.m.

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Stark DD Walk for Awareness

March 6
Belden Village Mall, 4230 Belden Village St NW
Canton, 44718
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A showcase of community resources designed for anyone supporting someone with special needs. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 

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