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August 2026

Crescendo Kids

August 17
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Monday, repeating until August 17, 2026

Mixed Melody Music Center, 26121 Center Ridge Road
Westlake, OH United States
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Join a new group of friends at Mixed Melody for a 60-minute program. Kids will laugh and learn through a wide variety of music experiences. Each camp will give participants the opportunity to play, sing, dance, craft and make friends, while learning about the daily theme. Ages 6-9 Wheelchair Accessible, AAC Support, Behavior (mild-moderate), Behavior (moderate-intensive), Low Vision/Blindness, Deaf/Hard of Hearing $27/program, $25/program if signed up for all 9 sessions. 6/15 through 8/17. 1-2 p.m.

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Friendship Club

August 22
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One event on July 25, 2026 at 12:00 am

One event on August 8, 2026 at 12:00 am

One event on August 22, 2026 at 12:00 am

Autism Society of Greater Akron, 2858 W. Market St.
Akron,
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Judgment-free social opportunity where caregivers and children with autism connect. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Ages 7-12. 10:30 a.m. 

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Sensory Hour

August 22
Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 2000 Sycamore Street
Cleveland, 44113
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Enjoy fewer guests, a limited use of microphones and reduced noise. 8:30-9:30 p.m. Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 2000 Sycamore St., greaterclevelandaquarium.com

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Adapted Ice Cream Making

August 22
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road
Kirtland, OH 44094 United States
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Milk a cow, tour the gardens and make your own ice cream. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 

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Adapted Rock Climbing

August 25
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until August 25, 2026

Shaker Rocks!, 3377 Warrensville Center Road
Shaker Heights, OH United States
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Beginner-friendly rock climbing for children ages 7+. 5-7 p.m. 

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Cleveland Power Soccer Practice

August 26
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Wednesday, repeating until August 26, 2026

Twinsburg Fitness Center, 10084 Ravenna Rd
Twinsburg, 44087
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A thrilling team sport designed for power wheelchair users of all ages. 6 p.m. 

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Adapted Fishing Adventure

August 26
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road
Kirtland, OH 44094 United States
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Learn fishing basics and try to catch bluegill, catfish and largemouth bass. 6-7 p.m. 

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Sensory Sensitive Playtime at Little Diggers

August 31
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Monday, repeating until August 31, 2026

Little Diggers, 3020 Westgate Fairview Park Mall Dr.
Fairview Park, 44126
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A giant indoor sandbox with a calmer, quieter play environment with reduced music and dimmed lighting. The events are designed for children with sensory sensitivities, autism, SPD, and special needs. 1-5 p.m.  

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September 2026

Bob Meister Special Needs Fishing Derby

September 12
Sippo Lake Park East, 5300 Tyner St.
Canton, OH United States
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Exclusively for individuals with special needs. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. 

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The Positivity Spectrum’s Quiet Carnival

September 13
Nordonia High School, 8006 S. Bedford Rd.
Macedonia, United States
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Sensory-sensitive celebration for autistic adults and children, caregivers, and friends.  Enjoy an afternoon of fun in a calm, accessible environment. Featuring: Inflatables, Carnival games, Local vendors, Raffles, Food trucks and more! All proceeds support The Positivity Spectrum’s Camp for Kids and Free Legal Clinic for Autism Families. Vendors – $100 per table- reserve a spot HERE Sponsors – Help make the magic happen Raffle Prizes – Donations welcome To become a sponsor, or donate a raffle prize, contact Sarah at…

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