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February 2026

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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DSANEO Bowling Buddies Parma

March 15
Rollhouse Parma, 12859 Brookpark Rd.
Parma, OH United States
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Individuals with Down syndrome can enjoy a fun afternoon of bowling. DSANEO will pay for two games of bowling + shoes for these individuals with Down syndrome. Siblings are welcome to come along and play too. 1-3 p.m.

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Family Fun Fest

March 15
Solon Community Center, 35000 Portz Pkwy
Solon, 44139
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A fun-filled, inclusive day for all ages and abilities with inflatables, face painting, balloon artists, a sensory-friendly performance and more. 1-4 p.m. 

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Lorain County Resource Fair

March 18
LCCC Spritzer Conference Center, 1005 N. Abbe Road
Elyria, OH United States
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For families with children facing developmental, behavioral, or academic challenges. 6-8 p.m. 

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This is How We Play

March 20
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until March 20, 2026

We Rock the Spectrum, 3087 Graham Rd.
Stow, OH United States
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Celebrate 2026 March DD Awareness Month with play-based, hands-on programs themed “This is how we PLAY!” 

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