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Easter EGGstravaganza

 Join Misericordia's Cougars for Autism Awareness at their Easter EGGstravaganza event! This exciting event will take place on Sunday, March 24th in Insalaco rooms 217, 218, and 219. Time slots are available from 1pm to 4pm, featuring a variety of activities including games, crafts, snacks, and sensory bins. Plus, you'll have the option to meet the Easter Bunny!

Reserve your spot by clicking the link above. Thank you, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions to Davisi1@misericordia.edu!

Misericordia University

301 Lake Street

Dallas, PA 18612

215-932-8299

Sensory Friendly Performance - Children's Classic Stories

Please join us for a Sensory Friendly Performance of Children's Classic Stories Carnival of the Animals and Sleeping Beauty Saturday, April 13th at 3:00pm  This performance is suitable for children and adults with ASD and other special needs or sensitivities.

Adaptations to the performance include decreased sound levels, elimination of special effects, reduced length of performance, and increased house lighting. It is also a great option for very young children, providing a relaxed atmosphere with the freedom to move around.

Roxey Ballet Company

46 N Sugan Road

New Hope, PA

609-397-7244

Sensory Friendly Ballet Performace

Please join us for a Sensory Friendly Performance of Children's Classic Stories- Carnival of the Animals and Sleeping Beauty  Saturday, April 13th at 3:00pm  This performance is suitable for children and adults with ASD and other special needs or sensitivities.

Adaptations to the performance include decreased sound levels, elimination of special effects, reduced length of performance, and increased house lighting. It is also a great option for very young children, providing a relaxed atmosphere with the freedom to move around.

Roxey Ballet Company

The Mill Ballet School

46 N Sugan Rd.

New Hope, PA 18938

609-397-7244

Sensory Gym

Hello! Sensory FIT is an indoor sensory gym specialized for children ages 1-8 with special needs. Owned and operated by occupational therapy practitioners, we provide a safe and inclusive space for special needs families. Our sensory gym is a place where children will have their sensory needs met, socialize and meet new friends! We offer open play, birthday parties, group classes and special events.

Sensory FIT LLC

226 Exton Square Mall

Exton PA 19341

Sensory Friendly Family Night

Join us for Sensory Friendly Family Nights (on 2nd Fridays of the month), a special Museum event for children with autism spectrum or sensory processing disorders. The Museum will limit capacity, turn down sounds and lights, and provide adaptive equipment to offer a safe and fun experience for all! These programs are sponsored by the Greater Susquehanna Valley United Way and are free for participants. 

This event is recommended for all ages and registration is required. Please purchase a ticket for each family member attending, 2 year and older.  To register: https://bit.ly/3wEnKQq

Lewisburg Children's Museum

815 Market Street

Lewisburg, PA 17837

570-768-4914

Specialized in Autism-Friendly Hairstyling & Hair Cuts

Founded by a family with autism in Kutztown, PA!

From their website: The barber shop operates as an LLC business Tuesday through Saturday  with a Saturday $10 special from 4 to 7 p.m. On Sundays the shop  operates as a non-profit charitable organization, closed to the public,  offering free haircuts to children on the autism spectrum, working  one-on-one with families.

Fading Autism Barbershop
269 West Main Street
Kutztown, PA 19530

484-648-1443

Sensory Friendly Performance of The Nutcracker

Roxey Ballet presents The Nutcracker on December 9th at 3pm.  Tickets are $30.  Roxey Ballet is proud to offer relaxed, sensory-friendly performances for children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, special needs or any other challenges. These performances are great for families with young children. We provide a  friendly, supportive environment for families with special needs loved ones to experience live theater and dance.

Adaptations for the show include:

• Lower sound levels

• Elimination of potentially startling special effects and lighting

• House lights on at about 20%

• You are free to get up, move around, and leave whenever you need to

• A reduced length of performance

• Allowed use of iPads and other electronics for therapeutic uses

• Volunteers scattered throughout the theater to assist and direct audience members as needed

• Quiet areas for taking a break

• Fidget objects and earplugs available

• Story boards, visits before or after public hours, meet-a-seat program are available upon request.

The Mill Ballet School

46 N Sugan Rd.

New Hope, PA 18938

609-397-7616

Sensory Story Time

3rd Wednesday of the Month at 10:00am PennCares and Coyle Free Library are proud to offer sensory story time. This unique story time is for children aged 2 - 4 and targeted to those with sensory needs, but all are welcome. Join us for an interactive & hands on story time session. Children will enjoy book themed learning stations, sensory play, music & movement and more. No registration required. Sensory story time was made possible through a grant from the Franklin County Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities.

 

Coyle Free Library

102 N Main St

Chambersburg, PA 17201

717-263-1054

Sensory Story Time

10:30am beginning Friday, October 18, 2019 PennCares and New Cumberland Library are proud to offer sensory story time. This unique story time is for children aged 2 - 4 and targeted to those with sensory needs, but all are welcome. Join us for an interactive & hands on story time session. Children will enjoy book themed learning stations, sensory play, music & movement and more.

 

No registration required. Sensory story time was made possible through a grant from the Franklin County Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities.

 

New Cumberland Public Library

1 Benjamin Plaza

New Cumberland, PA 17070

717-774-7820

Sensory Story Time

Mondays at 10:30am PennCares and Dillsburg Area Public Library are proud to offer sensory story time. This unique story time is for children aged 2 - 4 and targeted to those with sensory needs, but all are welcome. Join us for an interactive & hands on story time session. Children will enjoy book themed learning stations, sensory play, music & movement and more.

 

No registration required. Sensory story time was made possible through a grant from the Franklin County Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities

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Dillsburg Area Library

204 Mumper Ln

Dillsburg, PA 17019

717-432-5613

Sensory Story Time

Wednesdays from 11:30am-12:15pm PennCares and Amelia Givin Library are proud to offer sensory story time. This unique story time is for children aged 2 - 4 and targeted to those with sensory needs, but all are welcome. Join us for an interactive & hands on story time session. Children will enjoy book themed learning stations, sensory play, music & movement and more.

 

No registration required. Sensory story time was made possible through a grant from the Franklin County Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities.

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Amelia Givin Library

114 N Baltimore Ave

Mt Holly Springs, PA 17065

717-486-3688

Family Access Programs

From their website: "Engage all of your senses in the Penn Museum’s Family Access Programs. Designed for visitors with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their families, our multisensory accessible offerings use role play, storytelling, movement, and touch to bring the lives of the ancients to life." Additional programming includes: "ARCHAEOLOGY IN THE A.M.

 

Designed for teens and young adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities, Archaeology in the A.M. pairs the lives of the ancients with making new friends. Participants in this new social program are encouraged to interact with peers through a series of multimodal drop-in activities in the first hour, with the second hour featuring an art-making workshop. A social networking space for parents and family friends will also highlight various community service organizations. A designated quiet space with dimmed lighting and fidget toys will be accessible throughout each event, and a limited number of noise-reducing headphones will be available to borrow.

 

See below for upcoming dates and themes. Archaeology in the A.M. is free with Museum admission, with special discounts available: ACCESS cardholders receive a discounted admission price of $2.00 per person for up to four visitors. Archaeology in the A.M. is made possible by the Philadelphia Autism Project. To learn more visit www.phillyautismproject.org."

 

Penn Museum

3260 South Street

Philadelphia, PA 19104

215-746-6774

education@pennmuseum.org

Relaxed Performances

From their website: "Relaxed Performances are specially adjusted to be sensory-friendly, comfortable for but not limited to individuals on the autism spectrum. To be inclusive of children and families with a wide range of sensory, learning, and communication differences, we designed the theater experience to be welcoming and judgment-free. Many children and adults benefit from experiencing theater in this relaxed environment.

 

Some aspects of this program include: Online pre-visit materials that show patrons what they can expect to see and hear at Montgomery Theater Training for ushers, volunteers, and musicians to help staff cultivate an especially inclusive environment Relaxed rules in the theater so that all responses to the show—clapping, singing, vocalizing, moving, dancing, etc.—are welcome at any time Partially up house lights Fidgets and earplugs A designated quiet space with relaxing activities for patrons who would like to take a break from the performance. Slight mitigation of sudden, loud sounds and events.

 

A modified refund policy that allows families to receive 100% of their money back if they purchase tickets and find they are unable to attend the day of the performance."

 

Souderton - Montgomery Theater

124 N. Main Street

PO Box 64033

Souderton, PA 18964

215-723-9984

Sensory Friendly Screenings

From their website: "Our Sensory Friendly Screenings offer a more inclusive atmosphere because we believe that everyone should enjoy their time at the movies. During Sensory Friendly Screenings the theatre lights will be dimmed, the volume will be turned down, and our “no talking during the film” rule will not be enforced. To accommodate any dietary needs and restrictions, individuals may bring their own snacks to enjoy during the film. The Colonial welcomes movie lovers of all ages and abilities. We hope you and your family will join us and enjoy the show!"

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The Colonial Theatre

227 Bridge Street

Phoenixville, PA

610-917-1228

Sensory Friendly Programming​

From the Kimmel Center press release: "The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts announces a broad range of sensory-friendly performances across its Campus throughout the 2018-19 season, with presentations from Broadway Philadelphia and three of the Center’s esteemed resident companies including Pennsylvania Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and The Philly POPS.

 

Part of a Campus-wide commitment to present a diverse tapestry of programming to the Philadelphia community, the upcoming lineup of events furthers the mission of reaching broad and diverse audiences. ... In partnership with ArtReach, these presentations embrace individuals with sensory sensitivities, communication differences, and those with autism spectrum disorders by creating a safe and inclusive environment.

 

Theater adjustments include modified sound and house lights and designated quiet areas, as well as relaxed house rules, allowing individuals permission to move around during the performance. Talking and reacting among guests is unrestricted, and outside sensory-friendly stress relief devices are welcome. Sensory-friendly kits are available regularly to all guests on the Kimmel Center Cultural Campus and can be reserved on a first come, first serve basis by contacting Patron Services at 215-893-1999. Kits are equipped with noise-cancelling headphones, weighted bean bags, and fidget toys." 

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Kimmel Center

Click the link above for performance and locations around Philadelphia or call 215-893-1999.

Sensory Night

From their website: "Crayola Experience is proud to offer an exclusive night for families and guests with special needs. Enjoy a fun, creative,night filled with 25 hands-on attractions in a quiet environment (so no music!) Our staff will be there to take care of all needs so your night will be relaxing and fun!

 

For information and to reserve your tickets, call 610-515-8000 (Press 4) or email: groupreservations@crayola.com 1:1 ratio for guests who need special assistance. Advance purchase required for admission." 

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Crayola Experience

30 Centre Square

Easton, PA 18042

610-515-8000

Certified Autism Center 

From the zoo's website: "In May of 2018 Elmwood Park Zoo became the first zoo in the world to earn certification as a Certified Autism Center. The designation, given by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), is awarded to organizations who have completed a training and review process with the goal to better serve individuals with autism and other sensory needs." You can find a list of their accessibility services here - https://www.elmwoodparkzoo.org/visit/accessibility-amenities/

 

They also hold early morning access and other sensory sensitive events throughout the year. You can check their calendar here to see what is coming soon.

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Elmwood Park Zoo 

1661 Harding Blvd

Norristown, PA 19401 

800-652-4143

Sensory Story Time 

Music and movement, stories, and sensory activities! 

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Website: https://jeaneslibrary.org/children/childrens-storytimes/

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William Jeanes Memorial Library 

4051 Joshua Road

Lafayette Hill PA 19444 

610-828-0441

Sensory Storytime-Our Book Friends​

From their website:

"Spectacular Saturdays Sensory Storytime-Our Book Friends

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Saturdays
1/19, 2/23, 3/16
10-10:30a

Ages 3-8
Program Room

 

Join some of your favorite book characters in an interactive storytime! Each month features a new friend!

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January 19 – Super Hero Friends
February 23 – Friends Under the Sea
March – Friends on the Farm

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This storytime is designed for children with sensory integration difficulties, but is open and welcoming to all! Online registration encouraged."

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Upper Dublin Township Library

805 Loch Alsh Avenue

Fort Washington, PA 19034 

215-628-8744

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Autism Play Date

Held annually in Philadelphia. From their Facebook post: "Join Councilman Derek Green and Jaden's Voice for a FREE, fun-filled afternoon for kids and their families just ahead of the new school year! Enjoy free play, free food, and entertainment for the entire family."

 

There isn't a link or posting on the playground's website for this event, so we will be sure to update the link on our page. 

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Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse

3500 Reservoir Drive

East Fairmount Park

Philadelphia, PA 19121 

Sensory Friendly Afternoons

The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh offers tools such as weighted vests, noise blocking headphones and social stories for general visits to the museum as well as specially designated days and times called Sensory Friendly Afternoons for children on the spectrum.

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Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

10 Children's Way

Allegheny Square

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

412-322-5058

Accessible Performances - Family Fun Fest

Millersville University Visual and Performing Arts offers a variety of accessible performances (ASL, audio description, open captioning, sensory friendly) during the academic year.

 

Additionally, they offer social stories customized to each performance. You can contact them at the beginning the semester to see what new awesomeness is slated for that term. The primary contact for tickets and information is Mr. Barry Kornhauser - Barry.Kornhauser@millersville.edu.

 

***Please confirm with Millersville University for the correct location of the sensory friendly event you are planning to attend. ***

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Ware Center

42 N. Prince Street

Lancaster, PA 17603

 

Winter Center

60 W Cottage Ave

Millersville, PA 17551

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717-925-8466

Sensory Relaxed Theater Performances

A cohort of theaters offering sensory relaxed performances throughout the year in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. Contact the individual theaters for details and tickets.

 

Available at theaters in PA, NJ and DE. Check the link above for locations and dates.

Sensory-friendly Performances

From the theater: "Experience the joy of live dance in a supportive theater setting. Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is proud to offer sensory-friendly performances for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, sensory sensitivities or other special needs.

 

We have produced sensory-friendly performances since 2013; PBT was the first professional ballet company in the country to present a sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker. Other ballets in our sensory-friendly repertoire are Jorden Morris’ Peter Pan and Lew Christensen’s Beauty and the Beast."

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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

2900 Liberty Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15201

412-454-9107

Sensory-Friendly Skate

From their website: Many family entertainment facilities are loud, crowded, and stressful for sensory-sensitive kids. Fun Slides Skating Center is committed to creating a fun,stress-free environment where kids with autism and other disabilities can play at their own pace. Thats why we are committed to making the opportunity for spectrum kids to have a chance to hit the park and have fun at a Sensory-Friendly Skate. Sensory-Friendly Skates give sensory-sensitive children a chance to hit the park and have fun! They can skate, jump, and play without worrying about unexpected noises, loud music, bright or flashing lights, or large crowds of kids. April is National Autism Awareness Month, and we’re excited to do our part to help sensory-sensitive kids in Pittsburgh. 

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Autism-Friendly Skating at Fun Slides: Parents and teachers have been successful using carpet skates to help special needs kids. Carpet skates are excellent for helping kids rehabilitate after injuries, teaching kids fine motor skills, and providing fun play for sensory-sensitive children. Carpet skates are available to purchase for use at home, or you can bring your kids into our skatepark during one of our low-stimulation skate events. The benefits of carpet skating include:

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• Increased stability, balance, coordination, and motor skills

• Improvements in behavior when used as a classroom incentive

• Increase in hand coordination as kids learn to strap them over their shoes

• Increased muscle tone, flexibility, cardiovascular health, and general fitness levels

• Increased eye contact

• Increased trunk rotation in typically rigid individuals

 

Carpet skating lets kids exercise, play, and socialize on their own terms. Fun Slides has partnered with Autism Village to provide the support sensory-sensitive kids need while they’re here. If you are interested in having your special needs group at Fun Slides, please call and book your private group event today.

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Fun Slides Carpet Skate Park and Party Center

1130 Perry Highway

Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-9400

Kids and Families

From the website: NMAJH Family program provides nurturing environment for social interaction, collaboration and sharing among family members. Families may participate in interactive guided tours or self-guided activity, enjoy story and play time, and find creative expression in arts and craft activities designed to create meaningful connections to the exhibition. An open door for all, NMAJH brings to life the stories of Jews in America and invites families to share their own. 

 

For upcoming family programs, visit our calendar or email us at education@nmajh.org.

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FAMILIES AND CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

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We strive to ensure that the opportunity to learn from our collection is available to all; therefore, we offer tours that are customized to the visitors’ level of comfort and ability, both physical and cognitive. Experienced docents are available to facilitate these tours and activities. We will work with you to adjust our tours and activities to your family needs.

Workshops and tours for families with children with special needs are available upon request and by advanced reservation. For more information contact us at education@nmajh.org or call 215-923-3811 ext. 153 

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National Museum of American Jewish History

101 South Independence Mall East

Philadelphia, PA

19106-2517

215-923-3811

Sensory Friendly Program

From the theatre: PROGRAM NEED, GOALS, AND SUCCESS Parents of young people with a sensory need can be reluctant to attend live theatre. Dedicated to inclusion, Fulton Theatre invites families with a child with a sensory need or other social, cognitive and physical challenges to participate in our Sensory Friendly Program at any Family Saturday Morning Series.

 

We provide supports and resources for young people with a special need at all of our Family Series Productions. See the list of resources below.

 

• Fulton Theatre welcomes every child to attend the Family Series and recognizes that all children are developing their appropriate theatre engagement skills. All patrons of the Family Series sometimes talk during the performance, and/or must exit to the lobby when the child is disturbed by action on stage. Some youth may only be able to sit for 10-minutes of the production, while others will sit attentively for the full 60-minute performance. Fulton Theatre remains open and flexible to the length of time each child is able to sit with focus and attention, and invites all children to engage in their current level of abilities.
   

• We recognize that youth on the autism spectrum sometimes pace when they feel bored, uncomfortable and excited. We also understand that as they pace the child is simultaneously processing information! To accommodate these various abilities, the Fulton will make a television monitor available in the lobby for children requiring a mid-program break.
   

• Social stories and other resources will be made available to program participants through Fulton’s website, with follow-up instruction and support provided upon request the week the family attends a Family Series Production.

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Check the website above for performance dates, times, and additional accomodations.

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Fulton Theatre

12 North Prince Street PO Box 1865

Lancaster, PA 17608-1865

717-397-7425

Sensory Day

A welcoming, judgment-free day of fun at the waterpark for individuals to enjoy with their friends & family!

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Splash Lagoon

8091 Peach Street

Erie, PA 16509

866-377-5274

KidZooU

Designed with children of all different need levels in mind, the children’s zoo offers kid friendly gates and ramps, quiet areas, braille, ASL, social stories and a visual schedule.

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Philadelphia Zoo

3400 W Girard Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104

215-243-1100

Sensory Friendly Night

From their website: "Unwrap your Chocolate Adventure at our first Sensory Friendly Night! Experience the Free Tour Ride with reduced audio, caregiver companion pass for Create Your Own Candy Bar, and 4D show modified into three levels for sensory sensitivities. Enjoy the new Flavors of Fall menu or picnic in the food court and take advantage of one-night-only retail discounts. Find the character room for a family photo and leave with a sweet memory!"

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Click the link above or explore their Seasonal Events.

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Hershey's Chocolate World

101 Chocolate World Way

Hershey, PA 17033

​717-520-8981

Variety Day

Ideal for families with young children, Sesame Place® is the place where parents and children can share in the spirit of imagination and experience Sesame Street® together.

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Sesame Place

100 Sesame Rd
Langhorne, PA 19047

610-584-4366

Sensory-Friendly Performances

From the theater:

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS PERFORMANCE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

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• Adjusted lighting and sound.

• Lower sound levels throughout the performance.

• House lights will remain on (at a low level) in the theatre auditorium during the performance.

 

RELAXED THEATER RULES:

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• Guests are free to talk, leave their seats, and move freely during the performance.

• A designated safe/quiet area within the theatre (Canteen located on the lower level of the Academy of Music).

• Gluten-free concession options.

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The Pennsylvania Ballet

1412 Chestnut Street 
Philadelphia, PA 19102

215-893-1999

Access to Science

Children on the autism spectrum and their families are invited to experience the museum before the crowds. You can visit with the dinosaurs, explore our children’s discovery center Outside In, see our special Xtreme Bugs exhibit and wander through the dioramas at your own pace. Don’t forget, it’s also Totally Turtles Weekend and families are welcome to take part in all the turtle coolness before the crowds. Museum Stories (images and descriptions of our exhibits) are available to provide you and your children with visual and written information about your upcoming visit to the museum.

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The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

215-299-1000

Special Sensory Event

From their website: 

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia has teamed up with The Ruttenberg® Autism Center and MusicWorks® to provide a sensory friendly LEGO® experience on select dates.

Special accommodations include the below:

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• Tickets now only $8.00! 

• Staff training by The Ruttenberg® Autism Center

• Music therapy information from MusicWorks®

• Reduction of sound and light levels in certain areas

• Quiet spaces

• A reduced Center capacity

• Social Stories created by The Ruttenberg® Autism Center are available below and will be available onsite

 

2019 Dates: (Subject to change) ​

• March 19th 

• April 9th 

• July 23rd 

• September 17h

• November 19th

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

Plymouth Meeting Mall

Unit #1055500

West Germantown Pike

Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462​

Sensory-Friendly Programs

Visit the link above to find sensory-friendly events, as well as materials and social stories designed to help your family enjoy the museum.

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One of the recurring events, called Sensory-Friendly Saturday is described this way: "Experience and create art in new ways using your five senses! Enjoy a variety of creative activities throughout the Museum during this accessible program. Created in conjunction with occupational therapists and local families specifically for visitors on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing disorder and their families, this inclusive program strives to provide a welcoming experience through offering: 

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• Pre-visit social stories

• Activities to meet a variety of sensory needs

• Hands-on art activities for all developmental levels

• Sensory break areas

• On-hand support of skilled and friendly volunteers which include occupational therapy graduate students and faculty

• Fidgets and noise-cancelling headphones to borrow

 

This program welcomes participants of all ages and their families (siblings welcome!)."

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Brandywine River Museum of Art

1 Hoffman's Mill Road
Chadds Ford, PA 19317

610-388-2700

Sensory Story Time and Game Club

Join us for a Sensory Storytime geared toward children on the autism spectrum and their families. We will read picture books, sing songs, and do fun movement activities. Stay after to play with manipulatives and socialize.

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Richmond Library

2987 Almond Street
Philadelphia, PA 19134-4955
(Indiana Ave. & Almond St.)

​215-685-9992

Play Without Boundaries

Please join us for Play Without Boundaries, a program and early opening for kids with learning and developmental disabilities and those on the autism spectrum. The PWB early openings provide an opportunity for families to enjoy the museum before it is open to the public without the crowds and loud noises. The Museum will be calmer and quieter with fewer people, lower lighting and less noise. During this event we offer:

 

• Quiet Kit sensory toys

• Access to Museum exhibit spaces

• Program Room art activities

• Theater Performance​

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Please Touch Museum

4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA 19131

215-581-3181

Sensory Bounce

Sensory Bounce is a program for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), sensory processing disorder (SPD), and other disabilities with a sensory component, and their families. Bouncing is a fun, play-based activity in a sensory-rich environment. At Sensory Bounce, children can get a fun-filled workout, bounce, and socialize with other families in a supportive environment. We turn the music off for this event.

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***Bounce U in Exton is no longer holding scheduled monthly sensory bounce sessions but they do have groups that regularly meet up for special bounce sessions. Please contact Bounce U directly for details.***

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Bounce U.

882 Springdale Dr
Exton, PA 19341

610-363-6610​​

Sensory-Friendly Sundays

The Franklin Institute can sometimes seem a little overwhelming. It can be crowded, loud, and bright. That’s why we are pleased to offer Sensory-Friendly Sunday. It is our goal to make Sensory-Friendly Sunday a comfortable environment for kids and adults with a variety of sensory differences. On Sensory-Friendly Sunday, our exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity to experience all The Franklin Institute has to offer for people on the autism spectrum and with a range of differing abilities. Our trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you have and, if necessary, direct you to a quiet space that provides a chance to cool down and take a break. Complimentary admission is available for pre-registered guests, as well as for guests arriving between 8:00am and 9:30am. Pre-registration closes at 5:00pm on the Thursday before the event.

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The Franklin Institute
222 North 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

215-448-1200

Relaxed Sensory Friendly Performances

Relaxed performances are designed to provide a concert experience that is welcoming, inclusive, and comfortable for children and families with sensory sensitivities, as well as anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra

One South Broad Street

14th Floor
Philadelphia PA 19107

​215-893-1999