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Individuals of all ages with developmental and intellectual disabilities can enjoy a hoedown with music, dancing and pizza. Pre-registration required by Nov. 1, 2024 by calling 248-858-0916.
Event cost: $10/participant, $5/caregiver
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Nov. 8, 2024
Bring the kids to see Junie B. Jones in this hilarious Broadway Junior adaptation of Barbara Park’s beloved series. Nov. 2 is the sensory-friendly performance.
Event cost: $15-$17
Event times: 2 p.m. Nov. 2-3, 2024
The special education event is for individuals with special needs along with their parents, guardians and other family members. It will feature magicians, touch-a-truck, a petting zoo, cider and donuts, bounce houses for kids and more. There will also be free goodie bags and books given away. Registration required.
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Individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities are invited to enjoy music, dancing, pizza and trick-or-treating at this Halloween event. Pre-registration is required by Oct. 18, 2024. Call 248-858-0916 to register.
Event cost: $10/participant, $5/caregiver
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 24, 2024
Enjoy music, lawn games, a pontoon boat ride, and dinner with hot dogs, chips, beverage and dessert at Independence Oaks County Park. This program is for people of all ages and disabilities. Pre-registration is required before Aug. 23, 2024.
Event cost: $10/participant, $5/caregiver
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Aug. 29, 2024
Enjoy the end of summer with music, dancing, miniature golf, hot dogs and more at the Oak Park Community Center. This program is for individuals ages 18 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Pre-registration is required before Aug. 2, 2024.
Event cost: $10/participant, $5/caregiver
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Aug. 8,...
All ages and disabilities are invited to enjoy the Waterford Oaks Wave Pool along with a dinner of a hot dog, chips, beverage and dessert. Pre-register before July 12, 2024.
Event cost: $10/person
Event time: 4-7 p.m. July 17, 2024
This event features adaptive bikes, archery, yard games, farm animals, lunch and more. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 22, 2024
This event features adaptive bikes, yard games, face painting, beach access, golf, archery, lunch and more. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. July 31, 2024
All abilities are welcome to learn how to kayak at Independence Oaks County Park. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Registration required.
Event cost: $10/donation
Event time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 12, 2024
All abilities are welcome to learn how to kayak at Stony Creek Metropark. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Registration required.
Event cost: $10/donation
Event time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 7, 2024
In this adaptive animal creations class, create colorful animals with ink, paper and paints. Registration required.
Event cost: $45-$54
Event time: 10-11 a.m. Aug. 5, 2024
