Parents who are informed are able to make the best choices for their children.

This blog was created to be a source of information about events in the Western Washington State area for parents and educators of children with special needs and learning challenges.
If you have an event that is not listed here please e-mail us complete information.

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Sensory Friendly Movie - Mars Needs Moms

Mars Needs Moms

March 12, 2011
10 a.m.

AMC Kent Station 14426 Ramsay Way, Kent, Wash. 98032

AMC River Park Square 20808 W Main Ave Spokane, Wash. 99201

AMC Woodinville 1217640 Garden Way NE, Woodinville, Wash. 98072

AMC Cascade Mall 16200 Cascade Mall Dr., Burlington, WA, 98233


AMC Theatres (AMC) and the Autism Society have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program.


In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing - in other words, AMC’s “Silence is Golden®” policy will not be enforced unless the safety of the audience is questioned.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Summer Activity Ideas for Children with Special Needs

Topic: Summer Activity Ideas

Speakers include representatives from: Easter Seals Camp Stand By Me, Pierce County Parks & Recreation Companionship Program, Metro Parks Tacoma Specialized Recreation

Where: Pierce County Library Processing & Administration Center3005 112th St E., Tacoma (at 112th and Waller Rd, just off Hwy 512 Portland Ave exit)

When: Monday, March 7th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

There will be selected lending library resources available for check out, and new attendees receive a valuable binder of information for free (until they are gone). Professionals and other interested parties are welcome to attend. Childcare is not available.

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Free Admission to Pacific Science Center!

Pacific Science Center is thrilled to present Freddy's Mondays, made possible by the Fred Meyer Fund. Starting in October, the first 1,000 guests to come through our gates on the first Monday of the month will be let in FREE* (offer valid for onsite transactions only). Through April of 2011, explore all of the permanent exhibits under the arches from the Tropical Butterfly House to Science On a Sphere. This opportunity to visit Pacific Science Center free of charge is one way Fred Meyer gives back to the community and we hope you'll take advantage of it.

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Cooking with Dietary Restrictions. Free University Class

Time
Wednesday, February 9 · 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Location
Forza Coffee
2700 Bridgeport Way
University Place, WA

Created By
Granny Lala's Inc

More Info
Gluten free? Allergic to milk, soy, eggs, nuts or something else? Learn about allergen substitutions & how to convert recipes to use them. This is a hands on class, we’ll play with things like chia seeds to see how we can use healthy alternatives that taste good! Email your favorite recipe to convert (grannylala@grannylala.com). Cost: Free. 1 Session.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

5K Run/Walk to benefit FEAT of Washington

5K RUN / WALK

March 19th, 2011, a 5k run/walk to benefit FEAT of Washington will be held in Tacoma Washington.

The run/walk will begin at 9:00 am and start and finish in the historic Stadium bowl in Tacoma.


Over the past four years, MVP physical therapy has been able to raise $15,000 of which all were donated to organizations that work with children affected by Autism. Last year Feat was its beneficiary and will be its beneficiary again this year.