2026 Stars of the Spectrum: Concert for Autism Acceptance

 Join us at STARS of the Spectrum: Concert for Autism Acceptance on April 19, 2026 at Big Night Live in Boston, MA with special guest Kodi Lee.

As a celebration of Autism Acceptance month, this event is a powerful culmination of autistic voices, stories, and talent. As the nation’s largest concert series performed entirely by autistic artists, every performer takes the stage to share their lived experiences and advocate for autism acceptance and inclusion through the power of music.

Let’s come together amplify autistic voices, embrace inclusion, and honor the brilliance of the autism community.

April 19, 2026
12–3 PM ET
Big Night Live | 110 Causeway St, Boston, MA
FREE for the autism community

Secure your ticket today: https://secure.qgiv.com/.../starsofthespectrumconcertfor.../

Inclusive Storytime at the Weaver Library ~ East Providence Public Library (RI)

 Our new Inclusive Storytime is geared to those on the Autism Spectrum or have sensory processing differences- though all are welcome. Come play and socialize your way. For families with children ages 2+.

Saturday, March 7. 10am. Weaver Library. 

https://www.eastprovidencelibrary.org/

 

 

FAMILY MAGIC at PPAC is the sensory-friendly magic show for all!

 

 

 

This sensory-friendly show is brought to us in collaboration with The Autism Project , and features:

- Lowered house lights
- Adjusted sound levels
- Designated quiet area in Lobby
- Sensory support staff from The Autism Project

Learn more and purchase $6 tickets at ppacri.org/sensoryfriendly

T-Mobile’s Accessibility Team Tools

 

Sensory Sunday at Chuckie Cheese

 

 

Please join us for Sensory Sensitive Sunday at Chuck E Cheese this upcoming Sunday, March 1st and for Homeschool Play Day Tuesday, March 10th. See event flyers below!

 

Sensory Sunday is 9am-11am on the first Sunday of every month for all families with children with special needs. We’re able to offer families a quieter dining and entertainment environment, dimmed lighting and a sensory-friendly arcade experience. All family members are welcome, and admission is always free- families would just purchase the points to play games. The full menu is also available for purchase.

 

Homeschool Play Day is 11am-4pm on the second Tuesday of every month. Homeschoolers can get a 90-minute play card and a drink- all for $11.99 per kid. The full menu will be available to order too. We look forward to seeing you there .

 

**All New England Locations are Participating in both**

Sherlock Center ~ 2026 Access for All Abilities Mini Grant Program

The Access for All Abilities Mini Grant program supports businesses, nonprofits, schools and city/town agencies that want to improve accessibility so people with disabilities can participate in social, leisure, recreational and cultural activities alongside other community members. 

 

The Sherlock Center has awarded more than $180,000 in grants since 2009. This funding comes from the Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. 

 

Apply by April 9, 2026.

 

To learn more click on the link below:

 

https://sherlockcenter.ric.edu/resources/mini-grants 

(Spring~March 2026) Sensory Friendly Programs at the Rhode Island Public Libraries

Checkout these fabulous sensory friendly programs for children, teens and adults happening at the Rhode Island Public Libraries this month (March 2026). Yay!!! Come visit us....

 

(Winter~February 2026) Sensory Friendly Programs at the Rhode Island Public Libraries

 

 

 

Checkout these fabulous sensory friendly programs for children, teens and adults happening at the Rhode Island Public Libraries this month (January 2026). Yay!!!

Come visit us....

 

(Winter~January 2026) Sensory Friendly Programs at the Rhode Island Public Libraries

 

 

Checkout these fabulous sensory friendly programs for children, teens and adults happening at the Rhode Island Public Libraries this month (January 2026). Yay!!!

Come visit us....

 

 

 

Sensory Storytime at the Weaver Library (East Providence Public Library, RI)

 41 Grove Ave, East Providence, RI

401-434-2453 

(Fall~November 2025) Sensory Friendly Programs at the Rhode Island Public Libraries

Checkout these fabulous sensory friendly programs for children, teens and adults happening at the Rhode Island Public Libraries this month (November 2025). Yay!!!

Come visit us....