RI Sensory Friendly Inclusive Group: September 2022

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Light Rhode Island Red for Dyslexia campaign

Friday, October 14th through Thursday, October 20th, buildings and
landmarks across the state will be lit RED as part of the

Light Rhode Island Red for Dyslexia campaign.

Michael Lorenzen Foundation ~ College Scholarships Program

The Michael Lorenzen Foundation is proud to offer a college scholarship program for those on the Autism spectrum. We have witnessed the struggles that Autism presents and also seen the passion and dedication that envelops these particular students. We are honored to be able to offer scholarships of up to $2500 per student for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Clink on the link below to learn more:

https://michaellorenzenfoundation.com/how-to-apply/

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

You are invited to join the free webinar:

Accessibility in Your Library

Wed October 12 at 2:00 pm US Eastern, 11:00 am US Pacific

Join JJ Pionke to learn about what disability and accessibility are. Learn how to do a walkthrough of your physical space to see how accessible it is and join us for a Q&A to answer your accessibility-related questions.

If you're interested but not able to attend the live webinar, go ahead and register. We'll send a recording to all registrants after the fact.

Here's the link to register: shorturl.at/px345

Tuesday, September 20, 2022

The PSSNC and The Autism Project Sensory Friendly Truck & Treat

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Sensory Nights

Roger Williams Zoo is offering a special sensory-friendly Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular an hour before the trail opens to the public: designed those with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences and their families from 5:00 – 6:00 pm. This year’s theme celebrates 75 years of television.

For maximum enjoyment, the over 5000 pumpkins will light up the Zoo’s Wetlands Trail, but there will be no music or special effects. This year’s highlights include intricately carved pumpkins celebrating 75 years of television.

Dates: Tuesday, October 25 and Wednesday, October 26

Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Pricing: Tickets are available for purchase in person ONLY at the Zoo's admissions booth. Ticket prices are $16 for adults; $13 for children (ages 2-12); toddlers 1 and under are always free. For group information please contact our group sales department at gsales@rwpzoo.org