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"The Moment may be temporary but the memory is forever." ~Unknown PP
 Adventures are a cornerstone in our life.
I have made it a priority to make Padraig's life as normal as possible and to allow him to experience as much as he is
physically capable of doing. Check out the wonerful opportunities at local spots in the twin cities that make the experience
easier....
SPRING AND SUMMER TIME FUN!!! Discover Summer" Day Program for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This summer Mount Olivet Rolling Acres is offering an alternative day program for youth with autism
spectrum disorder. "Discover Summer" has weeks scheduled for two age groups; ages 9 to 14, and ages 15-20.
Small group programs of 4 to 8 campers. The program is based on the Rolling Acres Campus on Schutz Lake. The summer
program team includes nursing staff on site as needed, and will have the services of on-site behavioral analysts who are highly
skilled in autism issues. All staff are skilled and experienced in teenage challenges. For More Information CLICK HERE. XXX West Metro Learning Connections (WMLC) offers the summer camp experience for kids ages 8-12. WMLC provides services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. Camp sessions are 2 weeks long and can be enjoyed as 1/2 day or full day experiences. WSCL also offers Excellent Friday Adventures, 6 hour adventures into the community, including places like Como Zoo, The Science Museum and ValleyFair. They also have Weekend Sleepovers for kids ages 7 to 21. Find more information at their site by clicking HERE.
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Piano Lessons for Children with specials needs. Classes have been offered to children with both learning and physical challenges. Children flourish with the rhythm of music running through them! Private lesssons, with opportunities from group lessons and performances, are offered several times throughout the year. Click on the piano keys for more information. XXX XXX  We had a wonderful opportunity to meet Heather and Sally of everykid Mobililty recently at an adaptive bike fair. As Sally and I were visiting and she recited their moto, "Every
Kid Should have a Bike." After watching Padraig fly around the gymnasium on one of their bikes I could not agree
more. I have spent countless hours running alongside Padraig making the peddles on his bike go round. Though the
backaches were worth the excitement that Padraig had for riding his bike, it couldn't touch the thrill he experienced
doing it himself.Check in with Sally and Heather, they host bike fairs all over the twin
cities and it would be worth your time to check out their supply of bikes. XXXXX Explore the financial assistance opportunities available HERE to make adaptive equipment more affordable. XXX XXX XXX
Sporting Activities for Your Special Kid!  ALL STARS BASEBALLAn
adaptive baseball program for physically and cognitively challenged students who range from completion of kindergarten up
to 12th grade. Players take turns playing the field or batting in a non-competitive environment where everybody is a
winner and has fun at their own ability level. This is a winner of a program!!! For more information, email to
all_stars_baseball@yahoo.com
XXXXX Opportunites in our Community!
Mall of America - Nickelodeon Universe  Parents of Kids with Special Needs. Stop
by customer service within Nickelodeon Universe for your Park Handbook. A Manager will
sign off on rides appropriate for your child and an adult can ride all the
rides free of charge with the special kid as a chaperon. The book will also enable up to four
people in the party to enter the rides from the exit so there is little to no wait time. All four people in the party
are able to ride the ride twice too so that there is less challenge involved with getting on and off the rides.
The Science Museum of Minnesota
Bring a copy of your Medical Assistance Card with you the next time you visit the Science Museum in downtown St. Paul. You will be eligible for discounted admission and membership. We had a great family trip to the museum all for $3....WOW! The Children's Museum in St. Paul has begun All
Play First Fridays. Every Friday, 6:00pm to 8:00pm, the opportunity for families to learn about adaptive tools
and resources that are always available at the Museum. Explore Braille books and enjoy Story Time and the live animal program
with an American Sign Langauge interpreter. Also, learn about community organizations that provide services to children with
disabilities. Friday evenings are a quieter time at the museum and a great time to explore with a little less noise
and commotion. Additionally, any family that has a membership
with the Children's Museum, is able to bring their PCA into the museum free of charge. XXX  AMC Entertainment (AMC) and ASA 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. Click HERE to learn more.
 Pump It Up is a large indoor play arena featuring huge air-filled play strucutres. During this evening
event, the arena is reserved exclusively for special needs children and their families. Supervision is required to monintor
the safety of the children, so please have a parent, PCA or care provider accompany your special needs child. Adults
are invited to play at no additional charge. The event is from 6:30-8:00pm and the cost is $6 per child. XXX Burnsville - 952-707-936 - 4th Monday every
month (excludes Holidays) Eden Prairie - 952-943-0052 - 3rd Tuesday every month (excludes
Holidays) Ham Lake - 763-757-9000 - 4th Wednesday every month (excludes Holidays) Oakdale - 651-735-1556 - 1st Wednesday every month (excludes Holidays) Plymouth -
763-553-0340 - 2nd Monday every month (excludes Holidays)
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DANCE AND THEATRE FOR CHILDREN WITH COGNITIVE AND/OR PHYSICAL
DISABILITIES.In the Company of Kids "Creative
Arts Center" offers classes in acting, puppetry, singing, dance and movement for children with a variety of disabilities.
Adaptations are made to allow your child to participate to his or her fullest. Learn more about class offerings by clicking
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