October 17 | Neurodiverse Meet Up at Fort Ben
A lightly structured gathering for neurodiverse adults to connect, create, play, or simply spend time together, with options for conversation, parallel play, and no talking at all.
September 19 | Sensory-Friendly Performance of The Mousetrap
Experience Agatha Christie's classic murder mystery The Mousetrap during a sensory-friendly performance designed to make live theatre more accessible for guests who may benefit from a more flexible sensory environment. The performance takes place at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette on Saturday, September 19 at 2:30 PM.
September 19 | Touch-A-Truck at Johnson County Park
Get up close to trucks, vehicles, and equipment at Johnson County Parks' 4th Annual Touch-A-Truck. The first hour is sensory-friendly, with no lights or sirens, giving visitors who may find those sounds or visual effects overwhelming an opportunity to explore before the event becomes louder and busier. The free event also includes a children's zone, food trucks, vendors, music, and optional train rides.
September 13 | Sensory Friendly Sundays at Conner Prairie
Spend a Sunday morning exploring Conner Prairie's Museum Experience Center during Sensory Friendly Sundays. The monthly program includes sensory offerings such as a sensory version of the Power of Place exhibit, access to a sensory room, and an opportunity to visit volunteer therapy dogs from Paws & Think.
August 19–20 | Neurodiversity Affirming (Un)Conference
A two-day virtual learning experience centered on neurodiversity-affirming practice, lived experience, accessibility, and practical ways to better support neurodivergent children.
August 13 | Parents & Autistic Self-Advocates: What We Wish Parents Knew
Hear two perspectives on raising autistic children during this free webinar featuring both parents of autistic children and autistic self-advocates in a thoughtful conversation about lived experiences, parenting, and understanding one another.
