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April 9th 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Learn About PA ABLE and Expand Your Opportunities

The PA ABLE Savings Program provides individuals with qualifying disabilities opportunities to Achieve a Better Life Experience. PA ABLE is a tax-free way to save for a wide range of disability-related expenses – from clothing to rent to transportation to education, assistive technology and more. PA ABLE powers your life experiences, giving you opportunities for more fun, more financial security or more of what you want to be all while maintaining important benefits. We will discuss eligibility requirements for opening a PA ABLE account, the federal and state tax benefits, how PA ABLE interacts with important benefits and more. This live webinar will also have time for questions.
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April 9th 7:00 pm

Live Autism Friendly Open Mic – Mars Area Middle School

1775 Three Degree Rd, Mars, PA

April 11th 11:00am – 3:00 pm

The 2026 ID/A Awareness Event

A free and open-to-the-whole community celebration of intellectual disability, developmental disability, and Autism awareness event. We will have music, crafts to make, games to play and ambassadors to learn what about what makes the best everyday life for them. Everything is free, including basket raffle tickets, face painting and other fun, family friendly activities. Grab your family and friends and join us to celebrate and learn together as a community. Event will be held at the Westmoreland Mall Greensburg PA 15601

April 11th 3:00pm – 6:00pm

Spectrum Club 13+ Highland Hoopla Potluck Party

Spectrum Club 13+ is taking a little “trip” to Scotland and having a themed potluck party at the Autism Caring Center. We would love for your teen and family to join us for a relaxed night of food, connection, and fun. Caregivers must stay. Potluck details: • Each family is invited to bring one dish, snack, or dessert to share. • It does not need to be fancy. Bring whatever works for your schedule and family. • When you sign up, please list the dish or dessert you plan to bring so we can plan our setup. • If possible, please note common allergens such as dairy, gluten, nuts, or eggs. 1. Reserve your RSVP slot for your family. 2.Add a comment with the number of people attending from your family. 3.Choose a food slot and write what you plan to bring. • Scottish themed clothing welcomed. 7051 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale, PA 15071 Register at www.autismcaringcenter.com/event

April 12th 2:00pm - 5:00pm,

Live Autism Friendly Open Mic @ Band Together Clubhouse

in Moondog's, 378 Freeport Rd, Blawnox, PA

April 14th 1:00pm

Understanding Scams and Financial Exploitation - Free Webinar

We will have captioning as well as ASL and Spanish interpretation.

This webinar will help participants better understand how to recognize, prevent, and respond to financial scams and exploitation. Our presenter will be David Shallcross from the PA Attorney General Office. Mr. Shallcross will discuss the following: • Common types of scams and financial exploitation • Red flags to watch for • Differences between various scams and exploitation tactics • Practical steps on how to report suspected scams • How to protect yourself and loved ones from financial harm. Registration required - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hhH4K9h0SfiiyAlX8l6XhQ

April 15th 10:00am - 11:00am

PA One Book 2026: Virtual Author Visit Watch Party

Join LAMP/Library of Accessible Media Pittsburgh for a virtual visit with author Jessica Shaw. Shaw's book, The Great Cookie Kerfuffle, with illustrations by Pauling Gregory, has been selected to be the 2026 Pennsylvania One Book. This program highlights the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers and the significance of reading early and often to children, as well as engaging them in conversation and other activities around books. For more information, visit their website at https://paonebook.powerlibrary.org/ We will be streaming the event live, with accessible Great Cookie Kerfuffle themed activities and snacks. This event is for children birth to age five years old, along with their families and caregivers. This program will take place in-person at LAMP Pittsburgh, 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Reservations are optional. Link to event listing: https://mylamp.org/pa-one-book-2026-virtual-author-visit-watch-party/

April 18th 11:00am – 1:00pm

Pave the Way

STEM Bridge building with popsicle sticks; Engineer speaker Mrs. Jennie Lenz-Traffic Engineer at Gateway Engineers; Make your own edible asphalt; and dirt cups snack. Oakdale Location 7051 Steubenville Pike A1 Oakdale, PA 15071

April 19th 11:00am-2:00pm

Plant BINGO

Play BINGO for a chance to win amazing plants. Your $40 ticket includes BINGO, brunch, raffles, plant trivia, gift, mystery prize ticket and more. All ages welcome! For more information or to reserve your tickets please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plant-bingo-tickets-1982793608057

April 19th 2:00pm-3:00pm

Football Fusion - Azure program of Autism Pittsburgh

Game On: Music Meets Football! Get ready for a one-of-a-kind interactive concert with 11 all-star musicians from Carnegie Mellon! From the tiny flute to the mighty tuba, players show how teamwork, rhythm, and timing, connect football and music. Expect live demos, fun facts, and hands-on moments that score big on excitement! All Behaviors Welcome! Instrument petting zoo following the concert.

https://www.autismpittsburgh.org/azureevents

April 24th - 26th (starting at 5:30pm)

Teen/Young Adult Weekend Retreat at The Woodlands: Spring Around the World

Travel the globe without leaving camp as participants explore spring traditions from different cultures through games, crafts, and hands-on activities. Explore the powerful forces of nature through hands-on science experiments, movement-based games, and creative discovery. From 5:30 PM on Friday to 11:00 AM on Sundays, these inclusive getaways for youth with disability and chronic illness are created for individuals ages 13-24! Whether you’re a sports lover, singer, cook, or in touch with nature, the Woodlands covers it all! Each retreat offers a variety of activities that encourage social connections, health, and leadership skills. Our activities encourage new experiences that spark creativity and self-discovery. Each retreat costs $585. We accept out of pocket or private pay, ESY, and waiver funding. We also have a scholarship program called the “Wonderfund” to assist with cost, available upon request. To apply or for more information, contact Leia Patsilevas, 724-935-5470 or lpatsilevas@woodlandsfoundation.org www.mywoodlands.org

April 25th 9:30am – 4:00pm

Beauty Beyond Limits

We believe beauty should be celebrated with everyone - and this year, we’re excited to celebrate with you. Beauty is accessible. Accessibility is beautiful. This event is not a showcase; it’s a movement to redefine beauty through inclusivity and accessibility. We’ll bring together advocates, innovators, and community members to share stories, explore accessible beauty solutions, and inspire change. Register:BeautyBeyondLimits2026.eventbrite.com *For questions, you can email Rebecca MacTaggart - rmactaggart@classcommunity.org

April 28th 11:00am – 1:00pm

Webinar - From Questions to Confidence: Connecting Students and Families to Benefits Counseling

As students with disabilities plan for life after high school, questions about how employment impacts public benefits can create uncertainty and hesitation for students and their families. Benefits counseling plays a critical role in helping individuals understand how work, earnings, and career advancement interact with benefits such as SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and related programs—supporting informed decision-making and reducing fear around employment. This session will combine a brief foundational presentation with a panel discussion featuring educators and partners who have implemented strategies to connect students and families to benefits counseling in their schools and communities. Participants will gain a clear understanding of what benefits counseling is (and is not), why it is an essential component of secondary transition planning, and the appropriate role participants play in sharing information and making referrals. Through real-world examples, panelists will share practical approaches, lessons learned, and strategies for helping students and families access benefits counseling while maintaining professional boundaries. You may register online by clicking on the name of the event on the Training Events Calendar at: https://www.pattan.net/events/

Wednesdays through May 13th 10:30am-12:30pm

Sensory Storytime

Join us for our weekly Sensory Storytime at our Oakdale location. We'll read a themed story, complete a small craft, do simple songs and have non- structured play. www.autismcaringcenter.com 7051 Steubenville Pike Oakdale, PA 15071

May 15th - 17th (A little earlier than past years)

2026 Tourette Family Camp – PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance

Join us for a fun filled weekend to be yourself and be around others that understand Tourette. Family Camp is open to anyone that has a tic disorder or Tourette and their family (siblings, parents, grandparents, etc.). **There is a cost for this event but scholarships may be available for you and your family. This year we are proud to have Boston Bachart, creator and performer of "The Boston Bachart Spectacular Variety Show" entertain us, along with all our other fun camp activities! To get more information or register, go to https://patsainc.org/events/ts-family-camp/ or email or call Brandi Cooper: Brandi@patsainc.org 800-990-3300 ext. 4

May 20th 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Learn How PA ABLE Can Help Create Financial Opportunity for Veterans with Disabilities

The PA ABLE Savings Program provides an additional financial option for Veterans who have qualifying disabilities. PA ABLE can power your life experiences, giving you and your family opportunities to do more with increased financial security, all while maintaining important service-related benefits you may already be receiving from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), or Social Security Administration (SSA). We will discuss eligibility requirements for opening a PA ABLE account, the federal and state tax benefits, how PA ABLE interacts with important benefits and more. This live webinar will also have time for questions.