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  • Autism-Friendly Performance of Oklahoma at Boston Conservatory

    Posted Monday October 14 2013 at 10:03 pm in Cultural Inclusion

    Oklahoma

    The Boston Conservatory presents an Autism-Friendly performance of the musical "Oklahoma" in the Boston Conservatory Theater at 31 Hemenway Street, Boston.

    For detailed information about the performance, visit the Boston Conservatory website which includes a video to help prepare individuals on the autism spectrum for the performance, as well as a social story, a plot synopsis, and a character guide.

    Also explained at the Conservatory website is ways in which the performance and the environment will be altered to make the entire experience Autism-Friendly.  For example: lights remain on but dimmed low, comfortable volume and consistent sound levels, an extended intermission, and many other accommodations.

    Sunday, October 20, 2013 - 2 pm
    Boston Conservatory Theater
    31 Hemenway Street, Boston
    Adults $20, Children $10

    Purchase tickets



    Boston Children's Museum Presents ASL-Interpreted Wingmasters

    Posted Saturday October 12 2013 at 3:25 pm in Cultural Inclusion

    Red-Tailed Hawk

    Hawks and owls are amazing birds but aren't often seen.  This presentation will teach you about these winged hunters while you have a chance to take a really close look.

    October 19, 2013 11:15 am and 12:15 pm
    Free with Museum admission.
    Tickets are distributed first-come, first-served one hour before each program.

    For more information visit Boston Children's Museum website or contact:
    Saki Iwamoto, Health and Wellness Specialist
    Iwamoto@BostonChildrensMuseum.org
    617-986-3697



    CANE Open Meeting, Friday, October 18, 2013 9-11am

    Posted Monday October 07 2013 at 10:43 pm in Cultural Inclusion

    Have you attended a CANE workshop in the past?  Do you want to make your institution more welcoming to visitors with disabilities?  Cultural Access New England is here to serve you.  Join CANE for an Open Meeting for current and new members at the Massachusetts State House, Great Hall, Friday, October 18, 2013 9-11 a.m.

    The Open Meeting will include a continental breakfast; discussion about a new Massachusetts Cultural Council accessibility initiative; resource tables for accessibility information; and a chance to share how CANE can help you meet your access goals.

    - Breakfast starts at 9:00 a.m.
    - Remarks followed by the Open Meeting at 9:30 a.m.
    - Resource fair and networking at 10:30 a.m.

    Resource tables will include: Accommodations for People who are Blind, Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing; Basic Accessibility Etiquette; Universal Design and information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); and Universal Design for Learning.

    Please join us!  This event is free.  Please RSVP to info@ca-ne.org by October 10, 2013.

    ASL interpreters, CART, and sighted guides provided.