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CANE Workshop: Creating a Welcoming Space for Visitors who are on the Autism Spectrum

Posted Tuesday May 20 2014 at 11:08 pm

Cultural Access New England (CANE) invites cultural institutions to attend a conversation about welcoming visitors on the autism spectrum and their friends and family.  The session will include a keynote address by Lisa Jo Rudy, writer, consultant and parent of a child on the autism spectrum.  Lisa Jo has worked with cultural institutions in New England to create quality experiences for visitors who are on the autism spectrum.

Friday, June 13, 2014 9:30 am - 12pm
Museum of Science, Boston

Following the keynote, representatives from area institutions will share their experiences developing programming for visitors.  The panel will include Boston Children's Museum, Wheelock Family Theatre, Open Door Theater, Museum of Fine Arts - Boston, and Museum of Science - Boston.

Contact info@cane.org regarding any accommodation requests or access questions.  Please request accommodations at least two weeks prior to the event.

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Disability Reframed: Community Film Series - "Lars and the Real Girl"

Posted Tuesday May 20 2014 at 10:57 pm

Part of the on-going FREE film series sponsored by the City of Boston Commission for Persons with Disabilities, "Lars and the Real Girl" will be screened Saturday, May 31, 2014, 2-5pm.

The screening will be held at Northeastern University, Curry Student Center, Room 342, 360 Huntington Ave, Boston 02115.

A lively audience discussion will follow.

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MA Dept. of Conservation & Recreation Accessible Recreation Fair

Posted Tuesday May 20 2014 at 10:33 pm

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is holding it's annual Accessible Recreation Fair Saturday, May 31, 2014 from 10am to 3pm at Artesani Park/Herter Park in Brighton.  There will be hiking, cycling, kite decorating demonstrations, face painting, sport connections, a D.J. and more.

Come join DCR's Universal Access Program and a host of other regional adaptive recreation organizations for a fun-filled day.  Enjoy scenic views of the Charles River and social connections!

Sign up for summer programs such as sailing, kayaking, and hiking.  For more information, directions, waiver forms, schedules, and many other resources visit DCR's website.

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