Parent Resource- Get Air Trampoline Park

Every Saturday From 8am-10am, provides a sensory friendly experience for families. Kids with special needs are encouraged to come and jump. Parents jump for free. Siblings are welcome too. Music is turned down. 

http://getairlongmont.com/

Parent Resource- Megan's place

Parents,

I don't know much about this place. It looks like it provides respite care for kids with disabilities and babysitting. Here is there website. If someone tries it or tries their summer camps let me know.
http://www.megansplacellc.org/

Parent Resource- Movies in the park

https://www.cityofthornton.net/festivals-events/Pages/MoviesinthePark.aspx

https://www.broomfield.org/2644/Summer-Book-Adventures

Try an outdoor movie experience for free. 

Parent Resource- Concert Series

If you want to try the concert experience without the cost try these fun family concerts in the park. Giving kids new experiences increases background knowledge and helps to increase reading comprehension over time. 
And some of these include free ice cream as well!


https://www.cityofthornton.net/arts/Pages/concert-series.aspx
https://www.anythinklibraries.org/Anythink-Backyard-Concert-Series
http://northglennarts.org/programs/summer-concert-series/

Parent Resource- Longmont Library

Lego Club for All Kids

First Friday of the month, 6 to 8 pm.

Children can complete a building challenge and have their creations displayed in the library or free build.  This is a family event, and all ages, abilities, and needs are welcome.  Children under 8 and those with special assistance needs must be accompanied by an adult.

No registration required. This is an after-hours event, so we ask that patrons please use the West Lobby entrance only.

409 4th Ave.
Longmont, Colorado 80501
(303) 651-8470

Parent Resource- APEX Center

Have you heard of APEX center.  APEX is the rec center in Arvada and they provide a wide range of opportunities for kids and adults with disabilities. All of their classes are inclusive so anyone can join no matter their ability. They also offer specialized opportunities as well such as learning to ride a bike clinics.

Check out their summer list of activities.  Some are registering now so register soon.
http://apexprd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx?ActivityFilter=17

Parent Resource- Phamaly Theatre

Phamaly produces professional-scale plays and musicals with casts that have special needs. Buy tickets now for INTO THE WOODS. Check out their website. 

http://www.phamaly.org/

Into the Woods

Directed by Christy Montour-Larson

Choreography by Debbie Stark and Ronni Stark

Music Direction by Mac Merchant

July 12th–August 5th, 2018

The Space Theatre at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts

“Into the woods—you have to grope, 

But that's the way you learn to cope. 

Into the woods to find there's hope 

Of getting through the journey.”

Parent Resource - THE BAY Water Park

BROOMFIELD BAY

If you have always wanted to try a water park but aren't sure if your kiddo is up for it. Here is a great option. The Broomfield Bay is a pretty low key place. There are 3 longer water slides and a several more small ones. It is a great place to start. The water is shallow in most of the pools and it is a great place for a family picnic. Friday nights are usually a flat rate for a family and make it affordable. 

Here is a link to their website.

https://www.broomfield.org/2651/The-Bay-Aquatic-Park

Parent Resource- FREE BOWLING

Parents,

Chippers lanes offers 2 free games everyday for kids. ANY KID and great summer family packages.
Register here to get your free coupons.
https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/alley-group.php?path=chippers

Parent Resource- AT Exhibit Hall

Parents,

June 11th- 12th, there is a unique opportunity for you. The SWAAC Summer Symposium is happening at the district offices. They are having an exhibit hall full of companies that cater to assistive technology  will be there. If you would like to just browse you are welcome to come. A few of the companies are Text help, Colorado Talking Book library,  Saltillo, Invacare, Don Johnson, Tap it, PRC, Disability Law Colorado, CU and Metro disability services and many many more.

It is free to come and goes from 8-4:30 for both days.

It might be a great thing to check out!


HAVE A GREAT SUMMER.  I will post more things as I hear about them.

Parent Resource - Beau Jo's Autism night

If you love Beau Jo's Pizza! 

Here is a great opportunity for you!

On the first Tuesday of every month, Beau Jo's hosts an Autism night. It is a great time to meet other families going through similar circumstances. Also, Beau Jo's provides a sensory friendly and understanding dining opportunity for you! Gluten Free is available also!

Parent Resource- Sensory Friendly Aquarium days

I know several of you are looking for easy activities to do with kids this summer.  Here is one that might be just the right pace for you! Ask a fellow parent or try it yourself.

• June 10  Low Sensory Morning: For our guests that prefer a calmer and more sensory-friendly environment join us for a special morning at 8:30am. We will open early, turn up the lights and turn down the ambient sounds in the exhibits.

• July 8 – Low Sensory Morning: For our guests that prefer a calmer and more sensory-friendly environment join us for a special morning. We will open early at 8:30am, turn up the lights and turn down the ambient sounds in the exhibits.

• August 12 – Low Sensory Morning: For our guests that prefer a calmer and more sensory-friendly environment join us for a special morning. We will open early at 8:30am, turn up the lights and turn down the ambient sounds in the exhibits.