For elementary and middle school students: play instruments, sing, create and dance! Discover the power of music to increase communication, self-expression, self-esteem and make some new friends in the process. Classes start September 6, Thursdays from 5:15 to 6 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 5841 Werk Road in Cincinnati. Classes are $90 a month per child. Click here to register or call 513-535-0810 for more information.

Kent Smith's State Farm office in Cincinnati is providing a unique holiday experience for families of children with special needs. Sign up for a time slot on November 25 between 2 and 5pm to enjoy some quiet time with Santa. Sign up by sending your child's name, age, your family's contact information, and if you are interested in having a photographer present to Kent@myCincinnatiAgent.com.

Learn about the latest innovations in science, research and technology related to causes and interventions for autism spectrum disorder November 28 at Cincinnati Children's Hospital MOB Building in Cincinnati from 6 to 8pm. There will be a panel discussion with field professionals, a Q&A session, a resource fair, and opportunities for networking. Click here for more information and to RSVP. Email outreach@autismspeaks.org with questions.

For elementary and middle school students: play instruments, sing, create and dance! Discover the power of music to increase communication, self-expression, self-esteem and make some new friends in the process. Classes start September 6, Thursdays from 5:15 to 6 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 5841 Werk Road in Cincinnati. Classes are $90 a month per child. Click here to register or call 513-535-0810 for more information.

The Lovis Foundation is hosting a winter dance for students in special education ages 15 to 22 with an IEP. There will be a DJ, dancing, refreshments and more! Will be held December 1 from 7 to 9pm at the Carnegie Center in Cincinnati. Reserve your ticket here by November 11. 

Come play board games with other teens who have disabilities December 4 from 4:30 to 6pm at the Janet Clemmons Center, 282 N. Fair Avenue in Hamilton. If you are interested in attending, contact Michelle at amteppe@butlerdd.org. 

Learn about various issues related to social media such as depression, anxiety, cyberbullying, lack of privacy, its impact on future success and more. Will be held December 5 from 1 to 4pm at the Butler County ESC for $40 per participant. Register here. Contact Lauren at 513-785-6770 or perryl@bcesc.org for questions.

For elementary and middle school students: play instruments, sing, create and dance! Discover the power of music to increase communication, self-expression, self-esteem and make some new friends in the process. Classes start September 6, Thursdays from 5:15 to 6 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 5841 Werk Road in Cincinnati. Classes are $90 a month per child. Click here to register or call 513-535-0810 for more information.

Butler County's School to Adult Life Transition Series (S.A.L.T.) and Preparing, Empowering, and Planning for Adulthood Series (P.E.P.A.) are FREE monthly series developed to provide a learning opportunity, along with the resources and guidance, to help families of children with disabilities and students (ages 14-22) to navigate through transition from school to adult life.

The meetings are held on the second Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. at Janet Clemmons Center.

DECEMBER MEETING TOPICS: 

SALT - Teen & Young Adult Dating & Relationships

PEPA - Am I Ready for Dating?

Click here to download a flyer with the complete 2018 schedule.

For elementary and middle school students: play instruments, sing, create and dance! Discover the power of music to increase communication, self-expression, self-esteem and make some new friends in the process. Classes start September 6, Thursdays from 5:15 to 6 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 5841 Werk Road in Cincinnati. Classes are $90 a month per child. Click here to register or call 513-535-0810 for more information.