Sensory Friendly Programs, Activities and Places in Dayton

April is Autism Awareness Month, but for families with children with autism, the challenges are every day. Happily, in Dayton, there are a wealth of programs and resources available for families with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) all year long. Seeing a performance at the theatre, exploring a museum, going to a playground — there are sensory-friendly accommodations in Dayton for a range…

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February Free Guide

It’s February, finally, which means spring is on the horizon- we hope! It also means special holidays (Black History Month, Groundhog’s Day, President’s Day and, of course, Valentine’s Day), tons of fun indoor and outdoor programs for kids– and lots of free family fun.       Feel the love all month long with our February Free Guide! Thursday, …

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The world’s largest children’s museum is just a drive away

Did you know the world’s largest children’s museum was in Indianapolis? With 472,900 square-feet of museum magic, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is a true midwest treasure. Standing four stories tall (plus an entire, exhibit-packed lower level and massive outdoor space), The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis (TCM) houses 11 major galleries and hosts several visiting exhibits each year.   The…

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Museum of the US Air Force Family Days

The museum’s Education Division hosts Family Days one Saturday a month (excluding December).  These programs are designed for children and adults of all ages and offer several hands-on opportunities for all to enjoy. Aerospace demonstration stations are located throughout the museum’s galleries to teach fun aerospace principles.     Each month features a new theme; such themes…

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Best Indoor Playgrounds in Dayton

There’s nothing worse than cooped-up, stir-crazy, all-over-each-other kids. Throw in an “I’m bored!” and you pretty much have every parent’s worst nightmare.The solution? Indoor playgrounds! These state-of-the-art indoor spaces are interactive, safe and totally kid-and-parent approved. (In fact, many even offer cafes where parents can enjoy an interrupted cup of coffee and Facebook browsing session!) …

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