Inclusive Minnesota

You've goat to be kidding me! 🐐📸

We are thrilled to share that Sharlene (one of our incredible Sunshine Social Club parents) is offering FREE mini photography sessions with baby goats on Saturday, June 13 from 12-2pm!

These special mini sessions are open to all ages and abilities. Sharlene specializes in making individuals with special needs feel completely welcome, comfortable, and calm during their mini session, creating a beautiful experience for everyone.

Spaces are limited, so make sure to register at the link below to reserve your spot:
https://677789.17hats.com/p #/scheduling/vgcvthnkpgpwhrrfxcftpbnkvhbwdsnz

✨✨ Family Event ✨✨

Join us June 28th for family swimming and a picnic! This event is for families who have a person (any age!) with a disability. We would love to have you join us.

Register here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4FA4AC22ABFB6-63250446-swimming

You're invited to a FREE family event in support of the Down syndrome community on Thursday, June 11, from 3 - 10 pm. DJ Benny Nord will be spinning tunes with a Kid Rave from 4 - 4:30 pm. Enjoy live music throughout the day: Beemer will be performing from 5 - 5:45 pm, The White Keys from 6:15 - 7:15 pm, and Twin Star Rocket, your headliners, from 8 - 10 pm. There will be food trucks and inspiring, inclusive activities. All are welcome!

Big news for Minnesota CDCS families!

We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym – Eagan & Woodbury is now accepting CDCS funding for many of our services.

Families may be able to use approved CDCS funds toward:

Open Play Memberships
We Rock Care / In-Facility Respite Care
Break Time Care
One-on-One Attendant Care
Summer/Winter Programming

Our sensory-friendly gyms are built for children and families of all abilities, including children who benefit from movement, sensory play, social opportunities, and supportive care.

Talk with your case worker or FMS provider to see how your approved CDCS funds may apply.

Eagan: 651-515-0720
Woodbury: 651-760-7625

Know a family using CDCS funding? Send this their way.

⚾ Support the Rochester Flyers and Have Fun in the Process! ⚾

Looking for an event to stay cool? Join Thrivent at Toy Story 5 as they support the Rochester Flyers - Special Olympics Team!

Date: Wednesday, June 24th
Location: Marcus Theater
RSVP: [email protected]

Join us for a FREE inclusive play date at the Minnesota Children's Museum in St. Paul on July 23rd from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm. All exhibits and play areas will be open to families during the event, which also includes free dinner and refreshments! Parking is also free.

Registration is required. Sign up today: https://www.gillettechildrens.org/get-involved/attend-an-event/minnesota-children-s-museum-meetup

Note: The Children’s Museum is wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant. Sensory headphones and quiet spaces are available upon request.

JOIN US AT THE ZOO! 🦒

Spend a summer afternoon connecting with the Homeward Bound community at the Minnesota Zoo!

Whether you're a staff member, family member, volunteer, supporter, or community friend, or brand new, we'd love to see you there.

📅 Saturday, June 6
🕛 Meet at 12:00 PM
📍 Minnesota Zoo @ Entrance Ticket Counter

Come and go as your schedule allows while enjoying animals, conversation, and community.

Regular admission and parking fees apply.

Questions? Contact Kristine at [email protected].

Check out the June events that See Me has scheduled!

🩷 Wednesday, June 3 | 7-8:30pm | June In-Person See Me Support Meeting | Savage Library

💻 Tuesday, June 16 | 10-11am | Virtual See Me Neurodiverse Support Meeting

🛝 Thursday, June 25, 9:30-11:30am | See Me goes to Chutes and Ladders playground | Hyland Play Area, Bloomington

For all of our events, visit our website at www.seemeneurodiverse.org/events

Get ready to reel in some fun! 🎣 HOPE, Inc. Fishing is casting its line in Grand Forks this June & July! 🐟😎

All ages & mobility challenges welcome!

Don't be a fish out of water, email [email protected] or call (701) 866-9002 to hook up with HOPE, Inc. Adaptive Sports & Rec! 🎉