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Presley's Place

A world-class sensory space at the Pittsburgh International Airport

Concourse A, next to Gate A9

What: a series of virtual workshops with peers

For Whom: students heading to or in the first year of college with readiness barriers – especially students with Autism, ADHD and/or Anxiety

When: Monday nights from 7- 8:30 pm

Dates: March 18- May 21st. No class April 1 (Easter Monday)

(scholarships available based on financial need )Contact LeeAnn Wagner Cica at lawcica@striveacc.com or 412-901-0851 with questions

Contact: LeeAnn Wagner Cica at lawcica@striveacc.com or 412-901-0851 with questions

Cost: $260.00 (discounts available based on financial need )

Open Up will be hosting a FREE Inclusive Spring Break Camp from March 25th-29th for school-aged students at their Lawrenceville studio. Campers will practice yoga and mindfulness, make crafts, and play some interactive games.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Beauty and the Beast –

Sunday | February 25, 2024 | 4:30 p.m.

Benedum Center

PBT's sensory-friendly performances are relaxed and open to all. It is a judgment-free zone where theater staff and patrons accept (and expect) extra sound or movement in the audience and where they celebrate the many ways audience members can experience a live stage performance. 

Accommodations include lower sound levels, elimination of some special effects and house lighting at about 20%. Quiet areas and activities are in the lobby before and during the show, and additional staff on hand to help create a safe and welcoming theater experience.

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR AUTISM RESEARCH

EDI-fNIRS- functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

The Center of Excellence for Autism Research at the University of Pittsburgh is conducting a research study to measure emotion regulation. We are enrolling parents or guardians and children ages 4-8 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Parents will complete a small battery of assessments and children will take part in computer games where they wear a cap on their head to measure brain activity. The appointment takes approximately 2-3 hours. We offer payment for participating.

If you would like more information, please email to autismrecruiter@upmc.edu 

or phone toll free 1-866-647-3436. http://www.REAACT.pitt.edu