Special KidZ Sensory Gym

09/26/2025

09/25/2025

09/24/2025

As autism enters the national conversation, we urge leaders and communities to recognize the urgent challenges -- and the critical lack of support & safeguards -- for individuals with autism & their families.

09/24/2025

💙 Many autistic children experience rumination (repetitive or negative thoughts) that can feel hard to break. A few gentle strategies that may help:

✨ Redirect with a calming activity or sensory tool
✨ Stick to predictable routines for comfort
✨ Use simple, reassuring language
✨ Partner with therapists for individualized coping strategies

At Special KidZ Sensory Gym, we believe small steps add up. Patience, consistency, and support can make a big difference. 🌈♾️

09/20/2025

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09/19/2025

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Sensory Kits are now available in the Family Space at Seymour Library thanks to funding from the 2025 FLLS Family Literacy Mini-Grant.

09/18/2025

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The New York State Police is introducing a new tool to improve communication and help create safer, more positive interactions with people on the autism spectrum.

Key points:

The Autism Awareness Visor Card uses simple visual icons to support understanding during encounters.

Each patrol vehicle will carry a card, and the public can download/print one from the NYSP website.

The program will roll out statewide in the coming weeks.

Learn more and access the card here: https://troopers.ny.gov/news/new-york-state-police-introduce-autism-awareness-visor-card-program

09/18/2025

Tickets to TDF's Autism Friendly Performance of the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes® go on sale tomorrow: Thursday, September 18 at 10 a.m. (EDT).

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR STARRING THE RADIO CITY ROCKETTES® - Autism Friendly Performance
Radio City Music Hall
1260 Sixth Avenue at 50th Street
New York City

Available date and time: Sunday, November 9 at 10 a.m.

Tickets: $65-$75 including a $5 service fee*

Seating information: All seats will be sold consecutively with no spaces in between. Wheelchair accessible seats will be available for purchase.

How to purchase tickets:

1. Starting at 10 a.m. (EDT) on Thursday, September 18, go to www.tdf.org/rockettes and click on the buy tickets button. You will be taken to the performance's Ticketmaster page where you can purchase digital tickets.

2. After you check out, you should receive a confirmation email for your digital tickets. If you do not, or if you have questions or difficulties completing your purchase, please contact Guest Relations at 212-465-6225 or via this email form.

About the show: Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes® is a holiday performance in New York City featuring the Rockettes, a precision dance company known for their synchronized kicks and exact movements. The show includes nine musical and dance numbers. The performance is about celebrating the holiday season, and this year marks the Rockettes’ 100th anniversary.

Age recommendation: The show is appropriate for families with children of all ages. Children under age 2 do not need tickets if they sit on an adult's lap and do not occupy their own seats.

Running time: 1 hour and 30 minutes with no intermission