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Merry and Bright Holiday Light Displays Across Illinois - _12HSTARTTIME - Merry and Bright Holiday Light Displays Across Illinois
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Virtual -“Youth CHYPchats: A Monthly Online Community for Youth Managing Chronic Pain” - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual -“Youth CHYPchats: A Monthly Online Community for Youth Managing Chronic Pain”
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Sensory-Friendly Winter Lights at Central Park in Oak Brook - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Friendly Winter Lights at Central Park in Oak Brook
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Merry and Bright Holiday Light Displays Across Illinois - _12HSTARTTIME - Merry and Bright Holiday Light Displays Across Illinois
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Red Kite Storyhoppers- Session 1/Winter 2026 for Children on the Autism Spectrum in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - Red Kite Storyhoppers- Session 1/Winter 2026 for Children on the Autism Spectrum in Chicago
Red Kite Workshop: Musical Theatre Classes/ Winter 2026 for Children on the Autism Spectrum in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - Red Kite Workshop: Musical Theatre Classes/ Winter 2026 for Children on the Autism Spectrum in Chicago
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Webinar – “Special Education Support: Understanding Your Child’s IEP Document” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar – “Special Education Support: Understanding Your Child’s IEP Document”
IDD System Redesign Coalition Listening Sessions in Bloomington - _12HSTARTTIME - IDD System Redesign Coalition Listening Sessions in Bloomington
In-Person Support Group Meeting for Families of Young Children with Disabilities in Freeburg - _12HSTARTTIME - In-Person Support Group Meeting for Families of Young Children with Disabilities in Freeburg
IDD System Redesign Coalition Virtual Listening Session - _12HSTARTTIME - IDD System Redesign Coalition Virtual Listening Session
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Sibshops for Siblings of Children with Disabilities in Huntley - _12HSTARTTIME - Sibshops for Siblings of Children with Disabilities in Huntley
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Autism Awareness Night with the Rockford IceHogs - _12HSTARTTIME - Autism Awareness Night with the Rockford IceHogs
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Webinar – WISE Event to Learn About the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar – WISE Event to Learn About the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program
Family Support Services’ Parent Support Group in Freeport - _12HSTARTTIME - Family Support Services’ Parent Support Group in Freeport
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Webinar Series on Transition to Adulthood – “Key Questions Families Should Ask in Secondary Transition Planning” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar Series on Transition to Adulthood – “Key Questions Families Should Ask in Secondary Transition Planning”
Webinar – “Kids’ Vaccines: The When, Why and What to Expect” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar – “Kids’ Vaccines: The When, Why and What to Expect”
IDD System Redesign Coalition Listening Session in Vernon Hills - _12HSTARTTIME - IDD System Redesign Coalition Listening Session in Vernon Hills
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Virtual “Together From Anywhere” Event to Support Families and Providers of Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual “Together From Anywhere” Event to Support Families and Providers of Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
People In Need Forum 2026 in Crystal Lake - _12HSTARTTIME - People In Need Forum 2026 in Crystal Lake
Bowling with Friends/Boliche Con Amigos Party for Children With Hearing Loss and Their Families in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - Bowling with Friends/Boliche Con Amigos Party for Children With Hearing Loss and Their Families in Chicago
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Merry and Bright Holiday Light Displays Across Illinois
Thursday, December 25, 2025 - Sunday, January 11, 2026    
4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Many communities throughout Illinois are hosting spectacular light displays this holiday season. This list highlights a mix of drive-thru and outdoor displays lighting up communities [...]
30 Dec
Tuesday, December 30, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A free, safe and inclusive space where youth ages 13 to 24 can connect with peers who understand what it’s like to live with chronic [...]
04 Jan
Sunday, January 4, 2026    
4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Take in the lights and pose for photos at this free, sensory-friendly light display in Oak Brook The Oak Brook Park District will host "Winter [...]
18 Jan
Sunday, January 18, 2026    
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Fun, interactive creative drama class for youth on the autism spectrum ages 4 to 7 and a participating grown-up The Chicago Children's Theatre will host [...]
18 Jan
Sunday, January 18, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
After-school musical theatre workshop for children ages 10 to 15 on the autism spectrum Chicago Children's Theatre (CCT) will host the Red Kite Workshop: Musical [...]
22 Jan
Thursday, January 22, 2026    
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
A free webinar for parents and caregivers to increase understanding about the IEP document and advocating for your child with disabilities Family Matters Parent Training [...]
22 Jan
Thursday, January 22, 2026    
3:00 pm - 7:30 pm
An in-person listening session for individuals, families and professionals to help shape the future of services in Illinois for people with medical complexity and intellectual [...]
22 Jan
Thursday, January 22, 2026    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
A monthly opportunity for families of young children with disabilities to find support, encouragement and learn from one another STAR NET Region IV will host [...]
22 Jan
Thursday, January 22, 2026    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A virtual listening session for individuals, families and professionals to help shape the future of services in Illinois for people with medical complexity and intellectual [...]
24 Jan
Saturday, January 24, 2026    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
A free opportunity for siblings of children with disabilities to make friends and spend time with peers in a recreational setting Join the Northern Illinois [...]
25 Jan
Sunday, January 25, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Spend a family-friendly evening with the Rockford IceHogs to promote and support autism awareness Join Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford for “Autism Awareness Night [...]
27 Jan
Tuesday, January 27, 2026    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
A free webinar to help Social Security Disability beneficiaries and their families/caregivers understand their options and successfully transition to work The Illinois Assistive Technology Program [...]
27 Jan
Tuesday, January 27, 2026    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Share parenting experiences, resources and uplift one another at this free support group for parents of children with autism and other disabilities Hope Wins and [...]
30 Jan
Friday, January 30, 2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
A free, four-part webinar series for families and educators providing practical tools and resources for strengthening transition planning for youth with disabilities in Illinois Join [...]
30 Jan
Friday, January 30, 2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
A free webinar to help families learn about routine childhood immunizations and make informed, confident choices for their kids Join HealthyChildren.org for “Kids’ Vaccines: The [...]
30 Jan
Friday, January 30, 2026    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
An in-person listening session for individuals, families and professionals to help shape the future of services in Illinois for people with medical complexity and intellectual [...]
31 Jan
Saturday, January 31, 2026    
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Free virtual webinars exploring strategies, tools and techniques to support children who are deaf or hard of hearing and the providers who work with them [...]
31 Jan
Saturday, January 31, 2026    
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Free community event featuring workshops, over 30 exhibitors and a diverse range of community resources and support Join McHenry County College and other sponsors for [...]
31 Jan
Saturday, January 31, 2026    
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Let the good times roll at this free bowling party for kids ages 4 and older who are living with hearing loss and their families! [...]
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