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The Beignet Fest Foundation’s Community Corner promotes our partners and events in the community that serve children with developmental differences. We’re also offering online resources for kids that may need help understanding COVID-19.

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Sensory Friendly Playtime at the Louisiana Children's Museum

Thursday April 4th, 4:30-6:30PM

At LCM, we are committed to building stronger, connected communities through active engagement. We welcome all families and children, of all backgrounds and circumstances, and offer low-sensory playtime experiences where children with sensory-specific needs can explore the Museum without the noise, crowds, and stimulation of typical open hours. Attendance is more limited, sounds and lights are turned down, and adaptive equipment, such as noise-reducing headphones and weighted vests, are provided. When available, specialists will be on hand to help facilitate activities and provide resources.

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ASGNO Autism Fest

Saturday April 20, 11AM-3PM, Westwego Farmer's Market, 484 Sala Dr.

Join us at the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans’ Inclusive Egg Hunt. This event is open to all ages and ability levels. Register for a one-hour time slot during which you can enjoy open play and sensory activities, join in an egg hunt. Participants will be limited to 20 per time slot and caregivers will indicate choice of egg-hunt prize (candy or toys) in the sign-up form. Please no more than 2 caregivers/supporters per family. Tickets are $3 for participants and $1 for caregivers/ supporters. If you are unable to pay for tickets but would still like to participate, please email Megan at megan@asgno.org.

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Sensory Friendly Mornings at the WWII Museum

Saturday April 27th, 8AM-Noon at WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St., NOLA 70130

Sensory Friendly Mornings are available on the last Saturday of each month. The Museum will modify exhibits by lowering sound volume in louder areas. A limited number of sensory bags from KultureCity will be available for guests on-site. These bags include noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses, fidgets, Feeling Zone thermometer non-verbal cards, and a KultureCity lanyard. One weighted lap pad will also be available for use.

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