Fun at the Maine Discovery Museum
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April 2015 |
Sunday March 22nd was an exciting day at the Maine Discovery Museum! More than 60 individuals attended the special “Autism Education and Safety Event” for children and families. The event was hosted by the Maine Autism Institute for Education and Research (MAIER) in partnership with the Discovery Museum’s “My Day to Play.” The Museum was closed to other visitors during this event so children with autism and their siblings could explore and experience activities in a safe, sensory-friendly setting. |
The afternoon was filled with exploration and learning at the Museum and included guest visitors who focused on safety: | |
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Many thanks to the Maine Discovery Museum staff, and all the volunteers who made this day possible: the University of Maine Early Childhood Education students, Communication Science and Disorders students, Communication/ Journalism students, Autism at UMaine club members, Susannah Fisher, Dan Stewart, Ron and Cheryl Lare, Alex Demers, and the MFP families whose dedication makes these events possible.For more information about future Maine Family Partnership events, contact Donna Doherty at donna.doherty@maine.edu, 207.581-2468. | |
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Maine Autism Institute for Education and Research 5766 Shibles Hall, Room 303 Orono, Maine 04469 Phone: 207.581.2352 | Fax: 207.581-9510 Email: maineautisminstitute@maine.edu |
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