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Plano at First Floor Theatre

Steppenwolf Theatre 1650 N Halsted St,, Chicago, IL, United States

Open Captioning. First Floor Theatre presents PLANO. First Floor Theater is happy to present an open captioned presentation of our show PLANO by Will Arbury as part of Steppenwolf's LookOut Series. Tonight, and later, and earlier, three sisters (no, not those ones) are stricken with a series of strange plagues. Isabel's got pains. Anne's got […]

$35

Play for All at Chicago Childrens Museum

Chicago Children’s Museum 700 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Chicago Children's Museum, 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA map  The Museum opens at 9:00 a.m. for Play for All events to individuals with disabilities and their families. During our Play for All events, we invite children disabilities and their families to experience CCM’s playful, multisensory exhibits for a special private hour inside the museum, […]

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Low Sensory Aquatic Presentation at Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA map  Autism Friendly Performance, Sensory Friendly Performance, Relaxed Performance Shedd’s aquatic presentation offers guests an exciting introduction to Pacific white-sided dolphins, beluga whales and a changing lineup of other favorite animals! This experience is included with general admission. Reserve seat for the low sensory aquatic presentation […]

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A Conversation with Comedienne Cherise Johnson on CANTV Channel 21

#fun4thedisabled's Vanessa Harris has a conversation with Cherise Johnson who is a standup comic and improv artist. They discuss Cherise's life as a performer and how she adjusts while having two invisible disabilities: Cherise has a disorder called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS); she also talks about her experience suffering from depression and anxiety. The broadcast […]

Kill Move Paradise at TimeLine Theatre

Time Line Theatre 615 W Wellington Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

This Audio Described performance will feature a Touch Tour pre-show program beginning at 6:30pm. Curtain is at 8:00pm. James Ijames’ New York Times Critic Pick play is a powerful and provocative reflection on recent events, illustrating the possibilities of collective transformation and radical acts of joy. Torn from the world they know without warning, Isa, […]

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Teenage Dick at Theater Wit

Theater Wit 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Theater Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA map  Audio Description, Touch Tour. Now is the winter of discontent made glorious summer at Roseland High. Theater's most famous disabled character comes to Theater Wit like you've never seen him before—in the vicious, no-holds barred brutal politics of high school. Richard, picked on because of his […]

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ASL Gallery Talk at Art Institute of Chicago

School of the Art Institute of Chicago 112 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

ASL Interpreted. Join us at the Art Institute of Chicago for the monthly American Sign Language Gallery Talk series. Generally held at 6pm every final Wednesday of the month, these interactive tours of works in the collection are presented in American Sign Language. This public program is offered primarily for the Deaf community. All visitors […]

Low Sensory Aquatic Presentation at Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

Autism Friendly Performance, Sensory Friendly Performance, Relaxed Performance. TIMES MAY VARY; last presentation of the day. Shedd’s aquatic presentation offers guests an exciting introduction to Pacific white-sided dolphins, beluga whales and a changing lineup of other favorite animals! This experience is included with general admission. Reserve seat for the low sensory aquatic presentation onsite, day […]

Talk: Witches and Warriors, On Colonialism at MCA Chicago

Edlis Neeson Theater MCA Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

Edlis Neeson Theater, MCA Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA map  ASL Interpreted. Taking Naomi Rincón Gallardo’s fictional account of Mixtec activist Bety Cariño’s journey through the underworld, The Formaldehyde Trip, as a point of departure, join a panel of artists and scholars in a conversation about using fiction, fabulation, speculation, and radical histories […]

Panel Discussion on Crip Camp

Please plan to join us for our next disability film conversation, in collaboration with Netflix's new groundbreaking disability documentary Crip Camp (streaming on Netflix now with audio description & captions). We'll host a panel discussion with three of the film's subjects, Judith Heumann, Corbett O'Toole and Dennis Billups, all of whom participated in the 1977 occupation of […]

Abilities Expo – Houston

NRG Center, Hall E 1 NRG Park (Astrodome Center), Houston, TX, United States

Houston, We Have an Expo! Even better than Tex-Mex, the Houston Abilities Expo brings you out-of-this-world opportunities. It could be the products and tech. It could be the chance to play sled hockey or dance with Auti Angel. It could be the workshops or connections you make with others in the disability community. It's free […]

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There Once was a Camel on Chicago TV Channel 19

Chicagoland's CAN-TV will broadcast There Once was a Camel written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Debbi ScherGeller. This read-along is for a book about a girl who is visited by a special camel named Milly, who has three humps, wears shoes, bakes, and even goes to the movies. It will be shown in Chicago […]

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Piano Starts Here on Chicago TV Channel 19

Chicagoland's CAN-TV will broadcast Piano Starts Here by Robert Andrew Parker. This read-along is for a book about the young Art Tatum discovers his passion for piano, and learns to see through music. It will be shown in Chicago on Channel 19

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The Conversation on Chicago TV Channel 19

Chicagoland's CAN-TV will broadcast The Conversation written by Michelle Massie and illustrated by Stella Green. This read-along is for a book about a young wheelchair-user named Cole who has a […]

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A Splash of Red on Chicagoland’s CANTV Channel 19

#Fun4thedisabled Presents:: A Splash of Red, the life story of Horace Pippin.  This is a children's story of Black artist Horace Pippin.  The video is ASL-Interpreted and closed-captioned.  The video will be shown on Chicago's Channel 19.

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Abilities Expo Virtual Event 2!

The Abilities Virtual Experience is back to connect you with the disability-focused resources your need from the comfort of your living room. So settle in for more engagement, more interactivity, and more accessibility! Live Workshops Daily from 9 am to 5 pm, and Exhibitors Available 24 Hours!

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The View from My Chair on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents The View from My Chair, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Guest contributor Frank Petrie gives viewers a look from his eyes through a GoPro camera as he journeys from his apartment to a nearby crowded bar. 

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When God Made the World on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents When God Made the World, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! When God Made The World is a book that tells kids about the wonder of nature and the science that binds our world together, all from the perspective that it was all created by God, for us. The book was written […]

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Close Your Eyes on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents Close Your Eyes, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Close Your Eyes is written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Nicole Fiddler. In this story, a little girl tells us all about her life as a blind person. She tells us about all the things she loves to do, how she is […]

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When God Made You on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents When God Made You, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! "When God Made You" is a book that teaches kids that they are perfect the way they are, and have incredible talents to share with the world. The book was written by Matthew Paul Turner and illustrated by David Catrow.  Watch as […]

Piano Starts Here ON CHANNEL 19 CANTV

Fun4TheDisabled presents Piano Starts Here, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Hear the true story of Art Tatum, a blind pianist, in today's story, "Piano Starts Here." Art came from humble beginnings and became a renowned jazz musician. His story is both sweet and exciting, and it is one that you will not want to miss.

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A Splash of Red on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents A Splash of Red, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Horace Pippin loved creating art. But when he lost the use of his right arm during World War I, he had to completely relearn how to paint. "A Splash of Red" tells the true story of how an artist overcame his difficult […]

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Piano Starts Here on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents Piano Starts Here, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Hear the true story of Art Tatum, a blind pianist, in today's story, "Piano Starts Here." Art came from humble beginnings and became a renowned jazz musician. His story is both sweet and exciting, and it is one that you will not want to miss.

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Close Your Eyes on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents Close Your Eyes, this Thursday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Close Your Eyes is written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Nicole Fiddler. In this story, a little girl tells us all about her life as a blind person. She tells us about all the things she loves to do, how she is […]

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There Once Was A Camel on CANTV Chicago Channel 19

Watch "There Once Was a Camel," a story about a camel named Millie who has three humps! That's not the only special thing about her, though. Watch our video to find out more about this unique animal. Written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Debbi Scher Geller.

Register Today for the 2021 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters

Join 2axend for the 1st ever #DeafInHealthcare Summit for Interpreters! A total of 1.4 CEUs will be offered during this action-packed, virtual summit. Sessions range from hands-on workshops to panel discussions focused on providing interpreters with insight, solutions and best practices to position Deaf and hard of hearing clients for success!

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Fun4theDisabled Presents: Abilities Expo, A Fun, Free Weekend!

The Abilities Expo is a free, fun-filled Expo designed for people of all ages and ability challenges which is held in eight cities in North America. Introduces numerous innovative products, activities, workshops, assistive devices, therapy animals, sports, dance, cosplay to the disabled community, their friends and families in the United States and Canada.

Come See Fun4TheDisabled at The Abilities Expo!

Visit Strategy for Access at booth 712 at this year's Abilities Expo! Come meet the Fun4TheDisabled team and we'll give you some tasty treats. Click the link below to learn more about this year's Chicago Ability Expo. https://www.abilities.com/chicago/

Intro to Chair Yoga (13+) At the Abilities Expo

The adult class will incorporate stretching and strengthening, with explanations of body-appropriate adjustments and/or the use of applicable props. It will begin with centering, flow through easy-to-follow (and remember) sequences and close with meditation/relaxation to refresh both the body and mind. Check it out at the Abilities Expo today! Abilities Expo event page: https://www.abilities.com/chicago/events.html

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Miniature Therapy Horse Demonstration at The Abilities Expo

Curious about how horses can help people with disabilities? Bring your questions! Miniature horses have been gaining attention for their strengths as therapy animals. This is your chance to meet some "mini's"! This event is presented by Jodie Diegel from the SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program. Watch Fun4TheDisabled's video on Soul Harbour Ranch to […]

“How to Get Connected in Your Employment Search” at The Abilities Expo

Are you looking for employment? Do you want to enhance your employability? Do you want to learn about assistive technology? The Chicago Lighthouse has an educated and experienced team that can offer a variety of programs to prepare you for employment, every step of the way. This workshop will cover some of the benefits and […]

Kidz! Chair Yoga (ages 5-13) at The Abilities Expo

This children's class uses imagination and music to inspire yoga-oriented play. We will energize, then calm, bringing awareness to our actions and teaching love and respect for ourselves and others. Check out this event at the Abilities Expo today! Link to Abilities Expo event page: https://www.abilities.com/chicago/events.html

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Fun4theDisabled Presents: Emmanuel’s Dream on ChicagoLand’s Channel 19 CC ASL

Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah's inspiring true story—which was turned into a film, Emmanuel's Dream,—is nothing short of remarkable. Emmanuel's Dream will be played on Chicago Access Network Television Channel 19 Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people—but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams. […]

Annie Live! airing Thursday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC

Actor and longtime New Mobility contributor Alan Toy has been cast as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in NBC’s upcoming Annie Live! holiday special. Like the president, Toy contracted polio that resulted in paralysis. He will be the first polio survivor to portray FDR in a major production. Please join us in watching this great and historic […]

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Fun4theDisabled Presents: Emmanuel’s Dream: GF on ChicagoLand’s Channel 19

Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah’s inspiring true story—which was turned into a film, Emmanuel’s Dream,—is nothing short of remarkable. Emmanuel’s Dream will be played on Chicago Access Network Television Channel 19 Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people—but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams. […]

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Lincoln Park Zoo: Input Sessions with People with Cognitive Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or Sensory Sensitivities

Lincoln Park Zoo strives to live up to our motto, “For Wildlife. For All.” We also hold to the disability justice mantra of “Nothing About Us Without Us.” This October, the zoo received a grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to collaborate with individuals who identify as disabled in the creation […]

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Lincoln Park Zoo: Input Sessions with People Who are Blind or Have Low Vision

Lincoln Park Zoo strives to live up to our motto, “For Wildlife. For All.” We also hold to the disability justice mantra of “Nothing About Us Without Us.” This October, the zoo received a grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to collaborate with individuals who identify as disabled in the creation […]

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Lincoln Park Zoo: Input Sessions with People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Lincoln Park Zoo strives to live up to our motto, “For Wildlife. For All.” We also hold to the disability justice mantra of “Nothing About Us Without Us.” This October, the zoo received a grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to collaborate with individuals who identify as disabled in the creation […]

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Fun4theDisabled Presents Children’s Book: Intersection Allies on ChicagoLand’s TV19 (CC/ASL)

The brainchild of three women-of-color sociologists, IntersectionAllies is a smooth, gleeful entry into intersectional feminism. The nine interconnected characters proudly describe themselves and their backgrounds, involving topics that range from a physical disability to language brokering, offering an opportunity to take pride in a personal story and connect to collective struggle for justice. Intersection Allies will be playing on […]

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Fun4theDisabled Presents Children’s Book: Divorce is the Worst on ChicagoLand’s TV19 (CC/ASL)

Exceptional in its child-centered portrayal, Divorce Is the Worst is an invaluable tool for families, therapeutic profess. But right now, divorce is the worst. With honesty and humor, Anastasia Higginbotham beautifully conveys the challenge of staying whole when your entire world, and the people in it, split apart. Divorce is the Worst will be shown […]

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Fun4theDisabled Presents Children’s Book: Just Ask! on ChicagoLand’s TV19

In 'Just Ask!,' Justice Sonia Sotomayor Urges Kids To Embrace Diversity : Shots - Health News We're all different and that's good, says the U.S. Supreme Court justice. Her new children's book about embracing diversity portrays kids of all abilities working together to create a gorgeous garden Just Ask! Will be shown on ChicagoLand's TV19 at the times listed on […]

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Fun4theDisabled Presents Children’s Book: ZeZe the Copycat on ChicagoLand’s TV19

In Zeze the Copycat, you will meet a five-year-old boy Zeze who annoys his sister, Soso, by copying everything she does. Soso gets back at her annoying brother in a fun way. Through this rhyming early readers kindergarten book, the reader learns valuable life lessons about self-confidence, individuality, and being yourself. ZeZe the Copycat will be shown on ChicagoLand’s TV19 […]

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Fun4theDisabled Presents Children’s Book: Gilbert Goldfish Wants a Pet on ChicagoLand’s TV19 (ASL & CC)

Gilbert has almost everything his fishy heart could desire: a castle, a chest filled with treasure, and food that falls from the sky. But there's one BIG thing missing from his life: a pet. And so begins Gilbert's harrowing search for the perfect fishbowl companion - a search filled with loud barking, quiet buzzing, and one giant whiskered surprise! […]