January 16, 2024

Join Us for a "Year of the Dragon" Sensory-Friendly Event!

Did you know that 2024 is the Year of the Dragon? The Year of the Dragon occurs every 12 years in the Chinese zodiac! Observed between January 21st and February 20th, this celebration involves several days of joyous customs. So, gather the family, tell your friends and join us at a Behavior Frontiers autism center near you!

Event highlights at each autism center include:
Family and sensory-friendly activities
Colorful arts and crafts
Sweet treats & healthy options
Festive photo opportunities
And so much more!

Your RSVP is requested, but not required to attend our free event. Please click the link for the events below for more information. Bring the whole family along and celebrate with us!

Behavior Frontiers 'Year of the Dragon' Events

January 22nd – Oxnard, CA

January 25th – Smyrna, GA

January 26th – Chelmsford, MA

January 27th – Chesapeake, VA

January 27th – Centennial, CO

January 28th – Plano, TX

January 29th – Coon Rapids, MN

January 30th – Edina, MN

February 3rd – Moreno Valley, CA

Don’t see an event near you? Don’t worry! We have sensory friendly events scheduled throughout the spring, with more added to the calendar all the time. Check out our Events Page to see everything we have coming up at our autism centers. Be sure to follow us on Facebook or Instagram for all the latest news and events!

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