Events
Early Steps Together
Monday, May 18, 2026
6:30–7:30 PM
Cost: No cost
Location: Online
Early Steps Together
Are you a parent of a young child (ages 0–5) who has received Birth to Three (B23) services? You’re not alone!
Join our virtual parent support group starting October 6th, designed to bring families together to share, learn, and grow through early support.
In this group, you’ll find:
✨ A safe space to connect with other parents
✨ Support navigating early intervention
✨ Resources for your child and family
✨ Encouragement from others who understand your journey
Where: Online – join from the comfort of your home
When: Mondays starting October 6th, 6:30–7:30 PM
Come share your story, connect, and take your next steps with confidence. Together, we’re stronger. ?
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Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar
Special Education Law and Advocacy
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST
Cost: This is a no cost event
Location: Online event
Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Special Education Law and Advocacy
Date: Tuesday May 19th 2026 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. EST. This webinar is on Zoom (online).
Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC (Stamford, CT).
Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/50A20A
Speakers:
Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Connecticut Special Education Law
Jane Faherty, Stamford JCC JumpStart Program Executive Director & Special Education Advocate
Allie Grafman, Special Education Advocate, ABC Advocacy LLC
A Unique Opportunity for Parents to Ask Questions of the Experts at the Table – What’s on your mind for your child’s educational journey? Topics to empower parents for the road ahead:
• Navigating and assessing your child’s progress
• Understanding your child’s basic special education rights
• Addressing parents’ input as the year comes to a close
• Annual PPT Review and IEP Meeting – Strategizing and Preparing for the year-end
• Planning ahead for the new school year – Fall 2026
• Next Steps…How to Create a Plan of Action if your child is still struggling and the school is not responding to your child’s needs
Questions? Please contact Rachel Berliner, Public Relations Assistant at [email protected]
This webinar is free and open to the public.
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Dunkin'Park Hartford, CT
Sunday, June 7, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00pm
Cost: This is a no cost event.
Location:
Join the Hearing Loss Association of America for Walk4Hearing. There will be activities for all ages, guest speakers, hearing health exhibitors and Live DJ.
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Youth Advisory Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Cost: No cost
Location: Online
Hey YOU! Yes,YOU!
- Are you a young adult age 14–26?
- Did you or do you have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 plan in school?
- Want to make a difference and have your
voice heard?
Join the Connecticut Secondary Transition
Youth Advisory Board (YAB)!
?️ Virtual Meetings:
2nd Tuesday of Every Month at 6:00pm
? A safe, welcoming space just for YOU.
What’s in it for YOU?
?️ Be heard!
? Build friendships!
? Learn new skills!
? Shape your future!
Why should you join?
✅ Learn self-advocacy &
leadership skills
✅ Make friends and connect
with others
✅ Share your ideas and experiences
✅ Have fun while making a real impact
Be part of something awesome. Your voice matters. Your story matters.
Come join the YAB — and let's grow together! ?
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Inclusive Story Time
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: This is a no cost event.
Location: 1084 Shennecossett Rd, Groton CT 06340
Join the HELLO Lab at UConn Storrs, UConn Avery Point, and the Connecticut National Estuarine Research Reserve for an inclusive story time followed by water-based crafts and activities. We will be reading the book "The Quest for the Cockle Implant", written by 9-year-old Maya Wasserman and illustrated by Lucy Rogers.
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