Interactive “TedTalk” & Parent Lunch & Learn @ SAZ Play Cafe

Schedule

Thu Apr 30 2026 at 12:30 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Start at Zero | Kansas City, MO

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Embracing Neuro-Diversity™ | Autism Acceptance Month Community Series
About this Event

Join Us This April

This Autism Acceptance Month, Embracing Neuro-Diversity™ is hosting a series of intentional, community-centered events designed to support families, educators, and caregivers of neurodiverse children.

These experiences are rooted in our Discovery → Acceptance → Embracing framework and are designed to create space for connection, learning, and real support.

Whether you are navigating this journey personally or professionally — you belong here.



What You Can Expect
  • Interactive, engaging read-aloud experiences
  • Representation-centered children’s literature
  • Book bundle giveaways for families
  • Honest, supportive conversations for parents
  • Practical tools you can apply immediately

Open Events
April 18 | Play Café

Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Experience: Read-aloud + Book Bundle Distribution


April 19 | Fearfully & Wonderfully Made

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Experience: Interactive “TedTalk” + Parent Workshop


April 25 | Beautiful Minds Learning Hub

Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Experience: Read-aloud + Book Bundle + Parent Workshop


April 30 | Play Café

Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Experience: Parent Workshop + Lunch & Learn



Who This Is For
  • Parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children
  • Educators and school-based professionals
  • Community members seeking to better support children

Our Approach

Discovery → Acceptance → Embracing

We’re not here to fix children.
We’re here to support adults in showing up with more clarity, confidence, and compassion.


Stay Connected

Follow along for future events, resources, and support:
For more information:

[email protected] | @embracingneuro_diversity

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Where is it happening?

Start at Zero, 5546 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

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