Aaron Likens, an accomplished public speaker, author and avid blogger, was
diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at age 20 and now works as the Easter Seals Midwest Autism Ambassador. He speaks frequently to parents and others to advocate early intervention services and to help others understand autism and the autistic mind.
Likens, the author of the book Finding Kansas: Living and Decoding Asperger's Syndrome, works to help others understand how having autism feels, the unique issues and challenges people with autism face, and how to interact effectively with people with autism. He is also the recipient of the prestigious Mental Health Champion Award from the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
His inspirational presentation is open to all ages.
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at St. John Church in Ellisville in the Cornerstone Building.
Free and open to all. RSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to 314-567-7705.
More information: eastersealsmidwest.org
Suson Farm Fridays are the perfect way to experience all the fun at Suson Park! Farm Fridays include hayrides, fishing, farm games, candle making, barn tours, horse petting, Kona ice, balloon creations and more.
Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, meet the wonderful bird ambassadors of the World Bird Sanctuary up close and much more.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.
Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.
Bring your little ones to the Chesterfield Aquatic Center for Tot Time. Kids ages 0-5 can splash and play in the leisure pool with their peers. Older children ages 6-11 are welcome when they are accompanied by an adult and younger children. Open to residents and non-residents. Reservations are not needed.