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You’re invited to AUTISM ACCEPTANCE DAY at American Dream!
Presented by Spectrum Works, American Dream, & Citizens Bank
Date: Friday, April 25th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: American Dream, The Dream Stage - Court A, Level 1
Spectrum Works, in partnership with American Dream, will host Autism Acceptance Day – a celebration honoring neurodiverse talent, creativity, and inclusive employment.
A family-friendly day for guests of all ages to engage, learn, and be inspired. The events taking place all day include...
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Live Drawing of NYC Skyline from memory by world-renowned autistic artist Stephen Wiltshire
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Sensory-friendly activities (see more details below)
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Live LEGO Build by Andrew Berra
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Sesame Street Learn & Play Crafts Station
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Spin the Inclusion Wheel to Win Prizes!
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Stephen Wiltshire Art Exhibit (Featuring 4 of his works)
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Photo Booth
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Toys R Us Crafts & Toys Station
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Face Painting (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
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Sensory Room in the HR Recruitment Room
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Interactive activities that spotlight autism and employment
Event Activities Schedule:
11:00 AM Opening Remarks & Introduction of Stephen Wiltshire
12:00 PM –12:30 PM Sesame Street Learn & Play Character Meet & Greet #1 - Cookie Monster
1:00 PM – 1:15 PM Motivational Speaker Brad Butler II - An inspiring talk that will uplift & empower.
1:15 PM – 1:30 PM New Jersey Hall of Fame Everyday Hero Induction Ceremony
1:30PM – 2:00PM Toys R Us Zingo Game
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Toys R Us Geoffrey Meet & Greet #1
3:45 PM – 4:15 PM Sesame Street Learn & Play Character Meet & Greet #2 - Elmo
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM Toys R Us Geoffrey Meet & Greet #2
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM Stephen Wiltshire’s Live Art Contest (see more details below)
6:00 PM Stephen Wiltshire Tribute & Honoree Celebration
Thank you to all our partner companies!
Stephen Wiltshire’s Live Art Contest at Autism Acceptance Day at American Dream
When: Friday, April 25, 2025 - Starting around 5:00pm
Where: American Dream, The Dream Stage - Court A, Level 1
Do you love to draw? Spectrum Works and American Dream are hosting an art contest on Friday, April 25th at 5pm for neurodiverse individuals to celebrate Autism Acceptance Day.
On the day of the event, Stephen Wiltshire, renowned autistic British architectural artist, will be providing a drawing prompt to contestants. They will then have 20-30 minutes to complete their drawing, and then Stephen will select the winners and award them with prizes.
This is an art contest for neurodiverse individuals of all ages!
There will also be Sensory Hours at the following attractions:
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Angry Birds Mini Golf: Opening Early 10:00am to 12:00pm
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The Game Room: Opening Early 10:00am to 12:00pm
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The New Jersey Hall of Fame: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
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Build-A-Bear: 11:00am to 12:00pm
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The Dream Wheel: All Day, Normal Hours
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Tilt: All Day, Normal Hours
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Black Light Mini Golf: All Day, Normal Hours
We hope to see you there!
Art Contest application
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