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  • Table Talk

    Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United States

    Get ready to meet and mingle with like-minded young adults on the spectrum. A great opportunity to be social, make new friends, or possibly find love as you move from table to table to get to know new people.

    $30

  • FAST Fins Kedron

    Recurring
    Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center 202 Fieldhouse Drive, Peachtree City, GA

    FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

    FAST Fins does not offer swim lessons – participants must be able to swim and be safe in the water without flotation. FAST Fins is a swim team, not swim lessons. Not only do swimmers need to be able to swim, they need to WANT to swim. We understand that playing and splashing in the water is fun, but FAST Fins is a time set aside for swimming laps and working on technique to attain better skills and confidence in the water.

  • FAST Fins Chastain

    Recurring
    Chastain Park Pool 235 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta, GA

    FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

    FAST Fins does not offer swim lessons – participants must be able to swim and be safe in the water without flotation. FAST Fins is a swim team, not swim lessons. Not only do swimmers need to be able to swim, they need to WANT to swim. We understand that playing and splashing in the water is fun, but FAST Fins is a time set aside for swimming laps and working on technique to attain better skills and confidence in the water.

  • FAST Fins Swim Atlanta Roswell

    Recurring
    Swim Atlanta Roswell 795 Old Roswell Road, Roswell, GA

    FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

    FAST Fins does not offer swim lessons – participants must be able to swim and be safe in the water without flotation. FAST Fins is a swim team, not swim lessons. Not only do swimmers need to be able to swim, they need to WANT to swim. We understand that playing and splashing in the water is fun, but FAST Fins is a time set aside for swimming laps and working on technique to attain better skills and confidence in the water.

  • Let’s Play – Cobb Lekotek Open Play Date

    Cobb Lekotek of Georgia 1925 Vaughn Rd NW #130, Kennesaw, GA, United States

    Join your Cobb Lekotek friends on September 22nd (During Cobb Schools' Fall Break), between 10am and Noon, for some fun, free playtime at our Kennesaw Lekotek location: 1925 Vaughn Rd. Ste. 130, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Even if you have not registered, feel free to stop in for some fun! Register

  • Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids

    Recurring
    Sharky's Cuts for Kids 1600 Kennesaw Due West Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA

    We are happy to help spread the word about sensory haircuts for kids in Kennesaw, GA! Every Tuesday, Sharky's Cuts for Kids make their shop accessible to children with autism and special sensory needs. If you live in the north Atlanta metro area, please contact Sharkey's for questions!

  • Enrichment for Homeschoolers

    Recurring
    Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United States

    Spectrum's Homeschool Learning and Enrichment program offers an inclusive and welcoming space for 3rd-12th grade students who are on the autism spectrum, have ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning differences. This program is designed for children with independent self-help skills who require minimal supervision with staff ratios of 1:6.

    The group will meet on Tuesdays, 11 am to 1:30 pm Social skills development with structured peer interactions, group activities, socio-emotional strategies will be offered. We will offer enrichment activities like Arts and Crafts, Music, Gardening and Nature Activities, Executive Function Skills, STEM (task management, time management), Social Skills and Peer Interaction, Life Skills (e.g., cooking, budgeting, organization), and Career Readiness (for teens and young adults). Arts, drama, music, STEM, cooking, gardening, and life skills training. Innovative learning methods will feature activities led by specialists such as drum circle leaders, theatre professionals, Master Gardeners, and yoga instructors. Opportunities to build friendships and strengthen social skills through fun and engaging activities like playing games, outdoor play, and watching movies with peers will be provided after lunch. Students will bring their own lunch.

  • 2025 Eddie Awards

    Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA

    The EDDIE Awards, launched in 2023, are the first awards in the United States dedicated to spotlighting and honoring entrepreneurs with disabilities.

    EDDIE stands for Entrepreneurs Dedicated to Diverse & Inclusive Excellence, celebrating innovative and ambitious leaders within the disability community. These awards are a powerful platform to inspire, recognize, and drive the entrepreneurial movement within the community.

  • Spectrum’s Friday Homeschool Social Club

    Recurring
    Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United States

    Spectrum's Friday Homeschool Social Club will provide a safe space for neurodiverse homeschooled individuals on the autism spectrum, with ADHD or learning differences, ages 5-18. Participants need to have independent self-help skills, and able to function with minimal supervision. They will play board games or video games, enjoy karaoke, play outdoors or watch movies with friends. The club will be supervised by professional staff that will facilitate the members to help make new friends and strengthen social skills. We will have one supervisor for this program and will ask parents to sign up to take a turn as a volunteer monitor one time and will look for 2 to 3 monitors per week per session.

  • FAST Fins Mtn. View

    Recurring
    Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GA

    FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

    FAST Fins does not offer swim lessons – participants must be able to swim and be safe in the water without flotation. FAST Fins is a swim team, not swim lessons. Not only do swimmers need to be able to swim, they need to WANT to swim. We understand that playing and splashing in the water is fun, but FAST Fins is a time set aside for swimming laps and working on technique to attain better skills and confidence in the water.

  • Extra Special Saturday Respite

    Recurring
    Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United States

    A nurse is at each location to manage G-tube feedings, seizures, and other medical care. Caregivers at each location are knowledgeable and experienced in caring for children with special needs. Ratio of caregiver to child is 1:4, but community volunteers are often on hand to help and play. It’s a wonderful time for the children to enjoy free play, music, and extra attention from FOCUS caregivers and volunteers. Oh, and the parents enjoy the break!!

    Free

  • ATLANTA AUTISM FASHION NIGHT (AAFN)

    Auturity Inc 4485 Lawrenceville Hwy Suite 207, Lilburn, GA

    Auturity will host Atlanta Autism Fashion Night (AAFN) to celebrate diversity in the community. As a prelude to Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW), AAFN proudly features autistic models as the first to grace the runway, emphasizing the importance of inclusion, acceptance, and opportunity in the fashion industry. Accompanied by friendly paparazzi and fashion enthusiasts, our models will showcase the latest creations from renowned designers. This empowering event aims to provide a sense of normalcy to Georgia families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With a "live from the red carpet" feel, AAFN will offer a curated experience, complete with a pre-show cocktail hour. PR/Media coverage of this event will raise awareness of ASD, affecting 1 in 36 Americans.

    $10