Holiday Party 2024
Eastminster Presbyterian Church 5801 Hugh Howell Rd., Stone Mountain, GASanta, holiday crafts, accessible games and more!
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Holiday PJ Party + Festival of Trains
Tellus Science Museum 100 Tellus Dr, Carterville, GAThere will be door prizes randomly given out at check-in throughout the day, complimentary cookies and milk in the Banquet Rooms from 11 AM – 3 PM (while supplies last), and model train layouts with a special scavenger hunt. Meet our Blue Crew in the museum galleries to check out fun holiday-themed science activities. PLUS, hop in line to meet Santa, The Grinch, and Frosty the Snowman and take home some fun gifts!
Stop by the Museum Store for our annual members-only holiday shopping special – an additional 10% discount on top of the regular member discount!
Special thanks to North Georgia Modurail, Peachlug-Lego Trains, Georgia Garden Railway Society Piedmont Division, and North Georgia Piedmont Club.
Adults: $20
Senior: $18
Child (3-17): $16
Child (2 & under): FREE
Online “Open” Support Group for Teens (15-19)
VirtualThis open group meets on the second Saturday of the month and is for individuals (ages 15-19) who are Autistic or who suspect they are. All AANE-facilitated support groups provide information, connection, and community where participants can share similar issues and concerns and celebrate successes. Groups are designed for the teens only – parents and other family members should not attend the groups.
Free
Holiday Tea
Magnolia Cottage 2987 Main Street, Duluth, GAThank you for attending Spectrum's Holiday Tea 2024. The event will be held at the Magnolia Cottage at Payne-Corley House, 2987 Main St., Duluth, GA, on Saturday, December 14th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We greatly appreciate your support for Spectrum Autism Support Group.
Holiday Tea
Magnolia Cottage 2987 Main Street, Duluth, GAThank you for attending Spectrum's Holiday Tea 2024. The event will be held at the Magnolia Cottage at Payne-Corley House, 2987 Main St., Duluth, GA, on Saturday, December 14th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We greatly appreciate your support for Spectrum Autism Support Group
$50
Saturday Seminar IDEA & IEP
VirtualDiscover the importance of an IEP and how to ensure your child receives the personalized support they need through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). This session will empower you with knowledge to advocate effectively for your child's unique educational needs.
What You Will Learn:
• How IEPs are created to provide customized special education services.
Reserve your spot today and become a more confident advocate for your child's education!
Our Education and Support Specialists are seasoned facilitators, each bringing years of experience supporting parents at IEP meetings and helping them understand IDEA. They too are parents like you who are passionate about the success of students with disabilities.
Chess Club for Teens
Autism Hope Center 2000 Hamilton Road Ste B, Columbus, GA, United StatesNew! This is just for teens. Learn to play chess and make friends. The first one is on Saturday, December 14, at 2:30, at our office, 2000 Hamilton Road, Suite B, Columbus. Space is limited. Email autismhopecenterLLP@gmail.com to reserve a slot.
Online “Open” Support Group for Adults
VirtualThis support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this support group, members can connect with a variety of participants.
AANE support groups give members an opportunity to celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. Common topics of discussion are:
Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Disclosure
$10
Holiday PJ Party + Festival of Trains
Tellus Science Museum 100 Tellus Dr, Carterville, GAThere will be door prizes randomly given out at check-in throughout the day, complimentary cookies and milk in the Banquet Rooms from 11 AM – 3 PM (while supplies last), and model train layouts with a special scavenger hunt. Meet our Blue Crew in the museum galleries to check out fun holiday-themed science activities. PLUS, hop in line to meet Santa, The Grinch, and Frosty the Snowman and take home some fun gifts!
Stop by the Museum Store for our annual members-only holiday shopping special – an additional 10% discount on top of the regular member discount!
Special thanks to North Georgia Modurail, Peachlug-Lego Trains, Georgia Garden Railway Society Piedmont Division, and North Georgia Piedmont Club.
Adults: $20
Senior: $18
Child (3-17): $16
Child (2 & under): FREE
Online “Open” Support Group for Families of Autistic Adults
VirtualThis open group meets one Sunday a month and is for parents, family members, and friends of Autistic individuals. Guest speakers are hosted every other month.
Free
Get Into The Spirit of Christmas
Northside Christian Church 9801 Whitesville Rd, Fortson, GA, United States11 am. Children's program followed by Jesus' birthday party after worship service. See Susan Harbin
2 p.m. Children and families return to church and carpool to Brookdale for caroling. See Terri Memmo
Sensory Santa
1231 Broadway 1231 Broadway, Columbus, GAJoin us for a free photo with Santa for individuals with special needs and their families!
Going to visit Santa can be difficult or impossible for special needs children. The Sensory Santa Event offers a quiet, calm environment with minimal wait time. Slots are filling up fast; scan the QR Code for details and to reserve your time.
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