Spectrum Events
Spectrum Events: Connecting, Educating, and Celebrating Diversity
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To find in-person events in your area, first use the map below to find out which region you are in. Click on the drop-down menu for your region and click on “Find Events.” The calendar will show which events are near you!
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Is there an autism-related event happening in your area? Please add it to our calendar to get the word out! You can also send us events that you would like to add to the calendar using our “Contact Us” page.
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M & J Tocooa 120 Effingham Street, Toccoa, GA -
LIFE’s Social Club – Hybrid!
LIFE Living Independence for Everyone (Savannah) 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GALooking for a fun way to relax, and connect with others who get it?
Join us for LIFE’s Social Club - a monthly hangout for people with disabilities to laugh, share, socialize, and take a break from everyday stress.
There’s no pressure - just good vibes, great company, and plenty of fun.
Enjoy simple refreshments!
Enter to win a $10 gift card door prize - just for showing up!
When: Last Wednesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Join in person at LIFE, Inc. – 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah
Or hop on Zoom - call 912-920-2414 for login.
Open to people with disabilities in LIFE’s service counties:
Appling · Bacon · Brantley · Bryan · Bulloch · Camden · Candler · Charlton · Chatham · Effingham · Evans · Glynn · Liberty · Long · McIntosh · Pierce · Tattnall · Toombs · Ware · Wayne -
Open Art Night in Jesup
LIFE Inc.'s Jesup Office 161 N. Macon Street, Suite B, Jesup, GARachel at LIFE Jesup invites you join us for our next Open Art Night!
If you've been looking for a relaxed, welcoming space to be creative, we'd love to have you join us.
Bring a project you're already working on - painting, drawing, knitting, crochet, writing, journaling, scrapbooking, or any other creative hobby - and spend a couple of hours creating alongside others. Bring a snack if you'd like!
Whether you enjoy quiet creativity, chatting, or simply taking time to unwind, Open Art Night is a judgment-free space where everyone is welcome.
No lessons. No pressure. No experience required.
Just come as you are, create at your own pace, and enjoy good company.
Every fourth Wednesday from 5:00PM until 7:00 PM
LIFE Inc.'s Jesup Office - 161 N. Macon Street, Suite B (Side Entrance)
Questions? Contact Rachel at 5 85-233-986 4
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Social/Game Night for Adults
Come to socialize, and play games! This event is available to anyone and is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and welcome many new AANE members!
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Mocha Matters
Join our Virtual Support Group for Families of Color, a welcoming space created to connect, support, and empower families with loved ones on the autism spectrum. This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, build community, and access valuable resources in an inclusive and understanding environment.
Hosted by Spectrum Autism Support Group, these virtual parent meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers who offer insight and expertise on a wide range of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder.
While this group is designed to uplift and reach families of color, all families are welcome to join the conversation, learn, and grow together.
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Mocha Matters
Join our Virtual Support Group for Families of Color, a welcoming space created to connect, support, and empower families with loved ones on the autism spectrum. This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, build community, and access valuable resources in an inclusive and understanding environment.
Hosted by Spectrum Autism Support Group, these virtual parent meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers who offer insight and expertise on a wide range of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder.
While this group is designed to uplift and reach families of color, all families are welcome to join the conversation, learn, and grow together.
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Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Autistic Individuals
Join other parents of Autistic children of any age to share experiences, support one another, and build your toolbox to parent more confidently. We will be having a good conversation over Zoom. This group is facilitated by Bruce Sabian, who facilitated AANE’s Support Group for Fathers.
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Making Work Actually Work: Tools to Support Positive Employment Outcomes
In support of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), TransCen is offering a free webinar that introduces proven strategies and actionable tools for supporting individuals with disabilities as they pursue employment. Whether you’re helping someone take their first steps toward employment or looking for ways to strengthen your practice, you’ll leave this webinar feeling more prepared and motivated.
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Abilities Without Limits Conference and Expo
Dalton Convention Center 2211 Tony Ingle Parkway, Dalton, GAFormerly known as the North Georgia Autism Conference, this event has evolved in response to the voices of our community. Families, caregivers, educators, and providers expressed the need for a conference that supports and celebrates individuals of all abilities and developmental differences.
While continuing to serve and support the autism community, the Abilities Without Limits Conference expands its reach to include children and adults with developmental differences and delays across the lifespan.
Together, we are creating a more inclusive space for learning, connection, resources, and empowerment for every individual and every family.
$65 -
Boo Bash – Halloween Dance
Rivercliff Lutheran Church 8750 Roswell Road, Building B, Sandy Springs, GA$20 -
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Autism Parent Coffee Tuesday
Autism Hope Center 2000 Hamilton Road Ste B, Columbus, GA, United StatesMeet with other parents for resources and support! First and third Tuesday of every month.
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Women on the Spectrum Social Support Group
Spectrum has partnered with Emory School of Nursing in starting a Women Only Group for women ages 18 and up with HFA/Asperger's, focusing on sharing challenges and successes of transition, supporting one another, and building friendships for success. This group meets twice monthly via Zoom, first and 3rd Fridays. Contact Dr. Susan Brasher to be added to the email notification list and for an invitation to join the private FaceBook page (Emory PCORI Young Women on the Autism Spectrum Group) susan.n.brasher@emory.edu
RSVP for the Women Only monthly virtual meeting. Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 5-6 pm.
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