• FOCUS + Lekotek Holiday Party

    Eastminster Presbyterian Church 5801 Hugh Howell Rd., Stone Mountain, GA

    Eligibility:

    FOCUS Kid must be 29 and under at event date.
    Have a physical and/or developmental disabilities, including rare genetic syndromes, cerebral palsy, autism, and Down syndrome.

    What to expect:

    There are always plenty of fun holiday activities including games, crafts, music, and more!
    Admission to the holiday party is free.
    Pre-packaged snacks and drinks will be available. No potluck to reduce spread of COVID-19.
    Registration opens November 1st in the Family Portal.
    Registration required so Santa packs his sleigh with enough gifts for every child!

  • FOCUS + Lekotek Holiday Party

    Eastminster Presbyterian Church 5801 Hugh Howell Rd., Stone Mountain, GA

    Eligibility:

    FOCUS Kid must be 29 and under at event date.
    Have a physical and/or developmental disabilities, including rare genetic syndromes, cerebral palsy, autism, and Down syndrome.

    What to expect:

    There are always plenty of fun holiday activities including games, crafts, music, and more!
    Admission to the holiday party is free.
    Pre-packaged snacks and drinks will be available. No potluck to reduce spread of COVID-19.
    Registration opens November 1st in the Family Portal.
    Registration required so Santa packs his sleigh with enough gifts for every child!

  • Holiday Party 2024

    Eastminster Presbyterian Church 5801 Hugh Howell Rd., Stone Mountain, GA

    Santa, holiday crafts, accessible games and more!

  • Holiday PJ Party + Festival of Trains

    Recurring
    Tellus Science Museum 100 Tellus Dr, Carterville, GA

    There 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)

    Virtual

    This 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, GA

    Thank 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, GA

    Thank 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

    Virtual

    Discover 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 States

    New! 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

    Virtual

    This 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

    Recurring
    Tellus Science Museum 100 Tellus Dr, Carterville, GA

    There 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