• Autistic Adults Social Groups

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

    This group focuses on adults that are looking for a positive and safe environment to foster social development. The group meets twice a month (once at the Spectrum meetings and one social outing a month) with 1-2 adult leaders who are trained in helping people on the Autism Spectrum. Adults who have HFA/Asperger’s Syndrome and are reaching out for help and/or seeking friendships with people with similar issues and interests are welcome! For more information about this group, please contact info@spectrumautism.org.

    Members of this group need to be out of high school in order to join the group. Our current members are generally high school graduates, attend college, or are working. Those attending the outings must be able to do so with minimal supervision (1 to 10).

  • Parent Support Group

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

    Spectrum hosts monthly parent meetings the first and second Thursday of each month featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge and expertise regarding a variety of topics related to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. First Thursday of the month meetings are offered Sept-May for parents of school age children. Breakout sessions are also offered for Dads, parents of preschoolers, and in Spanish only.

    Social Skills programs are offered at the same time for children ages 5-22. Childcare is offered for those under 5. Second Thursday of the month meetings are for parents of adults out of high school and for adults on the spectrum.

  • 31st Annual Golf Challenge

    Stonebridge Golf Club 585 Stonebridge Drive, Rome, GA

    The 31st Annual Golf Tournament of this Network, renowned among local golfers as the finest, offers breakfast, lunch, drinks all-day, balls, and tees. Every participant receives door prizes. Awards will be given for First Place, Closest to the Pin, and Long Shot winners.

    $125 – $450
  • Support Group for Adults Over 50

    Come join other adults age 50+ with autism or similar Neurodiverse profiles in an atmosphere of support and understanding. The group meets on the second Friday of every month.

    $10
  • ESPlay Athens (0-4)

    Recurring
    ESP Athens 189 VFW Drive, Watkinsville, GA

    For Parents/caregivers and their children aged 0-3 years. ESPlay is our way of connecting young families to the mission of ESP by offering enrichment opportunities for parents and their children through music programming and more!

  • Workshop – Autistic Sex, Sexuality, and Relationships

    Join us for an insightful, Autistic-led workshop celebrating the vibrant and dynamic sexual lives of Autistic individuals. Explore the rich tapestry of intimacy, sexuality, and relationships within the Autistic community. Learn about the presence and impact of Autistic LGTBQ+ identities, and the increasingly visible Autistic representation in Ethically Non-Monogamous and Polyamorous communities. Whether you’re Autistic, a caregiver, or a professional, this gathering offers unique insights into human sexuality from an inclusive and affirming perspective.

    $25
  • Sensory & Harvest Gardens Tour

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

    Come celebrate with us—because this garden is more than just plants. It’s a symbol of what we can cultivate through compassion, collaboration, and community.

    Enjoy a relaxing stroll through our Sensory and Harvest Gardens, thoughtfully designed to engage the senses, spark curiosity, and create meaningful connections. From vibrant colors and textures to peaceful spaces for reflection, every element of the garden was created with inclusion and growth in mind.

    These gardens are the result of dedicated volunteers, generous supporters, and a shared vision of building something beautiful together. As you explore, you’ll experience not only the beauty of nature, but the power of community.

    Light refreshments will be served as you connect, unwind, and celebrate all that has been grown—together.

  • Parents of Special Needs

    Fellowship Bible Baptist Church 450 Dunbar Rd., Warner Robins, GA

    We are working with Kim Johnson of Exceedingly Me Technical Training and Job Readiness, Inc. to create a workshop for the dads and boys in the special needs community. This event will focus on some sensory friendly actitives that are stem related and hands-on because many of our boys and young men need those types of provisions to learn new activites. This event will also have a focus on teaching these boys and young men to put on a tie and learning some positive affirmations that will help build positive self esteem. All of these skills are needed as these boys and young men enter into the adult world and our community. This event is also for the dads and men in our community that are trying to parent a son or mentor a boy or young man with special needs. This event will allow them to focus on the able and not the label in order to build necessary skills as a boy or young man in this world.

    $15
  • Touch a Truck

    East Washington Street, Summerville GA East Washington Street, Summerville, GA

    A sensory friendly event specifically for the special needs community. Featuring police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, bucket trucks, tow trucks, tractors, and more in a reduced noise environment that encourages hands on exploration. Fun for all ages! Plus, you can get free Kona Ice!

    Free
  • Sip, Share, & Socialize

    This event is designed for high-functioning autistic young adults and offers a welcoming online space to connect, socialize, and build friendships.

    Thank you for supporting the autism community and helping us spread the word.

    Free
  • Support Group for Adults

    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
  • Saturday Social Club

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

    Spectrum Saturday Social Club will provide a safe space for adults who are on the autism spectrum. Participants who are out of high school and are 18 years or older, have independent self help skills, and are able to function with little supervision. The group will meet on Saturdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm where they will play games, enjoy karaoke, 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.

    This will be like a gym membership where you pay $200 for 10 week session to participate one Saturday or all Saturdays in a quarter. You must register but then can attend as often or as little as you want. Registration is now open!

    $200