While we won't be gathering for our annual Holiday Party this year, AFC still has lots of holiday fun planned this December! Sign up for these fun and festive programs before registration fills up.

We'll have updates about 2022 programming coming soon!

We never want cost to be the reason someone misses out on our programs. Email our Program Manager Terri Larson at terri@autismfamiliesct.org if financial assistance is needed.

Young Adult Hangout

Friday December 3rd

5:45pm-6:45pm

600 North Mountain Rd Newington CT

$10

Only a few spots left for our Young Adult gingerbread house decorating Hangout! Get in the holiday spirit with some tunes, a cuppa cocoa, and gathering with friends. Ages 21-35.

Save Your Spot

Holiday Crafts? Check!

Holiday Singalong? Check!

Family Holiday Fun?

Double Check!!

Registration for this event is limited for social distancing.

If registration fills up, families can access the singalong portion of the event virtually on Zoom!

Winter Wonderland

Family Workshop

Thursday December 17

5:00pm-6:30pm

600 North Mountain Rd Newington CT

$25 per family

Parents and siblings are invited to participate in this Family Event!

Our friends at CT Music Therapy Services will be joining us for a fun and festive singalong! We will also have lots of holiday crafts which can be used as gifts or to decorate for the season. This program is geared towards ages 8-15, but all ages are welcome.

Come for a little bit or stay the whole time. We'd just love to see you!

Friday Night

Teen Social

Friday December 17th

5:45pm-6:45pm

600 North Mountain Rd Newington CT

It's the monthly Friday night hangout just for teens! Join us for a holiday themed Teen Night, with music from CT Music Therapy Services, holiday trivia, holiday Bingo and more, we hope you'll join us for some festive fun!

Join the Jolly Fun

If you ever have trouble signing up for one of our programs, you can email our Office Manager Alicia Bray at alicia@autismfamiliesct.org.

More Fun, From Our Partners

Fill your house with holiday cheer on December 9th! The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism is streaming their Holiday Spectacular Benefit Concert online for FREE, and you can join! The performance is a big hit every year, showcasing the musical talent of some inspiring autistic individuals.

Get your virtual tickets here!

The Flutie Foundation is a longtime supporter of AFC's Young Adult Hangout program.

Ballet Theater Company's 2021 production of The Nutcracker will be providing a streaming code to AFC families, so you can enjoy the show as a family from the comfort of home on your schedule! Streaming will run December 20 - January 2. We'll share the access code later this month!

Wolf Pack Hockey

Inclusivity Night,

Sensory Activities w/Kids

December 19th 3pm

Hockey is for everyone! This game will include softer music at low volumes. There will also be a sensory room for those who need a quiet space. Sensory activities will also be available for all of those in attendance to partake in.

Click for more info & tickets

News from AFC

Do you have some good news you'd like to share with us? We love to celebrate our autism community! Email alicia@autismfamiliesct.org!

Congratulations Denzel!

Pardon us while we brag about our uber volunteer and resident poet, Denzel, who made Dean's List on his latest report card at Goodwin University!

We are so proud of you and all your hard work! Keep up the great job.

Coming Soon: Volunteers!

AFC is excited to announce that we will start welcoming volunteers to our programming again starting in 2022! If you're interested, email our Program Manager Taylor Edinger at taylor@autismfamiliesct.org.

Email Taylor

Get Involved

Interested in getting more involved with AFC?

We're currently seeking committee chairs, committee members, as well as new Board members. If you're interested in exploring any of these roles, or if you know someone who'd be a great addition to our team, fill out this form and we'll get in touch with you asap.

Introducing AFC's New Interim Executive Director, Eileen Scully

Eileen Scully comes to AFC as our Interim Executive Director after serving in a similar capacity for the Connecticut Women's Education and Legal Fund (CWEALF). Her management and operational skills will help continue AFC's critical work as we run our in-person programs, while streamlining our back end processes to better serve our clients and funders. Eileen welcomes input and ideas from clients, parents, and partners regarding all things AFC - you can reach her at eileen@autismfamiliesct.org

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