Autism Connections News: October 16-22

Autism Connections News

October 16-22 | Issue 133

In-Person

Programs this Week

Adult Support Group

Sunday, October 22

6:30-8 p.m.

at Linden Grove School

A support group for adults with autism to share successes and concerns, to give and receive support, and to be a part of a community that understands.

Online

Programs this Week

Adult Game Night

Friday, October 20

7:30-9 p.m. ET

An online social program for adults with autism to talk, play a variety of games, and

have fun and lots of laughs!

Get Involved!

If you want to make a difference in the lives of individuals with autism and their families, we would love for you to volunteer with us! Sign up for our Volunteer Email List to stay in the loop about opportunities by clicking the above link.

Join this Sunday’s In-Person Adult Support Group

Our In-Person Adult Support Group is meeting this Sunday, October 22 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Linden Grove School (4122 Myrtle Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45236) in the one-story modular middle school building. This group is open to adults with autism who are looking for a safe space to talk about their lives, share their thoughts and feelings, and to support one another. Learn more at the linked site below.

About Adult Support Group

View Our Events Calendar

Our online Events Calendar has all the updated details about upcoming Autism Connections programs and events happening in the Southwest Ohio autism community! Especially as we gear up to Halloween and our winter holidays, there’s a lot happening! Check it out at the linked site below.

Events Calendar

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Sensory Friendly Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, October 28

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Rockdale Academy (335 Rockdale Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229). Kids and their families are invited to interact with a variety of trucks and vehicles, as well as with community leaders like police officers, fire fighters, and more! Costumes welcome but optional., and no registration is required. Enjoy fall treats and candy, balloon animals, and door prizes too! We already have a DJ Booth, a van from the Cincinnati Zoo, and a Tow Truck lined up!

With questions, reach out to the DDBP at CCHMC at DDBPFamilySupport@cchmc.org. Click the flyer to the left to learn more!

Vendors are welcome! If you are a community partner who wants to pass out candy/treats, provide family resources, and bring unique vehicles for display, click the button below!

Vendors: Sign-Up Here

COMMUNITY CORNER

Sensory-Friendly Performance of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream on November 15

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is excited to offer a Sensory Friendly Performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Wednesday, November 15 at 6 p.m. This special performance is uniquely adapted for individuals with autism and/or those with developmental and/or sensory differences to enjoy with their families.

Love is magic and mayhem. Two young lovers flee to the forest, hoping to find solace from the laws of the city, but feuding fairies have other ideas, throwing love triangles, potions, a troupe of bumbling thespians, and a donkey head into the mix. With a midwinter twist, A Midsummer Night’s Dream brings whimsical warmth and adventures to this classically summer tale perfect for the whole family.

The performance is modified and front-of-house staff and volunteers are trained to facilitate a safe, judgement-free environment. Only a limited number of tickets will be sold. Resources including a Social Narrative with photos outlining your visit, a Guide to Attending the Show, and a Guide to the Performance with character and show information will be available for download. Buy tickets below before October 31! Click the flyer for more details!

Buy Tickets Here

Halloween Dance Party! October 28 in Fairfield

The Therapeutic Recreation for the Disabled Inc. is hosting their annual Halloween Dance Party at the Fairfield Optimist Club! Join them on Saturday, October 28 from 7-9 p.m. at 194 Joe Nuxhall Way, Fairfield, OH 45014 for an evening of fun and dancing! Space is limited so RSVP now by emailing Lynn Goodwin at mgoodwin@butlerdd.org. Learn more at the linked site below.

Dance Party Info

DISCLAIMER: Autism Connections provides this information to the community as a resource. For more information on the above resource or training, please reach out directly to the contact listed. Inclusion of any professional or organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval.

Autism Connections

www.autismcincy.org

513-561-2300

connect@autismcincy.org