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Autism On the Go's
Quirk Alert - Vol XII
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Quirk Alert: Patriotism and Purpose
As we enter July and many in our community prepare to celebrate American Independence Day, we at AOG want to take a moment to reflect on what it truly means to love and defend your country. A vigorous defense of our nation includes both celebrating what it gets right and speaking up about what needs to change.
We ask all AOG members who observe the July 4th holiday to remember: a country that doesn’t do everything it can to support each and every person—in their own way, on their own terms—is a country that can, and must, do better. True patriotism means standing up, speaking up, and pushing for justice whenever we see our nation falling short. We can honor what is good without turning a blind eye to what is not.
This is why AOG is proud to announce our Spanish Language Outreach Initiative—a big step toward making our programming more inclusive for Spanish-speaking community members. With bilingual materials and Spanish-speaking volunteers, we’re working to build the kind of welcoming, supportive space that reflects the values our country should stand for.
At AOG, we stand with everyone—no matter their skills, abilities, or identities—and we believe this is the model our country should follow.
👉 Consider supporting AOG and this vision of inclusion:
💙 AOG is here for you—we hope you’ll be here for us too.
— James Orman, Founder & Executive Director, AOG
| | Sign up HERE to get future Quirk Alerts sent directly to your inbox. | | 🎯 No Lone Wolves – A Space for Autistic Men to Connect 🤝 | |
Many Autistic men feel the pressure to go it alone — to stay silent, handle life’s challenges solo, and mask what they’re really feeling. No Lone Wolves is here to change that.
Our group offers a welcoming space where you can share openly, connect with others who get it, and leave isolation behind. Whether you want to talk about life, challenges, wins, or just listen — you’re not alone here.
👉 Sign up to join us: No Lone Wolves Sign-Up
🐺 Come as you are. Leave the Lone Wolf behind.
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🎲 AOG Game Night – Laugh, Game, Connect! 🎉
We’re excited to launch AOG Game Night with Ravensfan1990, a new monthly event packed with fun, connection, and a bit of friendly chaos!
👾 Hosted by Twitch streamer ravensfan1990, we’ll play Jackbox party games on the first Saturday of every month at 8 PM. No experience needed — just bring your sense of humor!
📺 Watch + Play: twitch.tv/ravensfan1990
📝 Sign up here: AOG Game Night Sign-Up
This is your chance to unwind, connect with fellow AOG community members, and enjoy a night of laughs — all from home!
💬 First Saturday. 8 PM. Be there.
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AOG Meets/Events
Thursday - 3rd - 9pm
Autistic Adult Group - Register Here
Friday - 5th - 8pm
*NEW* Virtual Game Night - Register Here
Sunday - 6th - 1pm
SereniTea Autistic Women's Group (Virtual) - Register Here
Wednesday - 9th - 7pm
Howard County Meetup - Register Here
Thursday - 10th - 7pm
Bad Anon - Register Here
Thursday - 12th - 9pm
Autistic Adult Group - Register Here
Monday - 14th - 7pm
Queer Support Group - Register Here
Tuesday - 15th - 8pm
No Lone Wolves Men's Group - Register Here
Thursday - 17th - 9pm
Autistic Adult Group - Register Here
Saturday - 19th - 11am
Annual Picnic Potluck - Register Here
Sunday - 20th - 12:30pm
Bad Anon Superman Viewing - Register Here
Sunday - 20th - 1pm
SereniTea Autistic Women's Group (In person) - Register Here
Monday - 21st - 7pm
BIPOC Support Group - Register Here
Wednesday - 23rd - 7pm
Drawn Together Creative Club - Register Here
Thursday - 24th - 7pm
Bad Anon - Register Here
Thursday - 24th - 9pm
Autistic Adult Group - Register Here
Friday - 25th - 7pm
Writer's Fish Guild - Register Here
Thursday - 26th - 3:30pm
Craft Swap - Register Here
Monday - 28th - 6pm
*NEW* Members Only! - Register Here
*CANCELLED* - Vacation
Hear From Each Other - Register Here
Thursday - 31st - 9pm
Autistic Adult Group - Register Here
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🎉 NEW: AOG Quarterly Members’ Meetings — Starts July!
We’re excited to launch a new benefit just for our paid AOG members — Quarterly Members’ Meetings!
🌟 What is it?
Every three months, we’ll open up our board meeting so you can hear what’s coming up, share your ideas, and speak directly with AOG leadership.
📅 First meeting: July 28 at 6 PM (virtual — link coming soon to paid members!)
💼 Who can attend? AOG Board Members, AOG Staff, and paid AOG members only.
👉 Not a member yet? Join today and be part of the conversation!
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🗣️ NEW: AOG Community Townhalls — Starts August!
Let’s talk, plan, and dream together! Starting this August, AOG will host bi-monthly townhalls open to all community members, businesses, and supporters.
📅 When?
Every even month, on the 4th Sunday, from 4–6 PM (virtual).
🌟 What to expect?
- Community updates
- Space to raise concerns and ideas
- Special topics focused on autism, neurodivergence, disability rights, and more
🟢 All are welcome — no membership required.
Mark your calendar for our first Townhall: August 24, 4 PM–6 PM!
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Be Part of the First AOG Zine! | We’re excited to announce AOG Zine — a seasonal publication created by and for our Autism On the Go community! | | |
The first issue drops this fall (around August), and we want YOU to be part of it.
💌 Send us your stories, shoutouts, and creations!
This is your chance to celebrate and connect. We’re looking for:
🎉 Birthday or anniversary messages
🎓 Graduations, weddings, or other milestones
🖌 Featured crafts, products, or services
📅 Community event highlights
💖 Memorials or tributes
✨ Or anything that showcases our vibrant community!
📧 Submit to Winter at: winter@autismonthego.org
Let’s build this together — your voice makes the zine!
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Autism On the Go - Supporting the Autistic and neurodivergent community through services and meetups, by us and for us. | Find out what it looks like to join a community made by us, not just for us Access resources and networks just for us. We want to change things for our community and we want to hear from you about how. Neurosensitive programs designed to cultivate leadership skills in a safe environment. | | | |
Is There an Autism Epidemic? | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health | Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades-but why? An autism researcher explains what's behind the increase. | | | |
Autistic Leaders Program
🌟Calling All Autistic Leaders and Supporters🌟
Join the Autistic Leaders Program!
Autism On The Go is proud to announce the Autistic Leaders Program, designed by and for Autistic people. This is more than just a program—it's a movement to empower Autistic adults to step into leadership roles, strengthen our community, and create meaningful change.
We know that Autistics thrive when systems are designed to fit us, not the other way around. That's why this program is built on neurosensitive, non-punitive, and inclusive principles.
Program Highlights:
✅ Skill-building & personal growth
✅ Leadership opportunities across AOG’s programs
✅ Mentorship & peer support
✅ Space to design and lead your own community projects
✅ Continuous feedback and participant-driven evolution
Whether you want to step into leadership, share your lived experience, or help shape a more inclusive future for our community — we want you involved!
🌱 Why?
Autistics are too often left out of leadership and growth opportunities. We're changing that—together.
💌 Get Involved:
If you're interested in becoming a leader, mentor, or supporter, reach out to us at: 📧 james@autismonthego.org
Let’s build the future we deserve. Learn more HERE
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Your Job, Your Way
Build-Your-Own-Role Program
Autism On The Go is proud to offer Your Job, Your Way, designed by and for neurodivergent people who are ready to create their own path to meaningful, paid work.
This isn’t just a program — it’s a chance to show the world what’s possible when we stop forcing people to fit roles that weren’t made for us.
We know neurodivergent people thrive when we can design jobs that fit our strengths. That’s why this program is built on flexibility, creativity, and fairness.
Program Highlights
✅ Build your own role from the ground up
✅ Set clear, achievable goals with AOG’s support
✅ Gain tools, branding, and mentorship as you go
✅ Earn a paid contract when you meet your goal
✅ No resumes, no gatekeeping, no unpaid work without end
Whether you want to launch a fundraiser, create new programming, or bring in sponsors — this is your chance to make an impact and get paid for it.
💌 Get Involved:
If you're ready to build Your Job, Your Way, reach out to us at:
📧 info@autismonthego.org
Let’s work together to create opportunities that fit you.
Learn more HERE
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