Creating active lives on the spectrum

Friendsgiving fun at our last young adult hangout this past Friday evening! 🍂✨ Good food, great company, and lasting memories.

✨A very happy birthday to a true champion for AFC—a mother, grandmother, dear friend, AFC Co-founder, and Board Secretary, Leah Moon! ✨ We are so thankful for your kindness, generosity, and all that you do. Wishing you a wonderful birthday. Cheers to you, Leah! 🥳

Join us for Teen Night on Friday, November 15th, designed for ages 13-18! This month's theme is 'Fall in Love With Art,' featuring a guided paint night and other autumn-themed creative activities. It’s a great opportunity to connect with friends and enjoy each other’s company as we embrace the giving season. We can’t wait to see you there! Register today - Link in bio.

Get ready to move! ⚽🏀🎾 Our next 4-week series of Leisure Explorers is all about sports, fun, and action! Perfect for ages 12-18, this program will have you trying new activities and staying active. Don’t miss out next month! Spots are limited - register today!

Join us for Playing on the Spectrum in November! We’re excited to offer fun, inclusive sessions designed for kids on the autism spectrum. This weekly Sunday group provides a great opportunity for play and connection! Spots are limited - Register today!

🍂✨ Join us for our Young Adult Friendsgiving on Friday, November 1st! Participants are encouraged to bring a side dish to share! Let's gather, eat, and enjoy each other's company this giving season 🥳🦃

🎉 Happy Birthday to our dear friend, @waynecariniofficial 🎉 Wayne, we are so grateful for all the incredible memories we’ve shared over the years. From raising funds together at Lime Rock, to your inspiring talks with the Connecticut Valley Region Porsche Club of America, and of course, showcasing the iconic Rainman car at so many AFC events – your dedication means the world to us. We especially treasure the moments you’ve spent with participants like Jack, making every occasion brighter with your presence. You are truly special to all of us at AFC. We hope you have an amazing birthday filled with joy and celebration! 🎂 And a very Happy Birthday to your wonderful wife, Laurie, tomorrow! Sending both of you all our love and best wishes! 🎉💙

Friday night was a blast at Amore to Paint in New Britain! 🎨 Our Young Adult Hangout crew got creative with fall-themed paintings, enjoyed some delicious pizza, and shared plenty of laughs. 🍂✨ There’s nothing better than good vibes and great company! We can’t wait for the next one! Young Adult Hangout is supported by a generous grant from the @flutiefdn — Thank You!

Join us for a spooktacular Teen Night on Friday, October 18th! Enjoy pizza with friends and craft your very own haunted cookie house to take home. Secure your spot today for a night of frightful fun!

It's that time of year - Playing on the Spectrum and Leisure Explorers are BACK in October! 🤸🏽‍♀️ For kids aged 3-8, we will be offering fall fun with friends, including movement games, scavenger hunts, parachute play, obstacle courses, and more! Our 9-18 year olds will explore cooking and baking with Ray! 🧑🏻‍🍳 Will we see you next month? Register now to secure your spot. Visit autismfamiliesct.org!

Join us at Amore to Paint in New Britain for a Young Adult Hangout Paint Night on Friday, October 4th! Pizza and drinks will be served at this creative evening for our 19-35 year old participants. Spots are limited — register today! 🎨 Young Adult Hangout is supported by a generous grant from the Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism.

Splash into September at our last session of Family Fun Swimming in partnership with Hospital for Special Care on Friday, September 27th from 6:00-7:00PM. 🏊🏼‍♀️ This program provides the chance to engage in water-based activities and connect with other families with kids on the autism spectrum. It is open to individuals with autism and their siblings. Registration is required and spaces are limited!

Stop by for an open house at AFC on September 22nd from 1-3PM to see our facility, meet our staff, and hangout with other participant families! We hope you can make it with the whole family! ✨️ This is a free family event, but we ask that you register ahead of time so that we know how many attendees to expect. Link in bio.

Join us on Friday, September 20th for an evening of video games, LEGO, and pizza at our next Teen Night! Secure your spot to be part of the fun!

Looking back at an active Teen Night with life-size games and friends! 🎳

Join us on Friday, September 6th for a night of puzzles, LEGO, and other tabletop activities at our next Young Adult Hangout! Complete with a taco bar for participants, this is a night you won't want to miss. Spots are limited -- register today! Link in bio.

We are excited to continue our Family Fun Swimming program in partnership with Hospital for Special Care, next offered on Friday, August 30th from 6:00-7:00PM. 🏊🏼‍♀️ This program provides the chance to engage in water-based activities and connect with other families with kids on the autism spectrum. It is open to individuals with autism and their siblings. The next session will take place on Friday, August 30th from 6-7 PM. Registration is required and spaces are limited!

Some more friendly and familiar faces at the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament last month 😀🏌🏽‍♂️

Get your popcorn ready for the next Teen Night on Friday, August 16th! Participants will get to choose between 3 movie options: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, or Inside Out! Pizza, popcorn, and drinks will be served for this laid-back evening at Prism Academy. Register today!

Taking a look back at the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament last month! It was a fantastic day at The Hartford Golf Club ⛳️

Fun times at the AFC Birthday Family Cookout this past Sunday! The heat couldn’t stop us from celebrating with this amazing community. 🤩

Join us on Friday, August 2nd for pizza and a nature walk along the Farmington Canal Greenway for our next Young Adult Hangout! The group will meet for pizza at Kinsmen Brewing in Milldale and walk part of the Farmington Canal Trail, returning to Kinsmen Brewing around 7:15pm. Looking forward to a night of food, friends and fresh air! Registration is now open.⁠ ⁠ Young Adult Hangout is supported by a generous grant from the Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism.

It's time for some fun in the ☀️ at AFC's annual BEACH DAY 🏖️⁠ ⁠ Join us at Camp Harkness in Waterford, CT on Sunday, August 4th for a day of sun, swimming, lawn games, & BBQ! Registration is $25 per family. Don't miss out on the fun! 🍉

We are excited to announce our Family Fun Swimming program in partnership with the Hospital for Special Care, offered in July, August, and September! 🏊🏻‍♀️ This program provides the chance to engage in water-based activities and connect with other families with kids on the autism spectrum. It is open to individuals with autism and their siblings. The first session will take place on Friday, July 26th from 6-7 PM. Registration is required and spaces are limited! Link in bio.

Get ready for the next Teen Night! It will be an open rec night for our friends aged 13 to 19. We'll have games, music, pizza, and more to look forward to on Friday, July 19th at Prism Academy. Registration is now open! Link in bio.

What a wonderful day at the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament yesterday at the Hartford Golf Club! ⛳️ Our volunteers worked tirelessly all day and the evening kicked off with a dinner banquet featuring our great friends @bobmaxon from @nbcconnecticut and emcee, @reneedinino! A HUGE thank you to all of our sponsors and volunteers in making this event possible. AFC has continued to run year after year because of the hard work and generosity of those who care about our participants, families and autism community. 💙 Until next year!

Our teens and young adults blasted off into the galaxy at prom this past Friday! They enjoyed dancing, food, and fun times with friends. Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers for helping to make this event a night to remember. 📸 by @htaylorcaspar

The 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament is just 3️⃣ days away! To support our programs and events, you can bid on one of our awesome auction items including this 3 Night Getaway for 2 in New Orleans! 💜 To place your bids or purchase tickets for the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf tournament, visit birdease.com/golf4afc!

We are happy to announce that our next Young Adult Hangout will be an Art Extravaganza at Hospital for Special Care in New Britain! 🎨 The fun will be happening on Friday, July 12th from 5:45-7:30pm. Participants are invited to participate in 3 different art project stations. Pasta & drinks will be served. Spots are limited — register today! 🔗

**We are less than 2️⃣ weeks away from the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament!** We’re excited to continue recognizing our amazing sponsors and the many items available for auction! A Special Thanks to The Hartford Golf Club for donating a golf foursome! ⛳️🏌🏽‍♂️ To place your bids or purchase tickets for the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf tournament, visit birdease.com/golf4afc!

You’re invited 🥳 to AFC’s Birthday Cookout on Sunday, July 14th! The fun will be happening at Prism Academy in Berlin from 12-2:30pm. Join us for BBQ, playground fun, tie dye, and chalk-painting with the whole family! 🍔🌭 Register today!

**We are officially 2️⃣ weeks away from the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament!** We’re excited to continue recognizing our amazing sponsors and the many items available for auction! **A Special Thanks to @ellingtonridgecountryclubct** We are so appreciative of Ellington Ridge Country Club for donating a golf foursome valued at $500! ⛳️🏌🏿‍♂️ To place your bids or purchase tickets for the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf tournament, visit birdease.com/golf4afc!

**We are in the homestretch leading up to the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament!** We are so happy to recognize our awesome sponsors and continue sharing the amazing items available for auction! **A Special Thanks to @simsbury_farms_golf ** We are so appreciative of Simsbury Farms Golf Course for donating a golf foursome and $50 to 19th Hole/Cracker Barrel Pub in Tariffville valued at $215! 🏌🏽🍻 To place your bids or purchase tickets for the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf tournament, visit birdease.com/golf4afc!

May was filled with two fantastic outings! Our young adults enjoyed delicious bites at the diner and the teens had a great paint night at @ctartstudio in Berlin. Check out these talented artists! 🎨🖼️

**June is here and that means it’s almost golf tournament time!** We are so excited to continue recognizing our generous sponsors and share the fantastic items available for auction! **A Special Thanks to Tumble Brook Country Club** We are so appreciative of Tumble Brook Country Club for donating a golf foursome valued at $500! ⛳️ To place your bids or purchase tickets for the 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf tournament, visit birdease.com/golf4afc!

**It’s official! The 4th Annual AFC Charity Golf Tournament is Just One Month Away!** We are thrilled to recognize our generous sponsors and share the fantastic items available for auction! **A Special Thanks to Mandell JCC Swim and Tennis Club** We are incredibly grateful to the Mandell JCC Swim and Tennis Club for donating a 2024 Season Membership. Imagine spending your weekends enjoying fun in the sun this year! 🎾☀️🏊🏼‍♀️ To place your bids or purchase tickets for the golf tournament, visit birdease.com/golf4afc!

Don't miss your chance to secure your seat for "The Garfield Movie" at AMC Plainville for our next Young Adult Hangout in June!📽️ AFC will have its own private theater for our 19-35 year-old friends, with the show starting at 6:00 PM. Participants can arrive starting at 5:30 PM. Your $20 registration includes a small popcorn and small drink! 🍿🥤 Registration link in bio.

Join AFC Under the Stars for a fun-filled night exploring the galaxy at Teen & Young Adult Prom! Enjoy pizza and feel free to dress up to your liking. It’s all happening on Friday, June 21st at Prism Academy. Register today! Link in bio.

Come celebrate our very own, Denzel, on his upcoming graduation from Goodwin College! 🎓The fun will be happening at GastroPark in West Hartford on Tuesday, May 28th from 5-8pm. GastroPark offers a variety of food truck options and a great selection of cocktails, craft beers, and wine. 🌮🍹 We hope you'll swing by and raise a toast to Denzel's academic success as he earns his degree in Human Services! Kindly RSVP using the link in bio! 🔗 https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events#/events/5506

Register today for an active day with the whole family on June 2nd from 10-11AM! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 AFC's new Family Fun Days provide the opportunity for families in the autism community to connect and socialize through themed activities each month. This is an inclusive space where all ages and family members are welcome to join in on the fun. We hope to see you in June for obstacle course activities! ✨️Registration link in bio.

It's time to secure your seat for "The Garfield Movie" at AMC Plainville for our next Young Adult Hangout in June! AFC will have its own private theater for our 19-35 year-old friends, with the show starting at 6:00 PM. Participants can arrive starting at 5:30 PM. Register today with the link in bio!

Looking to make an impact and have fun? Get your tickets, be a sponsor, or make a donation to the 4th Annual Autism Families CONNECTicut Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, June 24th at The Hartford Golf Club. ⛳️ Your involvement will help us provide services and programs to autistic youth, young adults, and their families. ⭐️⁠ ⁠ 🎫Choose between two ticket options as either a golfer and/or cocktail hour and dinner attendee!⁠ ⁠ 🤝As a sponsor, you will be able to host clients and guests, gain brand exposure, and most importantly, support autism families in our community. ⁠ ⁠ 💲Are you a local business interested in making a donation for our silent auction? With your help, we can bring hope and support to those who need it most. ⁠ ⁠ To get involved and make a difference, visit birdease.com/golf4afc! 🏌️⁠

🎨 Location Update Alert! 🚨 Our next Teen Night: Paint Night is moving to the Art Studio of Connecticut in Berlin! 🌟 Join us on Friday, May 17th, from 5:45-7:30pm for a canvas of creativity! 🍕🥤 Pizza and drinks will be provided for this evening of fun. Spots are limited - register today!

To celebrate the end of World Autism Awareness Month, we invite you to join Dr. Anthony Alessi and Leah Moon on WTIC NewsTalk 1080's "Healthy Rounds" tomorrow, April 27th at 11:15 and 11:30 AM. You won't want to miss it! 🎙️

♟️Had a blast at this past Friday’s Teen Night with life-size games and pizza! 🍕✨ Stay tuned for more details on the next Teen Night happening on Friday, May 17th. 📆 Get ready to unleash your creativity! 🎨

Bring your appetite to our first Young Adult Hangout outing of the year with a night out at the diner. Meet us at Effie's Place in West Hartford on Friday, May 3rd for tasty bites and good company. Ages 19-35 welcome! ⁠ ⁠ Due to limited space, registration is required for this program. Visit the link in our bio register and secure your spot!

On this very special World Autism Awareness Day, we honor the diverse experiences and unique perspectives of neurodivergent thinkers and autistic individuals who shape the future with ingenuity and innovation. While the challenges can be daunting, individuals like our very own, Denzel Closs, remind us that embracing our differences can lead to profound moments of self-discovery and validation. Denzel’s work with AFC provides a safe space for autistic youth and their families, where they feel valued, seen, and supported. His journey inspires us to celebrate our differences, embrace our strengths, and create a world that values and uplifts all individuals! Thank you for being you, Denzel! Visit the link in our bio to read up on @goodwinuniversity’s featured article highlighting Denzel’s success in the classroom and beyond!

The countdown is on for AFC's 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at The Hartford Golf Club on Monday, June 24th. ⁠ ⁠ Our team is seeking volunteers, golfers, auction items, sponsors, and more! Join us in making this year's tournament a success by getting involved in any way you can. Let's make this year a hole in one!⁠ ⁠ Visit birdease.com/GOLF4AFC to learn more about how you can participate!⁠ ⁠ Website link in bio 🔗

Tickets are on sale for Sensory Night with the Hartford Wolfpack on Sunday, April 14th! Enjoy a relaxing day, free of bright lights, loud noises, and more. ⁠ Secure your tickets by April 10th to cheer on the Wolfpack! To purchase, click the link in our bio.⁠

Mark your calendars for Teen Night on April 19th! We'll have life-size games, pizza, music, and more for our 13-18-year-olds. Our friends at Connecticut Music Therapy Services provide the tunes and we'll have a fun, active night planned for everyone. Don't miss out! Registration link in bio.

Looking back at last year’s Spotlight the Spectrum and looking forward to another very soon! We are less than a month away from AFC’s 2nd Annual “Spotlight the Spectrum” on Sunday, April 7th! This event is all about showcasing our autism community and participants’ passions, talents, and interests. Spotlight the Spectrum is a fun, free, family event designed to highlight and celebrate what makes these wonderful individuals shine! Register yourself or the whole family today! 🖼️ Interested in showcasing your talent at a table? Choose “Exhibitor Application” and tell us a bit about what you’d like to share. 👍🏼Want to lend a hand? Register as a volunteer and make a difference. 🪧Looking to be an advocate? Our World Autism Month lawn sign pre-order is now open! In honor of the 54th World Autism Month, these signs are available with a contribution of $54 or more. Registration link in bio.

Get ready to unleash your inner pastry artist! 🍫🍪🧁 Join us on Friday, April 5th for a delightful evening of chocolate making, cookie and cupcake decorating with fellow young adults aged 19 to 35. Reserve your spot now – it’ll be a sugary blast you won’t want to miss! ✨🤩

AFC is hiring program clinicians to join our team! Email your resume to our program manager, Terri Larson, to apply! Must have Friday evening and/or Sunday availability.

We are looking forward to our next Teen Night on March 15th filled with in-house bowling, basketball, bucketball, pizza, and music! Our friends at Connecticut Music Therapy Services will join us for the fun. Don't miss out! Registration link in bio.

We still have a few spots open for our 4-week series of Leisure Explorers: Drumming to the Rhythm! This program combines music, movement, and socialization through a unique adaptation of drumming. Register now to secure your spot. Link in bio.

Join us for AFC’s 2nd annual “Spotlight the Spectrum!” This event is all about showcasing our autism community and participants’ passions, talents, and interests. Spotlight the Spectrum is a fun, free, family event designed to highlight and celebrate what makes these wonderful individuals shine. Register yourself or the whole family today! 🖼️ Interested in showcasing your talent at a table? Choose “Exhibitor Application” and tell us a bit about what you’d like to share. 👍🏼Want to lend a hand? Register as a volunteer and make a difference. 🪧Looking to be an advocate? Our World Autism Month lawn sign pre-order is now open! In honor of the 54th World Autism Month, these signs are available with a contribution of $54 or more. ✨Registration link in bio✨

Congratulations are in order for two of our very own, Alicia (Director of Operations) and JR (Office Assistant) on their recent engagement! Please join us in wishing them a lifetime of love and happiness! 💍🤍

Join us for another 4-week series of music, movement, and more at Playing on the Spectrum in March! Register now to secure your spot in one of our three time slots. Link in bio.

We are thrilled to announce that our next 4-week series of Leisure Explorers will be...drumroll please...Drumming to the Rhythm! This program combines music, movement, and socialization through a unique adaptation of drumming. Register now to secure your spot. Link in bio.

We have an exciting night planned for the young adults at Crystal Bees in Southington. $25 registration fee includes pizza, soda, one hour of bowling, and a $10 arcade game card. Join us on Friday, March 1st for the fun!

Interested in volunteering as an ambassador for AFC this year? We have some exciting upcoming events that need your support and advocacy. Email alicia@autismfamiliesct.org to join the team!

Join the AFC family in making a difference in the lives of our kids, teens, and young adults! Offering programs for ages 3-35 years old, our diverse offerings need your support. Be part of something special as an AFC volunteer! Email taylor@autismfamiliesct.org to join our email list and get information about upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Bring your appetite and creativity to our next Teen Night with cupcake and cookie decorating! Pizza will be served and our friends at Connecticut Music Therapy Services will host a fun game of love song bingo. Special thanks to the West Hartford Greater Together Community Fund for your support of this program.

Embark on a new adventure with our upcoming 4-week Leisure Explorers series featuring martial arts in collaboration with @hwangswesthartfordct 🥋Join Coach Landon as he guides the group through the fundamentals each Sunday in February from 1-2PM! Link in bio. A very special THANKS to @baileysteamautism for making this program possible.

Gearing up for an exciting February! 🌟 Our 4-week series, Playing on the Spectrum, continues with a blend of martial arts and dynamic movement activities. Starting February 4th, choose your age-based time slot and get ready to play! 🥋🏃🏽‍♀️ Registration link in bio! Thank you to the @baileysteamautism for their generous support of this program!

This past Friday, our group of awesome young adults did a great job selecting activities for 2024. We're looking forward to our next hangout in February filled with video games, board games, and puzzles. The best part? We'll be serving some delicious pasta, meatballs, and mac & cheese...yum!⁠ ⁠ We want to give a shoutout to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism for their amazing support and continued contribution towards this program. We couldn't do it without them!

Collaboration, fun, and UNO - our young adults had a blast on Friday evening planning the activities of 2024! Stay tuned for more exciting updates and information on our next Young Adult Hangout.

Unfortunately with this weekend’s snowstorm headed our way, both Playing on the Spectrum and Leisure Explorers will be canceled this Sunday, January 7th. We’re trusting the expertise of our friend, @nbcconnecticut’s @bobmaxon, and prioritizing everyone’s safety. Not to worry - we’ll be back in action next Sunday, January 14th with the same fun as always! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to send us a message. In the meantime, stay warm and enjoy the snow!

You don't want to miss out on our upcoming 4-week series of both Playing on the Spectrum and Leisure Explorers, starting this Sunday! The little ones will have fun with ball games and gross motor play while our older kids and teens will learn and practice new basketball skills each week. Visit our programs page to register!⁠ ⁠ We'd also like to give a special shout-out to Bailey's Team for Autism for their generous support of this program.

We still have a few spots available for our Young Adult Hangout this Friday, January 5th! Join us for pizza and planning as we map out our themes and activities for the year. Don't miss this opportunity to share your amazing ideas and be a part of the fun in 2024!⁠ ⁠ We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism for making this program possible.

Mark your calendars because Teen Night is back in January for an exciting night of pizza & planning! Let’s come together and share ideas as we collectively decide on the activities and themes for each month of 2024. Registration link in bio. Special thanks to the West Hartford Greater Together Community Fund for your support of this program!

Make this Saturday merry!🎄Secure your spot for a festive holiday celebration with two exciting party options. Register now and bring the whole family together for a joyous time this Saturday, December 16th! 🎅🏼

Only 2 days until our Annual AFC Family Holiday Parties! With two parties this year, we can serve an additional 50-100 family members this year! To us, that’s more smiles, connections, and friendships. What holiday party wish are you most looking forward to on Saturday? Vote with a reaction or comment below! 👍Like – DJ & Pizza ❤️Heart – Singalong & Bingo 🥰Care – Sensory-Friendly Santa P.S. You can become a holiday hero and make a wish come true by making a gift to AFC 🎁: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/donation.jsp?campaign=77

Our popular programs Playing on the Spectrum and Leisure Explorers are back on Sundays in January! Kids aged 3-11 will enjoy ball games and gross motor activities, while 12-18 year olds will focus on basketball skills. Join us for the fun! Special thanks to @baileysteamautism for making these programs possible!

Danced the night away with over 50 parents and friends, sipping on cocktails and mocktails at DecaDANCE last Friday! Big thanks to the Weber Family, Moon Family, and Manchester Wine and Liquor for making it possible. Get ready for an even bigger bash next year! 🪩🍸

New year, new hangouts! Kickstart 2024 with our first Young Adult Hangout on January 5th. Pizza and planning go hand in hand. We are excited to map out 2024 together and choose our activities for the whole year. Don't miss out!

We had a great time at our Young Adult Hangout this past Friday evening! Participants enjoyed wreath making and delicious bites. We hope you’ll join us for more festive fun with the whole family at our Holiday Party on December 16th! 🎄🎅🏼

Ready to sleigh the night away with our awesome young adults! We'll be making wreaths, swapping gifts, and spreading the festive cheer. Food will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring a dish or dessert to share with the group! Thank you to @flutiefdn for helping connect our young adults each month!

Autism Families CONNECTicut is so excited for the DecaDANCE from 6:30-9:30pm this Saturday at Warehouse 635! Ready for a sneak peek? We worked with Mixology Mixers to choose two irresistible signature drinks to add a little ✨sparkle✨ to our celebration! Sip an elegant Orange Blossom 🍊🌸Martini between trips to the dance floor, and finish the night off with the Blueberry Thyme 🫐🌿Fizz Mocktail. Open bar and non-alcoholic hydration station will keep you hydrated all night long! Tips for the night will go straight to AFC to fund fun family events like our Holiday Party! There's still time to join us! Register for the DecaDANCE at this link: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6734

AFC is taking a break from Playing on the Spectrum due to the holidays, but we couldn't have had such a successful fall without the support of Bailey's Team for Autism. They've been a friend of "Playing" for years, making it possible for us to start up the teen Leisure Explorers expansion. Thank you Bailey's Team for 4 weeks of fun exploring yoga, soccer, and more! Playing and Leisure Explorers will be back on Sundays starting in January!

Wishing our Autism Families CONNECTicut community a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, laughter, gratitude 🤎

AFC is coming up on a year in our new home in Berlin! Being new to the neighborhood, it really means a lot to us that we have the support of the local community. That's why we are so thankful to the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain for their support of AFC and our plans for the future! The staff at AFC are always thinking of new ways to CONNECT people with autism and their families. Grants from the Community Foundation and others give us the courage to dream and the funding to make those dreams into reality. Thank you for your faith in our mission and support of our families!

Ahead of tonight's Teen Night, AFC wants to say a gracious "Thank You!" to the West Hartford Greater Together Community Fund. We've hosted 11 Teen Nights this year with the help of the Fund and all of our generous donors. Thank you for the friendships you support!

On this #thankfulthursday AFC wants to say a special thank you to Leah and Jeff Moon! They aren't just Table Sponsors for our first ever DecaDANCE. Autism Families CONNECTicut simply would not exist if it weren't for their tireless efforts and unwavering support. Thank you for all you continue to do for the AFC Family! We can't wait to see you and your guests at the DecaDANCE in just 2 weeks!

AFC's operations and family events like Beach Day, Sensory Friendly Movies, and our Family Holiday Party are supported by a generous grant from the Ensworth Charitable Foundation. Thanks to them, we can dream up even more fun events to connect more families with autism to each other. We couldn't do it without supporters like you! Thanks to the Foundation, we have TWO opportunities for holiday family fun coming up on December 16th. Register for a more relaxed Singalong and Holiday Bingo starting at 2:30pm, or join us for the DJ and dance party at 5pm. You can choose your Family Holiday Party here --> https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6739&

How does a night of Dessert, Drinks, and Dancing sound? Join Autism Families CONNECTicut from 6:30-9:30PM on December 2 for a night of *DecaDANCE*! 🍹Sip signature cocktails & mocktails at the elegant Mixology Mixers open bar. 🍥Nosh delicious bites and decadent dessert catered by Max Hospitality. 💃Dance all night to tunes from Harmon Gray Entertainment. It all happens at Warehouse 635 in West Hartford in 2 weeks! Now you can join us for only $75 per person. Treat yourself to a night out! The best part is that all proceeds benefit FUN family events for autistic individuals across CT (like our Annual Family Holiday Party happening in just 1 month!) Get your tickets now at https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6734& Hope to see you there!

Come celebrate the holiday season with the Autism Families CONNECTicut community! 🎄 This year we are offering two holiday party options. Choose between a sensory friendly holiday party and a traditional holiday party for $25 per family! Link in bio. 🎅🏻

We can’t wait to see you for Secret Santa & wreath making at our next Young Adult Hangout on Friday, December 1st 🎅🏼 We will be serving appetizers and participants are always welcome to bring a dish or dessert to share with the group. Link in bio!

Looking for a fun Friday night for your teen? Join us on Friday, November 17th for a night of games, music, & more. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite board game to share with the group. Registration link in bio.

So thankful for another Friendsgiving! Not only did we enjoy great food and time spent with friends brought in by many of our participants, we had special guests from For All Ages join us for our Young Adult program last night! They shared their Joyful Notes Project and we were able to make over 40 cards for them to deliver to local older adult living communities. Thank you @flutiefdn for making this program possible!

AFC has a special thanks for FuturesPlanned, LLC for being a Send Friends Sponsor and sending 2 of our parents or adult participants to the DecaDANCE! We can't wait for the event which is only 1 month away! We hope you'll join us at the DecaDANCE for drinks, dancing, and delicious dessert! Tickets are available here --> https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6734&

AFC is preparing for tomorrow night's Young Adult Friendsgiving, and it has us reflecting about the importance of good friends! Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism has been a friend to Autism Families CONNECTicut and Young Adult Hangout for years and we could not do what we do without their support! A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Flutie Foundation for being responsible for countless connections between autistic young adults in CT. Autistic adults can still register for our pot luck here --> https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6238& #ThankfulThursday #Friendsgiving #flutiefdn

Autism Families CONNECTicut’s first annual DecaDANCE is an exclusive event with “the sweet life” at the center. As a table sponsors, you can treat your guests to decadent desserts, hand-crafted cocktails, and petite eats as you dance the night away with friends of AFC. *Move to music by celebrity DJ and friend, John “Cadillac” Saville. *Enjoy a cocktail or mocktail from Mixology Mixers’ elegant bar. *Nosh hors d’oeuvres and decadent treats from Max Hospitality. Dessert is the star of this show, with dancing and more! It’s all in the name of connecting to each other and creating opportunities for autistic families to find fun, friends, and community. Want to get involved? Question about the event? Go to https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6734& or contact AFC's Operations Manager, Alicia Bray, at alicia@autismfamiliesct.org or 860-474-3444 x104.

It’s almost that time of the year…Friendsgiving! Bring a dish to share with group for next Friday’s Young Adult Hangout. Link in bio!

Playing continues for another 4-week series! This month's theme will explore soccer, kickball, and other games. Don’t miss out on the fun 🤩 Playing on the Spectrum is graciously Funded in part by @baileysteamautism!

Gooooooaaaaal! ⚽️ We’re excited to welcome adapted physical education teacher, Coach Dan, from Benhaven to lead a 4-week series of soccer and kickball for our 12-18 year olds. This program is funded in part by @baileysteamautism. Link in bio!

We had a great turnout for last night’s Young Adult Hangout! 🎃🎨

Can't make it to every week of Leisure Explorers this month? Drop-in for a single session of yoga with Miss Meg for $15! Select the "pay later" option at check-out and pay at the door. This program is funded in part by Bailey's Team for Autism. Registration link in bio!

It's officially spooky 👻 month at AFC and we're excited for a Teen Night Halloween party on Friday, October 20th! We will be joined by our friends at Connecticut Music Therapy Services for festive music and activities. Costumes welcome! 🎃

Looking forward to making more connections at Playing on the Spectrum and Leisure Explorers today! 🤜🏼🤛🏼 As a reminder, we are located at Prism Academy - 166 Lincoln Street in Berlin!