About us
Our gatherings are fun, casual, and inclusive events for Neurodivergent folx and their families.
Our gatherings are open to all, and we place a special emphasis on welcoming autistic and neurodivergent teens and adults. We strive to provide a supportive, structured environment where people can find a safe place to hang out and connect with peers.
Some of our gatherings are aimed at parents, advocates and allies of neurodivergent folx as well. Check back often!
Many of our gatherings take place in our local community - Shoreline of CT, but others take place on Zoom.
We will explore new activities and interests together. Join us for events like trivia, card games, painting, and open mic nights. Our gatherings are free. The only requirement is that you come with a nonjudgmental heart and an open mind!
**For more information on The Center for Neurodiversity, visit us online at https://fa-ct.org/center-for-neurodiversity/.**
Gatherings are funded through donations. Thank you for your support.
Upcoming events
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Movie Night at Center for Neurodiversity
Center for Neurodiversity, 152 River Rd, East Haddam, CT, USThe furniture is in and it's time to break it in!
Come watch a movie on our big TV! Make some suggestions in the comments and then we'll pick! We'll make some popcorn, too.
If you'd like you can bring a snack to share. (no peanuts, please!)
If this is your first time attending, please fill out a waiver here.
There is a suggested donation of $5 for this event.Two Choices:
1. A mom and kid switch bodies on a strange Friday.
2. A blue super fast hedgehog tries to save the world from an evil doctor.Which will you choose??
5 attendees
Come Hike with us! For Neurodiverse Folks and Guests
176 Westbrook Road, 176 Westbrook Rd, Essex, CT 06426, USA, Essex, CT, USDue to the rain, we're moving this hike to Saturday, Nov 14!
See you then!Join Tom Gezo of the Essex Land Trust and artist/therapeutic horticulture practitioner Jen Longworth for a hike around the upper ridge trail area of Windswept Ridge!
Our hike will end at the ongoing Four Season Art + Nature project we’ve been helping with, where we’ll share our finds and add them to the art project.Place: Windswept Ridge trailhead behind Essex Financial parking lot, 176 Westbrook Rd, Essex CT 06426
Date and time: Saturday, November 7, 1pm – 2:30pm
Dress: Trails can be muddy. Please wear appropriate shoes/boots and dress in layers for comfort.
Bring a water bottle and tick spray.
This is a weather dependent hike.
Raindate Nov 14!Neurodivergent folx and their guests welcome.
If this is your first gathering, you will need to fill out a waiver ahead of time. This will help us get straight to the fun!
You can find it HERE
Thank you
This event is free and facilitated solely by volunteers. We kindly suggest a donation of $5 per participant so that we can continue providing materials and venues for our events. We will never turn an individual away for not being able to provide a donation.
10 attendees
Q+ Teen Hangout at Center for Neurodiversity
Center for Neurodiversity, 152 River Rd, East Haddam, CT, USThe Center for Neurodiversity and Q+ are workng together to offer space for LGBTQ+ teens with fun activities, and snacks in a safe place to be your authentic self.
Come hang out in the Center's new space on River Road!
If this is your first event with us, please fill out our waiver here.
This is a recurring event happening on the third Tuesday of the month. See you there!
4 attendees
Cooking Night, For neurodivergent folx, ala Gale
152 River Rd, 152 River Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423, USA, East Haddam, CT, USWhat're we making? A dip for corn chips and dessert ala Gale!
That's right, you heard it here: our wonderful Gale is going to lead us through making a Mexican style bean dip and a gooey chocolatey dessert.
Better still, after we make it, everyone's going to be able to try it!
You can look forward to bean, cheese, and mild spices. And then a chocolate puddingSpace is limited! Sign up today!
If this is your first gathering or if you haven't been here for a while, you will need to fill out a waiver ahead of time. This will help us get straight to the fun!
You can find it here at this Google Form.
Thank youThis event is free and facilitated solely by volunteers! We kindly suggest a donation of $5 per participant so that we can continue providing materials and venues for our events. We will never turn an individual away for not being able to provide a donation.
All are welcome. For any questions or arrangements, please reach out to Linda at LBennet@fa-ct.org.
3 attendees
Past events
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