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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!

Teens, young adults, and parents! Be sure to register now to save your spot for the second session of our Transportation Series next Tuesday, October 3rd! This session will cover non-driving transportation options + resources. Join autism self-advocate, Andrew Arboe, for an educational evening. This is graciously funded by the Armani Williams Gives Back Grant from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. 🚌🚍 Visit autismfamiliesct.org to register!

We still have spots open for the upcoming 4-week session of Playing on the Spectrum. This month's theme will explore yoga, movement, music + more. Playing on the Spectrum is graciously Funded in part by @baileysteamautism!

There are still spots open for the next series of Leisure Explorers starting this Sunday! This program is funded in part by Bailey’s Team For Autism. Visit autismfamiliesct.org to register!

Important correction ‼️ The second session of our Transportation Series will cover non-driving transportation options + resources. Join autism self-advocate, Andrew Arboe, on Tuesday, October 3rd for an educational evening. This is graciously funded by the Armani Williams Gives Back Grant from the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. Teens, young adults, and parents welcome! 🚌🚍

It's pumpkin time for our young adults at AFC! Join us on Friday, October 6th from 5:45-7:30 for pumpkin painting and breakfast for dinner. Registration link in bio.

We are excited for Playing on the Spectrum to start back up in October! This month's theme will explore yoga, movement, music + more. Registration link in bio.

Miss Meg from Aspen Yoga is back for another 4-week series of YOGA for our Leisure Explorers! Meg has years of experience teaching yoga to the special needs community and we can't wait to welcome her back. Registration link in bio!

Leisure Explorers will be back in October! We are looking forward to a variety of activity offerings for our 12-18 year olds! What are you most looking forward to this Fall?

The young adults had a creative and fun night of painting pottery at @theclaypen this month 🎨👩🏽‍🎨 Join us next month on September 8th for a BBQ at Prism Academy!

Looking forward to seeing some new and familiar faces at our open house on September 10th! Registration link in bio.

Interested in being part of the AFC team? We are hiring program clinicians for our Friday & Sunday programs. Please send your resume to Terri Larson at Terri@autismfamiliesct.org !

Join us for a Teen Night Cookout to welcome Fall on Friday, September 15th from 5:45-7:15pm. Hot dogs, hamburgers, and drinks will be provided. Registration link in bio!

We are looking forward to our next Young Adult Hangout on Friday, September 8th! Join us for a cookout at Prism Academy with hot dogs, hamburgers, and drinks provided. We'd love for our participants to bring a dish to share with the group. Registration link in bio!

What better way to end the summer than with tie dye! August's Teen Night will be a tie dye night. Bring your own item of clothing and come dye it with us on Friday, August 18th! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6538&

Join us for a very special Young Adult Hangout THIS Friday at The Claypen! We will be painting our own pottery. Come ready to be creative! There is a $15 registration fee for this event. Participants also must bring their own money to pick out pottery. Pizza will be provided! Free parking close to The Claypen can be found behind Fleet Feet. Paid street parking is also available. Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6088& (Note: the time and location listed on the website are incorrect. All information listed here is accurate.)

Our Family Beach Day is a month away, and we're looking forward to a beautiful day at Winding Trails! Please pack your own food, beverages, towels, and anything else you may need for a fun trip to the beach. We'd also like to thank the Ensworth Charitable Foundation for making this event possible. See you there! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6701&

We apologize for the incorrect date in our last post, July Teen Night is taking place on Friday, July 21st! The say all the world's a stage, and July Teen Night is no exception! This month's Teen Night is improv themed, and we will be doing charades and other activities. Get ready to steal the show and register now! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6488&

A huge shoutout and heartfelt thanks to our friends Joe Jeamel and Patti Woolwich for their incredible support as a team sponsor for our upcoming Golf Tournament! Your generosity and belief in our mission mean the world to us. Our Third Annual Golf Tournament is only a few days away! Visit golf4afc.givesmart.com for more information. #golf4afc

Can't make it on June 26th, but still love to golf? Or maybe you are playing in our Golf Tournament, but just can't get enough! We have a fabulous item to add to our LIVE auction. Hartford Golf Club has generously donated a foursome with carts, so don't miss out! Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to register. #golf4afc

July's Young Adult Hangout will be at Crystal Bees Amusement Center! We'll be bowling and playing arcade games, as well as enjoying some delicious pizza for dinner. We hope to see you there! Includes one game of bowling, a $10 arcade card, and pizza and soft drinks for each participant. Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6038&

With the golf tournament just around the corner, we are excited to thank one of our team sponsors, Hammond Iles, for their contribution! Visit golf4afc.givesmart.com to register for the tournament, purchase dinner tickets, or make a contribution of your own for the tournament on June 26th!

A huge shoutout and heartfelt thanks to Marjorie and Steven Sussman for their incredible support as a team sponsor for our upcoming Golf Tournament! Your generosity and everything you do for our organization means the world to us. The Golf Tournament is in less than a week! To register or donate, visit golf4afc.givesmart.com. #golf4afc

We would like to take a moment of your time to thank Middlesex Health for sponsoring our upcoming Golf Tournament! This tournament wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors. Want to show your support for our Third Annual Golf Tournament? Visit golf4afc.givesmart.com to register or donate! #golf4afc

We can't believe the Golf Tournament is only one week away! We are looking forward to a beautiful day of golf, auction bidding, and enjoying food and drink from local businesses. Can't wait to see you there! Can't make it but still want to show your support? Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to make a donate. We appreciate your contribution! #golf4afc

Another day, another thank you! Thank you to our friends at Imagineers LLC for being a team sponsor for our Golf Tournament! Still want to sign up for the golf tournament? Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to register! #golf4afc

Curious about your autistic child learning to drive? Come join autism self-advocate Andrew Arboe to learn about driver readiness! AFC is offering a four-part Transportation Series funded by the Armani Williams Gives Back Grant from the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. Our first session on Sunday, July 9th will focus on driver basics and readiness. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about what you and/or your autistic teen/young adult may need to know about the challenges of driving and driver readiness. Both parents and kids welcome! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6700&

While you’re enjoying your dinner, we want to thank Max hospitality for being a dinner sponsor for our golf tournament on June 26th! Even if you’re not a golfer, you can still attend the post-golf cocktail reception and dinner. Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to buy dinner tickets. Hope to see you there! #golf4afc

Happy #throwbackthursday! Since our Third Annual Golf Tournament is almost here, we wanted to share some photos from years past and show you what you have to look forward to! We can't wait to have Meteorologist Bob Maxon join us again this year. We also wanted to give another shoutout to Pratt & Whitney for being the Presenting Sponsor of this event. Pratt & Whitney have been good friends to us for a long time, and we are so grateful for their continued support. Still want to donate or register? Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to learn more. #golf4afc

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsor, Somerset, for their support as a team sponsor for our upcoming golf tournament! Your generosity has helped make this event possible, and we couldn't be more grateful. There's still time to register for the golf tournament! Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to sign up or make a contribution. #golf4afc

Our combined teen and young adult prom is happening this Friday, and there's still time to register! Join us for a night under the sea and enjoy pizza, music, and dancing. Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6438&

With the golf tournament on the horizon, we want to thank Bradley Foster & Sargent for generously sponsoring the Golf Tournament! Thank you! The golf tournament is in less than two weeks, but it’s not too late to register! Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to sign up! #golf4afc

Get dressed up and come join us on June 16th for our combined Teen Night and Young Adult Prom! It will be a fin-tastic night of dancing, music, pizza, and fun! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/eventRegistration.jsp?event=6438&

Looking for an escape from the dreary weather? Come to Winding Trails to enjoy a day of fun in the sun! Grab your sunscreen, beach towels, and bring the whole family for some fun at our family beach day! We would like to give a shoutout to the Ensworth Charitable Foundation for sponsoring this event.

The date for our first Driver Readiness Session has been changed to Sunday, July 9th! Curious about your autistic child learning to drive? Come join autism self-advocate Andrew Arboe to learn about driver readiness! AFC is offering a four-part Transportation Series funded by the Armani Williams Gives Back Grant from the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. Our first session on Sunday, July 9th will focus on driver basics and readiness. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about what you and/or your autistic teen/young adult may need to know about the challenges of driving and driver readiness. Both parents and kids welcome!

The golf tournament is fast approaching, and you won’t want to miss out! If you enjoy golfing, food and drinks from local businesses, and fun, sign up today before it’s too late! Text GOLF4AFC to 76278 or go to golf4afc.givesmart.com to register now. #golf4afc

Who better to be a beverage sponsor for our Golf Tournament than Thomas Hooker Brewery? We’d like to give a special shoutout to them for sponsoring us. Make sure to stop by their truck to grab a beer or CBD seltzer at the Golf Tournament on June 26th! Register for the tournament at golf4afc.givesmart.com or text “golf4afc” to 76278. #golf4afc

Come to Winding Trails to enjoy a day of fun in the sun! Unwind and connect with other families amidst the soothing sound of crashing waves. Grab your sunscreen, beach towels, and bring the whole family for an unforgettable getaway. Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6701&

AFC is taking a little ROAD TRIP🚗🚙🚎🏎🛵 this Summer! Check out the first session in our 4-part Learn about Transportation Series, funded by the Armani Williams Gives Back Grant from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. Join Autism Self-Advocate Andrew Arboe to consider what you or your autistic teen/young adult may need to know about driver readiness. Future sessions will include resources, as well as non-driving transportation options Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6700&

Love to golf? Now is the time to sign up for AFC’s Third Annual Golf Tournament! You can sign up to golf in teams of up to four. Grab your friends, family, and colleagues to enjoy a day of 18 holes of golf at the beautiful Hartford Golf Club, on-course beverages, and food throughout the day. To sign up, visit golf4afc.givesmart.com or text GOLF4AFC to 76278. #golf4afc

While you’re eating breakfast, we wanted to thank Eye Disease Consultants for being a breakfast sponsor for our upcoming Golf Tournament! We are incredibly grateful for their contribution! It’s not too late to sign up for AFC’s third annual Golf Tournament! Go to golf4afc.givesmart.com or text “golf4afc” to 76278 to register or become a sponsor. #golf4afc

The Golf Tournament is fast approaching, and we want to thank the very generous Thibeaux Family for being a cocktail sponsor! Join us for cocktails, golfing, and so much more on June 26th! Visit golf4afc.givesmart.com or text “golf4afc” to 76278 to register or become a sponsor. #golf4afc

Get dressed up and come join us on June 16th for our annual Teen Night Prom! It will be a fin-tastic night of dancing, music, pizza, and fun! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/eventRegistration.jsp?event=6438&

There's lots of fun planned for this Friday’s Teen Night! Bring a board game to share, sing some karaoke, or just have some pizza with friends. We hope you can join us! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=6388&

There's still time to sign up for Running on the Spectrum! Lace up your sneakers and join us at Prism Academy in Berlin for this weekly family running program. Run, walk or skip around the field, earn gummy worms, and have fun with other families on the spectrum. All ages are welcome, as well as siblings and parents! Register here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/autismfamiliesct/event.jsp?event=6699

It's #ThankfulThursday and AFC is thankful for friends like Hospital for Special Care . Not only are they a wonderful resource for families with autism, but they are also a Breakfast Sponsor for the AFC Golf Tournament on June 26! We are just 2 months away from the big day! Get your tickets now at golf4afc.givesmart.com or by texting "golf4afc" to 76278. #golf4afc

It's time for another Young Adult Meetup! Young Adults, join us for BOWLING🎳 at Apple Valley Bowl in Southington. Come hang out Friday May 5th, meet other autistic young adults, and bowl a couple games with new friends. STRIKE up a conversation, have a bite to eat, or just enjoy doing something different with your SPARE time! Register now with the link here: https://autismfamiliesct.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=5938&

Hate to interrupt your breakfast, but we just HAVE to say thank you to Charles Schwab for being a Breakfast Sponsor for AFC's Golf Tournament! They've supported us the last several years and we are so grateful to have friends like Charles Schwab! Join us for breakfast, golf, and a whole lot more on June 26th! Visit golf4afc.givesmart.com or text "golf4afc" to 76278 to register or become a sponsor. #golf4afc