Non AANE Events

Events listed on this page are not sponsored by the AANE. We would be happy to post your events relevant to children and adults with Asperger Syndrome.

For more information about these events, please contact the sources listed on this page, not the AANE office.

Thank you.

See AANE Events for AANE-sponsored events.

For ongoing non-AANE resources, see the Non-AANE Resources page.

Please use the Event Submission Form on the left to submit new non-AANE events.

Why do they do that? Sibling Groups

Sponsored by The Friendship Network for Children

Date: Nov 9, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1
Location: 100 Otis St. #4B Northborough, MA
Contact: Nancy Swanberg at 508.393.0030

Sibling groups for ages 11-15+. Four groups in the series to help increase understanding and decrease worry/conflict. http://networkforchildren.org

MetroWest AS Men's Support Group

Presented by Creative Communications Consulting

When: January - June 2012, 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: 332 Washington Street, Office 380, (The Fraser Medical Building) Wellesley (accessable by train)
Cost: $30
Contact: Deborah Harrison or call 508-545-2275

Two therapists, Deborah Harrison, as the communications specialist, specializing in social pragmatics and life/career coaching and Herb Pearce, a psychotherapist and expert in dating and relationships… Together, we are creating a unique program for men with AS/NVLD, that provides support while teaching specific skills for dating and relationships. According to interest, other speakers and places are available to gather, such as a nearby gym with a personal trainer, a restaurant of choice, visiting a baker and baking pizza, etc. It’s a group that evolves in terms of where we go and what we do. I have a nutritionist available as well, for those interested in weight loss or just staying fit.

Camp Akeela Info-Session

When: Saturday, February 4th
Where: Sturbridge, MA

Come learn more about Camp Akeela ... See a typical day at camp, meet the directors and ask questions in a fun, relaxed environment. Contact us for details: 866-680-4744 or

Snowcake

Presented by Reelabilities Boston Film Festival

When: Sunday, February 5th at 2:30 pm
Where: Museum of Fine Arts
RSVP Required by 01/31 to or 617 393-3824 x12
Open to any AANE member with a guest for free.

Friendships & Relationships

Sponsored by Multicultural Community Services

When: February 9th, 2012
Where: Holyoke Hotel & Conference Center
245 Whiting Farms Road Holyoke MA
Contact: Dana at 413-562-4885, ext. 11 or email

Friendships - people whom we care about and who care about us - are usually one of the most important things in our lives. For children AND adults with disabilities, these relationships are often hard to come by. Many wonderful professionals strive to help individuals and families develop these opportunities, but most often it is parents and other family members who have “done the heavy lifting” needed to make — and keep — these connections.

Parents and family members are invited to come and share your thoughts, ideas and experiences about how you’ve worked to develop friendships and relationships for your family member, and learn what others have done that may be of benefit to your family as well!

Grace Curtis Conference

When: March 25, 2012
Where: Groton, CT
Contact: Katie Flynn at

The Shut-Up Sisters and will present on topics around raising a child with Autism Spectrum Disorders, embracing imperfection, and navigating the system. LeDerick Horne will discuss his personal experience with his disability and offer insight and advice. Tickets are $40 and include breakfast and lunch. For more information visit our website at www.lvecenter.com

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