November 2019
Watertown Pizza & Game Night
Have dinner, socialize, and play games (feel free to bring and share your own favorite games). This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members! Upcoming Meeting Dates: 11/14/2019, 12/12/2019, 1/9/2020 *Please note that attendees now have the option to pay online or at the door. We encourage people to pay online but it is not required. **Please note that AANE reserves the right…
Find out more »Asperger’s/Autism 101: A Workshop for Parents of of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens
WHEN: Thursday, Nov 14, 2019 TIME: 7 PM – 9 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Nancy Schwartz COST: $40 per family WHAT: Start your journey with your wonderful, engaging, sometimes quirky child! This two hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child or teen on the autism spectrum. We will cover core strengths and challenges, some ways to cope at home, advocating at school, transition planning, and more.…
Find out more »Grandparent Open Support Group
Are you a grandparent of a child, teen or adult on the autism spectrum? If so consider joining the grandparent support group. This psychoeducational group meets bi-weekly at AANE on Tuesday mornings from 10:00-11:30. The group is geared to grandparents and offers a balance of information about ASD as well as strategies for successful experiences such as outings, play dates and family events. Contact Marcia Robinson for more information. Contact Information: 617-393-3824 ext 29…
Find out more »In-Person Young Men (18-30) Daytime Weekly Support Group Series
WHEN: 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 (8 sessions total) TIME: Tuesday afternoons, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM EST WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Nick Gallop COST: $80 for the full series. Financial assistance is available. Contact stephanie.birkdale@aane.org for more information. WHAT: Registration is now open for the next round of AANE’s in-person, weekly support group series for young men (18-30) on the autism spectrum. The group offers a safe…
Find out more »Financial Literacy – Manage Money by Managing Credit & Debit Cards
WHEN: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 TIME: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Suite 206, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOSTS: AANE Staff with PwC Volunteers COST: $5 WHAT: Are you an adult on the autism spectrum who wants to learn about credit and debit cards? Come join us for the workshop, "Manage Money by Managing Credit & Debit Cards." This two hour class is the second in a two-part series and run by…
Find out more »Gender Identity and AS Ongoing Support Group
WHEN: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Erik H SUGGESTED DONATION: Up to $5. You can pre-pay online (click the green “Register” button, below), or you can bring between zero and five dollars, in cash. No one will be turned away (or treated differently) for inability to donate. We encourage you to attend, regardless of your ability to donate. WHAT: This group is for autistic adults who identify as transgender,…
Find out more »December 2019
Watertown 50 and Over Ongoing Support Group
Are you an adult, age 50 or over, with AS or a related Autism Spectrum profile? Meet other diagnosed later in life and share the unique concerns and issues that come with later awareness in an atmosphere of support and understanding. Social Hour: 6 PM – 7 PM Meeting: 7 PM – 8:30 PM Topic: Holiday Show & Tell Party Upcoming Meeting Dates: 11/4/2019, 12/2/2019, 1/6/2020 *Please note that attendees now have the option…
Find out more »Grandparent Open Support Group
Are you a grandparent of a child, teen or adult on the autism spectrum? If so consider joining the grandparent support group. This psychoeducational group meets bi-weekly at AANE on Tuesday mornings from 10:00-11:30. The group is geared to grandparents and offers a balance of information about ASD as well as strategies for successful experiences such as outings, play dates and family events. Contact Marcia Robinson for more information. Contact Information: 617-393-3824 ext 29…
Find out more »Watertown Young Women Ongoing Support Group
Come join other young women (18-30) on the spectrum in an environment of support and understanding. This group will provide a forum for raising issues and solving problems. We will discuss strategies for making good choices and ways to move forward. This group meets the first Tuesday of every month. Upcoming Meeting Dates: 12/3, 2019, 1/7/2020, 2/4/2020 *Please note that attendees now have the option to pay online or at the door. We encourage people…
Find out more »Women’s Social Event – Creative Self-Care for the Holiday Season
WHEN: Wednesday, December 4, 2019 TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOSTS: Stephanie Birkdale & Elisha Lloyd COST: $5 WHAT: This event is part of the Women’s Social Events series, which offers monthly social activities in varied locations. This two hour workshop will provide a creative outlet for you to manage some of the many stressors that often occur during the holiday season. Here we…
Find out more »Autism Goes to College – Live or Online
WHEN: Thursday, December 5, 2019 TIME: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 and Online HOST: AANE Staff COST: $15 per person WHAT: AANE will host a special screening of the documentary, "Autism Goes to College" with a discussion after the showing featuring Dr. Eric Endlich, a psychologist and college consultant who specializes in working with students on the spectrum, and the film's Executive Producer Dr. Jan Blacher, Director of SEARCH, a Family Autism Resource…
Find out more »Moms’ Night Out
Mom’s Night Out (MNO) MNO is a regular event for Moms (and grandmothers) of children, adolescents, and adults on the Autism Spectrum. This is a social event for participants to relax in a fun, non-judgemental atmosphere with others who understand. You may laugh, cry and meet new friends. You will feel supported and less alone in your parenting journey. In addition you may learn some new tips or resources. Moms Barbara Lund…
Find out more »Grandparent Open Support Group
Are you a grandparent of a child, teen or adult on the autism spectrum? If so consider joining the grandparent support group. This psychoeducational group meets bi-weekly at AANE on Tuesday mornings from 10:00-11:30. The group is geared to grandparents and offers a balance of information about ASD as well as strategies for successful experiences such as outings, play dates and family events. Contact Marcia Robinson for more information. Contact Information: 617-393-3824 ext 29…
Find out more »Gender Identity and AS Ongoing Support Group
WHEN: Tuesday, December 17, 2019 WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Erik H SUGGESTED DONATION: Up to $5. You can pre-pay online (click the green “Register” button, below), or you can bring between zero and five dollars, in cash. No one will be turned away (or treated differently) for inability to donate. We encourage you to attend, regardless of your ability to donate. WHAT: This group is for autistic adults who identify as transgender,…
Find out more »Gender Identity and AS Ongoing Support Group
WHEN: Tuesday, December 17, 2019 WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Erik H SUGGESTED DONATION: Up to $5. You can pre-pay online (click the green “Register” button, below), or you can bring between zero and five dollars, in cash. No one will be turned away (or treated differently) for inability to donate. We encourage you to attend, regardless of your ability to donate. WHAT: This group is for autistic adults who identify as transgender, who…
Find out more »January 2020
Asperger’s/Autism 101: A Workshop for Parents of of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens
WHEN: Thursday, Jan 23, 2020 TIME: 7 PM – 9 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Nancy Schwartz COST: $40 per family WHAT: Start your journey with your wonderful, engaging, sometimes quirky child! This two hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child or teen on the autism spectrum. We will cover core strengths and challenges, some ways to cope at home, advocating at school, transition planning, and more.…
Find out more »Winter/Spring 2020 Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners Interest Series
WHEN: Every other Wednesday for 8 sessions starting on January 29, 2020 Meeting Dates: Jan 29 Feb 12 Feb 26 Mar 11 Mar 25 Apr 22 May 6 May 20 June 3 (Make up date in case any of the other sessions are cancelled due to bad weather) WHERE: AANE Office HOSTS: Nick Gallop & Nick Haslam COST: $80 for all eight meetings. Advanced registration is required. Financial assistance is available. Contact…
Find out more »February 2020
Moms’ Night Out
Mom’s Night Out (MNO) MNO is a regular event for Moms (and grandmothers) of children, adolescents, and adults on the Autism Spectrum. This is a social event for participants to relax in a fun, non-judgemental atmosphere with others who understand. You may laugh, cry and meet new friends. You will feel supported and less alone in your parenting journey. In addition you may learn some new tips or resources. Moms Barbara Lund…
Find out more »March 2020
Asperger’s/Autism 101: A Workshop for Parents of of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens
WHEN: Thursday, Mar 26, 2020 TIME: 7 PM – 9 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Nancy Schwartz COST: $40 per family WHAT: Start your journey with your wonderful, engaging, sometimes quirky child! This two hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child or teen on the autism spectrum. We will cover core strengths and challenges, some ways to cope at home, advocating at school, transition planning, and more.…
Find out more »April 2020
Moms’ Night Out
Mom’s Night Out (MNO) MNO is a regular event for Moms (and grandmothers) of children, adolescents, and adults on the Autism Spectrum. This is a social event for participants to relax in a fun, non-judgemental atmosphere with others who understand. You may laugh, cry and meet new friends. You will feel supported and less alone in your parenting journey. In addition you may learn some new tips or resources. Moms Barbara Lund…
Find out more »May 2020
Asperger’s/Autism 101: A Workshop for Parents of of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens
WHEN: Thursday, May 14, 2020 TIME: 7 PM – 9 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Nancy Schwartz COST: $40 per family WHAT: Start your journey with your wonderful, engaging, sometimes quirky child! This two hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child or teen on the autism spectrum. We will cover core strengths and challenges, some ways to cope at home, advocating at school, transition planning, and more.…
Find out more »June 2020
Moms’ Night Out
Mom’s Night Out (MNO) MNO is a regular event for Moms (and grandmothers) of children, adolescents, and adults on the Autism Spectrum. This is a social event for participants to relax in a fun, non-judgemental atmosphere with others who understand. You may laugh, cry and meet new friends. You will feel supported and less alone in your parenting journey. In addition you may learn some new tips or resources. Moms Barbara Lund…
Find out more »July 2020
Asperger’s/Autism 101: A Workshop for Parents of of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens
WHEN: Thursday, July 23, 2020 TIME: 7 PM – 9 PM WHERE: AANE Office, 51 Water Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 HOST: Nancy Schwartz COST: $40 per family WHAT: Start your journey with your wonderful, engaging, sometimes quirky child! This two hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child or teen on the autism spectrum. We will cover core strengths and challenges, some ways to cope at home, advocating at school, transition planning, and more.…
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