This FREE Long Island group meets on the second Saturday of the month and is for adults (ages 19+) who are on the autism spectrum or who suspect that they are. Facilitator: Branden Plank. This meeting is in the process of being moved to online. "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular basis. Pre-registration is required for this meeting so that interested parties will be able to…

              This FREE group meets on the second Monday of each month from 6:30 - 8PM For information about online meetings contact Toby Liebowitz at toby.leibowitz@aane.org Cost: Free Host: Arthur Mercurio, M.A. (401) 432-1189. New members should contact Chris Brown (401-432-1000) or Toby Liebowitz (tobyaane@gmail.com) before attending their first group meeting. Please note that AANE  does not handle registration for this group. "Local" groups and activities are intended for those living in the geographic location…

              Come join other adults with AS or related conditions in an atmosphere of support and understanding. Upcoming Events: 7/13/2020, 7/27/2020, 8/10/2020 FREE registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link. Newcomers are always welcome, but for the best opened support group experience, we recommend that newcomers contact the group facilitator Stephen Nadel at stephen.nadel@aane.org prior to the meeting for a brief group orientation. "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number…

This whole quarantine thing has really messed up AANE Pizza & Game Nights everywhere.  We can’t bring you pizza, but we can bring you FREE games and camaraderie. Nick Gallop, AANE P&G maestro and members of the AANE staff will emcee AANE Virtual Game Night on July 13. WHEN:  Monday, July 13, 6:30 – 8:30 PM EDT WHO: This event is open to any post-high-school adult on the spectrum anywhere.  COST:  Free, but advance registration is required and we only have space…

Social distancing can be lonely, and quarantine restrictions play havoc with the routines we count on to structure our lives. Participate in our FREE online session to connect with other adults with Asperger/autism profiles. Online sessions are hosted on the Zoom platform and are facilitated by AANE’s Adult Services staff who have years of experience with Asperger’s and who understand the challenges that this pandemic can pose. Although sessions are free, registration is required so we can send you the…

              WHEN: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT WHERE: Online  (registration is required in order to get the link to join the online meeting) BOOK: “Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots" by Deborah Feldman HOSTS: Stephanie Goodner (book connoisseur) and Michele Cantara, Co-Director of Adult Services AANE COST: Free to attend (registration required) "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a…

              Register *Our meeting site in Danvers has been closed due to concerns about Covid-19.  We are aware that you rely on AANE for support, and we are committed to providing that support through other means even if we can’t host an in-person support group meeting.* Our meeting on July 16 will now be held online rather than in person.   IMPORTANT: You will not be able to drop-in to the online meeting sessions.  You will…

Florence, MA – "Open" Support Group for Adults, facilitated by Trish Huff, trish.huff@aane.org, for post-high school adults with Aspergers.  FREE, but attendees are encouraged to pre-register. This is an “Online Local” meaning it is meant for those within commuting distance as it will return to an in-person format when pandemic restrictions are lifted. "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular basis. Please contact Trish at trish.huff@aane.org for the link…

              Socialize, and play games!  This is a great FREE opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members! "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular basis. Upcoming Meeting Dates: 7/20/2020, 8/17/2020, 9/21/2020 **Please note that AANE reserves the right to cancel this event if the minimum number of registrants (4) is not met by the…

            Are you a gay man in the AANE community? Have you ever wanted to share your thoughts and experiences with other gay men on the spectrum? Join us! Upcoming Meeting Dates: 7/20/2020, 8/3/2020, 8/17/2020 "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular basis. **Please note that AANE reserves the right to cancel this event if the minimum number of registrants (4) is…

This FREE NYC group meets on the third Tuesday of the month and is for adults (ages 19+) who are on the autism spectrum or who suspect that they are. Facilitators: Dr. Kate Cody & Pat Schissel, LMSW. "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular basis. This meeting has been changed to an online format due to the ongoing health concerns. Pre-registration is required for this meeting…

                  IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, our July meeting will be held online (as a Zoom meeting). Please register to receive the URL to join the FREE meeting. Note: Donation is not required to participate. To avoid the fee, select “Pay At Door” during registration. This group is for adults on (or near) the autism spectrum, who are transgender, nonbinary, genderfluid, and/or who are questioning their gender identity or gender roles. (No autism diagnosis…

              Have socialize and play online games. This is a great FREE opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members! Upcoming Meeting Dates: 7/22/2020, 8/26/2020, 9/23/2020 This is an “Online Local” meaning it is meant for those within commuting distance as it will return to an in-person format when pandemic restrictions are lifted. This is an “Open” meaning that there is no long term commitment. **Please note that…

              Register Socialize, and play games!  This is a great FREE opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members! Upcoming Meeting Dates: 7/23/2020, 8/27/2020, 9/24/2020 **Please note that AANE reserves the right to cancel this event if the minimum number of registrants (4) is not met by the deadline. "Local" groups and activities are intended for those living in the geographic location indicated. "Open" groups and programs have…

AANE’s Virtual Bad Movie Night has now become an AANE Netflix Watch Party where we can all come together (in an appropriately socially distant manner), celebrate both good movies and bad movies, socialize, and have fun. WHO: This watch party is for any adult with an Asperger/autism profile. WHAT: On July 23, we will be watching Scott Pilgrim vs The World, a 2010 action comedy romance film co-written, produced and directed by Edgar Wright, based on the graphic novel series Scott Pilgrim by Bryan Lee O'Malley (Courtesy of Wikipedia) In order…

              Come join other adults with AS or related conditions in an atmosphere of support and understanding. Upcoming Events: 7/27/2020, 8/10/2020, 8/24/2020 FREE registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link. Newcomers are always welcome, but for the best opened support group experience, we recommend that newcomers contact the group facilitator Stephen Nadel at stephen.nadel@aane.org prior to the meeting for a brief group orientation. "Open" groups and programs have an undefined number…

This whole quarantine thing has really messed up AANE Pizza & Game Nights everywhere.  We can’t bring you pizza, but we can bring you games and camaraderie. Nick Gallop, AANE P&G maestro and members of the AANE staff will emcee AANE Virtual Game Night on July 13. WHEN:  Monday, July 27, 6:30 – 8:30 PM EDT WHO: This event is open to any post-high-school adult on the spectrum anywhere.  COST:  Free, but advance registration is required and we only have space for…

Social distancing can be lonely, and quarantine restrictions play havoc with the routines we count on to structure our lives. Participate in our free online session to connect with other adults with Asperger/autism profiles. Online sessions are hosted on the Zoom platform and are facilitated by AANE’s Adult Services staff who have years of experience with Asperger’s and who understand the challenges that this pandemic can pose. Although sessions are free, registration is required so we can send you the…

              WHEN: Tuesday July 28, 2020 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM WHERE: Online HOSTS: Stephanie Birkdale & Katie Devine COST: Free DESCRIPTION: AANE, in partnership with the Boston Public Library, has created a book discussion group for adults with an Asperger/autism or related profile. The group meets every month to discuss a specific book (fiction or nonfiction) selected by the group. The next book will be decided at the July 28 meeting. Everyone is welcome…

Portland Maine Local Open Support Group, facilitated by Robert Lagos (207) 846-3063 robert.lagos@aane.org, Wilma Wake (207) 985-8776 wilma.wake@aane.org, or Nathan Scoville (207) 604-0436 nathan.scoville@aane.org, for post-high school adults with Aspergers and related profiles. First-time group members should contact one of the facilitators in advance,  and should plan to attend a new member orientation meeting at 12:15 PM. The meeting is FREE. First Saturday of each month from 1-4 PM, The Barron Center, 1145 Brighton Ave., Portland, ME "Open" groups and programs have an…

This whole quarantine thing has really messed up AANE Pizza & Game Nights everywhere.  We can’t bring you pizza, but we can bring you games and camaraderie. Nick Gallop, AANE P&G maestro and members of the AANE staff will emcee AANE Virtual Game Night on August 3. WHEN:  Monday, August 3, 6:30 – 8:30 PM EDT WHO: This event is open to any post-high-school adult on the spectrum anywhere.  COST:  FREE, but advance registration is required and we only have space for…

Registration is Full Social distancing can be lonely, and quarantine restrictions play havoc with the routines we count on to structure our lives. Participate in our free online session to connect with other adults with Asperger/autism profiles. Online sessions are hosted on the Zoom platform and are facilitated by AANE’s Adult Services staff who have years of experience with Asperger’s and who understand the challenges that this pandemic can pose. Although sessions are free, registration is required so we can…

              WHEN: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT WHERE: Online  (registration is required in order to get the link to join the online meeting) BOOK: “A Gentleman in Moscow: A Novel" by Amor Towles HOSTS: Stephanie Goodner (book connoisseur) and Michele Cantara, Co-Director of Adult Services AANE COST: Free to attend (registration required) “Open” groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular basis.…

AANE’s Virtual Bad Movie Night has now become an AANE Netflix Watch Party where we can all come together (in an appropriately socially distant manner), celebrate both good movies and bad movies, socialize, and have fun. WHO: This watch party is for any adult with an Asperger/autism profile. WHAT: On August 13, we will be watching Indiana Jones - Raiders of the Lost Ark, a 1981 American action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Lawrence Kasdan from a story by George Lucas and Philip Kaufman. (Courtesy of Wikipedia)…

                  REGISTER WHO: Young men with Asperger profiles between the ages of 18-30 who live anywhere in the world. WHERE: Online WHEN: 8/18, 8/25, 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/28, 10/6 (8 sessions total) TIME: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT HOST: Nick Gallop COST: $80* for all 8 meetings. Payment for all 8 meetings is required when you register. *Because we know it’s difficult to make ends meeting during this economic slowdown, we…

This whole quarantine thing has really messed up AANE Pizza & Game Nights everywhere.  We can’t bring you pizza, but we can bring you games and camaraderie. Nick Gallop, AANE P&G maestro and members of the AANE staff will emcee AANE Virtual Game Night on August 24. WHEN:  Monday, August 24, 6:30 – 8:30 PM EDT WHO: This event is open to any post-high-school adult on the spectrum anywhere.  COST:  FREE, but advance registration is required and we only have space for…

Social distancing can be lonely, and quarantine restrictions play havoc with the routines we count on to structure our lives. Participate in our free online session to connect with other adults with Asperger/autism profiles. Online sessions are hosted on the Zoom platform and are facilitated by AANE’s Adult Services staff who have years of experience with Asperger’s and who understand the challenges that this pandemic can pose. Although sessions are free, registration is required so we can send you the…

              *If you are interested in this event, please continue to check this calendar event for updated details.* WHEN: Tuesday, August 25, 2020 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM WHERE: Online HOSTS: Stephanie Birkdale & Katie Devine COST: Free DESCRIPTION: AANE, in partnership with the Boston Public Library, has created a book discussion group for adults with an Asperger/autism or related profile. The group meets every month to discuss a specific book (fiction or nonfiction) selected…

AANE’s Virtual Bad Movie Night has now become an AANE Netflix Watch Party where we can all come together (in an appropriately socially distant manner), celebrate both good movies and bad movies, socialize, and have fun. WHO: This watch party is for any adult with an Asperger/autism profile. WHAT: On August 27, we will be watching Pan's Labyrinth,  a 2006 fantasy film written and directed by Guillermo del Toro.(Courtesy of Wikipedia) In order to participate in this event, you will need: a Netflix account ** to…

              WHEN: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT WHERE: Online  (registration is required in order to get the link to join the online meeting) BOOK: “The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle" by Stuart Turton HOSTS: Stephanie Goodner (book connoisseur) and Michele Cantara, Co-Director of Adult Services AANE COST: Free to attend (registration required) “Open” groups and programs have an undefined number of group members with new people coming and going on a regular…