Autism Society of Oregon

Sensory Friendly Santa (Virtual)
2023-12-18 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Sensory Friendly Santa (Virtual)
Sign up for your free 10 minute family session with Santa.
All ages and all disabilities welcome! Siblings too!
December 3 | 1-3 PM | ZOOM
December 18 | 3-7 PM | ZOOM
Link will be provided via email
Sign up at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact us at TessH@AutismSocietyOregon.org or 503-636-1676

Cancelled!! Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13)
2023-12-18 18:00 - 18:45, 2023-12-25 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-01-01 18:00 - 18:45
Update!! Friendship Group has been cancelled for tonight due to technical issues. We will resume next week at the usual time.
Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13):
Meets Every Monday, from 6:00pm – 6:45pm. A place to meet, get to know each other, be silly, explore common interests, and make friends.
On alternating Monday meetings, the group plays Minecraft. This group is meeting on-line, with occasional in person meetups. To register and get a Zoom link, please go to LINK

Young Adult Social Group
2023-12-18 18:30 - 19:30 | OR, United States
This is a peer-led group for young adults, ages 18-30, who have graduated from high school. Sorry but this group is not open to people younger than 18. There are 2 group consultants who are there to provide a level of social safety by mediating conflict and supporting participants to make connections. NOT a skill building class. Meets 2nd Saturday and 3rd Monday of each month, from 6:30-7:30pm. To sign up, email Pam S at pamsmith.business@gmail.com

Social Skills Discussion Group (Eugene)
2023-12-18 18:30 - 20:00 | OR, United States
Social Skills Discussion Group
Based in Eugene, with social event outings rotating with meetings.
For autistic adults of any age. Meetings are from 6:30 – 8:00pm in Eugene on the 3rd Monday of each odd-numbered month (in person and outdoors, weather permitting). At these meetings, the group chooses an activity for the following even-numbered month.
This group is taught by Doris Germain.
Co-sponsored by KindTree/Autism Rocks. For more information, including the location of the meeting, please text or call Mary-Minn at 541-799-4438, or email her at LINK.
This group is NOT meeting in August.

The Nutcracker Sensory-Friendly Ballet Performance (Portland)
2023-12-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Keller Auditorium, 222 SW Clay St, Portland, 97201, United States
Presented by Oregon Ballet Theatre
In a Nutshell is a special one hour performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® created for families with tiny tots to enjoy their first ballet. We pick up the story at the beginning of second act as the Sugar Plum Fairy leads Marie and her Prince into the Land of Sweets. They are seated on a special throne to enjoy the dances of Hot Chocolate, Marzipan, Candy Canes, and more! This condensed, sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker is designed to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for people with sensory processing challenges and for those with young children to enjoy the shared experience of live ballet with their friends and family. This performance will have a relaxed environment including lighting and sound modifications and entry/exit privileges. In this performance we understand that patrons may move, vocalize, and bring comfort items so that they may feel at ease in the theatre.
Buy tickets at LINK HERE

Running Wild PDX Running Club
2023-12-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-12-21 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-12-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-12-28 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-01-02 17:30 - 18:30 | PCC Sylvania Campus Track, 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR, 97219, United States
Presented by Running Wild PDX
Free all inclusive track and running club for ages 5-14 in SW Portland.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30-6:30 at the PCC Sylvania campus track.
Questions? Contact ashleymayling@gmail.com OR dm on Instagram @runningwildpdx

Grupo de Apoyo Fuera de Casa (en línea)
2023-12-19 18:00 - 19:00 | OR, United States
Presentado por Reach Out Oregon
Grupo de Apoyo Fuera de Casa
Únase a nosotros en un espacio que ofrece apoyo y conexión a los padres y cuidadores con experiencia pasada, actual o anticipada en colocaciones fuera del hogar.
Se reúne cada 3 martes del mes de 6:00-7:00 pm
No es necesario inscribirse. Únase a nosotros a través de Zoom
Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con nosotros en info@reachoutoregon.org o visite nuestro sitio web.
Reach Out Oregon Warmline: 1-833-REACH-OR / 1-833-732-2467

Autism Parent Support Group (online)
2023-12-20 18:30 - 19:30
Parents of children from 0-21 are welcome!
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 -7:30 pm, during the school year (Sept – May).
This group is facilitated by Lori Ball, ASO’s Programs Coordinator and parent of an autistic child.
To register and get the Zoom link, please go to LINK.

Club EMU’s Clubhouse/RAOK craft night (West Linn)
2023-12-20 18:30 - 20:30 | West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR, United States
Presented by Club EMU
Club EMU’s Clubhouse/RAOK craft night
Dec 20th 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Join us as we paint wooden mug hangings with coffee or cocoa quotes on them. We will also have a hot cocoa bar and snacks. Board games, card games, holiday puzzle, and more on hand while we visit.
?Club EMU’s Clubhouse/RAOK craft night. Is the 3rd Wednesday of December. 12/20/2023 6:30pm
At West Linn Lutheran Church
?Club Everyone, Me and U is a nonprofit social group for neurodiverse individuals ages 16 through adult.
?If you normally prefer or need assistance, your support person must actively attend with you. Minors must have their parent/guardian actively attend with them.
?New Location: West Linn Lutheran Church
R.A.O.K. = Random Acts of Kindness
We will be putting together simple crafts that we can individually then hide in our community for people to find, hopefully bringing them a smile.
?? By registering and participating you acknowledge and agree to photos and that Club EMU is not liable for any mishaps or injuries during our activities. Waivers are due once a year. If you have yet to fill out a liability photo release in 2023. please fill out the below sign up form and liability/photo waiver
You can find my form “Clubemu Liability Waiver + Photo/Video Release” at LINK HERE
?Craft supplies will be provided.
*Participants must register on Zeffy at LINK HERE
*By registering for the event, all participants pledge to follow Club Everyone, Me, and U’s mission and motto below and be respectful to one another.
“Be a friend and make a friend with acceptance, understanding, and kindness”

Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults Thursday Edition, age 18+ (Online)
2023-12-21 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-12-28 17:30 - 19:00
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
(Online) Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults – Thursday Edition, age 18 + Meets online every Thursday, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe, affirming space to process and discuss what it’s like to be autistic in the world.
We will be reviewing books, talking about neurodiversity, and openly talking about life on the spectrum in general.
Facilitated by Shawn Sullivan, an Autistic adult and ASO Board member. This group is a stand alone peer support group.
Register for the Zoom meeting at the LINK HERE
Questions? Contact us at 503-636-1676 or LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org
This group is temporarily full and not accepting more participants at this time. If you have registered previously you are still welcome to attend. If you have never registered for the group, please contact ASO at info@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676 to be placed on a waitlist.
Due to the popularity of the Thursday night group, we’ve opened a version that meets as a separate group on Tuesday evenings. Registration for the Tuesday group can be found at the LINK HERE
For more information contact Lori Ball at LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

ASO/Synergy Autism Support Group Meeting for Parents (Online)
2023-12-23 10:00 - 11:30 | OR, United States
FREE Our on-line group is for parents of children (birth-adult) on the autism spectrum living in Oregon. Meets 4th Saturday each month, from 10:00 – 11:30am. Cozy up with a morning beverage and join us by computer!
Facilitated by Barbara Avila, MS, of Synergy Autism Center.
Open to parents of children on spectrum of any age (birth – adulthood).
Statewide – If you have access to Zoom, you can access this group.
The group will look at a different topic each month, including: self-care; safety considerations; understanding your child’s processing; social engagement; and challenging your child in supportive ways.
To register and get the Zoom link, please go to LINK.

Special Needs Families Connect (Pendleton)
2023-12-25 17:30 - 19:00 | OR, United States
Special Needs Families Connect (SNFC)
This group is based in Pendleton and has returned to in-person meetings .
This is a family support group that meets on the 4th Monday of each month from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. SNFC was created and is facilitated by Winnie Burnett, an ASO Chapter Rep and the parent of an autistic young adult.
For more information on meetings, including location, click to send an email to Winnie.

NAMI Multnomah Peer Support Group (Online)
2023-12-26 15:30 - 17:00 | OR, United States
Presented by NAMI Multnomah
Peer Support Group
A free, drop-in recovery support group by and for people living with mental health differences.
Dates: Beginning April 25th
Schedule: The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Format: Online via Zoom
Register online here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form…/s/155sqWvv7gvpdwSwYr2RWA
Or call 503-228-5692

Autism/Aspergers Peer Community Support Group (Online)
2023-12-26 19:00 - 20:00 | OR, United States
This group is not sponsored by ASO

This peer support group will be meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST via Zoom and will work to cover topics related to walking through this world as an autistic adult.
For those age 27 and older, you are invited to experience support, understanding, and community with others walking in autistic bodies.

To sign up, or for questions, email Hannah Rockey at comorbidlife@gmail.com and you can also find them on FB at Autism Peer Support

Coming Together: Families in Focus OFSN Support Group (online)
2023-12-27 18:30 - 19:30
Presented by Oregon Family Support Network
Coming Together: Families in Focus Support Group
A Support Group for Washington, Clackamas and Multnomah Families only
Thursday, December 27th, 6:30-7:30 pm, virtual
A Support Group for:

Parents and caregivers of children and youth experiencing mental health and behavioral health challenges
A safe space for families to come together and support each other
To encourage families to elevate their voices and discuss barriers they face while navigating local systems of care such as: school/special education, ODHS, mental heath, juvenile justice and more

Zoom LINK HERE
To register please contact: Chelsea Mersereau 971-500-3494 chelseam@ofsn.net

Grupo mensual para padres y cuidadores de habla hispana (Bend)
2023-12-28 18:00 - 20:00 | OR, United States
Presentado por CODSN
Grupo mensual para padres y cuidadores de habla hispana (Bend)
¡Conéctese como padres y cuidadores que crían niños con discapacidades el cuarto jueves de cada mes en Bend! 6-8pm (1270 NE 27th St, Bend, OR 97701)
No es necesario inscribirse. Cuidado de niños disponible. ¿Preguntas? Llame o texto Damaris 458-202-9756 o enviar un correo electrónico: damaris@codsn.org
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Presented by CODSN
Monthly Group for Spanish-Speaking Parents & Caregivers (Bend)
Connect as parents and caregivers raising children with disabilities on the fourth Thursday every month in Bend! 6-8pm (1270 NE 27th St, Bend, OR 97701)
No registration is required. Childcare is available. Questions? Call or text Damaris 458-202-9756 or send an email: damaris@codsn.org

Autistic Professional Support Group (Online)
2023-12-29 18:00 - 19:00
ASO’s Autistic Professional Support Group
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM Every other Friday
Register at LINK HERE
This support group provides a welcoming community for Autistic adults employed in professional positions to meet and share experiences. The group offers an overall sense of belonging, group mentorship, social connection and networking. At each meeting there will be a guided topic to start the conversation which can lead to bigger discussions. This group is led by Dan Dickinson, an Autistic adult who works in a mid-level professional position.
This group is for Autistic, career focused individuals who hold mid to senior level positions and/or a position with at least 2 years of experience in their field. If you are unsure if this describes you, please contact us to discuss and we’ll figure it out. Contact the ASO office at 503-636-1676 or LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org
We are sorry but no interpretation is provided for this group.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

Club EMU's Birthday Dance (Oregon City)
2023-12-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Beavercreek Grange, 22041 South Kamrath Road, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Presented by Club EMU
Club EMU’s Birthday Dance!
Date: December 30th, 2023
Time: 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Location: Beavercreek Grange
22041 S. Kamrath Rd Oregon City, OR 97045
Club Everyone, Me and U is a nonprofit social group for neurodiverse individuals ages 16 through adult, serving the Portland OR and metro areas.
Happy 4th Birthday to Club Everyone, Me and U!!! And Happy New Years!!
Join us for a dance party celebrating Club EMU’s 4th Birthday and all the fun we had in 2023!
We will have a DJ ( your very own Club EMU President, John Davis), we will have dancing, games, and food.
Please register on Zeffy at LINK HERE to participate.
This Event is for ages 16 through adult.
You can find my form “Clubemu Liability Waiver + Photo/Video Release” at LINK HERE
*By registering for the event, all participants pledge to follow Club Everyone, Me, and U’s mission and motto below and be respectful to one another.
“Be a friend and make a friend with acceptance, understanding, and kindness”

“Happy Hour” for Autistic Adults (Meeting Online)
2024-01-01 19:30 - 20:30
Virtual “Happy Hour” for Autistic adults

This time is to chat, support each other and forge new friendships. Meetings are the 4th Friday of each month, from 7:30 – 8:30pm.
An Autistic run social group for Autistic adults age 40+. For questions or more information contact: Rhonda at SOOR@AutismSocietyOregon.org, an ASO Chapter Rep in Southern Oregon. Or call our office at 503-636-1676. To register, click the LINK HERE

Grupo de Apoyo en Español (Reunión Virtual)
2024-01-02 18:00 - 19:00
Grupo de Apoyo en Español – Reunión Virtual Mensual
1er Martes de cada mes. 6:oo-7:00 pm – Evento Gratuito
Para registrarse o para tener más información envié un correo electrónico a MariaA@AutismSocietyOregon.org
Enlace para unirse via zoom: https://tinyurl.com/GrupoenEspanol
Propósitos del grupo:
* Información sobre Autismo y recursos disponibles
* Crear una red de apoyo para familias latinas
* Oportunidad de interactuar con otros padres

NAMI Multnomah BIPOC PEER SUPPORT GROUP (Online)
2024-01-03 19:00 - 20:30 | OR, United States
Presented by NAMI Multnomah
BIPOC PEER SUPPORT GROUP
Starting this Wednesday, April 5th
A free, drop-in recovery support group by and for people living with mental health differences who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).
Dates: Beginning April 5th
Schedule: The 1st Wednesday of every month, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Format: Online via Zoom
Register online here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form…/s/66MxBgj2kWO1hu9cjnR96A
Or call 503-228-5692

Autism Resources in Oregon (recurring webinar)
2024-01-03 19:30 - 21:00 | OR, United States
Autism Resources in Oregon: An Overview
Held every other month, on the 1st Wednesday of the month, from 7:30-9:00pm
To sign up for Zoom link: https://www.tinyurl.com/ASOAutismResources
This webinar is for people who want an overview on the autism resources available in Oregon. Topics covered will depend on needs of each month’s participants, including:

– How to get an autism evaluation
– Steps to take after diagnosis
– Information on autism resources and how to access them
– Ideas for actions to take before services to start

There will be time for questions!

RECURSOS DE AUTISMO EN OREGÓN: RESUMEN (Webinar mensual recurrente)
2024-01-03 19:30 - 21:00 | OR, United States
RECURSOS PARA EL AUTISMO EN OREGON: VISIÓN GENERAL
Webinar recurrente
1er miércoles de cada dos meses
7:30-9:00 pm
Para registrarse Zoom enlace: https://www.tinyurl.com/ASOAutismResources
Este seminario web es para las personas que deseen una visión general de los recursos de autismo disponibles en Oregon. Los temas cubiertos dependerán de las necesidades de los participantes de cada mes, que incluyen:
– Cómo obtener una evaluación de autismo
– Pasos a seguir después del diagnóstico
– Información sobre recursos para el autismo y cómo acceder a ellos
– Ideas para tomar medidas antes de que comiencen los servicios
Habrá tiempo para preguntas.
