Autism Society of Oregon

Autistic Adult Panel Discussion Series (online)
2025-11-04 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online, OR, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Autistic Adult Panel Discussion Series
All panels are on Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm – 8pm, occurring every 2 weeks.
Sept 23rd – What Is It Like to Be An Autistic Adult?
Oct 7th – Life After High School/Education
Oct 21 – Employment
Nov 4 – Housing
Nov 18 – Adult Health Care
Dec 2 – Connections & Relationships
Come hear what Autistic adults have to say about their experiences on each topic! When you register, send in your questions for our panelists.
This workshop series will be online. This allows more people to access the series and allows us to have panelists from different geographical areas.
Register at LINK HERE.
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

Oaks Park Sensory Skate
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Oaks Park Roller Rink, 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR, 97202, United States
Presented by Oaks Park
Sensory Skate
We will be offering a sensory-sensitive skating time for kids 10 and younger and their families each Wednesday from 10-11:30 AM during our Chipper’s Preschool Skate session Music volumes will be reduced, disco lights turned off, and a quiet sensory play space will be provided.
Information and ticketing can be found at the LINK HERE

NAMI Parent Support Group (online)
2025-11-05 16:00 - 17:15 | Online, OR, United States
Parent Support Group
This online peer-led support group is specifically for parents/caregivers of children/adolescents with mental health barriers.
Schedule: First and third Wednesdays of each month, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
Register at LINK HERE

Autistic Parents Parenting Group (online)
2025-11-06 13:30 - 14:30 | Online, OR, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Autistic Parents Parenting Group
Connecting Autistic Parents
This support group is for autistic parents. Our aim is to create a supportive space where you can share your experiences, challenges, and insights as autistic individuals raising children.
This is not a parenting class; rather, it’s a community where you can connect with others who understand your unique perspective.
Meets every other Thursday.
1:30-2:30 PM
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 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.

Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults Thursday Edition, age 18+ (Online)
2025-11-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-11-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Online, OR, United States
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.
The group is facilitated by Lisa Sawyer, an Autistic adult and a peer. Lisa is an active volunteer in the community, having worked many years in homeless services and peer support for adults. In this group, we strive to foster connection, have open dialogue in all areas that challenge and support us, making this a shared journey – never a solo one – in a safe and welcoming community.
Register for the Thursday group 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.
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.

Sensory Friendly Movie - Tron Ares (Salem)
2025-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Regal Santiam Studio 11, 365 Lancaster Dr SE, Salem, OR, 97317, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Sensory Friendly Movie in Salem
1st Thursday of each month at 6 PM
FREE – Must register to attend.
At Regal Santiam Studio 11 in Salem
Sign up at LINK HERE
For information on all our Sensory Movie offerings around the state, see the LINK HERE
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

ASO Drop In Hours (Portland)
2025-11-07 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-14 12:00 - 15:00 | ASO Office, 9320 SW Barbur Blvd, Suite 240, PORTLAND, OR, 97219, United States
ASO “Drop In” hours will be offered at the ASO office: 9320 SW Barbur Blvd, Suite 240, Portland, OR 97219 on:
Fridays, from 12pm – 3pm
No appointment needed during “Drop In” hours to stop by & talk to an ASO staff member about Autism resources!
Children are welcome! We’ll have fidgets and sensory toys available. There is free parking and the #12 Bus stops close to the building.
Please let us know in advance if you need to talk to someone in a language other than English.
We’re happy to set up in person meetings by appointment outside of these hours, including in English and Spanish. Call our office at 503-636-1676 or send an email to RosaH@AutismSocietyOregon.org to make an appointment or with any questions. We look forward to assisting you!

Passport To Inclusion
2025-11-08 08:00 - 17:00
Update!!! Registration is full for this event. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist, please sign up at LINK HERE by October 24th.

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Save the date for the next Passport To Inclusion at PDX airport!
This will be an opportunity for families and travelers with disabilities to have a safe and supported practice tour through security, and to a boarding gate. There will be a plane available to board that will taxi around the airport. Additionally you can explore the airport with a fun scavenger hunt at PDX and visit the sensory room in Concourse D! There will be a limit of 150 people to participate. More details to come.
Cost: Free
Everyone age 18 and older will need to have a Real ID to go through security. The Oregon DMV has set up a website with more details to help navigate the process to get a Real ID.

Online Young Adult Social Group (Ages 18–30)
2025-11-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Online, OR, United States
Meets: 2nd Saturday & 3rd Monday of each month
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
This peer-led social group is for young adults ages 18–30 who are no longer in school.
Participants must be at least 18 years old; the group is not open to minors.
Two group consultants attend each session to help create a socially safe environment by mediating conflict when needed and supporting participants in making connections.
Please note: This is not a skill-building class.
To sign up or request more information:
Contact Peggy Piers at LINK.
To register:
Saturday meeting registration at LINK HERE
Monday meeting registration at LINK HERE
To register, please contact Peggy Piers at piers.p@comcast.net.

Tryon Creek Nature Walk (SW Portland)
2025-11-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 Southwest Terwilliger Boulevard, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Tryon Creek Nature Walk
Who: These walks are meant to be a safe space for Autistic individuals, their families, friends, and supporters to be together to enjoy and experience nature without any agenda or judgment.
What: Come and enjoy a beautiful, guided nature walk at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. The guided walks will be led by an Oregon Master Naturalist, Certified Interpretive Guide and former ASO Board member.
When:
Sunday, November 9 from 1:00 to 2:30 (Adult walk – ages 18+)
Sunday, December 14 from 1:00 to 2:30 (Adult walk – ages 18+)
Where: Tryon Creek State Natural Area: 11321 Southwest Terwilliger Boulevard Portland, OR 97219
Parking can be limited. Consider arriving early to allow time to park and join the group.
We are capping each guided walk at 20 people. Registration is FREE but advance registration is required.
For more info & to register, click the LINK HERE
If you need help getting there, or for additional questions, please contact Lori Ball at LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676 during business hours (9 am – 6 pm)

Sensory Friendly Swim (East Portland)
2025-11-09 15:15 - 16:45 | East Portland Community Center, 740 SE 106th Ave, Portland, OR, 97216, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Sensory Friendly Swim – East Portland Community Center and Pool
Sunday, November 9th, 2025
3:15 pm – 4:45pm
East Portland Community Center
740 SE 106th Avenue
Portland, OR 97216
Come and enjoy a sensory friendly swim each month, rotating around the Portland Metro area.
– No Music
– Lifeguards using whistles only if completely necessary
– No diving boards in use
– Limited number of people
– Snacks
Free, must register to attend.
Registration at LINK HERE
Registration link for all Swims: LINK HERE
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

Intersectional Identity Group (online)
2025-11-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Online, OR, United States
(Online) Intersectional Identity Group – Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults with Intersectional Identities, age 18+
Meets online every Monday, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe space to process and discuss what it’s like to have an intersectional autistic identity in the world (e.g., autistic people who are also: people of color, trans, queer, gender queer, assigned female at birth, etc).
Please note, this is not to assume that we will all understand each other’s experience, but that we do understand having an intersectional identity comes with extra complexities.
This is a peer support group facilitated by an Autistic Trans and Queer person.
Register for the group by contacting 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.

Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13)
2025-11-10 18:00 - 18:45
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
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676

Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults - Tuesday Edition, age 18+ (Online)
2025-11-11 15:30 - 17:00 | Online, OR, United States
(Online) Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults – Tuesday Edition, age 18 +
Meets online every Tuesday, from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Due to the popularity of the Thursday night group, we’ve opened this version that meets as a separate group on Tuesdays.
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.
Facilitated by Rae (he/him), an Autistic person. This group is a stand alone peer support group.
Click here to REGISTER.
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.

Civil Rights Webinar Series
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, OR, United States
Presented by the Oregon Department of Education

November Webinar: Sex Discrimination: Overview of Title IX
Wednesday, November 12, 2025; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

December Webinar: Disability Discrimination: Overview of Section 504
Wednesday, December 10, 2025; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

January Webinar: Overview of Every Student Belongs
Wednesday, January 14, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

February Webinar: Navigating the Discrimination Complaints Process
Wednesday, February 11, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

March Webinar: Preventing Discrimination in Schools
Wednesday, March 11, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

April Webinar: Responding to Civil Rights Concerns in Schools
Wednesday, April 8, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

May Webinar: Civil Rights Success Stories – Creating Supportive Programs
Wednesday, May 13, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register at LINK HERE

Webinars are open to the public and not recorded. Registration capacity is limited. Once the webinar is full, registration will be closed. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration. Contact ODE.CivilRights@ode.oregon.gov with any questions.

Grupo de apoyo para padres de NAMI en español (En línea)
2025-11-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Online, OR, United States
Grupo de apoyo para padres de NAMI en español
Un grupo de apoyo gratuito para padres, familiares y cuidadores que crían niños/adolescentes (0-18) que tienen problemas de salud mental.
Horario: 2do miércoles de cada mes
Hora: 4:00 – 5:30 PM.
Ubicación: En línea a través de Zoom
Regístrese aquí.
Para cualquier pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a info@namimultnomah.org o llame a JoLynn Thompson al 503-969-6650.

Salem Cosplay and Pop Culture Group
2025-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Ike Box, 299 Cottage St. NE, Salem, 97301, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Salem Cosplay and Pop Culture Group
5 PM – 7 PM
Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at Ike Box at 299 Cottage St. NE Salem, OR 97301

Cosplay Group is a place to come and make friends, work on costumes, and talk about all things pop culture. It is a group for everyone. Whether you like cosplay, D&D, are a fan of comic books, or just want to make friends, this is the place for you.
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676

PDX Deaf Community Day Event
2025-11-14 12:00 - 16:00 | PDX Airport, 7000 NE Airport Way, Portland, 97218, United States
Presented by Port of Portland
PDX Deaf Community Day Event
Friday, November 14 from 12 – 4pm
Location: PDX Mezzanine Level – N. End – Outside PDX Art Gallery Space
We’re hosting an event at PDX to celebrate and support the Deaf community at PDX. You’ll get to explore the airport, meet our community partners, and check out tools and resources designed to support the Deaf community at PDX.
Here’s a link that the OAD sent out to their members promoting the event. It includes a great ASL video version of the flyer, LINKED HERE
Register at LINK HERE
On-site ASL interpretation provided by Bridges Oregon
Complimentary Sizzle Pie pizza for all participants (allergy accommodations available)
3 hours of free parking included
Questions? Contact Walter Marchbanks at Walter.Marchbanks@portofportland.com

Social Group from Hollywood Dreams and ASO (Coos Bay)
2025-11-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Harmony Methodist Church, 123 Ocean Blvd SE, Coos Bay, OR, United States
This group meets in Coos Bay on the 2nd Friday of each month from 5pm – 7pm. Includes food, drink, crafts, and fun! There is no fee but please RSVP so we know how many to expect. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Martha M by email (LINK) or call 541-551-1289.
Co-sponsored by the Autism Society of Oregon and Hollywood Dreams.

All-Ability Gaming Socials (Ashland)
2025-11-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Ave, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Presented by the Autism Society of Oregon and Bridging Communities.
All-Ability Gaming Socials (Ashland)
Intended for ages 8-14, but the whole family can attend.
Participants will enjoy a variety of game types, including video games, board games and more, provided by the partnership between the Oregon Autism Society and Bridging Communities. Or, bring your own! Light dinner is provided.
For Ages 8-14.
Every Second Friday of the month
Time: 5:30-7 PM
Location: Ashland Senior Center – 1699 Homes Ave, Ashland, OR 97520
Pre-registration is required and FREE!
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact 548-278-0697 or info@bcoregon.org

Autistic Professional Support Group (Online)
2025-11-14 18:00 - 19:30
This support group provides a welcoming community for Autistic adults employed in professional positions to share business-related experiences and to solicit feedback and advice. This group is for Autistic, career-focused individuals who hold or have held mid to senior level positions and/or a position with at least 2 years of experience in their field.
The group offers an overall sense of belonging, group mentorship, and social connection. 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. If you are unsure if this group is for you, please contact us to discuss and we’ll figure it out.
Register at LINK HERE
Contact the ASO office at 503-636-1676 or LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org
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 Game Club
2025-11-14 18:30 - 21:30 | West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR, United States
(Formerly PAN’s West Linn Game Club)
Who: For Autistic people of ALL Ages, their families & friends. There are 3 separate areas: All Ages, Teen, and Adult
What: An opportunity to get to together and play video games and board games.
Where: West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
When: 2nd Friday of each month, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
Cost: $10 suggested donation per family, parking is free
Food: Pizza and beverage provided, but please bring a potluck item to share
Sponsorship provided by Autism Society of Oregon to keep costs down
A responsible adult must stay at any ASO event with all children under age 14 and anyone who requires a caregiver for their safety. Unless otherwise specifically stated, ASO cannot provide caregiving services at our events and is not responsible for personal safety.

“Happy Hour” for Autistic Adults (Meeting Online)
2025-11-14 19:30 - 20:30
Notice!!! Due to the holidays, we will be meeting on November 14th & December 19, 2025.

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+.

To register, click the LINK HERE.

For questions or more information contact: Info@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call our office at 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.

THE HAPPY SNAPPY CHRISTMAS ​book launch (Sherwood)
2025-11-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Sleighbells Of Sherwood, 23855 SW 195th Pl, Sherwood, 97140, United States
Presented by MOM AND DAN
THE HAPPY SNAPPY CHRISTMAS ​book launch at Sleighbells in Sherwood
Nov 15th, 10:30 am
Featuring free pictures with Santa & candy-cane cookie decorating
A portion of all book proceeds help https://www.fidgetech.org/ fulfill our mission to inspire hope and change the narrative for adults experiencing autism to lead more meaningful and productive lives.
To find out more visit: momndan.com.

Sensory Friendly Movie (Roseburg)
2025-11-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Roseburg Cinema, 1750 NW Hughwood Dr, Roseburg, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Sensory Friendly Movie
3rd Saturday of each month at 11 AM in partnership with FEATT
FREE – Must register to attend
At Roseburg Cinema
Sign up at LINK HERE
For information on all our Sensory Movie offerings around the state, see the LINK HERE
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

Empowered Relationships: A Support Group for Partners of Autistic Spouses (Salem)
2025-11-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Broadway Commons, 1300 Broadway St. NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Empowered Relationships: A Support Group for Partners of Autistic Spouses
Meets online the 1st Saturday of the month & in-person on the 3rd Saturday of the month. When in-person, we meet at Broadway Commons in Salem, OR.
Empowered Relationships is a supportive discussion group designed for partners of autistic spouses who want to strengthen their relationships, better understand their partners, and connect with others facing similar experiences.
Led by Crystal Dickinson, a partner of an autistic spouse for 15 years and a parent of an autistic teen, this group provides a safe, welcoming, and uplifting space where individuals can share insights, discuss common challenges, and celebrate the unique strengths in their relationships.
This group is a community-driven discussion group where members can engage in open, constructive conversations about communication, connection, self-care, and relationship growth—without judgment or negativity. This group is not a class or therapy session.
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.
