"Autism Exposure" a place to learn...a place to experience..

Exposing Charlotte to What Autism is all About....

Location: Charlotte, NC 35.11-80.81 28226US

Meetups: 13 so far

Members: 53 Members

Rating: "Autism Exposure" a place to learn...a place to experience.. 4.5026

Meetup topics: Adult/Teens with Asperger/Spectrum Disorders, Living with Disabilities, Autism, Asperger's and PDD-NOS, Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Parents of Special Needs Kids

Founded: November 5, 2008

This is a new group created by a young woman, Melody, who is diagnosed with Autism. The group is open to parents, teachers, professionals, individuals with autism/aspergers, college students, friends and volunteers. The mission of this group is to promote autism awareness, education, friendship, support, and volunteer opportunities for those who are interested. Please check out the Message Board as there is an online forum which offers information to help parents, educators and those who have autism/aspergers.

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Our next MeetupART CLUB 1st Meeting.

Dec 5 Sat 2:00 PM

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Who’s coming?: 8 Yes / 0 Maybe

(no spots left, but a Waiting List is available)

Our first Art Club meeting Teens through Adult....December 5th from 2pm -4pm.
This club takes place in an artist's studio. Due to limited space the club will be limited to 6.

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“ Melody has great skill in describing what her AS feels like. Many people want/need to know this and could benefit from knowing her. ”

—Phyllis Schultz

“ People should join autism exposure because it gets the awareness out and it helps educate people about autism. ... ”

—Djam

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More upcoming Meetups

Jan 10 7 2010 7:00 PM
Nature Club for boys and girls ages 7 and up (Interest and Sign up)....

3 Yes / 2 Maybe RSVPs
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Jan 10 14 2010 7:00 PM
Little Angels Club....playgroup for ages 2 to 6

2 Yes / 2 Maybe RSVPs
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Jan 10 31 2010 1:00 AM
Stars Wars Social Club (kids and teens interested in Star Wars)

4 Yes / 1 Maybe RSVPs
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Jan 12 7 2012 7:00 PM
ART CLUB for Young Adults (teens through adulthood)

4 Yes / 2 Maybe RSVPs
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Past Meetups

Nov 21 7:00 PM

Cosmic Bowling...all ages

7 attended
Nov 21 10:00 AM

Sensory Friendly Film Planet 51

7 attended – 4.002
Nov 8 2:00 PM

Nature Club...Cub Encounter with live tigers

9 attended – 5.006
Oct 29 7:00 PM

Nature Club

2 attended
Oct 28 6:00 PM

NY Pizza with the Asperger Group

3 attended – 4.502
Oct 10 8:30 AM

7th Annual Carolinas Walk for Autism at Lowes Motor Speedway....

20 attended – 5.002
Sep 30 6:00 PM

Optional meetup for those who do not want to go to Monkey Joes...

2 attended – 5.002
Sep 12 4:30 PM

Session 1: My Life Struggles and Joys as a person living with Autism....

15 attended – 4.505
Aug 26 6:15 PM

Monkey Joes (Matthews location)

7 attended – 5.002
Aug 22 4:15 PM

"Adam" PG 13 movie about a romance involving a man with aspergers....

4 attended – 4.503

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What's new?

Nov 29
- New member
  
  nathaniel
  
  “my friend melody told me about it, and i haves autism, i wanna know more bout it”

Nov 26
- New discussion
  
  Holidays and Meltdowns......
  
  Started by Melody.
- New discussion
  
  Holidays and Autism
  
  Started by Melody.

Nov 25
- New discussion
  
  Christmas and Autism (ideas...
  
  Started by Melody.

Nov 22
- New member
  
  Elizabeth O'Neill
  
  “I would like to show my support for Melody, a courageous young autistic woman who began this support group. I would also like to learn more about autism and to then pass on what I have learned to others.”
- New discussion
  
  Please take the time to fill...
  
  Started by Melody.

Nov 21
- New discussion
  
  A reminder for all group members!!...
  
  Started by Nikki.

Nov 18
- New discussion
  
  An idea of what parents can...
  
  Started by Melody.
- New discussion
  
  Angels Club for 2-6 year olds...
  
  Started by Jeanenne.

Nov 16
- New member
  
  Dylan Klein
  
  “Our Son Dylan has Autism and we have no family nearby. We would love to share and talk with other parents. Also, have an outlet for us to join with our son.”