What we’re about
A group to connect with other Autistic adults in the NYC area, in-person and online. Led by Autistics and for Autistics.
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We are a diverse and inclusive group open to all Autistic adults (18+)! LGBTQ+ friendly, diagnosed or self-diagnosed, and all support needs welcome. And check out our PAUSE events, open to attendees and their friends/family/support workers!
Have a question? Be sure to check out our "Information for New Members" to see if your answer is there. If not, please reach out! info@autisticadultsnyc.org
Important Links:
Discord (online group chat)
Group Rules
Anonymous Feedback and Reporting Form
autisticadultsnyc.org
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Juneteenth Picnic for Black Autistics5th Avenue & East 69th Street, New York, NY
Join us on June 19th (Juneteenth) for a celebratory picnic for Black Autistics! This meetup is for Black/African-American Autistic Adults.
This will be a “potluck” style picnic. Feel free to bring some food/(non alcoholic) drinks to share with other members! We’ll meet at the entrance at 5th Ave and East 69th and find a nice spot in the East Green to sit, do our intros and share our experiences as Black Autistics. We’ll spend the rest of the time eating, relaxing, and playing games! (Feel free to bring some board games!) Please bring water and a blanket to sit on as well!
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Our general events are for Autistic adults (18+) (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) and are not open to any neurotypical (not Autistic) people. If you need to bring someone for support, or if you are the parent/family/support worker of an Autistic person and need to attend, please read our guide and contact us before registering (info@autisticadultsnyc.org or meetup DM).
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WAITLIST AND OTHER FAQ HERE
JOIN OUR DISCORD - Virtual: Trivia and Game NightLink visible for attendees
On Thursday, June 20th at 7:00pm, join us for a trivia & game night. We will be starting with introductions, and play a round of trivia, and wrap up the evening with Gartic Phone. No downloads or applications needed to play, just your browser and internet connection! If you have suggestions for trivia topics, please let us know below in the chat!
This event will be in our "Meetup" Channel on Discord.
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Our events are for Autistic adults (18+) (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) and are not open to any neurotypical (not Autistic) people.
Our virtual meetups and our Discord server are restricted to those in the Tri-State (NY, CT, and NJ) area. If you need help with discord, please see our guide! If you’re a new member, please join our discord at least 15 min prior to the event to go through our gatekeeping channel and adjust your audio settings!
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LINK TO JOIN DISCORD - Millburn Fairy Trail Mini-HikeLocust Grove Parking Lot, Millburn, NJ
This event is full! If you are not registered for this event, unfortunately you cannot join us (even if you're on the waitlist), but please come to one of our other events this month!
This is a delightful short (2-mile) hike where we get to see tiny houses where fairies live! (Please be quiet else you will disturb them!) They were initially built by a mother for her autistic son to explore nature – the preserve is now maintained by a team of volunteers. We will also pass by the Rahway River on our route, and soak in ample greenery before going to a diner for lunch.
The trail will have rocks and mud in places, so please wear sturdy shoes for this hike. Please bring water as well!
The meeting point is in a parking lot, less than 5 minutes from the Millburn NJ Transit train station. If anyone is coming from NYC, feel free to join Venkat who will be taking the 11:11am train from NY Penn Station, arriving in Millburn at 11:56am.
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Our general events are for Autistic adults (18+) (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) and are not open to any neurotypical (not Autistic) people. If you need to bring someone for support, or if you are the parent/family/support worker of an Autistic person and need to attend, please read our guide and contact us before registering (info@autisticadultsnyc.org or meetup DM).
WANT TO HELP AANYC? BECOME A MONTHLY SUPPORTER
WAITLIST AND OTHER FAQ HERE
JOIN OUR DISCORDNot open - Origami Workshop134 W 29th St, New York, NY
This event is full! If you are not registered for this event, unfortunately you cannot join us (even if you're on the waitlist), but please come to one of our other events this month!
Come learn origami, the art of paper folding! Origami as a form of art and play originated in Japan and is thought to date as far back as the 16th century. Using a series of basic folds, a square sheet of paper can be turned into forms ranging from boxes and stars to flowers and animals.
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Our general events are for Autistic adults (18+) (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) and are not open to any neurotypical (not Autistic) people. If you need to bring someone for support, or if you are the parent/family/support worker of an Autistic person and need to attend, please read our guide and contact us before registering (info@autisticadultsnyc.org or meetup DM).
WANT TO HELP AANYC? BECOME A MONTHLY SUPPORTER
WAITLIST AND OTHER FAQ HERE
JOIN OUR DISCORDNot open