Parents of Kids with Asperger's

Welcome mums to be to our weekly Present in my Pregnancy Gathering. This is a space where we pause, appreciate and remember to enjoy our pregnancy journeys together. **First up - Mum & Baby Time** * Journaling * Memory recording What to bring - a journal or phone for writing, a sketchbook or phone for recording memories (I use canva) **Second Up - Helping Each Other** * Discovery swaps - sharing ideas and tips What to bring - nothing **Third Up - Time Out** * Sharing Circle - listening to each other * Craft Activity - open craft for relaxation eg knitting, sewing, colouring, drawing * One Intention What to bring - everything you need for your craft I’m really excited to meet you and for this space to open up. I need it so much and hope we can support each other to make it happen 🙏🏽🤰🏾🩷. Why is this a paid event? The truth is Meet Up charge a hefty fee for setting up a group. I hope the fee is low enough to not stop anyone coming but also enough to cover the monthly organisation cost of running this lovely space. Thank you for your support 🙏🏽. Option to pay by PayPal as well.

BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 [HERE](https://itsadate.club/event/singles-party-in-kings-cross-24/). Our popular social Singles Party attracts a growing crowd of guests aged 30–45 each month. Meet up to 160 eligible Londoners in a fun, relaxed setting built for great conversation and easy introductions. A few moments from King’s Cross station you will find Drake & Morgan, a trendy and cosmopolitan bar spread over two floors with a great atmosphere and eclectic crowd. We welcome around 160 guests for introductions and socialising in a private area reserved exclusively for It's a Date. For those who like a bit of dance floor action, the venue has a DJ keeping the energy high and good times flowing in the basement bar until late. Your hosts will be at the venue ready to welcome you at 19:30. They will be wearing a big smile and easy to spot, but if you’re uncertain just ask one of the friendly bar team. Hosts will indicate the area reserved exclusively for our event, offer you an optional name sticker, and direct you to where to leave your jacket. **A complimentary welcome drink** is offered to guests arriving before 20:00 – no better reason to arrive in good time! When comfortable, your hosts will introduce you to other guests and aid group mingling. Singles parties are more casual and informal in structure – a great opportunity to meet and network with other like-minded single people in a relaxed and fun environment. Our hosts will be there from start to finish to ensure you have the chance to meet everyone and make any special introductions at your request. With around 160 guests at every party, there is heaps of opportunity to make new connections, enjoy a couple of drinks, and soak up the atmosphere. After the evening concludes, you can access the event listing in your dashboard to enter feedback on those you have met and await your matches. A match is struck when two guests reciprocate identical feedback; indicating mutual intent to reconnect and enabling messaging via our online platform. If you have any questions on the event or how things will work, please get in contact with Ollie on 07517 065 492 or ollie@itsadate.club

**PLEASE NOTE:** The location is: **The People's Letters Bookshop** Address: **395 Cambridge Heath Rd, Cambridge Heath, London E2 9RA** ✨Hi all, Let's Get Crafty is back! ✨ Join us for an afternoon of arts and craft at The People's Letters Bookshop. We will provide yarn, needles, hooks, clay, colouring pencils and books, origami paper, etc, or you can buy a colouring book from the store. You're also welcome to bring your own projects along. The bookstore provides a separate and private space for us which is perfect for us auties and ND folk. The store also provides free hot drinks. Accessibility: the store has an accessible entrance and toilet. The People's Letters is a worker-led, cooperatively run bookstore and community event space in East London. Help support what they do: https://peoplesletters.org/support https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/qr/VyYX6pPn Support us: Please support us on Kofi so we can keep providing more free events in the future! https://ko-fi.com/neurodissidentcafe *Please only RSVP if you can make it.* If you cannot make it anymore, please be sure to update your RVSP so we can adapt accordingly. Please do not come if you have not RSVPed.

## Walk With Pawla @ Hampstead Heath Join us for a relaxed, friendly dog group walk through one of London’s most beautiful green spaces This walk is all about connection — for both dogs *and* humans. ## WALK DETAILS **Walk Start:** Hampstead Heath Station *(We’ll meet just outside the station — look out for Pawla staff)* **Walk Route:** A scenic walk through Hampstead Heath, passing **Parliament Hill**, and finishing at **Kenwood House**. **Walk Duration:** Approx. **40–50 minutes** at an easy, relaxed pace **Walk Finish:** Kenwood House *(A great spot to chat, take photos, and let the dogs enjoy the space)* ## ABOUT THE WALK This is a **social dog walk**, designed to be calm, welcoming, and inclusive. Whether you’re coming alone or with friends, you’ll find it easy to chat, connect, and enjoy the walk together. ✔ Friendly dogs welcome ✔ No pressure, no rush ✔ A mix of walking and socialising ✔ First-timers very welcome We’re also giving out **free healthy dog snacks** during the walk ## PHOTOS & VIDEOS (FRIENDLY NOTICE) Pawla staff will be taking **photos and short videos throughout the walk** to share in the **Pawla community group chat** and on our **social channels**. By attending, you’re happy to appear in casual event content. If you’d prefer not to be filmed, just let a Pawla team member know on the day — **no problem at all**. ## COST **Free to attend** Just RSVP so we know numbers ## ️ WEATHER The walk will go ahead in normal weather conditions. If there’s extreme weather, we’ll post an update on the event page on the morning of the walk. ## FRIENDLY DISCLAIMER This is a **community-led social walk**, not a professional guided tour or training session. Please: * Dress appropriately for the weather * Wear comfortable shoes * Keep dogs under control and be mindful of others * Be aware of uneven paths, other walkers, cyclists, and wildlife By joining the walk, you take part at your own discretion and accept the usual risks associated with outdoor walking in public green spaces. Above all — **be kind, relaxed, and enjoy the walk** ### Follow Pawla Come hang out with us in our **WhatsApp community** — it’s where all the fun happens **Join WhatsApp:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KeiAO9uyS0aLY1QHSWbx7a](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KeiAO9uyS0aLY1QHSWbx7a) Follow & explore Pawla: **Official website:** [https://www.heypawla.com/](https://www.heypawla.com/) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/pawla.uk/](https://www.instagram.com/pawla.uk/) TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@pawla.uk/](https://www.tiktok.com/@pawla.uk/)

PLAY TOGETHER. MEET GAY MEN. MAKE FRIENDS. --- This Friend of Dorothy event is about bringing gay men together in real life to connect, laugh, and build genuine friendships. Join us for the ultimate team challenge at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience — a fast-paced, immersive adventure where you’ll work together to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and race against the clock. Split into teams of 8, you’ll move through four themed zones. Industrial, Futuristic, Medieval, and Aztec, taking on a mix of mental, physical, and skill-based games, all guided by your own Maze Master. Each challenge you complete earns you crystals and the more you collect, the more time you’ll have in the iconic Crystal Dome finale, where you’ll dive into a whirlwind of flying tokens in one last team effort. ### **What’s included:**– 60–70 minute immersive Crystal Maze experience– Team-based challenges across four themed zones– Guided by your own Maze Master– Final Crystal Dome experience With a small group, the experience is designed to make it easy to connect. You’ll be working together, cheering each other on, and sharing moments that naturally turn into conversations. No awkward small talk just shared challenges, laughs, and a bit of friendly competition. Come solo or with a friend, join a team, and get stuck in. Because sometimes the best way to meet people… is to take on something together.

🌟 **About The Event** 🌟 **The Autistic Professionals Community is a peer-led social group with events built to encourage community and social opportunities for low support needs autistic adults who are based in London and working professionally.** Whether you're a freelancer, creative, office‑based, vocational, all paths are welcome! We get together to chat, connect, and share the real‑life experience of navigating work and life as autistic adults. 🟠 **Who is this for?** This space is designed specifically for those who:🌟 * Are 18 or older * Are in some form of professional work, or are interested in pursuing and developing their professional lives. All career paths, employment / self-employment experiences and sectors are welcome! * Have low support needs (formally diagnosed or self‑identifying as autistic) and are comfortable attending events alone. * Are comfortable socialising in small groups with light moderation. * Can engage in thoughtful, respectful conversation about topics like identity, mental health and community. * This is a social, not a therapy or clinical support group. 🔵 **What to expect** * Tables of 4–5 to make conversation easier * Gentle prompts may be offered, joining in is optional; but encouraged- as we love to hear everyone's perspective! * Groups may reshuffle to broaden connections, opt out if you prefer. * Many of us stay afterwards for food/drink. This is optional; so please pay your own way. * **🎂 What Happens During the Monthly Birthday Circle?** • We pause midway through the event to celebrate members with birthdays occuring that month! • We bring out a cake, sing Happy Birthday, and birthday attendees can blow out candles together • Cake is shared with birthday guests, with an optional group photo Capacity is limited, so please RSVP if you plan to attend. 🟩 Joining & event info * Please DM an event host to join our WhatsApp group if you intend to come. * The event location is shared in WhatsApp 24 hours beforehand * For safeguarding, please use a clear, well‑lit headshot (no sunglasses, masks, heavy filters) 🧩 Accessibility & community values Let us know any access needs (quiet seating, early arrival info, etc.) We keep a simple code: be kind, consent to sensitive topics, allow processing time, and avoid unsolicited advice Language note: we avoid outdated terms and are open to feedback—our wording will continue to evolve with the community’s input 🌱 A note on fit London has many wonderful ND spaces. This event focuses on the late‑diagnosed / low support needs, working‑professionals experience. If this isn’t the right fit, that’s totally okay. We celebrate choice and encourage you to find the community that best supports you. Cost: Free to attend; venue purchases are optional **The Autistic Professionals Community** We aim to build a community of empathic and intelligent individuals to share and grow with. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* *** Tags : Autistic Adults Social Meetup \| Autism Spectrum Adults Social Gathering \| Autism Meetup Low Support Needs \| Low Support Needs Autism Meetup \| Autistic Adults Social Events \| Neurodiverse Adults Social Events \| Meetup for Autistic Adults in Full\-Time Employment \| Networking for Autistic Adults in Full\-Time Work \| Autistic Professional Networking \| Autistic Adults in Work Community \| Autistic Community \| Socializing for Adults on the Autism Spectrum \| Meetup for Autistic Adults \| Meetup for Autism \| Autism Meetup \| Social Events for Autistic Adults \| Mental Health & Development Conversations for Autistic Adults \| Autistic Professionals Building Community \| Autism Spectrum Social Group for Professionals Autistic Adults Socials and Networking Autistic Adults Socials and Networking \| Group for Socialising with Autistic Professionals \| Low Support Needs Autism Social \| Autism Meetup for Employed Adults \| Professionals with Autism Social Group \| Adults with Autism Social Group \| Autistic Social Connection Events \| Adult Autism Spectrum Social \| Low Support Needs Autism Social \| Meetup for Neurodiverse Adults with Autism \| Late Diagnosed Adults Social Group \| Meetup for Neurodiverse Adults \| Meetup for Neurodiverse Adults \| Meetup for Late Diagnosed Autistic Adults in London \| Neurodivergent Adults Socialising Meetup \| Late Diagnosed Autistic Adults Meetup \| Neurodiversity Social Meetup \| Neurodiversity Social Events \| Social Meetup for Neurodiverse and Late Diagnosed Adults

We're aiming for a very relaxed Sunday hang out. We'll set up a base in the playground opposite the Pear Tree Cafe in Battersea Park (the pirate ship playground). The kids can play. We Mums can get refreshments from the cafe and chat. Bring a picnic blanket. Bring yourselves. This is a very relaxed one before the week starts again. Look out for some pride flags but I will send out my phone number to everyone who has RSVP-ed as attending by the night before. Call me when you arrive. The park can be easily reached from: Battersea Park Station or Queenstown Road Station via overground train. Battersea Power Station tube stop via the Northern Line. There is pay and display parking in the park.

## Walk With Pawla @ Victoria Park 🌿 Join us for a relaxed, social dog walk through one of East London’s most loved green spaces. This walk is all about connection — for both dogs and humans s . *** ## 🐾 WALK DETAILS **Start Point:** Cambridge Heath railway station (Just a short 5–6 minute walk to the park) **Meet-Up Location:** Bonner Gate Sewardstone Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 9JW (Look out for the Pawla team) **Route:** A relaxed walk through Victoria Park, following open green spaces and scenic paths. **Duration:** Approx. 40–50 minutes at an easy, social pace **End Point:** Within Victoria Park (we’ll wrap up in a spacious area perfect for dogs to relax and socialise) *** ## ✨ ABOUT THE WALK This is a friendly, social dog walk designed to be calm, welcoming, and inclusive. Whether you’re coming alone or with friends, it’s easy to connect, chat, and enjoy the walk together. ✔ Friendly dogs welcome ✔ No pressure, no rush ✔ A mix of walking and socialising ✔ First-timers very welcome We’ll also be giving out free healthy dog snacks during the walk 🐶✨ *** ## 📸 PHOTOS & VIDEOS (FRIENDLY NOTICE) Pawla staff will be capturing photos and short videos throughout the walk to share in our community and on social media. By attending, you’re happy to appear in casual event content. If you’d prefer not to be filmed, just let a Pawla team member know on the day — no problem at all. *** ## 💛 COST Free to attend Just RSVP so we know numbers *** ## 🌦️ WEATHER The walk will go ahead in normal weather conditions. If there’s extreme weather, we’ll post an update on the event page on the morning of the walk. *** ## ⚠️ FRIENDLY DISCLAIMER This is a community-led social walk, not a professional guided session. Please: * Dress appropriately for the weather * Wear comfortable shoes * Keep dogs under control and be mindful of others * Be aware of other park users, cyclists, and wildlife By joining, you take part at your own discretion and accept the usual risks of outdoor group walks. *** ## 🐾 Follow Pawla Come hang out with us in our WhatsApp community — it’s where everything happens 👇 **Join WhatsApp:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KeiAO9uyS0aLY1QHSWbx7a](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KeiAO9uyS0aLY1QHSWbx7a) **Explore Pawla:** Website: [https://www.heypawla.com/](https://www.heypawla.com/) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/pawla.uk/](https://www.instagram.com/pawla.uk/) TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@pawla.uk/](https://www.tiktok.com/@pawla.uk/)

🌸 Aikido — Free Trial for Beginners! 🌸 Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that focuses on harmony rather than force. It’s suitable for all ages, genders, and fitness levels, and anyone can start at their own pace. ✨ First class FREE! Perfect for beginners — we teach the basics step by step. Aikido helps improve posture, relieve stress, and develop effective self-defence skills. 🔹 Monthly fee: £30 🔹 Open to: beginners, students, working adults, and women 🔹 Training includes: body movement, breathing, throws, and safe falls 🔹 What to bring: comfortable clothes — no uniform needed for your first class Discover yourself and improve your balance, confidence, and calm through Aikido. Come and join us — visitors and trial lessons are always welcome!

🟤 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE **£4.50 ONLY** 🟢 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE **£9.50 ONLY** 🟣 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE **£15** **Click The Link Below To Buy Tickets**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984712098313](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984712098313) In this workshop Ryan explains how it’s possible to become more funny plus the best ways to do this, what the different types of humour are with brain training exercises designed to make you sharper in this area. With practice bringing everything together in conversation at the end. 🔵 - Why it is possible to improve humour if you’re not currently very good at that area 🟣 - How to become more funny over time 🟠 - What the different types of humour are 🟢 - How to deliver humour in social situations 🔵 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills ⚫ - A challenge at the end to bring everything from the workshop together Ryan has been coaching people social skills full time for over 10 years. As a quiet & shy person he wanted to work on his own social skills & after making huge improvements plus understanding how social situations work & how to improve he developed a process to help others for every area of social skills. He has helped thousands of people over the years to improve & now has a huge following including over 180000 followers on TikTok. More info on Ryan & Social Shortcuts can be found on the website [www.socialshortcuts.com](https://www.socialshortcuts.com) After workshops we spend time hanging out together, a great opportunity to practice the workshop content & make new friends. Plus Ryan is happy to answer any questions you want to ask one to one. 🟢Workshop happening right after this: **How To Never Run Out Of Things To Say** Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 5:45 PM in **LONDON** **[Click to get a free ticket](https://eventbrite.com/e/1984712106337)**[ - eventbrite.com/e/1984712106337](https://eventbrite.com/e/1984712106337) In this workshop Ryan explains how conversations function, how to make them flow with brain training exercises that can be practiced to get sharper at conversations. This also helps conversations to be more engaging for everyone involved including yourself. 🟡 - Get rid of awkward silences in your conversations 🟤 - Make your conversations flow smoothly ⚪ - Make your conversations more engaging for everyone involved including yourself 🔴 - Indirectly benefit other areas of your social skills because if you’re not thinking about how to keep the 🟢 - conversation flowing you have more free thinking space to focus on other areas like humour or body language 🔴- Decrease your nervousness in social situations as often nervousness comes from not knowing what to say 🟣 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills 🟡 - A challenge at the end to bring everything from the workshop together In person workshops are at 40 Store St. - Store Street Espresso: London. For any questions feel free to contact Ryan or Gabriel. Please don't contact the other group organisers as they are not involved in running the event & won't be able to provide much help:
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