Autistic Singles & Friends Night at Dolcezza

### Autistic Adult Singles Meetup at Dolcezza Gelato (Ages 20s–40s)

📍 Dolcezza Gelato, Bethesda Lane (downtown Bethesda, Maryland)
🕕 Arrive between 6:00–7:00 PM | Event ends around 7:30 PM

Join us for a relaxed, low-pressure evening designed for autistic adults in their 20s, 30s, and early 40s who want to meet new people — and possibly make a romantic connection — in a supportive, understanding environment.

We’ll meet at Dolcezza Gelato on Bethesda Lane, where you can order a gelato or coffee inside and then join the group outside on the patio. (They occasionally have firepits available, but please bring a jacket and cold weather accessories — it will be chilly!) There’s limited indoor seating, so most of our group will gather outdoors if possible.

This event is hosted by Kate Inez Harrington, matchmaker and founder of Neurodivergent District, who will help facilitate introductions and make sure everyone feels comfortable. If you’re feeling shy, Kate can help you connect with others — and if you’d like, you can message her afterward if you felt a spark with someone but didn’t get to exchange information.

Participants include adults with a range of neurodivergent experiences, including those who may have higher support needs than you. Some may live and/or work independently but benefit from gentle structure in social settings. Please come with kindness, patience, and openness.

Note: Historically, autism events draw more men than women, so male attendees should be aware the gender ratio may be uneven. Still, the goal remains the same — to practice connection, conversation, and community. Come to make friends, too!

Please Don't Forget:

• Arrive anytime between 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Kate will stay until about 7:30.
• Bring a jacket — we’ll plan to sit outdoors and it will be chilly.
• You’re welcome whether you’re open to dating or simply want to meet others in a friendly, understanding setting.