Recent Respites
Salem Salem
In the begining of August we had a wonderful group stay overnight in the dorms at Salem State. We also enjoyed a fun cruise around Salem Harbor.
Medford
At the end of September we stayed at an Airbnb in Medford. We took the train to the Museum of Science where we enjoyed the sloth, artic, and dinosaur exhibits.
Market Square - Lynnfield
Saturday, October 19th
10am-1pm
Enjoy a festive morning filled with festive snacks, fun activities for the kids, and a chance to capture special family moments with personalized pumpkins.
NorthShore’s Health & Wellness Expo 2024
Topsfield Fairgrounds 11am-4pm
Mark your calendars for a day of holistic exploration and community connection at the North Shore’s Health & Wellness Expo on November 2nd, 2024, hosted by the North Shore Wellnesspreneurs (NSW) group! Register Now and Secure Your Spot in Wellness History!
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Sensory-Friendly Days at Halloween
on the Hill
Long Hill - Beverly
October 18 & 25 4pm-5pm
This offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and a quieter sensory-sensitive environment in the midst of our Halloween on the Hill event. This earlier timeframe on select dates is ideal for those who might have little ones, need to make it home early, have a family member with sensory sensitivities, or need accessibility assistance.
Advance purchase of tickets required
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Brooksby Farm
Fall Fest
Celebrate Fall on the farm! Vendors include:
North Shore Children's Museum
Breaking Grounds Cafe
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Savy Little Playhouse
Granite Coast Brewing Company
And More!
ARTS UNBOUND FESTIVAL
A free inclusive arts festival in Boston on Saturday, October 19th from 10am-5pm Join the United Dance team for a day of dancing, music-making, and art creation. Enjoy a variety of activities including art stations, photo booths, storytelling, games, and more!
UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) Expert Speaker Event Fall 2024:
“Employment
and Neurodiversity.”
Yenn Purkis, Autistic and ADHD advocate, author and consultant
Yenn Purkis will talk about their experiences of employment as a multiply neurodivergent person. Yenn was employed by the Australian Public Service for 17 years and is now self-employed. Yenn will cover how employers can support and benefit from hiring neurodivergent staff and how to promote inclusion and advocacy at work.
When: Thursday 17th October 6-7:30 p.m. EST
Where: Virtual via Zoom (the Zoom link is available during registration). Please register here: Subheading Cost: Free Biography:
Yenn Purkis is an autistic and ADHD advocate and author. Yenn is the author of 17 published books and has presented all over the world including for TEDx Canberra (twice - in 2013 and 2023). Yenn has received many awards over the years including the 2016 ACT Volunteer of the year award and the 2019 ACT Chief Minister’s Inclusion Award. Yenn is passionate about advocacy and loves their work. Yenn also has a Masters degree in Fine Art. Yenn lives in Canberra, Australia with their kitty, Sunflower.
Connecting You(th)
A monthly Zoom for young adults, by young adults
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: butter, bread, cheddar cheese, apples, bacon, Dijon mustard Follow the recipe here Should you charge your phone
Recipe of the Season:
Grilled Cheese with Apple and Bacon
The Sharing Space
A virtual event for adult siblings of those with disabilities
The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend support. Join them on Zoom to meet other siblings, hear about their experiences, and learn from one another. * This event is free to participate in.
All dates 2024: October 17 – November 21 – December 19
To RSVP visit here or contact info@masiblingsupport.org or (617) 8070558
Meets via zoom the last Tuesday monthly at 6:30pm
Spotlight:
Massachusetts Coalition to Build Community & End Loneliness
The mission of the coalition is to ensure all residents of the Commonwealth feel connected to their community by mobilizing local organizations, thought leaders, and other partners to join forces and use our collective resources and ingenuity for maximum impact.