Coffee, Tea, Autism & More Delaware County

09/03/2026

And don’t forget to submit artwork for the holiday card art contest!

We are EXTENDING our art submissions to be featured on our 2026 Holiday Cards, which will be available for purchase later this year. 🎨

We’d love to feature even more amazing artists from our Autism community! We haven’t received as many submissions as we hoped, so there’s still time to get your artwork in!

Who can participate:
Anyone with a connection to Autism in one of the twelve counties we serve.

Important dates:
Submission deadline: Tuesday, September 8th 📅
Winners announced: Friday, September 18th 📅

12 winners will be selected to have their original artwork featured on this year's Holiday Cards. ✉🎅🏽

Submit your artwork here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4Btri40XDyrdF9w9I6j4AWqBIxiV3O5lo0VvYJQf4KpplTw/viewform?usp=header

For any additional questions please contact Amy Zender at [email protected]

09/03/2026

Spread the word! And remember to vote!

On November 3, 2026, Delaware County voters will be asked to consider a 1.8 mill levy to fund the Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DCBDD). Our 2.0 mill levy expired on December 31, 2025, and final collections of that levy end on December 31, 2026.

This levy will continue funding essential services that support over 2,300 children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families throughout Delaware County. Our mission is to inspire, empower, and support people to achieve their full potential, and levy funds are critical in achieving that objective.

People supported by DCBDD have a wide variety of developmental disabilities, such as Autism, Blindness, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Seizure Disorder, Spina Bifida, Traumatic Brain Injury – any condition that occurs during the developmental period and results in lifelong disabilities.

Learn more about the levy at dcbdd.org/levy

08/29/2026

See you tonight at 6pm for a social at Standardized Brewing!

08/18/2026

For those thinking about potty training right now!

📣 Potty Training Seminar for Parents & Caregivers! 🚽

Potty training can come with plenty of questions—and we’re here to help! Join us for an informative Potty Training Seminar with Emily Carruthers, M.A., from the Collaborative Learning Center.

Participants will learn about:

✨ How to identify if your child is ready
🎯 Reinforcement strategies
👀 Visual interventions
📅 Using schedules
🔄 The importance of consistency

There will also be an opportunity to ask personalized questions and get practical guidance!

Emily Carruthers, M.A., has worked as an ABA Behavioral Consultant for more than 24 years and has provided training for organizations including the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio, Easter Seals, the Franklin County Board of DD, the Delaware County Board of DD, and numerous private families.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 West Jefferson Community Center
230 Cemetery Rd
West Jefferson, OH 43162

💲 Fee: $10 per participant
⚠️ Spots are limited!

👉 Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xg6yect?source_id=adb84ac0-81e0-4077-8b32-f2838210c0ed&source_type=em&c=QVXCHHSmlI47ZkVDqgLhmblhosTclzmoJdjoq5lVYhpsKneVgUn_kA==

08/18/2026

Another sensory friendly movie at the Strand this Saturday too!!

🎬💙 Sensory-Friendly Movie Day at The Strand Theatre! 🍿

Looking for a fun, welcoming movie experience for the whole family? Join us at the Strand Theatre in Delaware for a special sensory-friendly showing of Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie!

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 9:30 AM | Movie starts at 10:00 AM
🎟️ Admission: $6 per person

🍿🥤 BONUS! The first 25 tickets purchased will receive FREE popcorn and a FREE drink, courtesy of Autism Society Central Ohio!

This special screening is designed with sensory needs in mind, featuring lights on and reduced volume in one of the theatre’s downstairs screens. It’s a great opportunity for individuals with sensory sensitivities to enjoy a movie in a more comfortable and supportive environment. 💙

Grab your tickets and come enjoy a morning at the movies! 🎥✨

08/18/2026

This Saturday at New Beginnings! Come out to see Amy!!

🚗💨 We're REVVVING up with excitement for our 3rd Annual Let's Get Revvved Up for Autism Car Show at New Beginnings Church this SATURDAY!!

Come have FUN - Check out cool cars, goodie bags for the first 50 kids, yard games, food trucks, a DJ and and chance for 20 kids to be a guest judge and more.

Come SUPPORT a great CAUSE - There will be raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, a bake sale, and more. All proceeds will benefit ASCO!

Need something to wear to the event? Can't make it but still want to support the cause? Grab some some car show merch!

Merch Store: https://revvv-up-for-autism.myspreadshop.com/

*Please note this is not a sensory friendly event (although we will have a sensory room available) Revvving cars may be loud and there will be loud music during the event.

08/09/2026

No meeting today! Just a reminder that our August event will be a social at Standardized Brewing on Saturday, 8/29 at 6pm. Hope to see you then!

Standardized Brewing | Lewis Center, OH | Serving craft beer and coffee. Learn more about the brewery.

08/03/2026

Cuts for a Cause!

Have you heard? Focus on Abilities, in partnership with Barber Shop Social and The Henrietta “Hetty” Cuzzer Charitable Trust are providing FREE sensory-friendly haircuts on August 11th.

Spots are limited, so book your appointment here: https://tinyurl.com/Focusonabilities

07/24/2026

We will NOT be meeting at the regularly scheduled times in August and September due to vacations, work, and just the general craziness of back-to-school.

We WILL however be meeting at Standardized Brewing for a social meeting on 8/29 at 6pm. https://www.standardizedbrewing.com/

The September meeting will be another social event for the Horse Parade, which runs by Laura's house. Stay tuned for more details!!

07/14/2026

Enter ASCO Autism Society Central Ohio's holiday art contest!!

ASCO is excited to bring back our🎄Holiday Art Contest⛄for a second year. We were blown away by all the wonderful submissions last year and are even more excited to see what our community can come up with this year!

We’re currently accepting art submissions to be featured on our 2026 Holiday Cards, which will be available for purchase later this year. 🎨

Who can participate:
Anyone with a connection to Autism in one of the twelve counties we serve.

Important dates:
Submission deadline: Monday, August 31st 📅
Winners announced: Friday, September 4th📅

12 winners will be selected to have their original artwork featured on this year's Holiday Cards. ✉🎅🏽

Submit your artwork here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4Btri40XDyrdF9w9I6j4AWqBIxiV3O5lo0VvYJQf4KpplTw/viewform?usp=dialog

For any additional questions please contact Amy Zender at [email protected]