Autism Community Store

Looking for a place to connect, make friends, and explore new interests? The REVEL Lounge offers a welcoming community for adults 18+ with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities. Join the fun, build friendships, and discover new experiences together!

🎶 Love live music but need a little extra support to feel comfortable attending concerts? 🎶

We're excited to partner with Sharing in the Groove, a Colorado nonprofit, which is hosting a summer concert pilot series designed to help autistic and neurodivergent adults enjoy live music in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Participants will receive:
🎵 Pre-show meetups
🎵 Sensory support tools
🎵 Personalized planning and support
🎵 In-venue assistance during the concert
🎵 Opportunities to connect with others who share a love of music

This pilot is open to adults (18+) with autism and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities who are interested in attending concerts at Levitt Pavilion.

Interested in learning more or joining the summer pilot? Scan the QR code on the flyer or complete the interest form here:

📋 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOb2vrnw2YajAOhgxp5qk0AHYQzdikHIdmX2Mzc2CEXi3a-A/viewform

We're excited to see more autistic and neurodivergent adults enjoying Colorado's live music community this summer! 🎶💙

Día de Concienciación sobre la Discapacidad: Unbridled Rodeo en la Feria

Developmental Pathways se complace en colaborar con Douglas County Fair & Rodeo para presentar el Unbridled Rodeo (Rodeo Sin Riendas), un evento gratuito, familiar e inclusivo para personas con discapacidad y sus seres queridos.

Fecha: miércoles, 29 de julio de 2026
Hora: 10:00 a.m. - 13:00 p.m.
Ubicación: Arena cubierta del Recinto Ferial del Condado de Douglas 500 Fairgrounds Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Acompáñenos para disfrutar de actividades adaptativas con temática de rodeo y del oeste

• Carreras de caballos de palo

• M***a mecánica de toros

• Lazo vaquero

• Manualidades y baile Estaciones sensoriales táctiles

• Un espacio sensorial tranquilo y calmante

• Visitas de mini caballos terapéuticos

• ¡Y mucho más!

Se proporcionarán muestras de comida y bebida. Se podrán comprar refrescos y aperitivos adicionales.

Los encargados de estacionamiento te guiarán hasta el estacionamiento el mismo día, y habrá estacionamiento accesible para personas con discapacidad.

Tenga en cuenta que cada persona que participe en el Día de Concientización sobre la Discapacidad deberá completar este formulario (o su propia confirmación de asistencia) con fines de registro: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019dbaf4efcf7774ab62348f22844236
Este evento es gratuito y no se requieren boletos. Encontrará más detalles en el sitio web de la Feria y Rodeo del Condado de Douglas.

Disability Awareness Day: Unbridled Rodeo at Douglas County Fair & Rodeo 2026

Developmental Pathways is excited to partner with Douglas County Fair & Rodeo to present the Unbridled Rodeo, a free, family-friendly, inclusive event for individuals with disabilities and their loved ones!

Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Indoor Arena, Douglas County Fairgrounds
500 Fairgrounds Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Join us for rodeo and western-themed adaptive activities:
• Stick horse racing

• Mechanical bull riding

• Cowboy roping

• Crafts and dancing

• Sensory touch stations

• A quiet, calming sensory space

• Visits from therapeutic mini horses

• And much more!

Food and drink samples will be provided. Additional refreshments/snacks will be available for purchase.

Parking attendants will guide you to the parking lot on the day of, and accessible parking will be available for those with disabilities.

Please note that each individual participating in Disability Awareness Day will need to complete this form/their own RSVP for tracking purposes: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019dbaf4efcf7774ab62348f22844236
This event is free, and tickets are not required. More details are available on the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo website.

Join us next Saturday 6/20 for Art Meetup-
Bad Art Day with Autistic Artist Amethyst Stever

This is a FREE activity open to everyone💜
All ages. all abilities. no expectations.

📍 Autism Community Store

🗓️ Saturday June 20th

⏰ 1-2:30pm

⭐️ All art materials will be provided

Save the Date!

Join The Colorado Disability Opportunity Office (CDOO) and ACI for our Disability Pride Month Celebration on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at Atlantis Community Inc. in Denver!

Come celebrate disability community, advocacy, and pride with us. More details coming soon!

Atlantis Community Inc.
201 S. Cherokee St.
Denver, CO 80223

Alt-Text: Save the date flyer for a Disability Pride Month Celebration hosted by Atlantis Community Inc. The flyer has a bright blue background with white text and a rainbow accent along the right side. Large text reads “Disability Pride Month Celebration.” Event details include Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Atlantis, 201 S. Cherokee St., Unit 100, Denver, CO 80223. The Atlantis Community Inc. logo appears on the lower right, along with logos for the Colorado Disability Opportunity Office and Colorado for All campaign branding at the bottom.

Accessing and Connecting Transition Pathways: Employment and Disability Benefits

Monday, June 15, 2026
12:30 - 2:00 PM (MT)

Register Here: https://secure.touchnet.net/C20369_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1541

This presentation provides an overview of benefits, employment pathways, and community support available to students and youth as part of transitioning into adulthood. Participants will learn how benefits planning, education-to-employment transitions, and community-based resources work together to support meaningful employment, financial stability, and overall well-being.

Learning objectives:

By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:
• Identify and differentiate key child and adult benefit programs, including eligibility, access points, and age-related considerations.
• Explain the role and importance of benefits planning in supporting employment and long-term financial stability.
• Describe career pathways and employment models, including supported employment, customized employment, individual placement and support.
• Recognize available transition and community support resources that are available.

Speakers:
• Melanie Honsbruch, CPWIC, Curriculum Developer/Trainer, Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) - JFK Partners
• Brian Dean, MA, CRC, Program Developer/Trainer, Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) - JFK Partners

Intended audience:
• Students & Youth (Age 14-26) with Disability and/or Chronic Health Condition(s)
• Parents/Guardians/Caregivers of Transition Age Students/Youth
• Services Providers, Professionals, and All Others who are Interested

Accommodations, including captioning and Spanish interpretation, may be requested during registration. Accommodation requests should be submitted no later than June 1, 2026.

University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

🔎 Looking for guidance on disability employment services in Colorado?
PEAK Parent Center in partnership Jewish Family Service of Colorado
are presenting a FREE VIRTUAL SESSION covering:

✅ DVR services
✅ Waivers and employment supports
✅ Recent policy changes
✅ Local workforce resources

📅 June 11 | 6–7 PM
💻 Virtual
🔗 Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/43I45Px

Residents of Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert County are encouraged to attend, as local resources will be highlighted.