Meetup. Connect. Belong.
Common Ground Society offers ongoing meetups for members of our community, along with special events throughout the year. Here you’ll find a description of our regular meetup groups—spaces to connect, learn, and build meaningful relationships. For a full view of upcoming meetups and special events, be sure to check out our calendar.
Caregiver Meetups
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Join others to delve into discussions about books that highlight disability voices.
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A welcoming space for caregivers to bond with others who truly understand the joys and challenges of caregiving.
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A chance for moms to connect with other moms who truly understand their experiences.
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A space for dads to meet and connect with others who understand their journey.
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A gathering to collaborate on IEPs, 504 plans, IFSPs, IPPs, or any matters related to medical, special education, disability, or advocacy.
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An opportunity for partners of neurodivergent individuals to support each other and connect.
Kids & Tweens Meetups
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A support group tailored for siblings aged 7 to 17 who have a brother or sister with disabilities.
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A strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming play group for neurodivergent children aged 9 to 12.
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A fun evening of bingo, buddies and prizes for children ages 9-14.
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A playgroup designed for children aged five and under and their families - siblings welcome.
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A gathering for families featuring diverse activities and locations.
Teen & Adult Meetups
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Enjoy a night of fun, prizes, and bingo, fostering a sense of belonging for neurodivergent teens and adults.
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Two monthly events for neurodivergent adults to forge new connections.
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Come and play the game of “Magic the Gathering” with other neurodivergent teens and adults.
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A welcoming environment for teens and adults with disabilities to connect and engage in a variety of activities with peers.
Upcoming Meetup Events
Check out the details for some of our upcoming meetups below and see a full list of events on our Calendar.
Registration Required for All Events
To help us plan welcoming, well-prepared events for our community, advance registration is required for all Common Ground Society events. Please reserve one ticket for every person attending, including participants, parents, caregivers, support staff, siblings, and other family members. Most events are free, and you do not need to bring a physical ticket with you—we simply need an accurate count of everyone attending. Important: You must select the number of tickets you need when registering. Submitting your name without selecting tickets does not reserve your spot, even if you receive an automated confirmation email. Many of our events have limited capacity, so if your plans change, please let us know as soon as possible at supportcoordinator@commongroundsociety.org. This may allow us to offer your spot to another family. Thank you for helping us plan responsibly, respect our community partners’ capacity limits, and continue creating spaces where everyone can connect and belong.