Autism Resource Center

Soft Skills for Workplace Success - 6/19/25, Resume Writing
2025-06-19 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
A 6-month interactive employment training series with 5 sessions to be taught by the expert staff at the Central Mass Employment Collaborative. Designed to help job seekers build the confidence and skills needed to succeed in today’s job market.
Sessions are on the 3rd Thursday of the month.
Participants must register for each individual session
Pizza to be served after group at 5 PM.
Participants must register for each individual session https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/d3p9dt9

June 19, 2025 Session is Resume Writing –
Participants will learn how to craft a strong, tailored resume that highlights their skills, experience, and goals. We’ll review different résumé formats, identify transferable skills, and talk about how to describe experiences in a clear and professional way. In breakout rooms, participants will begin drafting or updating their own resumes with support from the instructor.

ASD Adults: Painting on Wood Rounds, 6/24/25
2025-06-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
June Craft Group – For all those who enjoy painting. Join us to do a paint by number kit on wood rounds. Paint the picture on the kit you choose or just make your own picture on the wood round.

ASD Adults: Bingo & Pizza
2025-07-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Join us for a fun afternoon of Pizza and Bingo with prizes at the Pakachoag Center in Auburn.
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ASD Adults: Breezy Picnic Grounds & Water Slides
2025-07-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Join us at the beautiful breezy picnic grounds and water slides for a day of outside fun.

ASD Adults: 3D Clay Sculpting & Painting, 7/15/25
2025-07-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
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Wild About Beer and Wine, 7/18/25, Age 21+ Event
2025-07-18 17:30 - 21:30 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
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Have a great time visiting the zoo and sampling various beers and wines while supporting the Center at this popular Fundraiser. This is a 21+ event.

New Superman Man Movie, 7/20/25
2025-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Join us to see the new Superman Movie at Entertainment Cinemas in Leominster.
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Force of Motion and LEGO Fun, 7/21/25, Ages 7-12
2025-07-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Join us for Force of Motion and LEGO Fun at the Pakachoag Center in Auburn.

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Driving Safely Group - 3 Sessions
2025-07-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
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Group Description – In partnership with the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office and the Worcester Police Department, we are excited to launch our Safe Driving Group. The group is designed for licensed drivers and those with learners permits to answer questions, discuss areas that are confusing, and role playing to be better prepared when driving. We will be discussing the Blue Envelope. Interactions with law enforcement can be anxiety provoking, our hope is that interacting in a friendly, informal way will help to alleviate some of that anxiety, while providing insight into the rules of the road.
Session 1: Tuesday July 22, 5- 7 PM
Session 2: Tuesday July 29, 5- 7 PM
Session 3: Saturday August 9, 11 AM – 1 PM

Plant Slime with New England Botanical, 7/22/25, Ages 7-12
2025-07-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Activity for Ages 7-12
Join us to make your own slim! Presented by New England Botanical at Tower Hill. This event is at the Pakachoag Center in Auburn.
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Sensory Friendly Evening at NE Botanical Gardens At Tower Hill
2025-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Open to all ages

ASD Adults: Mini Golf & Ice Cream, 7/31/25
2025-07-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Join us for one of our most popular summer events, Mini Golf and Ice Cream at the West End Creamery.

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Music with Rainanne
2025-08-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Packachoag Center, 203 Packachoag Street, Auburn, MA, 01501, United States
Come sing along with us.

Lego-Force of Motion
2025-08-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Packachoag Center, 203 Packachoag Street, Auburn, MA, 01501, United States
Open to ages7-12 years

Block Party/SOLD OUT
2025-08-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States

The Bad Guys 2
2025-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Entertainment Cinema, 45 Sack Blvd, Leominster, MA, 01453, United States

Family Bingo/ Sold out
2025-08-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Packachoag Center, 203 Packachoag Street, Auburn, MA, 01501, United States

Mario Kart and Smash Bros Tournament
2025-09-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Open to ages 16+

Adaptive Exercise Ages 16+
2025-09-08 17:00 - 17:45 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Open to ages 16+
Session 1- 5-5:45
Session 2- 6-6:45

Tee Up for Autism Golf Tournament
2025-09-12 07:30 - 16:00 | Cyprian Keyes Golf Club, 284 East Temple Street, Boylston, MA, 01505, United States
18+ event

Adaptive Exercise Ages 16+
2025-09-15 05:00 - 17:45
Open to ages 16+
Session 1 – 5-5:45 pm
Session 2- 6-645 pm

Adults: Interviewing Skills Workshop
2025-09-18 15:00 - 17:00
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Participants will explore what makes a strong interview, from first impressions to answering behavioral questions. We’ll discuss common interview questions, appropriate dress, and demeanor (for in-person and virtual interviews), and how to follow up after an interview. Participants will roleplay mock interviews in breakout rooms and receive feedback to help improve their delivery and build confidence.
Pizza will be served from 3 – 5 PM.

Adaptive Exercise Ages 16+ Sessions 1 and 2
2025-09-22 17:00 - 17:45 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Open to ages 16+
Session 1 5-5:45
Session 2 5-5:45

ASD Adults: Claytime
2025-09-23 15:00 - 17:00
Come and join us at Claytime and pick out a piece of pottery to paint. Items will be ready to be picked up in about 2 weeks at Claytime or at the Center
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ASD Adults: Apple Picking
2025-09-28 11:00 - 13:00
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/kjaegtvBack by popular demand, join us for Apple Picking and cider and doughnuts at Stowe Farm in Millbury MA.

Adaptive Exercise 16+ Sessions 1&2
2025-09-29 17:00 - 17:45 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Open to Ages 16+
Session 1 5-5:45
Session 2 6-6:45

ASD Adults: Lego Group
2025-10-02 14:00 - 15:30
Join our special request group for October – Adult Lego Group. Legos are enjoyed by people of all ages. Come and choose a Lego kit to build or make your own design. All participants will be able to take their Lego creation home
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ASD Adults: Holy Cross vs. Harvard Football
2025-10-04 14:00 - 16:00
Join us for a fun fall Saturday afternoon to watch Holy Cross vs. Harvard Football at the Holy Cross College in Worcester
$300 Fee – Includes: Ticket, hat, hot dog, burger, or sausage, and drink

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Adaptive Exercise Ages 16+ Sessions 1 & 2
2025-10-06 17:00 - 17:45 | Autism Resource Central, 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, 01605, United States
Ages 16+
Session 1- 5-5:45
Session 2- 6-6:45

ASD Adults: Music with Raianne
2025-10-07 18:30 - 19:30
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hapuffwFor those who enjoy music, join musician Raianne Richards for a sing-along for the first of 3 monthly music groups on the first Tuesday from October – December from 6:30 – 7:30 at the Center. Also, participate in deciding the music activity for next month.
