Celebrating Adults with Autism: A day of creativity, community and connection

The recent Adult Autism Awareness event was a vibrant celebration filled with engaging activities, artistic expression and vital community resources. Hosted with enthusiasm and care, the event brought together participants of all ages for a memorable day of fun and support.

Guests enjoyed a variety of hands-on experiences, including creative art painting provided by the Texas Art League – Luling, innovative pottery design sessions led by Purple Pottery – Gonzales, and therapeutic gardening with Come & Grow It.

Sensory games added to the experience, ensuring that attendees of all sensory preferences felt included and engaged. There was a photo booth by #Foto Fun – Joe Melgar.

A strong lineup of local organizations was on hand to offer resources and services. The Gonzales Community Health Center conducted essential health screenings, while representatives from CHCSCT, Bluebonnet Trails Community Services, the Lions Noon Club of Gonzales, and Arbors of Allen Day Care Services – Gonzales provided valuable information and support to families and individuals alike.

The entertainment continued with a lively dance performance from the Come and Take It Dance Team, delighting the audience with their energy and talent.

Volunteers from New Generation GTX were instrumental in ensuring the event ran smoothly, assisting with table management and helping to maintain a welcoming, clean environment throughout the day.

Outside, guests were treated to a “Hot Diggity” time with delicious food and refreshments. Hot dogs, generously donated by the COPE committee, nachos from Eri’s Snacks Y Mas, and refreshing lemonade served by the always-popular Shelton Boyz Lemonade stand added the perfect flavor to the festivities.

The excitement built toward the event’s grand finale: a raffle drawing for an array of incredible prizes. Lucky winners took home items including a 55-inch screen TV, a karaoke machine, an outdoor movie projector and screen, an 11th-generation iPad, and a wood-burning grill.

At the close of the event, one message rang loud and clear: autism has no age limit — it’s a family affair. The day was a beautiful reminder of the strength, creativity, and unity within the adult autism community.