Autism Families CONNECTicut's Birthday Bash

 Since July 14, 2010, Autism Families CONNECTicut (AFC) has provided a place for autistic kids to play, for teens and young adults to be totally themselves, and for the whole family to have a sense of community.

Celebrate the 12th anniversary of AFC becoming a charity - and all the families we've served since then - at our informal *outdoor* all-ages Brewery Birthday Bash!

We're bringing the AFC community together for this FUNdraiser to celebrate fun, friends, and connection. Check out the brewery grounds, rad cars at "Cruise Night" from 4-8, live music by "Two Guys Named Jeff", and let's party!

'Friend' ticket ($35) includes one drink ticket, $5 for the Rustic StrEats food truck, a cupcake, games, and a donation to AFC.

'Pal' ticket ($10) includes a cupcake, games, and a donation to AFC.

All funds raised support the CONNECTION to each other that people and families with autism crave and deserve. We have fun Family Events planned in 2022 - Beach Day, our Holiday Party, a *magical* summer surprise - but they can ONLY happen with your help.

Please say you'll join us!

-Your Friends at AFC

HBDAFC FAQs

Can I get tickets at the door?

• Yes! Pre-registration is preferred so we have enough cupcakes for everyone, but last minute guests are welcome!

Can kids come?

• Yes! This is a family-friendly event.
• We (and the brewery) ask that children be supervised, but we are happy to have them!
• The Pal ticket would be the best choice for kiddos.

Will there be food?

• Food will be available for purchase at the Rustic StrEats food truck.
• "Friends" will receive $5 to use at the food truck at check-in.
• We will have cupcakes. Availability based on pre-registration.
• You can bring your own food and snacks as well. Picnics welcome!

Can you BYOB?

• No. No outside alcohol may be consumed on the premises

What's the timeline look like?

• 4pm: Brewery opens to the public. Early birds will have a perch!
• 4-8pm: Thursday is "Cruise Night". Check out the classic cars (and say hey to our good friend Wayne Carini!)
• 5pm-5:30pm: Registration opens
• 5pm-8pm: We will have games out for entertainment: Giant Jenga, Cornhole, Ladder Ball, Bocce and Connect 4!
• 7:30pm: Drawing for 50/50 and teacup auction. Winning tickets will be posted.
• 8pm: Wrap up and departure. The brewery closes at 8pm. Sorry for the confusion!

I can't be there until later than 5:30pm. Is that ok?

• Absolutely! This is meant to be an informal FUN get together. Don't stress!
• Keep in mind auction winners will be drawn at 7:30pm and that we will wrap up at 8pm.

Still have questions? Contact our Office Manager Alicia Bray at [email protected].