Happy 2020, it is a New Year, and a new decade! My hope is that this year brings us all laughter, good health and some wonderful new memories! I try not to set resolutions and make promises … Read More >>
Featured Stories
A Letter To Marky On His 17th Birthday
Dear Marky, Today you turn 17. I cannot believe it. I truly do not know how the time has gone by so quickly. I also wish with all my might that I could slow it all down. The future scares me. I don't … Read More >>
Cookin’ With Carissa- Sausage, Bean & Kale Soup
It's been cold enough for soup! I love soup but my husband only likes them if it is super cold out. I made this one and he said it was. my best yet! HA! It was yummy, hearty and … Read More >>
18th Annual Autism Society Central Virginia 5K & Family Fun Day
The 18th Annual Autism Society Central Virginia 5K & Family Fun Day will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Stony Point Fashion Park. This family-friendly event will include on-stage … Read More >>
17 Gifts I’ve Gotten From My Son As He Turns 17
Often, my writings focus on the areas I struggle with, or my areas of concern with raising our son who has Autism, Today, I am going to share some of the things I am can celebrate. This does not mean … Read More >>
WHOOO’S KnowDifferent
Cole’s Corner. Graduation
Hello, Internet! Cole here. As of this writing, it is the 27th of June. The springtime is over, the school year is over, and my time at high school is over. That’s right – after four years of toil and … Read More >>
Sharing What SPARC’s Live Art Has Done For One Family
My son, Eli, has had the privilege of performing in SPARC’s LIVE ART for the last 4 years. The LIVE ART program is for youth with and without disabilities in the Richmond community. The students work … Read More >>
Other Stories
CJ’s Thumbs Up Ball
It's time, once again, for CJ's Thumbs Up Ball presented by Dominion Energy. We will be back at 23 Sesame Street in Richmond and will start earlier (3:00 PM)! Dress up fancy or as you favorite … Read More >>
DSAGR Winter Events
Looking for things to do in January? Come join us at these events. RSVP using RSVP@dsagr.org … Read More >>
Cameron Gallagher Foundation Upcoming Workshops
Mindful Mondays- register here Led mindful practice for middle school and high school students. Held at Steward School’s Bryan Innovation Lab, as well as carefully selected locations throughout RVA … Read More >>
ASCV’s January Sensory Friendly Movie at The Byrd: Malificent-Mistress of Evil
Join the ASCV this Saturday, January 18th for its monthly sensory friendly movie at The Byrd Theatre & Foundation! … Read More >>
GalaxyCon Richmond is Coming & We Have A Coupon Code
GalaxyCon Richmond is More Than a Comic Con! It’s a 3-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, creators, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, fan groups, gamers, panelists, streamers, wrestlers, … Read More >>
January Ausome Movie: The Iron Giant
Ausome Movies is a monthly free sensory friendly film series for children with special sensory needs and their families. Call 804-401-7007 ext 210 to reserve your space. This month's Ausome Movie … Read More >>
Science Museum of Virginia’s Minds of All Kinds on February 3rd
A sensory friendly evening at the Science Museum of Virginia developed for guests with disABILITIES. When: Monday, February 3, 2020 at 4pm-8pm Enjoy a less crowded environment as you get … Read More >>
The Ladybug Fund Winetasting & Silent Auction
Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Ladybug Fund Winetasting & Silent Auction on Friday, April 24, 2020. Enjoy fine European and West Coast wines and a variety of culinary … Read More >>
CKG Foundation’s SpeakUp LightUp
Join The CKG Foundation on January 24th as we light up the night for teen mental health. When: January 24, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Where: Dewey Gottwald Center, 2301 W Leigh … Read More >>
Next Steps January 2020 Monthly Speaker Series: ABC’s of Behavior
Please join us on Thursday, January 30th for our first Monthly Speaker Series event for 2020. Our speakers will be our very own Director (Dr. Katie Topham) and our Assistant Director (Jen Wade). We … Read More >>