Follow the Spectrum

05/05/2026

🐷 14th Annual Pig Pickin of Autism on May 16th

🎉 A long-running local favorite is back with food, music, and a purpose as the Cape Beard presents the 14th Annual Pig Pickin event supporting two local autism organizations

🎈 Saturday May 16th from 10AM – 5PM
Fort Bragg Harley Davidson
@ 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd, Fayetteville NC

🍖 $7 BBQ plates available throughout the day

🎶 Family friendly atmosphere with live music, great food, and tons of vendors to explore

💙 Benefitting The School of Hope and Autism Society of North Carolina

🙌 100% of proceeds will be donated to support these impactful organizations: School of Hope autism school of Fayetteville and Autism Society

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more details

☀️ A great way to enjoy the day while giving back to the community and supporting autism awareness efforts

05/02/2026

⚽ Adaptive Soccer Event For All Abilities

💚 Kick It For Kwirkz is bringing the community together for an inclusive afternoon of adaptive soccer, connection, and fun designed for individuals of all abilities.

🙌 Sunday, June 28, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (rain or shine)
🏙️ Event Field: 3414 Bullard St, Hope Mills NC
⚽ Across from The Hive – Hope Mills Parks & Rec

🎯 Check-in at The Hive of Hope Mills

🎉 What To Expect
⚽ Adaptive soccer stations
🎶 Live music
🍔 Food and refreshments
🤝 Family-friendly environment with meaningful connections

💸 Admission is FREE and open to all abilities

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to participate or volunteer

📞 919-622-5298
🌐 kwirkz.net
📧 [email protected]

💡 A great opportunity for families, friends, and the special needs community to come together, stay active, and enjoy a welcoming space.

04/29/2026

2026 Autism Festival Recap Pics
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04/28/2026

04/22/2026

☀️ Resources, Connections, and Empowerment at Autism Festival 2026

🧠 At the heart of the Follow the Spectrum Autism Festival 2026 was something deeper than activities and entertainment—a powerful resource fair that brought together providers, organizations, and professionals dedicated to supporting autism families in meaningful ways.

🤝 Throughout the day, booths were filled with real conversations. Parents connected directly with ABA providers, therapy teams, and community organizations, asking questions, learning about services, and finding support tailored to their child’s needs. These weren’t just tables—they were opportunities for guidance, clarity, and next steps for families navigating autism.

🎤 Several organizations also took time to speak and engage with the crowd, sharing insight, encouragement, and valuable information. Around them, others created welcoming spaces where families could stop, laugh, interact, and feel comfortable while learning. The balance of education and genuine connection made the experience stand out.

💙 This resource presence is what makes this event so important. It gives families access to trusted providers in one place, helping remove barriers and making it easier to find the right support. It’s about empowering parents, uplifting children, and strengthening the entire autism community.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to all of the providers and organizations who showed up, engaged with families, and poured into this event. Your presence made a lasting impact.

🌐 Learn more:
FollowTheSpectrumNC.com

🤝 Special thanks to the sponsors who made it all possible:

Breaking Barriers Behavioral Services, BrightBridge ABA, Ben Stout Construction, Epic Minds Therapy, Inspired Horizons, Kind Behavioral Health, Community Connections ABA Services, Action Behavior Centers, Brighter Strides ABA, Supportive Care ABA, Autry Behavioral Consultants and Resources, Almeida Behavioral Therapy, Butterfly Effects, Truth Behavioral Health, Prosperity Path LLC, Sweet Valley Ranch, FayToday News, WatchOut Cumberland County NC

04/22/2026

AUSTIM FESTIVAL 2026: Creativity, Capes, And Community

🦸‍♂️ From the entrance, you could feel it—kids in bright red superhero capes stepping into a space built just for them. Families walked in to music, smiles, and a full lineup of activities that immediately set the tone for a day focused on inclusion, fun, and support.

🎨 Throughout the festival, children moved from one experience to the next—hands-on crafts hosted by Follow the Spectrum, interactive play zones by Sound Sensory Therapeutic Playhouse, and plenty of moments to stop and take photos along the way. Every section offered something different, giving kids the freedom to explore, create, and just be themselves.

📸 The photo areas stayed busy as families captured the day, while others gathered around activity stations, watching their kids engage, learn, and enjoy the moment. It wasn’t just about having things to do—it was about creating an environment where every child felt comfortable jumping in.

💙 This is what makes this event stand out—real experiences, real engagement, and a space where families can show up and feel at ease from the very first step inside.

🌐 Learn more:
FollowTheSpectrumNC.com

🤝 Special thanks to the sponsors who made it all possible:
Breaking Barriers Behavioral Services, BrightBridge ABA, Ben Stout Construction, Epic Minds Therapy, Inspired Horizons, Kind Behavioral Health, Community Connections ABA Services, Action Behavior Centers, Brighter Strides ABA, Supportive Care ABA, Autry Behavioral Consultants and Resources, Almeida Behavioral Therapy, Butterfly Effects, Truth Behavioral Health, Prosperity Path LLC, Sweet Valley Ranch, FayToday News, WatchOut Cumberland County NC

04/22/2026

☀️ Moments From Autism Festival 2026 🎊

🎉 There’s something special about seeing families step into a space that was truly built for them. From the moment guests arrived at the Crown Complex, the energy was different—kids empoweered, parents connecting, and a full day shaped around inclusion, resources, and real community support.

🔥 Even with the weather in the 90s mid April, the crowd stayed strong. From resources to fun, it was a full experience from start to finish.

📸 These photos highlight one of the best parts of the day—families stepping up to the backdrop and capturing the moment. You can see the pride, the excitement, and the joy on every face. For many, this wasn’t just a picture—it was a memory from a day where their child felt seen and celebrated.

💙 This is what Follow the Spectrum is about—creating experiences where families don’t have to search for belonging… it’s already there when they arrive. Stay connected. We're still learning and advocating for you! So help us to grow, to make an impact, and to spread joy at every event or program throughout the year!

🌐 Learn more:
FollowTheSpectrumNC.com

🤝 Shoutout to the sponsors who made it all possible:
Breaking Barriers Behavioral Services, BrightBridge ABA, Ben Stout Construction, Epic Minds Therapy, Inspired Horizons, Kind Behavioral Health, Community Connections ABA Services, Action Behavior Centers, Brighter Strides ABA, Supportive Care ABA, Autry Behavioral Consultants and Resources, Almeida Behavioral Therapy, Butterfly Effects, Truth Behavioral Health, Prosperity Path LLC, Sweet Valley Ranch, FayToday News, WatchOut Cumberland County NC

04/21/2026

04/21/2026