Strength in Neurodiversity

Our hearts are full.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to every community partner, volunteer, and supporter who helped make this year's Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party such an incredible celebration!

Special thanks to Full Access, City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation, The Arc Lane County, Families Connected/Familias en Conexión, Deployed Logix Foundation, City of Eugene Office of Equity and Community Engagement, UCEDD Community Advocacy Council, Direction Service, Upstream Access, Connections NW, The Lavender Network, KindTree-Autism Rocks, Pearl Buck Center, Radiant Community Arts, Lane Independent Living Alliance, Willamalane Park & Recreation District, Riverview Center for Growth, Bridgeway House, , The Connection Club, Almost Family Eugene, CASA of Lane County and Premier Community Supports.

More than 500 people came together to celebrate Disability Pride Month! The growth of this event is a testament to what can happen when a community comes together with a shared vision of belonging and acceptance.

Whether you hosted an activity, served treats, volunteered, you helped create an evening filled with laughter, friendships, connection, and joy.

Together, we're building a community where neurodiversity is celebrated and everyone belongs.

Thank you for helping make the Strength in Neurodiversity movement stronger each year. We couldn't do it without you, and we can't wait to celebrate with you again next summer!

Come celebrate Disability Pride tonight at this free event!

Delicia’s Tiki Tiki food truck will be on-site, so if you want to eat dinner, bring some money for food. Everything else will be free.

We look forward to seeing you!!

City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation CASA of Lane County KindTree - Autism Rocks The Arc Lane County

Get ready to make a splash at the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party this Friday!

Think you've got what it takes to make the biggest splash? Join City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation for a fun-filled Cannonball Contest at Amazon Pool! Then keep the fun going with games and activities for the whole family, including a Fish Bowl Toss with CASA of Lane County and a Water Squirter Game hosted by KindTree Autism Rocks.

Don't forget to stop by The Arc Lane County's booth to pick up your Strength in Neurodiversity T-shirt for just $25 and show your support for celebrating the strengths, talents and contributions of people with disabilities.

Friday, July 24
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Amazon Pool, 2600 Hilyard St., Eugene

Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Willamalane Park and Recreation District Almost Family - Eugene, OR

Color your world and show off your style!

Join us at the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party this Friday, July 24, for two more fun activities the whole family can enjoy!

Willamalane Park & Recreation District will host a giant community coloring activity where everyone can help create a colorful masterpiece.

Almost Family will be offering temporary tattoos, so you can leave the festival with a little extra flair!

Celebrate Disability Pride Month with an evening of swimming, games, activities, community, and fun. The festival is FREE and open to the disability community and their families.

Friday, July 24
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Amazon Pool, located at 2600 Hilyard St. in Eugene

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

The Arc Lane County Connections NW The Connection Club

Feeling the heat? Cool off with a sweet summer treat!

This Friday, July 24, beat the summer temperatures at the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party!

The Arc Lane County will be popping up with FREE fresh popcorn, while Connections NW and The Connection Club will be serving up delicious root b**r floats to help everyone stay cool.

Join us for an evening of swimming, games, activities, community partners, and plenty of fun as we celebrate Disability Pride Month with our disability community, families, and friends.

Friday, July 24
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Amazon Pool, Eugene

Admission is free, and so are the popcorn and root b**r floats! We can't wait to celebrate with you.

Catch the Lane Independent Living Alliance (LILA) hosting Skee-ball and face painting at the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party this Friday, July 24, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Join the FREE evening of community celebration, swimming and summer treats to celebrate Disability Pride Month!

Whether you are ready to test your Skee-ball skills or want to get some awesome face paint, there is something for everyone.

Date: This Friday, July 24
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Amazon Pool, 2600 Hilyard St.,
Admission: Completely FREE for the disability community, their families, and friends.

Come celebrate the strengths, talents, and contributions of neurodiverse individuals in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Premier Community Supports, LLC.

One week to go! The countdown is on for the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party on Friday, July 24!

Stop by Premier Community Supports to paint your very own birdhouse and let your creativity take flight. Whether you create a colorful masterpiece or a cozy home for your backyard birds, this fun activity is perfect for all ages and abilities.

Join us for a FREE evening celebrating Disability Pride Month with games, crafts, swimming, community partners, and plenty of family fun.

Friday, July 24
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Amazon Pool, Eugene

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

The Lavender Network Pearl Buck Center The Arc Lane County - Employee Forum The Arc Lane County Families Connected: Family Network Full Access Radiant Community Arts City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation Direction Service OHSU UCEDD Community Partners Council (CPC) Upstream Access Willamalane Park and Recreation District KindTree - Autism Rocks Riverview Center for Growth Deployed Logix Instaballet Bridgeway House Connections NW The Connection Club Almost Family, LLC

Get creative with The Lavender Network at the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party!

Stop by their booth on Friday, July 24, and turn an ordinary paper plate into an extraordinary work of art! Whether you create a colorful masterpiece, a silly face, or something completely unique, this fun, hands-on craft is perfect for artists of all ages and abilities.

Join us as we celebrate Disability Pride Month with an evening of creativity, connection, games, swimming, and community. Best of all, it's FREE for the disability community and their families!

Friday, July 24
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Amazon Pool, Eugene

We can't wait to see what you'll create!

Pearl Buck Center The Arc Lane County Families Connected: Family Network Full Access The Arc Lane County - Employee Forum Radiant Community Arts City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation Direction Service OHSU UCEDD Community Partners Council (CPC) Upstream Access Willamalane Park and Recreation District KindTree - Autism Rocks Riverview Center for Growth Deployed Logix The Lavender Network Instaballet Bridgeway House Connections NW The Connection Club Almost Family, LLC

Get ready for twice the fun!

A huge thank you to Direction Service for bringing both Gaga Ball and a Bubble Station to this year's Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party!

Whether you're ready to jump into a fast-paced game of Gaga Ball or relax while chasing shimmering bubbles, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Join us Friday, July 24, as we celebrate Disability Pride Month with an evening of free, inclusive fun for the disability community and their families. We can't wait to see you there!

Pearl Buck Center The Arc Lane County The Arc Lane County - Employee Forum City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation Direction Service Families Connected: Family Network Radiant Community Arts OHSU UCEDD Community Partners Council (CPC) Upstream Access Willamalane Park and Recreation District KindTree - Autism Rocks Riverview Center for Growth Full Access Deployed Logix The Lavender Network Bridgeway House Instaballet Connections NW The Connection Club Almost Family, LLC

Drop a chip, win a prize, and join the fun!

Be sure to visit Upstream Access at the Strength in Neurodiversity Summer Festival & Pool Party, where they'll be hosting a Plinko game with great prizes waiting to be won. It's just one of the many fun activities planned during this free community celebration of Disability Pride Month.

Friday, July 24
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Amazon Pool, Eugene

Come celebrate neurodiversity, connect with community, enjoy swimming, games, entertainment, and resources—and don't miss your chance to play Plinko at the Upstream Access booth!