Join ACI and the Middlesex County Center for Empowerment as we honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month by tie-dying t-shirts.
COST: $5 per person
It's time to make our Mother's Day masterpieces again! Using various art supplies, you will create a personal card for your mom or that special someone you choose to honor and celebrate on this joyous holiday. You will certainly make this day memorable with your handmade expression of love and gratitude!
NOTE: This event is currently full and registration is closed. Fill out the form below to be added to the wait list.
It’s Bark in the Park Night!
First 500 dogs get a bandana!
COST: FREE, but donations are always welcome! (donations payable to the Alliance Center for Independence, 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ)
Join ACI at TD Bank Ballpark to watch our Somerset Patriots play the Portland Sea Dogs!
Limited to 2 tickets per consumer (please list all participants when registering).
Tickets will only be available for pickup at ACI (located at 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ) at least one day prior to the game. There will be no tickets available at Will Call or from ACI staff on the day of the game.
Transportation will not be provided. Bring money for concessions if desired.
If you have any questions, please contact Ky Harmon at kharmon@adacil.org or 732-738-4388.
COST: $10 per person (cash only)
Join us for a fun outing to Topgolf in Edison!
Includes two hours of golf and unlimited soft drinks.
No outside food permitted. Food may be ordered while there at an additional cost.
Participants are free to meet us at Topgolf or space permitting, you can travel with our group to and from ACI (located at 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ).
NOTE: This event is currently full and registration is closed. Fill out the form below to be added to the wait list.
“Éire go Brách” - An Irish phrase that translates to “Ireland Forever”
Join us for this fun, interactive in-person event to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Ireland is rich in history and folklore from Leprechauns to Fairies and the "banishment" of snakes by St. Patrick. Test your knowledge or learn some fascinating facts about the Emerald Island. Be sure to wear your green!
Irish potatoes and soda bread will be served.
If you have any questions, please contact Luke Koppisch at lkoppisch@adacil.org or 732-738-4388.
COST: $5 per person
AGES: 18 and up
We are so excited to invite you to ACI's celebration of Barbie's birthday! We will watch the Barbie movie and enjoy concession style snacks. Wear your favorite career/fashionista Barbie or Ken style outfit! We will take fun pictures with props! We will also be celebrating International Women's Day during this event. A special performance by Barbie and friends will also take place!
Concession style snacks, popcorn, drinks and pizza will be served.
Registration required. Space is limited.
NOTE: The event is full and registration is closed.
COST: $5 per person
AGES: 18 and up
We are so excited to invite you to ACI's Valentine-ish Movie Night! We will be watching the 1987 film, The Princess Bride, starring Robin Wright and Cary Elwes.
Concession-style snacks, popcorn, drinks, and pizza will be served.
Registration required. Space is limited. Accommodations upon request.
NOTE: The event is full and registration is closed.
Let's layer the love on a decorative tree with foam sticker hearts. Use as your own decoration or as a gift for a special someone. There is no limit to the hearts you can stack or to the love you can share with family and friends!
In case of inclement weather, you will be notified of cancellation.
NOTE: This event is currently full and registration is closed. Fill out the form below to be added to the wait list.
COST: $25 per person
Looking for a lovely Valentine’s Day gift?
Designs By Daniela will help you create two Valentine's Day themed bracelets! Plus you’ll get to choose two additional bracelets from Daniela's inventory!
Hot chocolate and donuts will be served.
NOTE: This event is full and registration is closed.
Hello, Gorgeous!
Whether you are looking for tips on natural application or wanting to experiment with a more dramatic effect, we will review and practice using makeup with your very own new palette and supplies provided by ACI. Each participant will receive their individual makeup to use during this session and bring home too.
Can't wait to see your beautiful faces!
NOTE: This event is currently full and registration is closed. Fill out the form below to be added to the wait list.
Join us for a winter game night of EPIC proportions!
We will be playing some GIANT games, including GIANT Jenga and GIANT Connect 4!
Participate in our GIANT Trivia Challenge! (What is the largest mammal on earth? The blue whale!)
Plus, AIR HOCKEY!
Snacks and hot chocolate will be served.
NOTE: This event is full and registration is closed.
COST: Free!
Come get your holiday started early with ACI! The Holiday Express will provide a cheerful night of live music, holiday activities, and food! The event will consist of a dinner of Jersey Mike’s subs, cold drinks and deserts followed by a live holiday concert performed by the Holiday Express Band. The group is made up of professional musicians/singers and is supported by volunteer elves who will interact with the audience. Gift bags will also be provided for each guest and will consist of toiletries, gloves, hats, a warm blanket and other personal items!
Transportation will not be provided. Accommodations made upon request. We encourage our guests to wear a mask.
Help the ACI Community Market by bringing a non-perishable food item to the event. Your donation will help families in need during the holiday season.
NOTE: This event is full and registration is closed.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, ACI will celebrate Día de los Muertos (aka Day of the Dead), a holiday celebrated in Mexico and other Latin American countries on November 1st. Come learn more about this holiday, while enjoying some light traditional refreshments! Participants will also create sugar skull inspired crafts.
COST: $25 per person (includes one premade bracelet of your choice from Daniela’s inventory and TWO bracelets made by you)
Presented by Designs by Daniela
Design and make your own bracelets with a variety of beautiful beads! You get a total of 3 bracelets! Great to give as a gift or to keep for yourself!
If you have any questions, please contact Victoria Romanienko at vromanienko@adacil.org
NOTE: This event is full and registration is closed.
Together with our friends at St. Paul's, we will learn some group dance moves to THRILLER. Whether seated or standing, let's groove and have some fun!
We are so excited to have Miss Jamie Marie, owner of Stage Star Productions, choreograph our very own ACI rendition of this Halloween classic!
We will transform into mummies and zombies using face paint (optional) for our photo shoot and video of our hauntingly entertaining new routine!
COST: Free!
Presented by the Rutgers Mason Gross School of the Arts
Join us on an ACI excursion to NBPAC where we will be watching the movie, Crip Camp. Following the movie will be a posthumous honoring of disability advocate, Julie Neumann, as well as a virtual Q&A session with the directors.
Free transportation to and from NBPAC provided.
Registered attendees must arrive at ACI by 5:30 PM.
Registration deadline is October 6th.
Contact Victoria with questions or concerns by emailing vromanienko@adacil.org
COST: $5 per person
AGES: 18 to 35
We are so excited to invite you to ACI's Halloween Dance Party! There will be awesome music for us to dance to, fun games, and a Halloween costume contest where three winners with the most votes will win prizes!
Pizza, light snacks, and refreshments will be served. Halloween costumes are encouraged!
One-on-one assistants must register as well.
Please contact Victoria Romanienko at vromanienko@adacil.org if you have any questions or accommodation requests.
NOTE: The event is currently full and registration is closed.
Create an Autumn wooden truck filled with Fall's favorite things...pumpkins, sunflowers, acorns, etc. Decorate as you wish using many provided craft supplies and options. Have fun making your own hanging sign while in the company of residents at the St. Paul's Senior Center. Not only will we be making new art together, we will be building new friendships too!!
NOTE: This event is currently full. Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist.
Preston is an ACI employee who is studying Fine Arts at the Rutgers Mason Gross School of the Arts. Come and learn the joy of painting under his guidance! All participants will keep their painting!
Please wear old clothing or bring a smock to protect your clothes. Paint is washable acrylic.
Space is limited.
If you have any questions, please contact promanienko@adacil.org
COST: $5 per person
For ages 20 to 40
We are so excited to invite you to ACI's 2nd annual Summer Luau Dance Party! We encourage you to wear your favorite Hawaiian, Tropical or bright neon colored clothing! DJ Mike Martino will be playing awesome summer hits for us to dance to! There will be a limbo contest, fun games and prizes!
Beverages and light snacks will be provided. Space is limited. Themed clothing not required.
Registration is required.
If you have any questions, please contact Victoria Romanienko at vromanienko@adacil.org or 732-738-4388.
NOTE: This event is currently full and registration is closed.
Let's get together and make some sticker art!
Lots of designs to choose from! After creating your art piece, we will back and frame it. Take it home and add your new decor to your living space!
NOTE: This event is currently full. Fill out the form below to be added to the waiting list.
First 1,000 fans get an Anthony Volpe Bobblehead!
COST: FREE, but donations are always welcome! (donations payable to the Alliance Center for Independence, 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ)
Join ACI at TD Bank Ballpark to watch our Somerset Patriots play the Bowie Baysox!
Limited to 3 tickets per consumer (please list all participants when registering).
Tickets can be picked up at ACI (located at 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ) or at the game before 6:15 (please register first before picking up tickets).
Transportation will not be provided. Bring money for concessions if desired.
If you have any questions, please contact Ky Harmon at kharmon@adacil.org or 732-738-4388.
Come and celebrate all birthdays this year with friends, food, and fun!
Party on, everyone!
NOTE: This event is currently full. Fill out the form below to be added to the waiting list.
Come to ACI and create your own Father's Day card! There will be many designs to choose from! You get to decide which fun decorations and adornments you will use to make your own one-of-a-kind card!
Space is limited. Masks are optional.
ACI's Game Night is back! Join us on April 13th as we play Giant Jenga and Family Feud!
Snacks and beverages will be served. Limited to 8 people.
NOTE: This event is currently full and registration is closed.
COST: $5 per person
We are so excited to invite you to the Hispanic Heritage Month ACI Fiesta for All! Celebrating Hispanic Culture with cultural foods and refreshments. Join us for some fun activities, music, and a presentation.
Space is limited. Masks are required unless eating and will be provided upon entry.
Come on out to ACI’s Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 25th from 12:00 to 4:00 PM!
Featuring…
Small games & prizes!
Food trucks!
Ice cream!
Face painters!
Fun characters!
Music!
…and more!
We will also be offering FREE COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots (provided by the NJ Department of Health) for people with disabilities and their families. We will be giving out a $25 ShopRite gift card and free ice cream to those who complete our survey and get a vaccine!
NOTE: In case of inclement weather, the rain date will be July 9th from 12:00 to 4:00 PM.
If you have any questions, please contact ACI at adacil@adacil.org or 732-738-4388.
We are looking for volunteers to help out with this event! If you’re interested, please fill out the volunteer form below.
COST: $5.00
Come to ACI and take part in a classic role-playing adventure game! You will work together to solve puzzles, defeat enemies, and explore the mysteries of the ACI Dungeon!
Light refreshments will be served.
In case of inclement weather, you will be notified.
NOTE: Due to social distancing protocols, advance RSVP will be mandatory and limited to the first 10 people. Masks and temperature readings will also be mandatory upon arrival.
COST: $5.00
Do you have fond memories of the tale of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley? Come join us for a behind-the-scenes celebration while we watch Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts. Bring your wand and dress up representing your favorite Hogwarts House!
Light refreshments will be served.
In case of inclement weather, you will be notified.
NOTE: Due to social distancing protocols, advance RSVP will be mandatory and limited to the first 10 people. Masks and temperature readings will also be mandatory upon arrival.
COST: $5.00
Connect, Create, Celebrate!
Come to ACI to celebrate Valentine’s Day together! We will be making DIY Valentine-themed stickers to share with the people you care about.
Light refreshments will be served.
In case of inclement weather, you will be notified.
NOTE: Due to social distancing protocols, advance RSVP will be mandatory and limited to the first 10 people. Masks and temperature readings will also be mandatory upon arrival.
COST: $5.00
Come hang out and enjoy some holiday-themed games and crafts with your friends at ACI! There will be food, fun, prizes, and a visit by Santa! We can’t wait to see you!
Light refreshments will be served. In case of inclement weather, you will be notified.
NOTE: Due to social distancing protocols, advance RSVP will be mandatory and limited to 10 people. Masks and temperature readings will also be mandatory upon arrival.
COST: $5.00
Let’s celebrate the holiday season together! ACI will be hosting an in-person and virtual event. We will be watching a recording of the Holiday Express band perform together at ACI or if you prefer you can watch it with us through Zoom in the comfort of your own home.
Light refreshments will be served. In case of inclement weather, you will be notified.
NOTE: Due to social distancing protocols, advance RSVP will be mandatory and limited to 10 people. Masks and temperature readings will also be mandatory upon arrival. If you plan on participating virtually, we still require a RSVP so we can get you the link to participate.
COST: $5.00
You’ve played it virtually with us…now let’s meet up and see who is the UNO champion!
Light refreshments will be served.
In case of inclement weather, you will be notified.
NOTE: Due to social distancing protocols, advance RSVP will be mandatory and limited to the first 10 people. Masks and temperature readings will also be mandatory upon arrival.
