The Northern Lights
Our Performing Art class enjoyed taking a moment and watching the magnificent display of last...
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SPHERE helps adults with developmental disabilities achieve their dreams.
Our Programs
SPHERE programs bring members together in a positive environment where each person is unique. Our members thrive from rich experiences and a strong sense community.
Art Class lets me spend time creating beautiful pieces while surrounded by friends.
Designing beautiful jewelry and selling it makes me proud.
I call the Bingo numbers and win prizes! We always have a great time.
I love taking field trips with my SPHERE friends.
Performing Arts class lets us pretend we are different characters.
I liked learning new recipes at Cooking Class.
Become a Volunteer
SPHERE is a volunteer based, hands-on organization.
There are so many ways that you can get involved!
By the Numbers
355
Members
since
founding
since
founding
100
Community
Events
Events
280
classes for
members
each year
members
each year
We are honored to be featured in Community Connections, powered by Fairfield County Bank, a program that highlights local nonprofits making a meaningful impact across Fairfield County. 💙
For nearly four decades, SPHERE has been bringing people together to celebrate inclusion, creativity, and connection. Through educational, recreational, and social programs, we create opportunities for adults with disabilities to build friendships, learn new skills, and thrive as valued members of our community.
At SPHERE, belonging is at the heart of everything we do. Whether members are performing on stage, volunteering around town, creating art, or learning life skills in our classes, every experience strengthens confidence, independence, and connection.
We are deeply grateful to Fairfield County Bank and Local Social Media's Local-Insta for shining a light on organizations like ours that work every day to build a more inclusive community.
💫 Read our Community Connections feature here:
www.local-insta.com/community-connections/sphere-
Thank you to everyone who supports SPHERE and believes in a community where everyone belongs! ... See MoreSee Less
☀️ Our tropical vibes from Art Class might just be the reason the sun chased away the cold! We hope you are enjoying the sunshine! ... See MoreSee Less
🐟 At this week’s SPHERE Cooking Class, our members received a very special surprise from Wendy Gannon Lionetti: her own homemade smoked salmon!
Wendy shared the story of where she and her husband caught the fish, turning the moment into a mini-lesson on food, fishing, and preparation. Our chefs got right to work: shredding the salmon, carefully checking for bones, and mixing it into a delicious spread with cream cheese, crème fraîche, lemon, dill, and chives.
The result? An absolute hit. 😋
Moments like this are what make SPHERE special: learning new skills, sharing experiences, and enjoying the simple joy of cooking together.
And after that delicious start, our chefs jumped back into their regular menu, preparing a fresh Cobb salad and buttery palmiers for dessert.
Thank you, Wendy, for such a thoughtful and delicious gift to our community! 💙 ... See MoreSee Less