Skip the small talk and join fellow single Constellations members for an evening of meaningful conversation led by Kate Inez Harrington.

We'll use "Big Talk" prompts — the opposite of small talk — to explore thoughtful questions about life, relationships, values, hopes, and experiences. The goal isn't to impress anyone or have the perfect answer, but to get to know one another in a more genuine way.

Come curious, be yourself, and share only what feels comfortable.

This event is exclusively for invited Constellations members.

Join us for low-pressure trivia over Zoom.

No trivia expertise required — just come ready to have fun, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition in a welcoming environment.

We use Kahoot to facilitate trivia over Zoom. Join our Zoom a few minutes early if you are new to this program so we can help you join the first round.

Constellations members can sign-up through the member portal.
We have 5 non-member tickets available. Register here through Eventbrite.

Last month, we discussed Rejection Sensitivity. This month, we’ll explore Friendship Skills.
Join us every Thursday evening in July on Zoom.
Each session will include a mix of brief teaching, self-reflection exercises, and low-pressure discussion.

Week 2: Finding Your People

Once you understand what works for you, the next step is finding people who are actually compatible with you. Not every friendship is meant to work — and that's okay.

This week, we'll explore the difference between shared interests and shared values, where adults realistically make friends, and how to identify communities where you're most likely to find your people. We'll also discuss practical strategies for navigating special interest groups, meetups, and other social situations without feeling overwhelmed.

The goal isn't to meet more people. It's to meet the right people.

This series is free for Constellations members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Whether you're looking for friendship, hoping to meet someone to date, or simply want to spend time with people who "get it," we'd love to meet you.

No awkward icebreakers. No pressure to be outgoing. Just conversation, ping pong, board games, light refreshments, and a chance to socialize in whatever way you're comfortable.

Constellations members may RSVP in the member portal.

We have a handful of tickets for non-members interested in our community; click here to learn more.

Join us for low-pressure trivia over Zoom.

No trivia expertise required — just come ready to have fun, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition in a welcoming environment.

We use Kahoot to facilitate trivia over Zoom. Join our Zoom a few minutes early if you are new to this program so we can help you join the first round.

Constellations members can sign-up through the member portal.
We have 5 non-member tickets available. Register here through Eventbrite.

Last month, we discussed Rejection Sensitivity. This month, we’ll explore Friendship Skills.
Join us every Thursday evening in July on Zoom.
Each session will include a mix of brief teaching, self-reflection exercises, and low-pressure discussion.

Week 1: Understanding Your Friendship Style

Before we focus on making new friends, we'll start by understanding you.
We'll explore how neurodivergence can shape friendship, the impact of masking and social exhaustion, how to better understand your social battery, and what you actually want from the people in your life. By the end of the session, you'll have a clearer picture of the kinds of relationships that energize you, the ones that drain you, and what you're truly looking for in friendship.

This series is free for Constellations members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join Kate Inez Harrington, founder of Constellations, for a low-pressure question & answer session.

Ask questions related to dating and friendships — or just listen in!
This is a supportive, judgment-free space.

Constellations members may sign-up in the member portal.
We have five spots for non-members who would like to participate and check out our community on Eventbrite.

Join us for low-pressure trivia over Zoom.

No trivia expertise required — just come ready to have fun, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition in a welcoming environment.

Grab your favorite drink, log in, and see how many questions you can answer!

Constellations members can sign-up through the member portal.
We have 5 non-member tickets available. Register here through Eventbrite.

In this discussion, we’ll talk about the difference between someone being friendly and someone wanting to actually build a close friendship or relationship.

Sometimes people are kind, talkative, or friendly but that does not always mean they want to become close to us. This can feel confusing in social situations.

We’ll talk about signs of mutual interest, how connections usually grow over time, and how to avoid misunderstandings about someone’s intentions.

We are opening this discussion to non-members.
Click here to sign-up.

Take a break from your screens and join us for an evening of conversation, creativity, and connection at Upside on Moore food hall in Arlington, Virginia.

We'll have adult coloring sheets, cards, and simple games available.
Feel free to bring a craft project — sketching, knitting, crocheting, or anything portable — or a light, easy-to-learn board game to share.

You're also welcome to simply grab a drink or dinner and enjoy the conversation without engaging in any activities. Food, coffee, cocktails, and more are available from the many vendors at Upside on Moore food hall.

Our only request: keep phones tucked away whenever possible. This is a chance to be present, meet new people, and enjoy some genuine offline connection.

Constellations members can sign up in the member portal.
We have 5 spots for non-members that can be claimed here.

Join us for low-pressure trivia over Zoom.

No trivia expertise required — just come ready to have fun, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition in a welcoming environment.

Grab your favorite drink, log in, and see how many questions you can answer!

Constellations members can sign-up through the member portal.
We have 5 non-member tickets available. Register here through Eventbrite.

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join us every Monday evening in June on Zoom.
This month, we’ll explore rejection sensitivity and practical strategies for responding to it with greater self-compassion.

Many adults experience intense emotional reactions to criticism, exclusion, conflict, disappointment, or perceived rejection. These experiences can drastically affect self-esteem, the quality of our connections, how we communicate, and our willingness to take social risks and reach our interpersonal goals.

Each session will include a mix of brief teaching, self-reflection exercises, and low-pressure group discussion designed to help participants better understand their experiences and develop practical coping strategies.

Week 1: Understanding Rejection Sensitivity
Why can criticism, exclusion, ghosting, and perceived rejection feel so overwhelming? We'll explore what rejection sensitivity is, how it develops, and what happens in our minds and bodies when we experience social pain.

Week 2: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion
Many of us become our own harshest critics after making mistakes, experiencing rejection, or feeling different from those around us. We'll discuss ways to challenge self-critical thinking and develop a kinder relationship with ourselves.

Week 3: Building Safe Connections
What makes someone a safe friend, partner, or community member? We'll explore trust, reciprocity, boundaries, pacing, and how to identify relationships that help us feel respected, accepted, and valued.

Week 4: Confidence, Authenticity, and Belonging
Many neurodivergent adults spend years trying to fit in. This session focuses on embracing your strengths and differences, communicating your needs, and building a life that feels authentic rather than exhausting.

Week 5: Free Discussion

You're welcome to join us for one discussion or all four.
Participants will receive discussion notes and additional resources following each session.

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join us for a low-pressure, casual evening of summer-themed trivia over Zoom.

We'll test our knowledge with questions around this week's theme: summer.

No trivia expertise required — just come ready to have fun, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition in a welcoming environment.

Grab your favorite drink, log in, and see how many questions you can answer!

Constellations members can sign-up through the member portal.
We have 10 non-member tickets available. Register here through Eventbrite.

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join us every Monday evening in June on Zoom.
This month, we’ll explore rejection sensitivity and practical strategies for responding to it with greater self-compassion.

Many adults experience intense emotional reactions to criticism, exclusion, conflict, disappointment, or perceived rejection. These experiences can drastically affect self-esteem, the quality of our connections, how we communicate, and our willingness to take social risks and reach our interpersonal goals.

Each session will include a mix of brief teaching, self-reflection exercises, and low-pressure group discussion designed to help participants better understand their experiences and develop practical coping strategies.

Week 1: Understanding Rejection Sensitivity
Why can criticism, exclusion, ghosting, and perceived rejection feel so overwhelming? We'll explore what rejection sensitivity is, how it develops, and what happens in our minds and bodies when we experience social pain.

Week 2: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion
Many of us become our own harshest critics after making mistakes, experiencing rejection, or feeling different from those around us. We'll discuss ways to challenge self-critical thinking and develop a kinder relationship with ourselves.

Week 3: Building Safe Connections
What makes someone a safe friend, partner, or community member? We'll explore trust, reciprocity, boundaries, pacing, and how to identify relationships that help us feel respected, accepted, and valued.

Week 4: Confidence, Authenticity, and Belonging
Many neurodivergent adults spend years trying to fit in. This session focuses on embracing your strengths and differences, communicating your needs, and building a life that feels authentic rather than exhausting.

Week 5: Free Discussion

You're welcome to join us for one discussion or all four.
Participants will receive discussion notes and additional resources following each session.

This series is free for Constellations. members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join us on Zoom to learn about the risks of oversharing and moving too quickly with new friendships/dating.

Many people get excited when they meet someone they like, but sharing too much too quickly can often backfire on us.
It can feel overwhelming or intense for the other person — even when we don’t mean it that way.

During our discussion, we’ll explore how trust should be built over time and what healthy pacing looks like in relationships.
We’ll also talk about how to notice whether a conversation feel balanced and mutual and how to stay open and authentic without putting pressure on a new connection.

We are opening this discussion to non-members.
Click here to sign-up.

Virtual Discussion: Social Media and the Comparison Cycle

Social media can help us stay connected, but it can also leave us feeling like everyone else is happier, more successful, more attractive, or further ahead in life.

In this guided discussion, we'll explore why comparison happens, how social media can shape our perceptions of ourselves and others, and ways to break out of the comparison cycle.

Join us for an honest conversation about envy, self-worth, friendships, dating, and learning to focus more on our own lives than everyone else's highlight reel.

Constellations members can sign-up in the member portal.

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join us every Monday evening in June on Zoom.
This month, we’ll explore rejection sensitivity and practical strategies for responding to it with greater self-compassion.

Many adults experience intense emotional reactions to criticism, exclusion, conflict, disappointment, or perceived rejection. These experiences can drastically affect self-esteem, the quality of our connections, how we communicate, and our willingness to take social risks and reach our interpersonal goals.

Each session will include a mix of brief teaching, self-reflection exercises, and low-pressure group discussion designed to help participants better understand their experiences and develop practical coping strategies.

Week 1: Understanding Rejection Sensitivity
Why can criticism, exclusion, ghosting, and perceived rejection feel so overwhelming? We'll explore what rejection sensitivity is, how it develops, and what happens in our minds and bodies when we experience social pain.

Week 2: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion
Many of us become our own harshest critics after making mistakes, experiencing rejection, or feeling different from those around us. We'll discuss ways to challenge self-critical thinking and develop a kinder relationship with ourselves.

Week 3: Building Safe Connections
What makes someone a safe friend, partner, or community member? We'll explore trust, reciprocity, boundaries, pacing, and how to identify relationships that help us feel respected, accepted, and valued.

Week 4: Confidence, Authenticity, and Belonging
Many neurodivergent adults spend years trying to fit in. This session focuses on embracing your strengths and differences, communicating your needs, and building a life that feels authentic rather than exhausting.

Week 5: Free Discussion

You're welcome to join us for one discussion or all four.
Participants will receive discussion notes and additional resources following each session.

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

Join us for one of our largest Constellations celebrations of the year — our Spring Rooftop Meetup in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7th at 4pm.

We’ll be gathering at a beautiful downtown Washington, D.C. rooftop venue with stunning city views, plus indoor space available if you prefer a quieter or climate-controlled environment.

Whether you come hoping to socialize, meet someone special, or simply enjoy being around other members, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

You can expect:
• A welcoming, low-pressure atmosphere
• Snacks, appetizers, and light refreshments
• Beer and wine available for those who choose to drink
• Board games and activity stations to help make conversation easier
• Comfortable spaces to sit, talk, and connect

We will accept up to 50 members for this event.

We can’t wait to see you there.

Register through the Constellations member portal today.
We have 15 tickets available to non-members here on Eventbrite. This is an opportunity for those who haven’t yet joined to check out the Constellations community.

Take a break from your screens and join us for an evening of conversation, creativity, and connection at Upside on Moore food hall in Arlington, Virginia.

We'll have adult coloring sheets, cards, and simple games available.
Feel free to bring a craft project — sketching, knitting, crocheting, or anything portable — or a light, easy-to-learn board game to share.

You're also welcome to simply grab a drink or dinner and enjoy the conversation without engaging in any activities. Food, coffee, cocktails, and more are available from the many vendors at Upside on Moore food hall.

Our only request: keep phones tucked away whenever possible. This is a chance to be present, meet new people, and enjoy some genuine offline connection.

Constellations members can sign up in the member portal.
We have 10 tickets for non-members that can be claimed here.

This will be a relaxed patio social for neurodivergent adults (most will be 20s/30s) focused on conversation and meeting new people through a low-key activity.

Participate in our “Community Lore” activity — a social scavenger hunt-style game designed to make mingling feel easier and spark better conversation.
Before the event, attendees will submit a few fun facts, unusual skills, niche interests, and/or random details about themselves.
We use these anonymous submissions to create the activity cards.
When guests arrive, anyone who wants to participate will receive a card featuring fun facts submitted by other attendees.
As you mingle throughout the evening, you’ll try to figure out which person matches each item on your card.

We’ll have reserved patio seating, casual games, complimentary appetizers, and drinks available for the group.
Alcoholic beverages and additional food can be purchased individually.

While we do have reserved patio seating, this may not be the best fit for individuals who are highly sensitive to noise or busy environments.

RSVP in the Constellations Member Portal today.

Non-Members can click here to sign-up through Eventbrite (we have four spots remaining for non-members).

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

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Join us every Monday evening in June on Zoom.
This month, we’ll explore rejection sensitivity and practical strategies for responding to it with greater self-compassion.

Many adults experience intense emotional reactions to criticism, exclusion, conflict, disappointment, or perceived rejection. These experiences can drastically affect self-esteem, the quality of our connections, how we communicate, and our willingness to take social risks and reach our interpersonal goals.

Each session will include a mix of brief teaching, self-reflection exercises, and low-pressure group discussion designed to help participants better understand their experiences and develop practical coping strategies.

Participants will receive discussion notes and additional resources following each session.

Week 1: Understanding Rejection Sensitivity
Why can criticism, exclusion, ghosting, and perceived rejection feel so overwhelming? We'll explore what rejection sensitivity is, how it develops, and what happens in our minds and bodies when we experience social pain.

This series is free for Constellations‍ ‍members. Please sign up through the member portal.
Not a member? You're welcome to join us by registering through Eventbrite.

We recognize that many members of our community are looking for alternatives to dating apps or singles events.

Join this virtual discussion led by Kate Inez Harrington to learn how Harrington Matchmaking’s free, private singles database works.

We’ll explain what happens when you join, how introductions are made when you have compatibility with one of our clients, and what you can realistically expect from being part of any free matchmaking database.

We’ll also share success stories from past clients and members, discuss what makes our approach more neurodivergent-friendly and low-pressure, and answer common questions about confidentiality, compatibility, and how the database process works.

We are proud to be one of the most inclusive singles databases in the world. We encourage people of all backgrounds, disabilities, neurotypes, gender identities, employment situations, ages, and life experiences to join. Open to singles worldwide. If you're ready to join, you don't have to wait for the discussion. You can click here to get started.

Ready to RSVP? Click here to let us know you’re joining our discussion.

In this virtual workshop, we will talk about how to tell if someone is really interested in you.

You will learn simple signs to look for, how to understand mixed signals, and how to feel more confident when talking to someone you like.

We’ll also study our Words vs. Actions tool to help you better understand what people say compared to what they do.

This is a supportive space where you can learn, ask questions, and practice at your own pace.

We are opening this discussion to non-members.
Click here to sign-up.

It’s that time again.

Every six months or so, we offer complimentary portrait sessions for Constellations members near the Washington, D.C. metro area at the Harrington Matchmaking office in Bethesda, Maryland.
This is a great opportunity to receive a professional headshot or casual portrait at no cost.

These are short, guided sessions designed to help you feel comfortable and look your best.
Photos will be sent directly to your phone immediately after your session.
No retouching is included.

You’re welcome to use these photos to update your Constellations profile, social media, or anywhere else you’d like to make a strong first impression.

Ready to sign-up?

Visit the Constellations Member Portal to select a time slot.

Join us for a relaxed virtual game night.
We typically hold these every Thursday.

We’ll play Jackbox together over Zoom — easy to join and low-pressure.
To play: join Zoom, go to jackbox.tv on your phone, and enter the game code.

Ready to sign-up?
Click here to let us know you’re joining. We’ll send you a reminder 24 hours before.

Meet Our Host, Olivia

Sapphic is an umbrella term used to describe women (and some nonbinary people) who are romantically and/or sexually attracted to women.

Join us for a relaxed, low-pressure walk at Brookside Gardens for sapphic women looking to connect in a gentle, supportive environment.

This gathering is designed with care for those who are immunocompromised or benefit from a more accessible, slower-paced experience. We’ll spend time walking, talking, and enjoying Brookside Gardens at an easy pace — there’s no pressure to socialize in any particular way.

To help keep the environment comfortable for our participants with sensitivities, we ask that all participants arrive fragrance-free. Please reach out to us if you have questions about this.

Please RSVP. You’ll be kept up to date with any weather changes and receive our meeting location.

Click here to join.

Join us for a relaxed virtual game night.
We typically hold these every Thursday.

We’ll play Jackbox together over Zoom — easy to join and low-pressure.
To play: join Zoom, go to jackbox.tv on your phone, and enter the game code.

Ready to sign-up?
Click here to let us know you’re joining. We’ll send you a reminder 24 hours before.

Meet Our Host, Olivia

Join us for a supportive, structured singles event for adults with IDD (ages within or near 25-45).
This facilitated event is designed for heterosexual pairings.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration is $39, but tickets are free for Constellations members! However, you still must RSVP.
There are few male tickets remaining.

Ready to sign-up?
Click here to register for this event.

Join Kate Inez Harrington, founder of Constellations, for a low-pressure question & answer session.
Ask questions related to dating and relationships — or just listen in!
This is a supportive, judgment-free space.

Click here to RSVP.