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DURHAM, NC · TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Practical Life Skills: Divergent Pathways

Unleash Your Inner Brilliance at Divergent Pathways!

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The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — CFLRC at Lyon Park

About the event

Unleash Your Inner Brilliance at Divergent Pathways! This vibrant and inclusive program is your space to thrive. We celebrate the unique strengths of every brain. Whether you're a creative genius, a problem-solver extraordinaire, or simply someone who thinks differently, this is your place to explore your potential. Three sessions of engaging activities, learning, and a supportive community will help you turn your neurodiversity into a superpower.

Join us to explore your strengths, embrace your quirks, and shine in a world that needs all kinds of brilliance! Participants are encouraged to attend all 3 sessions.

Session 1: Daily living and independence

Session 2: Employment & Vocational Support

Session 3: Mental Health & Well-being

Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 100 yrs,

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