Our community
Meet our founder and some of the people you’ll get to know.
Kate Inez Harrington
In her work as a neurodivergent-affirming matchmaker and coach, Kate met many adults who wanted more connection but found the usual ways of meeting people rushed, confusing, or alienating. She wanted to create a place where adults like her neurodivergent clients could pursue meaningful connections, with clearer expectations and room to take their time.
Constellations at a Glance
Stats as of September 2026.
Constellations Couples
Andalib & Jessica
Andalib was finished with dating apps. He wanted to meet someone in person, so he came to a Constellations gathering in Bethesda. That’s where he met Jessica. “We just sort of flowed and connected,” he said. Now they’re planning to move in together!
Ralph & Sara
Ralph was tired of dating apps when he joined a Constellations Q&A and heard Sara ask about dating again after a move. He wrote to her in the Zoom chat. Sara’s advice for other members: “Keep focusing on your goals and your life, and someone will fit in.”
I joined Constellations to increase the number of neurodivergent people with whom I interact regularly so I can reduce my tendency towards self-criticism and self-judgment of my neurodivergence.
Mal · Mid-30s · Washington, D.C.From the Portal
Aleksey
Gabe
Justin Valenti
Justin Valenti is an artist, author and advocate who lives in Maryland. He enjoys creating artwork in his home studio and is an artist at the VisAbility Art Lab at VisArts in Rockville. Fluid painting, digital artwork and animation are his specialties, but he also explores other mediums including printmaking and ceramics.
Justin has also spoken to the Constellations community about his advocacy work.
Amy
Amy is warm and friendly, with a quieter, reflective personality. She works in customer support and enjoys drawing, writing fiction, and other creative pursuits. She’s a longtime fan of anime, manga, graphic novels, video games, science fiction, and Pokémon. She has widened her circle through Constellations and has even gone on a few dates!
Mari
Charmed, Buffy and Ghost Whisperer.
Hannah
You never say no to ice cream or sweet treats
Justin
You like dogs
CC
“I joined Constellations to make friends. I like drawing, dogs, trying new foods, volunteering at my mom’s work, and doing crafts.”
Rusty
You love skiing or golf
You have a favorite Christian song or artist
You never miss a Discovery Channel documentary
Jessica
You have a D.C. restaurant recommendation
Dee
You’re an autistic woman looking for female friends
What’s on the calendar
Members meet online and in person. Here is a sample of the gatherings on the calendar this season.
ONLINE · ZOOM
Speed Connections Mixer
A structured hour of whole-group, small-group and one-on-one conversations, with a host who keeps things moving. Afterward, you can privately say who you’d like to know better.
ONLINE · ZOOM
Ask Kate: Friendship & Dating Q&A
Bring your questions about dating, friendship and connecting with people, and Kate answers them live. Anonymous questions are welcome.
ONLINE · ZOOM
Navigating Dating Apps
A talk and discussion about using dating apps in a way that works for you. Bring your questions.
ONLINE · ZOOM
Member Trivia
General trivia, plus questions about fellow members, so you get to know each other along the way. Cameras are optional.
IN PERSON · ARLINGTON, VA
Singles Happy Hour
A drink or a mocktail, easygoing conversation and a chance to meet other members face to face. Come for all of it or just part.
IN PERSON · BETHESDA, MD
Holiday Member Meetup
An afternoon with other members, with games and hands-on activities. You don’t need to be good at games to join in.
North Star has its own gatherings too, with more structure and more active hosting. In-person gatherings happen in select U.S. cities.
The Patrick Falco Memorial Scholarship
Patrick was a member of this community. His parents, Jeanmarie and Ken Falco, created a scholarship in his memory that covers a full year of Constellations for adults who couldn’t otherwise afford membership.
Learn about Patrick and the scholarship →