Find Support, Resources, and Connection at Brilliant Mornings
Brilliant Mornings
A free, quarterly morning meetup for parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children
Format: In Person
Offered: 2/28, 5/16, 8/13, 11/14/2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CST
Price: Free
Location: Islands of Brilliance — 507 S. 2nd Street, Suite 305, Milwaukee
A New Year For Connection!
Our next Brilliant Mornings meetup is Saturday, February 28, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Islands of Brilliance studio.
Our next topic is Fearless Futures: What happens to our loved one when we can no longer care for them? This session will be lead by Zach Lillo of LovInc.
Thank you to everyone who joined us last year and shared feedback…we heard you! In 2026, Brilliant Mornings will move to quarterly meetups, aligned with in-studio Foundation Workshop days.
When:
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Where:
IOB’s Studio at the Eagleknit (507 S 2nd Street, Suite 305, Milwaukee, WI)
Schedule:
10:00 - 10:30, Coffee, Connection, Conversation
10:30 - 11:40, Presentation & Group Discussion
11:40 - 12:00, Student Shareout (Workshops), Community & Conversation
Resources
Slideshows and presentations
April 2025 Recap:
A Financial Plan for Two Generations
March 2025 Recap:
Learning about Medicare & Medicaid
February 2025 Recap:
Safe Connections: Navigating the digital minefield.
October 2024 Recap:
Resources to help you navigate safety with your children / loved ones.
September 2024 Recap:
The Functional Screening process: What it is and how to navigate it.
We had an amazing first meeting and we thank everyone for making it a success!!
Explore Our Programs
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Open Lab Programs
Our most frequent and accessible options, Open Lab Programs provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for your child to learn, create, and connect…including our Daily Doodle Lounge!
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Foundation Programs
Led by a certified educator, students are paired with a professional design mentor to learn technical software skills using various creative technologies and build social and emotional development skills.
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Academy Programs
The most rigorous IOB program, Digital Academy provides apprentice-style instruction in a product-based learning environment.
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Community Programs
Whether you’re a young adult living with autism or is someone who loves and supports them, we know life can be challenging. Our Community Support programs provide professional and peer guidance to help along the journey.