A Latte Talent: Meet Our New Intern, Alexis

Every now and then, someone walks through our doors who reminds us exactly why this space was created. Their smile changes the energy in the room, their laughter fills the air, and their presence quietly says, “I belong here.” This week, we get to celebrate one of those moments, a new chapter, a new artist, and a story that perfectly captures the heart of what Autismo Café is all about.

Wendy Javier

10/4/20251 min read

🌟 Welcome Alexis Melendez to Autismo Café! 🌟

At Autismo Café, we are honored to walk this journey alongside Stacey Orzell and the SUNY Orange BRIDGES Program as we officially welcome Alexis Melendez, a very talented artist, to our team. Alexis will be working part-time, bringing her creativity, talent, and heart to help us grow our inclusive space. 💜

✨ About Alexis

Alexis is a third-year SUNY Orange BRIDGES student who takes art classes and shares her creativity with passion. She loves spending time with her family and friends, playing UNO and other card games, and is an amazing bowler with a high score of 176! 🎳 Alexis also enjoys music, singing, and dancing, which lights up every room she’s in💥

This school year, Alexis looks forward to greeting our guests and working at Autismo Café as an intern. We are so excited for the joy, artistry, and warmth she will bring to our community. ☕She starts Oct 7th 🎉🎉🎉

Her fav quote when hanging inside the cafe

“This place was made for me” ❤️

Please join us in giving Alexis the warmest Autismo Café welcome! 💕

Thanks to

Stacey Tattenbaum-Orzell

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(Career & Internship Advisor BRIDGES SUNY Orange)