Upcoming Events:

June 12th, 2008: Howard County Asperger’s Support Group Meeting. 7:30 p.m. Faulkner Ridge Center, 10598 Marble Faun Court, Columbia.
Information: Elaine at 410-730-0068.

June 14, 2008 Movie Event - Kung Fu Panda: The Howard County Autism Society and AMC Columbia 14 present a sensory-friendly showing of “Kung Fu Panda” at AMC Theatres Columbia Mall for kids with special needs. Doors open at 8:45 a.m. Movie starts at 9:30 a.m. with no trailers. Tickets are $6 each. Information: e-mail Marianne Ross

June 19th Meeting - Health and Recreation evening: Representatives from the Howard County Health Department will speak about the Healthy Howard Access Plan, which is a plan to bring affordable health care to uninsured residents of Howard County. Susan Potts from the Howard County Recreation and Parks Therapeutic Recreation, Inclusion, and Accommodation Services will present on summer and year round programs.

July 10, 2008 Howard County Asperger’s Support Group Meeting. 7:30 p.m. Faulkner Ridge Center, 10598 Marble Faun Court, Columbia. Information: 410-730-0068.

August 3, 2008 Howard County Autism Society Summer Pool Party at Lifetime Fitness gym in Columbia. 6 to 9p.m. Free. Information: 410-290-3466 details to follow

Autism in Brief

• Autism is a lifelong developmental disability with symptoms typically appearing during the first three years of life
• Autism Spectrum Disorders are neurobiologically-based and encompass a wide range of disabilities that affect communication, social skills, and behavior
• While the Howard County Public School System enrollment has increased 18% since 1997, the number of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Howard County has increased 180%.
• Over 1 in 150 students in Howard County public schools is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Research indicates that children with Autism Spectrum Disorders benefit from intensive early intervention.
• Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders want to have friends and fully participate in their communities. They need your support and understanding to do so. 

Show your support for the Howard County Autism Society! Join us for our second annual One Step Closer ... Autism Walk.

Online registration and donations now open!

Saturday September 13th
Centennial Park, Ellicott City

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November 14th and 15th 2008 at Ten Oaks Ballroom
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Special Education Law & Advocacy Boot Camp
A must for parents, guardians, and professionals assisting children with disabilities!

3rd Annual Pieces of the Puzzle Gala Raises $90,000

John Hussman addresses the Gala

With a festive spirit and much to celebrate, the Howard County Autism Society welcomed 300 guests to the Third Annual Pieces of the Puzzle Gala on April 5.

Generously cosponsored by the Hussman Foundation, the event was held at the beautiful Ten Oaks Ballroom in Clarksville. The society’s largest fundraiser of the year netted $90,000 in funds to support the newly expanded Howard County Autism Resource Center and to offer programs and services to its membership.

In years past, the gala focused on building partnerships and establishing the society as a major resource for families and individuals with autism. After its award-winning year as the national Autism Society of America’s 2007 “Chapter of the Year,” the society turned the corner and made the annual event an evening of celebration. Attendees remarked at the festive and relaxed feel of this year’s new venue and design. 

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10280 Old Columbia Rd Suite 215
Columbia MD 21046-2378
Tel: 410-290-3466
Fax: 410-290-5455
Last Modified: Friday, July 04, 2008
e-mail: info@howard-autism.org