Autism Society of Maryland

03/01/2026

An AUSOM thank you to the Towson Tigers who hosted us today at their annual Autism Acceptance Basketball Game! We loved the energy that celebrated the autism community…and a win for the Tigers! Special thank you to the Ballinger Family - Theresa, Bob and Trey- for staffing our resource table!

02/26/2026

We had a wonderful day at the ADA and Inclusion Summit hosted by the Maryland Recreation and Parks Association! Great to hear about efforts across the state to make recreation more inclusive for all of our residents!

02/24/2026

Stop by and visit us at the MCPS Special Education Winter Resource Fair on Wednesday! Bring your family and friends and learn more about our resources and services!

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to: sara.sommerville@autismsocietymd.org

02/24/2026

Parents and families are powerful partners in a child’s success—at school and in the community. Join Kennedy Krieger Institute and the Department of Special Education for Baltimore County Public Schools, for this virtual presentation: Being the Best Advocate for Your Child: Early Screening for Developmental Delays— Strategies for Successful Outcomes.

There are 2 opportunities to register: February 25 and March 11.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://kennedykrieger.zoom.us/meeting/register/kCSvLuj-Rv2Dogcm0DWshA #/registration

This training supports families in learning what effective advocacy looks like, why it matters, and how early screening can open the door to support sooner. Participants will also explore ways to build strong, lasting partnerships between home, school, and community, while discovering helpful local resources along the way.

02/21/2026

UPDATE: This individual has been identified and his family has been located.

Friends in Howard County- does anyone know this young man? Please contact Howard County Police Department

02/18/2026

Something fun is brewing for Moms' Night Out this month! Have you wanted to join us?

February 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Moms’ Night Out

Join other autism moms for a night out just for you. Take time to relax, connect, and enjoy being with others who understand.

CLICK TO REGISTER: https://app.donorview.com/kqGMO

*This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you’ll receive email notifications and reminders for all upcoming Moms’ Night events.

RSVPs are encouraged to help us reserve seating and create a comfortable space for everyone.

*This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will receive email notifications and reminders for all of our Moms’ Night events!

RSVPs are encouraged to reserve seating.

02/17/2026

Tomorrow is Developmental Disabilities Day! Join us virtually on the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064565118995

Tomorrow we recognize Developmental Disabilities Day - a time to come together, raise awareness, and celebrate inclusion, access, and opportunity for people with developmental disabilities.

While the event is sold out, it will be live streamed, making it easy to watch, listen, and participate from wherever you are. We invite our community to tune in, learn more, and stand together in support and acceptance.

02/17/2026

We hope to see you tonight! Dads' Night Out for AUSOM

Dads’ Night Out – Mardi Gras Style! 🎭
Join us for Dads’ Night Out on February 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Ale House in Columbia, MD -https://www.thealehousecolumbia.com/.

Enjoy a relaxed evening with other dads, good conversation, and a fun Mardi Gras theme.

Interested in joining future Dads’ Night Out events? Contact the AUSOM office to be added to the email list at info@autismsocietymd.org
or 410-290-3466. We’d love to have you join us!

02/17/2026

Sharing today’s webinar on Healthcare access for adults from AJ Drexel Autism Institute.

Join us today! Today at noon EST join in the conversation on 'Healthcare Access Barriers for Autistic Adults' with Mary Doherty, Ph.D., MD (Autistic Anesthetist, Clinical Associate Professor, Autism Researcher, and Founder of Autistic Doctors International).

This seminar will explore systemic and clinical barriers that autistic adults face when accessing healthcare services, offering both professional and lived-experience perspectives on how healthcare systems can become more responsive, inclusive, and effective.
🗓: February 16, 2026
⏰: 12:00–1:00 PM ET (New York)/9:00–10:00 AM PT (Los Angeles)

Updated Zoom link: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/88336813747
Meeting ID: 883 3681 3747

For additional information about the seminar series, please contact: ep637@drexel.edu
We hope you will join us for this important conversation.
Autism Life Course Outcomes Research Dornsife School of Public Health at Drexel University Drexel University College of Medicine

02/14/2026

Don’t forget - Bingo is tomorrow! We hope to see you there!

Join us for a special extended Sunday Bingo filled with games, prizes, and community fun—all supporting AUSOM programs.

🕛 Doors open at 12:00 PM | 🎱 Games begin at 1:30 PM
📍 Ridgley’s Run Community Center, 8400 Mission Road, Jessup, MD

Ages 18+
Bingo cards start at $17 for 12 cards | Pull Tabs $1
Food and snacks available for purchase.

Bring your friends, your bingo luck, and help support our community. We’d love to see you there!

02/14/2026

We were so excited to be a part of Harriet Tubman Elementary Schools open house yesterday in Montgomery County! A huge thank you to Linkages to Learning - Montgomery County Public Schools for including us! If you would like to learn more about this program please click here: https://share.google/QlfgvXNJVN0bex6tb

02/11/2026

Join the Children's Theatre of Annapolis on Saturday for a Relaxed Performance of Holes!

At the Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, we believe every child deserves to experience the magic of live theatre in a way that feels welcoming and comfortable.

Saturday, February 14 at 11:00 AM we invite you to a relaxed performance of HOLES.

What makes this performance different?
• Lower sound levels
• No startling lighting or sound effects
• Theatre lights remain on during the show
• A safe, supportive, and fully accessible space

This performance is designed to help families enjoy theatre together—without pressure and with flexibility.

Please see the attached flyer for additional details, and feel free to reach out with any questions: https://www.childrenstheatreofannapolis.org/