Autism Society of Maryland

09/19/2025

Now Hiring: Community Life Manager @ Patuxent Commons in Columbia, MD!
Be a part of a first-of-its-kind affordable, inclusive, intergenerational housing community.
- 76-unit development
- Supports people of all abilities and ages
- Opening October 2025
Apply now or share with your network:
🔗 https://www.indeed.com/job/community-life-manager-bd206c2486b8f577
Developed by Mission First Housing Group based on a concept created by the Autism Society of Maryland

09/19/2025

Celebrate 30 years of Breaking Barriers, Building Futures and Empowering Lives on Oct. 17th with Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation! (CASSI)! Register for CASSI’s annual conference today — link below!

One month to go!

On Friday, Oct. 17 Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™) will host the 23rd Annual Autism Conference: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures.

This virtual event brings together families, educators, clinicians, and researchers to share the latest advancements in autism services and celebrate 30 years of empowering lives at CASSI™.

- Live sessions on October 17
- On-demand access through December 31

Early bird pricing has been extended through October 6—don’t miss this opportunity to save.
Register today: https://web.cvent.com/event/99dbe01e-c902-4e85-aecd-42008b4732f8/summary

09/19/2025

Join the ZAMDANCE PARTY on September 28th!

The 3-hour ZAMDANCE PARTY for Ages 13 & Older will be on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28th from 3:00p.m.- 6:00p.m., please see the attached flyer for details. The fee is $40/per dancer, parents & aides are FREE. This event is specifically geared towards our kids Ages 13 & Older and they should dress to impress, get creative & fancy as they want to be! Food & drinks will be served.

ZamDance/ZamMovement,INC is a nonprofit in Montgomery County that allows individuals with disabilities to express themselves through dance.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.zamdance.com

09/18/2025

What a terrific event yesterday in Montgomery County with Pathfinders for Autism and the Montgomery County Police Autism/IDD Unit

Join AUSOM, Pathfinders for Autism and the Howard County Police Department on October 17th in Columbia for a Traffic Stop Practice from 9am-noon. Open to drivers and passengers of all abilities! Register at this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A4AF2FA3F5C07-57209428-howard #/

09/16/2025

👟 Every Step Counts because every family deserves the chance to be part of this incredible day of community, hope, and inclusion.

For just $100, you can sponsor a family of four to attend the Walk & 5K. Your generosity ensures families can enjoy the event together without worrying about cost.

🌟 Sponsor a family today — give the gift of belonging, joy, and memories that will last a lifetime.
👉 https://runsignup.com/Race/EveryStepCountsAutismWalk5K/Page-19

09/15/2025

💥 Calling all heroes! 💥
Every Step Counts Walk & 5K needs YOU to join our Volunteer Squad. Whether you’re great at cheering, handing out water, or guiding participants — your superpower makes a difference!

🦸‍♀️ Volunteer Squad Assemble → https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MD/EllicottCity/EveryStepCountsAutismWalk5K

09/14/2025

Temple Grandin will be speaking in Maryland!

Join us for this special opportunity to hear from Temple Grandin, Ph.D., one of the most accomplished and well-known adults with autism in the world. Dr. Grandin gets down to the real issues of autism, the ones parents, teachers, and individuals on the spectrum face every day. Temple offers helpful dos and don’ts, practical strategies, and try-it-now tips, all based on her “insider” perspective and a great deal of research.

Dr. Temple Grandin is coming to Laurel, Maryland!
October 17, 2025
Doors open at 5:30pm
Temple Speaks: 6:30pm
Q&A and Book Signing: 8:00-9:00pm
Applied Physics Lab/Johns Hopkins - Kossiakoff Conference Center
11100 Johns Hopkins Road, Laurel, MD 20723
Tickets: $64.95 presale; $74.95 at the door
Online at https://www.fhautism.com/ or call 817•277•0727

Temple Grandin Official Website https://www.templegrandin.com/

Sponsored by the Autism Societies of Baltimore Chesapeake, District of Columbia, and Maryland

This is a sensory-friendly event designed to provide a supportive and welcoming experience for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Sound and light levels will be moderated in a relaxed environment where the audience is free to talk, vocalize, and come and go from the seating area. There will be a quiet room available off the lobby.

09/14/2025

Dia Sensorialmente Amigable en el Carrusel Dentzel del Parque de Glen Echo

Domingo, septiembre 21, 2025 11:00am – 1:00pm (Las puertas se abrirán a las 10:45am) El domingo, septiembre 21, acompáñenos para un Dia Sensorialmente Amigable en el Carrusel Dentzel del Parque de Glen Echo. De 11am a 1pm, estaremos ajustando la experiencia de montar para ayudar a mejorar la accesibilidad y el disfrute de los pasajeros en el carrusel! Además, estaremos recopilando comentarios de los asistentes para seguir mejorando la experiencia de los pasajeros. Los días sensorialmente amigables incluirán:

-No luces
-Música grabada a bajo volumen
-Vueltas más lentas Y cortas
-Mas tiempo entre vueltas, permitiendo tiempo extra para subirse y bajarse del carrusel y para instalarse y familiarizarse con el carrusel
-Las puertas abrirán a las 10:45am, 15 minutos antes de la hora regular, dando tiempo para caminar alrededor del carrusel, tocar los animales, y familiarizarse con el lugar mientras la música no esta sonando y el carrusel no se está moviendo.
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DENTZEL CAROUSEL Please join us for a ride on one of the greater Washington area’s true treasures! Installed at Glen Echo Park in 1921, the canopy and the carved figures were made by the Dentzel Carousel Company of Germantown, Pennsylvania. It is a classic example of hand woodcarving popular durin...

09/14/2025

We had such a wonderful time today at the Kennedy Cluster Back-to-School Block Party and Resource Fair at John F. Kennedy High School in Silver Spring, MD.

The morning was filled with fun — from games, face painting, and line dancing to delicious bites from food trucks. Families had the chance to connect with local organizations at the resource fair and enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere.

A big thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the new school year with us!

09/14/2025

Join this important discussion on wandering and elopement on 9/17/25.

Join us on September 17th for a virtual autism listening session about and : https://autismlisteningsession917.rsvpify.com/

Maryland Department of Disabilities

09/12/2025

Sensory-Friendly Day at Glen Echo Park's Dentzel Carousel
Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 11:00am - 1:00pm (Doors open at 10:45am)

On Sunday, September 21, join us for a Sensory-Friendly Day at Glen Echo Park's Dentzel carousel. From 11am to 1pm, we'll be adjusting the riding experience to help improve the carousel accessibility and enjoyment for riders! Plus, we'll be gathering feedback from attendees to continue to improve the rider experience. Sensory-friendly days will include:
- No lights
- Recorded music at a lower volume
- Slower AND shorter rides
- More time between rides, allowing extra time to get on and off the carousel and to get settled and accustomed to the carousel
- Doors open at 10:45am, 15 minutes before regular opening time, allowing time to walk around the carousel, touch the animals, and get familiar with the setting while music is not playing and the ride isn't moving.
Learn More: glenechopark.org/carousel

glenechopark.org/carousel