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  • An Evening with Temple Grandin, in Laurel Maryland

    Applied Physics Lab/Johns Hopkins - Kossiakoff Conference Center 11100 Johns Hopkins Road, Laurel, MD, United States

    Dr. Temple Grandin is coming to Laurel, 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…

  • World Autism Acceptance Day

    On World Autism Acceptance Day, we recognize and celebrate the diverse experiences of the autism community while advocating for greater acceptance, inclusion, and support. At the Autism Society of Maryland, we believe that acceptance is just the beginning—true impact comes from fostering understanding and creating a world where autistic individuals and their families feel valued…

  • Autism in the Park Howard County

    Blandair Park 5700 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia, MD, United States

    Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with us at Autism in the Park!   Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Laura’s Place Playground, in the North area of Blandair Regional Park Columbia, MD *RAIN DATE IS APRIL 12, 2026 Join us for this FAVORITE Autism Acceptance Month Event! Autism in the Park is FREE for…

  • RAIN DATE: Autism in the Park Howard County

    Blandair Park 5700 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia, MD, United States

    RAIN DATE! ¡Fecha alternativa en caso de lluvia! If we get rained out on Saturday April 11, we will hold this event on Sunday, April 12th. Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with us at Autism in the Park!   Sunday, April 12, 2026/Abril 12 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Laura’s Place Playground, in the North area of…

  • AAM Self Advocate Panel

    AAM Self-Advocate Panel​​​​​​​ IN OUR OWN WORDS April 15, 2026 from 7 pm - 8:30 pm FREE - Virtual by Zoom - Registration is Required Autism Acceptance Month is when we're invited to expand our understanding of autism by listening to voices from the autism community. In this webinar, autistic adults share firsthand experiences about…

  • Community Conversation for the Disability Community

    Autism Society of Maryland 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 308, Columbia, MD, United States

    We want your input on public safety in Howard County, MD Accessible Resources for Independence (ARI) and the Autism Society of Maryland invite Howard County residents with disabilities to participate in a facilitated Community Conversation about public safety. Your feedback will help identify priorities, elevate lived experiences, and inform the work of the Howard County…

  • Safety & The Disability Community in Howard County

    East Columbiz 50+ Senior Center 6610 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, Maryland

    Your voice matters. Your presence counts. Join us on August 20th from 6:30-8:00pm at East Columbia 50+ Senior Center. We'll discuss safety concerns affecting people with disabilities in Howard County,…