ENTRE AMIGOS CON AUTISMO
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | maryland city park, 565 Brock Bridge Rd, Laurel, 20724, United States
ENTRE AMIGOS CON AUTISMO
Un grupo de juego de AUSOM Anne Arundel
Un tiempo para interactuar, conocer nuevas familias y tener mucha diversion
Todas las edades son bienvenidas!
FECHAS DEL 2025: 26 de abril
HORA: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
UBICACIÓN: Parque de la Ciudad de Maryland
565 Brock Bridge Rd, Laurel, MD 20724
Si tiene alguna pregunta, favor de comunicarse con Catalina Ramos
al 443-518-7681 or por texto al 443-620-8441
o a catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org.
*En caso de inclemencias del clima, se avisará por medio de un correo electrónico
y se publicará en nuestra página web, Facebook y por WhatsApp.

Este programa es hecho posible por una subvención otorgada por los Servicios de Desarrollo Comunitario de Arundel, Inc. Fondo de Impacto del Hipódromo de Laurel.

Yoga Connections - Virtual
2025-04-26 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-03 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-10 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-17 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-24 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-31 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-07 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-14 15:30 - 16:30
Virtual by Zoom Every Saturday 3:30-4:30PM ​​​​​​​
All ages welcome! Made possible through a grant from The Hussman Foundation.
Complete a one-time registration at https://app.donorview.com/m4ykx to receive the weekly Zoom link by email

Adult Social Group - HOCO
2025-04-26 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-07 17:30 - 19:30
Join the AUSOM Adult Social Group! This group meets bi-monthly generally on Saturdays – once virtually and once in person (Howard County). To get details for upcoming events, please complete the one-time registration at https://app.donorview.com/vGegx You will then receive a monthly email with details about specific events.

The Howard County-based Adult Social Group meets twice a month, with one virtual Zoom meeting and one in-person meeting/event. Participants range in age from 24 and up and participate independently. The location of the in-person gathering varies from month to month depending on the activity, but they are usually in the Columbia area or Howard County. These activities are supported by AUSOM staff members and volunteers.
Membership in the AUSOM Adult Social Group requires a one-time, online registration, which includes completing the AUSOM participation waiver.

HOWARD COUNTY CONTACT: For more information about Howard County events or if you have trouble with SignUp Genius, email Kelly Kryspin at kelly.kryspin@autismsocietymd.org.

Moms' Night Out!
2025-04-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-20 18:00 - 20:00
Join other Autism moms for a night out! Please check back for more information!
CLICK TO REGISTER
*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.

General Family Support Group (Virtual)
2025-05-01 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-06-05 19:30 - 21:00
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​A traditional support group for families that have a member on the Autism spectrum. FREE! A one-time registration is required at https://app.donorview.com/g135k . The login will be sent before each Zoom meeting.

Autism in the Park - Anne Arundel County
2025-05-03 11:00 - 14:00
Join us for a final celebration of Autism Acceptance Month at Anne Arundel County’s Autism in the Park Celebration!
May 3, 2025
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Lake Waterford Park
830 Pasadena Rd, Pasadena MD 21122
#CelebrateDifferences in an inclusive, playful environment at Autism in the Park Anne Arundel County! Join us at Lake Waterford Park’s Blue Jay Pavilion and playground on May 3rd from 11:00am-2:00pm for interactive play, entertainers, face painting, Autism Resource Fair, food truck, Bocce and Cornhole, parachute play, playground and more! FREE and Fun for all ages!

Presented by: Autism Society of Maryland and Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks. Sponsors: Attain ABA, Children’s Specialized ABA, and SECU.

Take the opportunity to visit with members of the disability community, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and elected officials at the Autism Resource Fair.
CLICK HERE for more information on Autism Acceptance Month Events!

Yoga Together! (In Person)
2025-05-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Yoga Center of Columbia, 8950 State Route 108, Suite 109, Columbia, MD, 21045
Join us for an In-Person Class. Perfect for or ages 6+ with an adult caregiver
FREE! Drop-in. Advance registration is not required.
In-person classes will be held on:

May 10, 2025
June 7, 2025

Made possible through a grant from The Hussman Foundation.
Yoga Center of Columbia
8950 State Route 108, Suite 109, Columbia, MD 21045
No registration required. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of start time to sign in.

Webinar: Water Safety & Wandering Prevention
2025-05-14 19:00 - 20:30
91% of deaths in children 14 years old or younger with Autism are due to drowning. Last year, six Autistic children drowned in Maryland subsequent to wandering! We want help prevent future tragedies.
In observance of National Water Safety Month, this webinar raises awareness about water safety for children and young people, especially those with I/DD. The panel of parents, swim instructors, self-advocates and professionals will share resources and strategies for families impacted by the risk of a loved one’s wandering that can lead to injury or drowning. Participants will learn ways to prevent wandering that can lead to tragic outcomes, particularly when water is nearby.
FREE to attend but registration is required. Click to register .
Sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland and Autism Society Baltimore-Chesapeake
PANELISTS WILL INCLUDE:

Heather Brewer, Self Advocate, Aquatics Manager & Instructor, Life Time

Gill Brown, Parent

Marlo Lemon, Parent, Parents Place of MD

Emily Watts, Lead Autism Waiver Service Coordinator, Baltimore County Public Schools

Cheryl White, Regional Aquatics Director, Brick Bodies and Owner of The Great White Swim Academy

Amanda Wroten, Director, Safety on the Spectrum, Autism Society of America

Se proporciona traducción simultánea al español

Dads' Night Out at the Bowie Baysox
2025-05-15 17:00 - 21:00
Dad’s Night Out at the Bowie Baysox!
We’re bringing back Dad’s Night Out this May with a fun evening at the Bowie Baysox game! Join us on Thursday, May 15th as the Baysox take on Akron. Game time is 6:35 PM, but come early for Happy Hour starting at 5:00 PM!
We’ll be sitting in box seats (only $22 per person with taxes and fees). This is a great chance to relax, connect, and enjoy a night at the ballpark with other AUSOM dads and supporters.
Important:RSVP by May 1st to reserve your ticket!Email: rethibaudeau@verizon.netSend payment via PayPal (Friends and Family) to: @RogerThibaudeau
After May 1st, additional attendees are welcome — we’ll share the section details so you can still join us!
Don’t miss this great night of baseball, community, and fun!

Caminata 3KM Unidos por el Autismo
2025-05-17 09:00 - 13:00
CAMINATA 3KM UNIDOS POR EL AUTISMO

Puede 17, 2025 @ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Centennial Park, Pavilion D, Ellicott City, MD
¡Únase al grupo de apoyo para padres de AUSOM para dar un paseo por Centennial Lake, jugar, comer y mucho más! Más detalles próximamente!
Este evento incluirá rifas, juegos, comida, camisetas y mucho más. Se llevará a cabo en el Parque Centenario, Pabellón D.
Para más información, póngase en contacto con:
Marianela Estrada, emailnella22@gmail.com, 973-223-1024
Alex Arevalo, ax.areval1@gmail.com, 240-374-3368
Catalina Ramos, catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org, 443-518-7681

United for Autism 3K Walk

​​​​​​​May 17, 2025 @ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Centennial Park, Pavilion D, Ellicott City, MD
Join AUSOM’s Parents Support Group for a walk around Centennial Lake, games, food and much more!
This event will include: raffles, games, food, t-shirts and much more. It will be at Centennial Park, Pavilion D
For more information, contact:
Marianela Estrada, emailnella22@gmail.com, 973-223-1024
Alex Arevalo, ax.areval1@gmail.com, 240-374-3368
Catalina Ramos, catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org, 443-518-7681

Navigating the Journey Support Group (Virtual)
2025-05-21 19:00 - 20:30
​​​​​​​Navigating the Autism Journey is a free support group for parents and caregivers that features discussions and presentations on Autism-related topics. Sessions are led by our Family Navigator, Kelly Kryspin. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
A one-time registration is required. CLICK HERE.
Upcoming Meeting Dates:

May 21, 2025

​​​​The login will be sent before each Zoom session. If you have been receiving email notifications, you are on the list.

Adult Sibling Support Group
2025-05-22 18:00 - 19:30
Adult Sibling Support Group (Virtual)​​​​​​​
The Adult Sibling Support Group is a free group that offers support to adult siblings who are caring for sisters and brothers with a range of disabilities, not only Autism. We invite you to join us for discussions offering mutual support and resource-sharing. No registration required. Contact Kelly Kryspin at kelly.kryspin@autismsocietymd.org for more details.

Water Safety Webinar
2025-05-22 20:00 - 21:00
Keep Summer Safe with Us!
Join the Autism Society of America and Dayna Harvey for a free, informative webinar that will help you make this summer safer for your loved ones—especially around water.
Thursday, May 22 @ 8:00 PM ET
Virtual Link – To register, please click here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6f61746a-300a-499b-a38f-5ad0edccd461@8482cbbf-e754-4c66-87d2-c401528dbf81
Through powerful stories and eye-opening data, you’ll learn simple, actionable strategies to prevent drowning and promote safety for individuals with autism and their families.
Whether it’s at the pool, beach, or even bath time—Miss Dayna’s ABCDEs of Drowning Prevention will give you 5 safety tools you can use right away at home and in your community.

Free access to lifesaving safety resources
Practical tips that make a real difference
Perfect for parents, caregivers, and professionals

SEGURIDAD EN EL AGUA y prevención de deambular - Taller gratuito
2025-05-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Maryland City Elementary School, 3359 Crumpton South, Laurel, MD, 20724, United States
Taller gratuito
Seguridad en el agua y prevención de deambular
El miércoles, 28 de mayo, 2025
de 5:30pm a 7:30PM
Donde:
La Escuela Elemental de Maryland City
3359 Crumpton South
Laurel, MD 20724
Taller – Únase a nosotros para una cena de pizza y aprenda cómo mantener a nuestros niños seguros cerca del agua y cómo evitar que se pierdan de su lado. Habrá cuidado de niños.
Rifa – Participe en una rifa para tener la oportunidad de ganar un cupón de $500 para una serie de clases de natación con un instructor capacitado en técnicas de seguridad en el agua para niños con autismo.
Para INSCRIBIRSE a la sesion, reservar el cuidado de niños y si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquese con Catalina Ramos al 443-518-7681 o por texto al 443-620-8441 o por correo electrónico catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org
Grupo de Apoyo para Padres Latinos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AgAFkXFUk/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Este programa es hecho posible por una subvención otorgada por los Servicios de Desarrollo Comunitario de Arundel, Inc. Fondo de Impacto del Hipódromo de Laurel.

Transition to Adulthood Clinic: Get Professional Help Applying for DORS, DDA & SSI
2025-05-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Montgomery Blair High School, 57 University Blvd E, Silver Spring, MD, 20901, United States
Transition to Adulthood Clinic: Get Professional Help Applying for DORS, DDA & SSI
Presented by xMinds and Autism Society Maryland (AUSOM)
Date: Saturday, May 31
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Montgomery Blair High School, 51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Free to register: https://xminds.org/event-6119316
Navigating life after high school can be overwhelming — from education and employment to applying for adult disability services. Join xMinds and the Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM) for a free, in-person event designed for Montgomery County families of autistic teens (ages 14–22).
Get expert guidance on applying for services like DDA, DORS, and SSI. The event includes a presentation by disabilities expert Eric Jorgensen, one-on-one consultations (waitlist only), application assistance, and resource tables with local providers.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Eric Jorgensen, Director of Special Projects, First Maryland Disability Trust
PRESENTATION: “Navigating Transition: Autism & Adulthood”
SPEAKER BIO: Eric Jorgensen is an international expert in disability planning with decades of experience helping families navigate public benefits, financial planning, and long-term support strategies for individuals with disabilities. As the Director of Special Projects at First Maryland Disability Trust, he leads initiatives that bridge the gap between complex legal tools and real-life needs. Eric specializes in Special Needs Trusts, Medicaid, Social Security, and systems of support across the lifespan. His work equips families and professionals alike with the tools to plan confidently and compassionately for the future.
CONSULTANTS: Beth Benevides (Hussman Institute), Beth Ann Hancock (Charting the Course), Meghan Smallwood (HCPSS), David Mervis, Esq. (Kennedy Krieger, Project HEAL), Nick Burton, (N. Burton Consulting), Rachel Greenberg (Life Unlimited), Arnikka Robinson (TLC), Lisa Lorraine (Jubilee), Rose Ansara (SEEC), Veronica Lawrence (SEEC), Flor de Amelia L. Hoffman (Avanzos), and Rosemary DiPietro (CCS, MoCo DHHS)

2025 – Starlight Elegance Gala
2025-06-09 18:00 - 21:00
Starlight Elegance Gala Celebration
Help us celebrate 30+ years of support and advocacy for the local autism community at the Autism Society of Maryland’s Starlight Elegance Gala Celebration! Join us on June 9, 2025, from 6:00-9:00 PM at Cured/18th & 21st in Columbia, MD, for an unforgettable evening of inspired food, craft cocktails & mocktails, live music, and entertainment. The night will feature a silent and live auction and the prestigious Community Champion Awards, honoring those who make a difference in the autism community.
The event is co-hosted by Cured/18th & 21st and Pattie and Steve Wecker to benefit AUSOM, with Suzi Padget and Don Barrick serving as event co-chairs.
This premier celebration is more than just a night out—it’s a chance to support meaningful change. Become a sponsor or donate to our silent auction to help create a more inclusive and supportive future for the autism community!
June 9, 2025, 6-9pm
Cured/18th & 21st
10580 Grantchester Way, Columbia, MD
Visit the Starlight Elegance Gala Webpage for information on Sponsorships and/or to make a donation to our Silent Auction!

Autism Diagnosis in Adulthood
2025-06-11 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for this FREE webinar
Autism Diagnosis in Adulthood
June 11, 2025 from 7:00-8:30PM
Virtual by Zoom
Se proporciona traducción simultánea al español
CLICK TO REGISTER: https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/w11o68

Join neuropsychologist Dr. Vince Culotta and a self-advocate for an informative discussion on navigating Autism diagnosis as an adult. Whether you’re considering a formal evaluation or exploring self-identification, this session will provide valuable insights and guidance.
Topics include:

How to decide whether a formal diagnosis is right for you
Finding professionals experienced in adult diagnosis
What to expect during the diagnostic process (how it differs from an assessment for a child and the costs and steps involved)
What information and preparation are helpful before seeking a diagnosis
What to do after receiving a diagnosis—resources, next steps, and support
The self-diagnosis path—why some choose it and how to navigate it with confidence

This webinar is designed not only for adults exploring their neurodivergent identity, but also family members, professionals and allies who want to better understand the adult diagnostic journey.

FREE to attend but a one-time REGISTRATION is REQUIRED to receive the session announcements and Zoom link by email!

Grupo de Apoyo Para Padres Latinos (Virtual)
2025-06-16 19:00 - 20:30
Grupo de Apoyo Para Padres Latinos (Virtual)
Para más informatión llame o envie un correo-e a:
Marianela Estrada, emailnella22@gmail.com, 973-223-1024
Alex Arevalo, ax.areval1@gmail.com, 240-374-3368

Bike to the Beach
2025-06-20
Biking for a Cause – Help Us Keep the Momentum Going!
The Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM) is once again Biking to the Beach in 2025 — and we’re riding with purpose! Our amazing team is donating their time and energy to raise support for AUSOM’s vital programs that empower and uplift our local Autism community.
For more information on joining our team or to make a donation please CLICK HERE
Thanks to generous donors like you, last year we connected with over 15,000 individuals through free events, support groups, advocacy, and resources. As Autism rates rise — now 1 in 31 nationally and 1 in 38 in Maryland — your support matters more than ever.
Every mile we ride is for our community. Every dollar you give helps us continue this work.Please consider making a donation today — and ride with us in spirit!
