Autism Society of Maryland

Yoga Together! (In Person)
2024-08-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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:

August 17, 2024

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.

AUSOM Anne Arundel UNA FIESTA DE TRAMPOLÍN
2024-08-17 08:00 - 10:00 | Get Air Trampoline Park, 570 East Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD
UNA FIESTA DE TRAMPOLÍN
Agosto 17, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Get Air Trampoline Park
587 Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD
La Sociedad de Autismo de Maryland, en asociación con Get Air Trampoline Park, organiza una fiesta de trampolín GRATUITA. Invitamos a personas autistas de todas las edades y capacidades y a sus familias a unirse a nosotros en una fiesta de salto.
NOTA: Los saltadores deben comprar calcetines con agarre en Get Air ($4.24/par) o traer los suyos propios.
Space is limited! ​​​​​​​HAGA CLIC AQUÍ para registrarse
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AUSOM Anne Arundel Trampoline Party
2024-08-17 08:00 - 10:00 | Get Air Trampoline Park, 570 East Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD
AUSOM Anne Arundel
TRAMPOLINE JUMP PARTY
August 17, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Get Air Trampoline Park
587 Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD
The Autism Society of Maryland, in partnership with the Get Air Trampoline Park, is hosting a FREE trampoline party. Autistic individuals of all ages and abilities and their families are invited to join us for a jump party​​​​​​​. NOTE: Jumpers must purchase gripper jump socks at Get Air ($4.24/pair) or provide their own.
Space is limited! CLICK HERE to register​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

The Perfect Blend - Anne Arundel Family Support Group
2024-08-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Maryland City at Russett Library, 3501 Russett Common, Laurel, MD, 20724
AUSOM Anne Arundel Family Support Group
THE PERFECT BLEND
Held in-person; no pre-registration required.

Join other Autism parents and caregivers for an informal, in-person discussion of topics that are of interest to you in a safe and supportive environment. Sessions will be held at public locations in Anne Arundel County.

August 14, 2024
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Russet Library, 3501 Russet Common, Laurel, MD 20724

For more information, contact:
Catalina Ramos (en español e inglés) catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org
443-518-7681 or 443-620-8441 (texts, Google Voice)

Yoga Connections - Virtual
2024-08-10 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-08-03 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-07-27 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-07-20 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-07-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-07-06 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-06-29 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-06-22 15:30 - 16:30 | MD
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

National Night Out
2024-08-06 17:00 - 20:00 | MD
August 6th is National Night Out!
AUSOM staff and board members will join police officers
at these FREE events in three counties. Join us!​​​​​​​
Anne Arundel/Eastern Police District
6-8pm at Kinder Farm Park
1001 Kinder Farm Park Road
Millersville, MD
https://nationalnightouteasterndistrict.org/
Support community-police relationships. Visit with AACo police, take part in family-friendly activities (Touch a Truck, games and prizes), enjoy lite fare and beverages, and more.
Apoyar las relaciones entre la comunidad y la policía. Visite a la policía de AACo, participe en actividades familiares (Touch a Truck, juegos y premios), disfrute de comidas y bebidas ligeras, y más.
Howard County Police Department
5-8pm at Clarksville Commons
12230 & 12250 Clarksville Pike
Clarksville, MD
https://www.howardcountymd.gov/police/2024-national-night-out
Join Howard County police for fire safety(?) displays, live music, child-friendly activities, games, giveaways and more!
¡Únase a la policía del condado de Howard para ver exhibiciones de seguridad contra incendios, música en vivo, actividades para niños, juegos, obsequios y más!​​​​​​​
Montgomery County Police Department
6-8pm at Casey Community Center
810 South Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD
https://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/services/police-services/office-of-community-services/national-night-out
Meet police officers from the Gaithersburg Police Department and allied agencies. Enjoy a DJ, line dancing, demonstrations, giveaways and more!
Conozca a los agentes de policía del Departamento de Policía de Gaithersburg y agencias aliadas. ¡Disfruta de un DJ, baile en línea, demostraciones, obsequios y más!

Bike to the Beach 2024!
2024-08-02 | MD
Join our AUSOM team as we ride from Baltimore to Dewey Beach (or any part of that route!) as part of Bike to the Beach to raise funds for the Autism Society of Maryland! Team forming now. If interested in riding, volunteering at our rest stop, or sponsoring, email melissa.rosenberg@autismsocietymd.org. More details coming soon!

Adult Social Group
2024-07-27 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-06-29 17:30 - 19:30 | MD
Join the AUSOM Adult Social Group this Saturday!
This weeks meeting will be a Virtual Meeting!
The AUSOM Adult Social Group welcomes independent autistic adults ages 24 and up. Join us for the opportunity to make friends, connect with the community, participate in social activities, and learn about local resources. Develop your skills related to independence, interdependence, and social interaction. But most of all, join us to have fun. The group holds one virtual and one in-person meeting each month. Complete a one-time registration to receive a monthly email that includes a schedule of upcoming meetings and events. CLICK TO REGISTER: https://app.donorview.com/vGegx

REGISTRATION CLOSED / INSCRIPCIONES CERRADAS - Summer Pool Party! Una Fiesta en la Piscina - Howard County
2024-07-26 17:00 - 20:00 | MacGill’s Common Pool, 10025 Shaker Drive, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
REGISTRATION CLOSED / INSCRIPCIONES CERRADAS

Registration is now at capacity for the Summer Pool Party (Howard County) on July 26th sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland. If you would like to be added to the Waiting List, please contact the Autism Society office via email or phone at info@autismsocietymd.org or 410-290-3466 – with the name of each person you would like to add to the list along with a contact email and phone number for the main contact. If you are registered but can no longer attend, please also contact the Autism Society so that we can move someone from the waiting list into your spot.

Ya están llenas las inscripciones para la fiesta en la piscina de verano (Howard County) que se celebrará el 26 de julio, patrocinado por la Sociedad de Autismo de Maryland. Si desea que lo agreguen a la lista de espera, comuníquese con la oficina de la Sociedad de Autismo por correo electrónico o por teléfono a catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org o al 443-518-7681 (Directo), 443-620-8441 (Textos), con el nombre de cada persona que desea agregar a la lista. con un correo electrónico de contacto y número de teléfono del contacto principal. Si está registrado pero ya no puede asistir, comuníquese también con la Sociedad de Autismo para que podamos trasladar a alguien de la lista de espera a su lugar.

SUMMER POOL PARTY / UNA FIESTA EN LA PISCINA
July 26, 2024 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM / 26 de julio de 2024 a las 5:00 p. m. – 8:00 p. m
Macgill’s Common Pool, Columbia, MD
Piscina común de Macgill’s, Columbia, MD
​​​​​​​REGISTER / REGISTRO

This popular, annual Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM) gathering is back! We welcome individuals and their families of all ages and abilities to join us for a swim and pizza party at MacGill’s Common Pool in Columbia, MD. Lifeguards from the Columbia Association who have received Autism 101 Training from AUSOM will be on duty. Pizza (2 slices per guest) and drinks will be served at around 6:30pm. Please indicate if you require gluten-free pizza. FREE but registration is required to attend. Space is limited.
¡Esta reunión anual tan popular de la Sociedad de Autismo de Maryland (AUSOM) está de regreso! Le damos la bienvenida a individuos y a sus familias de todas las edades y habilidades para acompañarnos a nadar y a una fiesta con pizza en MacGills Common Pool en Columbia, MD. Los Salvavidas de la Asociación de Columbia quienes han recibido el entrenamiento de Autismo 101 de AUSOM estarán presentes. Pizza (2 pedazos por invitado) y bebidas se servirán a las 6:30pm. Por favor déjenos saber si prefiere pizza sin gluten. Es GRATIS, pero necesitan inscribirse para poder asistir. El espacio es limitado.

CANCELLED! Spectrum in the Spotlight - AUSOM Montgomery
2024-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD, 20850
The Game Night scheduled for July 25th has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. The Game Night will be rescheduled for August. An email will be sent and the calendar updated once the details have been set.

FREE! ​​​​​​​In person!
SPECTRUM IN THE SPOTLIGHT
GAME NIGHT
A Social Group by and for Autistic Adults
Meets in Montgomery County
Date: July 25, 2024 6:00-7:30pm
Venue: Rockville Memorial Library
Medium Meeting Room, 2nd Floor
21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850
​​​​​Questions? Contact Kristen Letnick, at kristen.letnick@autismsocietymd.org
GAME NIGHT
This is an informal and casual opportunity to just unwind, socialize, & have the option to play games with your fellow autistic adults in a relaxed setting. Staff will have a few games on-hand, but we encourage you to bring your own games you wish to play!
Additional event notes:

This event is for Autistic adults who can participate independently. If anyone is accompanying you who is NOT an Autistic adult, they will be asked to wait in the library until the end of the session.
The social game night will be held on the second-floor meeting room at the Rockville Memorial Library (see address below).
For public transit and parking information, visit https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library/branches/rockville.html

If you have difficulty finding the room, please go to customer service and let the library staff know that you’re looking for the Autism Society of Maryland meeting. Contact Kristen at 443-518-7684 or kristen.letnick@autismsocietymd.org in case of any last-minute issues.
About Spectrum in the Spotlight: Join Autistic adults in Montgomery County for FREE socials sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM). Come meet and mingle and learn about future opportunities to get connected. This event is for adults age 21+ who can participate independently.
If you are registering for an attendee, please provide the attendee’s information.
Proofread your entries!
Questions!
Contact Kristen Letnick, AUSOM’s Montgomery County Resource Coordinator, at 443-518-7684 or kristen.letnick@autismsocietymd.org

Register to RSVP and receive the Zoom link by email.

Dad's Night Out at Sapwood Cellars Brewery!
2024-07-23 18:00 - 20:00 | MD
Join other Autism dads for a night out at Sapwood Cellars Brewery, 8980 MD-108 Suite MNO, Columbia, MD 21045
We’ll meet starting at 6pm and stay through Trivia. The Tasty Empanadas food truck will be on site that night. No registration needed. Ask for Jim Klempton or the AUSOM dads group when you arrive.

Moms' Night Out!
2024-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | MD
Join other Autism moms for a night out at LeeLynn’s Dining Room and Lounge on July 16 from 6-8pm. LeeLynn’s is located at 9495 Old Annapolis Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
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.

Grupo de Apoyo Para Padres Latinos (Virtual)
2024-07-15 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
Grupo de Apoyo Para Padres Latinos (Virtual)
Susana Barrios, Advocate, Disability Rights Maryland
15 de Julio, 7:00-8:30pm​​​​​​​
LPSG – AUSOM JULY 2024
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

Registration Closed/Inscripciones Cerradas - Summer Pool Party/Una Fiesta En La Piscina - Montgomery County!
2024-07-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Hillandale Swim & Tennis Association, 10116 Green Forest Drive, Silver Spring, Maryland
Registration is now at capacity for the Summer Pool Party on July 14th co-sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland and Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds). If you would like to be added to the Waiting List, please contact the Autism Society office via email or phone at info@autismsocietymd.org or 410-290-3466 – with the name of each person you would like to add to the list along with a contact email and phone number for the main contact. If you are registered but can no longer attend, please also contact the Autism Society so that we can move someone from the waiting list into your spot.

Ya están llenas las inscripciones para la fiesta en la piscina de verano que se celebrará el 14 de julio, copatrocinada por la Sociedad de Autismo de Maryland y la Asociación para Mentes Extraordinarias (xMinds). Si desea que lo agreguen a la lista de espera, comuníquese con la oficina de la Sociedad de Autismo por correo electrónico o por teléfono a info@autismsocietymd.org o al 410-290-3466, con el nombre de cada persona que desea agregar a la lista. con un correo electrónico de contacto y número de teléfono del contacto principal. Si está registrado pero ya no puede asistir, comuníquese también con la Sociedad de Autismo para que podamos trasladar a alguien de la lista de espera a su lugar.

SUMMER POOL PARTY / UNA FIESTA EN LA PISCINA
July 14, 2024 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM / 14 de julio de 2024 a las 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hillandale Swim & Tennis Association, Silver Spring, MD
Asociación de Natación y Tenis de Hillandale, Silver Spring, MD
REGISTER / REGISTRO

Autistic individuals of all ages and abilities and their families are invited to join us for a FREE swim and brunch at Hillandale Swim & Tennis Association in Silver Spring, MD. Lifeguards from HSTA will be on duty. We will have breakfast/brunch food, snacks and drinks for all to enjoy, including gluten-free options. FREE but registration is required to attend. Space is limited.
Individuos con Autismo de todas las edades y habilidades y sus familias están invitados para acompañarnos a nadar y merendar GRATIS en Hillandale Swim & Tennis Association en Silver Spring, MD. Los salvavidas de HSTA estarán presentes. Tendremos desayuno/merienda, refrigerios y bebidas para que todos disfruten, incluyendo opciones sin gluten. Es GRATIS, pero necesitan inscribirse para poder asistir. El espacio es limitado.
Co-presented by AUSOM and The Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds)
Presentado conjuntamente con The Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds)

Adult Social Group
2024-07-13 17:30 - 19:30 | MD
Join the AUSOM Adult Social Group this Saturday!
This weeks meeting will be In-Person
The AUSOM Adult Social Group welcomes independent autistic adults ages 24 and up. Join us for the opportunity to make friends, connect with the community, participate in social activities, and learn about local resources. Develop your skills related to independence, interdependence, and social interaction. But most of all, join us to have fun. The group holds one virtual and one in-person meeting each month. Complete a one-time registration to receive a monthly email that includes a schedule of upcoming meetings and events. CLICK TO REGISTER: https://app.donorview.com/vGegx

Yoga Together! (In Person)
2024-07-13 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:

July 13, 2024

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.

General Family Support Group (Virtual)
2024-07-11 19:30 - 21:00 | MD
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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.

The Perfect Blend - Anne Arundel Family Support Group
2024-07-10 17:30 - 19:00 | MD
AUSOM Anne Arundel Family Support Group
THE PERFECT BLEND
Held in-person; no pre-registration required.

Join other Autism parents and caregivers for an informal, in-person discussion of topics that are of interest to you in a safe and supportive environment. Sessions will be held at public locations in Anne Arundel County.

July 10, 2024
5:30-7:00pm
Crofton Library, 1681 Riedel Rd, Crofton, MD 21114

For more information, contact:
Catalina Ramos (en español e inglés) catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org
443-518-7681 or 443-620-8441 (texts, Google Voice)

Spectrum in the Spotlight - AUSOM Montgomery
2024-06-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD, 20850
Join us for a free game night social for Autistic adults on Thursday, June 27th from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm at the Rockville Memorial Library.
This is an informal and casual opportunity to just unwind, socialize, & have the option to play games with your fellow autistic adults in a relaxed setting. Staff will have a few games on-hand, but we encourage you to bring your own games you wish to play!

Additional event notes:

This event is for Autistic adults who can participate independently. If anyone is accompanying you who is NOT an Autistic adult, they will be asked to wait in the library until the end of the session.
The social game night will be held on the first-floor meeting room at the Rockville Memorial Library (see address below). When you come in through the Front door, the meeting room will be on the right.
For public transit and parking information, visit https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library/branches/rockville.html

If you have difficulty finding the room, please go to customer service and let the library staff know that you’re looking for the Autism Society of Maryland meeting. I’ll also try to check my email at kristen.letnick@autismsocietymd.org in case of any last-minute issues.
Location Address:
Rockville Memorial Library
1st Floor Medium Room
21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850

About Spectrum in the Spotlight: Join Autistic adults in Montgomery County for FREE socials sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM). Come meet and mingle and learn about future opportunities to get connected. This event is for adults age 21+ who can participate independently.
If you are registering for an attendee, please provide the attendee’s information.
Proofread your entries!
Questions!
Contact Kristen Letnick, AUSOM’s Montgomery County Resource Coordinator, at 443-518-7684 or kristen.letnick@autismsocietymd.org

Register to RSVP and receive the Zoom link by email.

So You Wanna Make (Online)Friends: How to Safely Navigate the (Online) World
2024-06-20 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
Session 2 of a 4-Part Series Exploring Self-Love for Self-Advocates
SESSION 2 – So You Wanna Make (Online) Friends: How to Safely Navigate the (Online) World
Virtual by Zoom
Se proporciona traducción simultánea al español
This four-part series explores the importance of self-love and self-understanding for Autistic self-advocates who experience loneliness and isolation. These sessions will be a mix of engaging presentations and reflections that will feature Autistic speakers and panelists. CLICK HERE to register

Navigating the Journey Support Group (Virtual)
2024-06-19 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
​​​​​​​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. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Upcoming Meeting Dates: 1/17, 2/21, 3/20, 4/17, 5/15, 6/19, 7/17 (No August Meeting)
​​​​​​​A one-time registration is required. CLICK HERE.
The login will be sent before each Zoom session. If you have been receiving email notifications, you are on the list.

Bullying: What Can We Tell You (Part 3 of a 3-part series)
2024-06-18 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
BULLYING – WHAT WE CAN TELL YOU
Annual Self-Advocates Panel
June 18, 2024 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Virtual by Zoom
Se proporciona traducción simultánea al español
Three autistic self-advocates in their 20’s will discuss their life experiences involving bullying in school, the workforce and their community. Our panelists will speak about the effect these experiences had on them and will assess any steps that were taken to keep them safe and supported. REGISTER to receive the Zoom link.
Sponsored by Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds) and AUSOM
