Autism Society of Maryland

Yoga for Children, Teens & Adults
2023-03-18 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-03-11 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-03-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-25 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-02-18 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-02-11 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-02-04 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-01-28 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.
Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time.
CLICK to REGISTER
Each class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session.
If you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@autismsocietymd.org

Adult Social Group
2023-03-18, 2023-03-04, 2023-02-25, 2023-02-18, 2023-02-11, 2023-02-04 15:30 - 16:30, 2023-01-28 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for this group designed for independent Autistic adults ages 24+ with activities planned and scheduled by a committee of the group. Currently alternating virtual and in-person meetings and events most Saturdays. FREE to join but requires a one-time registration at https://app.donorview.com/emKYX to receive the weekly email and schedule of events. Note that days, times and locations may vary based on scheduled events. Questions? Email info@autismsocietymd.org

Navigating the Autism - Support Family
2023-03-15 19:00 - 20:30
Navigating the Autism Journey
A facilitated discussion group for people who parent or care for individuals with Autism
Monthly meetings: 1/25, 2/15, 3/15, 4/19, 5/17, 6/21, 7/19 (No meeting in August)
7:00-8:30pm
Sessions will feature open discussion or presentations on topics of interest to Autism families and caregivers. Topics will be announced in advance by e-mail. Support groups are currently virtual via Zoom.
FREE but a ONE-TIME REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. The Zoom login will be sent by email one day before the session.
If you have already registered for the AUSOM Family Support Group, you do NOT need to register again.
CLICK HERE for one-time registration

Moms' Night Out!
2023-03-15 18:00 - 20:00
Join other Autism moms for a night out at White Oak Tavern, 10030 Baltimore National Pike in Ellicott City, MD from 6-8pm. A one-time registration at https://app.donorview.com/kqGMO will get you email notification and reminders for all of our upcoming Moms’ Night events listed below:
April 18th at Facci in Maple Lawn, MD
May 17th at Cilantro’s Neighborhood Cantina in Glenelg, MD
June 21st at Union Jack’s in Columbia, MD
July 19th at Iron Bridge in Ellicott City, MD

AUSOM 30th Anniversary Gala! - SOLD OUT EVENT!
2023-03-11 07:00 - 23:00 | Turf Valley Resort, 2700 Turf Valley Rd, Ellicott City, 21042, United States
We are at capacity for our CASINO NIGHT and 30th Anniversary Celebration on March 11th. Thank you to everyone for your incredible response. If you are still interested in attending, please contact our office to be added to the waiting list at 410-290-3466 or info@autismsocietymd.org.”

Adult Social Group - No Group Today!
2023-03-11
The group will not meet today due to the AUSOM 30th Anniversary Gala.

Join us for this group designed for independent Autistic adults ages 24+ with activities planned and scheduled by a committee of the group. Currently alternating virtual and in-person meetings and events most Saturdays. FREE to join but requires a one-time registration at https://app.donorview.com/emKYX to receive the weekly email and schedule of events. Note that days, times and locations may vary based on scheduled events. Questions? Email info@autismsocietymd.org

AUSOM Family Support Group
2023-03-02 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-02-02 19:30 - 21:00
Support for families navigating the Autism Spectrum, newly-diagnosed to adult
A traditional support/discussion group led by parents for parents and caregivers
Generally held the First Thursday of the month, 7:30-9:00PM
Upcoming dates: 1/5, 2/2, 3/2, 4/13, 5/4, 6/1, 7/6
This support group is currently virtual via Zoom. We hope to offer in-person options later in the year.
FREE but a ONE-TIME REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. The Zoom login will be sent by email the day before each session.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Proofread your contact information and e-mail address(es) before hitting SUBMIT.
If you have already registered for the AUSOM Family Support Group, you do NOT need to register again.
Questions? Contact AUSOM at 410-290-3466 or info@autismsocietymd.org

Dad's Night Out!
2023-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Reckless Shepherd, 8895 McGaw Road, Suite 1A, Columbia, MD
Join other Autism dads at the Reckless Shepherd Brew Pub (formerly Friscos), 8895 McGaw Road, Suite 1A in Columbia, MD (near Wegmans). Hosted by Ed Lilley).

Update the Maryland Autism Waiver
2023-02-22 19:00 - 20:30
How will legislated changes impact the Maryland Autism Waiver’s services, supports and waiting list?
Speakers: Sherri Weisman LCSW, C-ASWCM, Autism Waiver Svc. Coordinator, The Coordinating Center
Daniel Hammond, Autism Waiver Coordinator, Mont. County Public Schools
Our speakers, who oversee Autism Waiver coordination in Howard, Harford and Montgomery Counties, will discuss important changes coming to the Waiver, plans to reduce that wait list, and what that means for children and families in our state.
Se proporciona traducción simultánea al español
FREE but registration required CLICK TO REGISTER to received the Zoom link.
Co-sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland and xMinds (Partnership for Extraordinary Minds) . Questions? 410-290-3466 or info@autismsocietymd.org.

Moms' Night Out!
2023-02-21 18:00
Join other Autism moms for a night out at Walker’s Tab & Table, 2465 MD-97, Glenwood, MD 21738 from 6-8pm. A one-time registration at https://app.donorview.com/kqGMO will get you email notification and reminders for all of our upcoming Moms’ Night events listed below:
March 15th at White Oak Tavern in Ellicott City, MD
April 18th at Facci in Maple Lawn, MD
May 17th at Cilantro’s Neighborhood Cantina in Glenelg, MD
June 21st at Union Jack’s in Columbia, MD
July 19th at Iron Bridge in Ellicott City, MD

GRUPO DE APOYO PARA PADRES LATINOS (Virtual)
2023-02-20 19:00 - 20:30
GRUPO DE APOYO PARA PADRES LATINOS (Virtual)
January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17, May 15, June 19, July 17
7:00-8:30pm
Virtual via Zoom​​​​​​​. Speaker TBA
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

Towson U. Men's Basketball - Autism Advocacy Game
2023-02-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Towson University
Hear those Towson Tigers Roar on February 18th at 4pm with half-price tickets to the men’s basketball game!
Towson University vs. NC A&T for their annual Autism Advocacy Game at the SECU Arena – Towson University
Buy TICKETS Here! …and don’t forget to stop by and visit us at the Autism Society table that afternoon!

Navigating the Autism Journey - Support Group
2023-02-15 19:00 - 20:30

Bike to the Beach with HCAS!
2023-02-03 08:00 - 17:00
Join our team and help us bike to build neurodiversity in Maryland’s workplace!
On July 28th, the Autism Society of Maryland Team will be riding from Baltimore to Dewey Beach with the Bike to the Beach event in support of the Autism Hiring Program. This AUSOM initiative is advancing workplace neurodiversity and acceptance, connecting businesses to an untapped workforce of skilled Autistic adults and targeting jobseekers not supported by existing systems.
85% of Autistic adults with a college education are unemployed, and over 90% of adults with Autism are underemployed or unemployed?
The Autism Hiring Program, now in its third year, is serving candidates and employers in Maryland with placements in professions that include IT, CyberSecurity, Retail, Administrative, Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Entertainment, Recreation, Historic, Warehouse among others. Learn more about the program at https://autismsocietymd.org/autism-hiring-program/
Ride with us or donate to support creating and sustaining neurodiverse job opportunities!
CLICK TO JOIN OUR TEAM OR DONATE

Navigating the Autism Journey - Support Group - Vision Boards!
2023-01-25 19:00 - 20:30
Navigating the Autism Journey
A facilitated discussion group for people who parent or care for individuals with Autism
Monthly meetings: 1/25, 2/15, 3/15, 4/19, 5/17, 6/21, 7/19 (No meeting in August)
7:00-8:30pm
Sessions feature open discussion or presentations on topics of interest to Autism families and caregivers. Topics will be announced in advance by e-mail. Support groups are currently virtual via Zoom.
This session will be focused on Visualization & Creating your 2023 Vision. We are creating vision boards!
Gain clarity on your 2023 vision, have creative fun, tap into the benefits of visualization. Scroll down to see what you will need for this session.
FREE but a ONE-TIME REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. The Zoom login will be sent by email one day before the session.
If you have already registered for the AUSOM Family Support Group, you do NOT need to register again.
CLICK HERE for one-time registration

What you will need for this session:
– scissors
– glue or glue sticks, or tape
– construction paper or poster board paper
Or
-Corkboard and thumbtacks
-Old magazines, or magazines that you’d like to use to cut up the right images for your vision board.
You’ll want to have on hand images, pictures, that represent your vision. Cut outs of pictures of words that can inspire your journey.
– What you would need to make a collage.
– You can also do this digitally if you’d like. You can do it on Canva, the free version or another digital graphic site. Canva site> https://www.canva.com/tools/logo-maker-q1/?clickId=R6sSVHRz4xyLWUtwUx0Mo387UkDwKAx5sSmz3w0&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=MaxBounty.com%20ULC_10813&irgwc=1
– You can do it on your tablet or computer if you’d like.
Here is a little info on vision boards, and more on supplies to create one from Mindbodygreen. https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-make-a-vision-board/

Autism and Everyday Executive Function
2023-01-25 12:00 - 13:30
Virtual Event
This presentation will be based on a simple statement made by an adult autistic friend of mine, “autism changes the rules” she said. “In fact, it is more important for an autistic person to learn executive functions than it is to learn social skills.” Executive functions essentially control our behavior and emotions, but for the autistic person this can be difficult. This presentation will be about the executive functions, but more importantly, there will be detailed suggestions for how to access and strengthen these functions specifically for the autistic individual. The ideas shared will be simple, direct, and applicable for home and school. Presented by Paula Moraine, M. Ed. To register visit https://pathfindersforautism.org/asd-exec-func-webinar/. Sponsored by Pathfinders for Autism and the Autism Society of Maryland
Free
