Autism Society of Maryland

08/14/2026

Assemble your SQUAD today and join us for the Every Step Counts Walk & 5K!
All are welcome on Saturday, October 3 - Family members, Friends, Co-workers & even your favorite 4-legged super pooches! For more information and to register your Super Squad click here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/EllicottCity/EveryStepCountsAutismWalk5K

08/14/2026

SENSORY-FRIENDLY OPEN GYM - To benefit the Autism Society of MD

August 29 @ 2:00PM - 4:00PM
EAGC - Emilia's Acrobatics & Gymnastics
9000 Maier Road, Laurel MD 20723

Registration is required. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of MD. $20.00 per participant

REGISTER AT https://portal.iclasspro.com/emiliasgym/booking

Emilia's Acrobatics, Gymnastics, & Cheer is hosting this open gym for all ages. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Wear athletic gear that allows you to go upside down, bring grip socks or go barefoot, and pack a water bottle!

Thank you to Emilia's Acrobatics, Gymnastics, & Cheer for donating a portion of the proceeds to AUSOM.

08/12/2026

We are deeply grateful to Amigo Care ABA Therapy for being a 2026 Platinum Sponsor for our 20th Anniversary Every Step Counts Walk & 5K! 🌟👟

Partnerships like theirs make it possible for us to expand our reach, offer crucial resources, and build a stronger, more inclusive community for individuals and families affected by autism. Thank you, Amigo Care, for championing our mission year after year!

We can’t wait to see everyone on October 3, 2026! Join our celebration: https://runsignup.com/Race/Sponsors/MD/EllicottCity/EveryStepCountsAutismWalk5K

08/10/2026

REMINDER - TODAY is the deadline to apply for the Fall 2026 Session for the Autism Hiring Program. For more information and to submit your application please visit our website at: https://autismsocietymd.org/autism-hiring-program/

08/10/2026

Hiring Program Highlight:

Isaac, a graduate of the 2026 Autism Hiring Program, harnessed the skills and resources he developed during his AHP sessions, including his updated resume and interview preparation sessions, to secure a job with Johns Hopkins University's accelerated academic program called the Center for Talented Youth. He spent the summer as a teaching assistant for the cryptology class, helping his students decipher the mathematics of encoding and decoding information, as well as volunteering to lead some of the after-class enrichment activities for the students. Way to go Isaac!

To learn more about our hiring program please visit: https://autismsocietymd.org/resources/ausom-resources/presentations/

or contact - Linda Hoyt @ [email protected]

08/09/2026

Explore Maryland Partners in Policymaking - applications now open!

Are you ready to become a changemaker! Maryland Partners in Policymaking® applications are now open, and we are here to guide you through the process. Join us for an info call on August 12th at noon to learn about the year-long program that will inform and empower your advocacy at the local, state, and federal level. Register and learn more at https://thearcmd.org/partners/

08/07/2026

Grab your NATITUDE and join AUSOM at a
Nationals Baseball Game!
Sunday, August 30th
12:15pm vs. Miami Marlins
Nationals Park . Washington, DC

Thanks to the Nationals, we have 50 free tickets up for grabs. Here’s how it will work:

-Register at https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/vy965v to enter a lottery to win up to 4 tickets to the game
-Winners will be notified by August 10th via email
-Tickets will be delivered electronically about a week before the game
--Food, drink and other purchases will be on-your-own
Transportation is not provided

Join us as we cheer on the Nats to “Put another Curly W in the books!"

If you have questions, please email [email protected]

Nationals Park offers a variety of accommodations, including a sensory room and sensory bags. Visit their site at https://www.mlb.com/nationals/ballpark/accessibility to learn more.

08/06/2026

Please join us on August 20th from 6:30-8:00pm for a community-wide discussion on Safety & The Disability Community in Howard County. It will be held at the East Columbia 50+ Senior Center. It is open to all members of the community. The feedback will help inform the work of the Howard County Task Force that was created to delve into what we must do to create an accepting, safe, civil, and understanding first responder system, following the tragic death of Alex Lamorie.

The meeting is co-sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland and Accessible Resources for Independence. Facilitation will be by Mediation and Conflict Resolution Center. Funding is provided through a grant from the Ethan Saylor Alliance (Maryland Department of Disabilities)

Visit https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/38vpz4 to register to attend.

08/01/2026

THIS IS YOUR SIGNAL!

To celebrate our 20th year, AUSOM is bringing back another super-powered Every Step Counts celebration. You could be a star in next year's highlight reel. Suit up and join us!

There's more than one way to be an AUSOM superhero. Gather your squad! Set your team fundraising goal. Choose your event: 5K Run, 4K Walk, or 1K Stroll. OR Answer the signal by sponsoring, volunteering, or donating! Don't delay. Grab your cape and register today!

Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run
Date: October 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM – Noon
Location: Centennial Park, Ellicott City, MD
Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/EllicottCity/EveryStepCountsAutismWalk5K

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08/01/2026

What an incredible night! 🏊‍♂️🍕

A huge thank you to the over 150 guests who came out to make our pool party such a blast last night! We loved seeing everyone splashing around, enjoying hot pizza, and connecting as a community.

A special thank you to the Howard County police officers who joined in on the fun and helped us share vital resources, including water safety tips and wandering prevention bags. Keeping our community safe and supported is always a top priority!

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event so memorable. We can't wait for the next one!