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DC Walk Now Attracts 7,500 Walkers

Friday, November 14th, 2008

7,500 Walkers Raise $818,000 at D.C. Walk Now for Autism
Autism Speaks

The 8th annual D.C. Walk Now for Autism took place on Saturday, Nov. 8 at The National Mall, as 7,500 walkers raised $818,000. The Walk began at the foot of the Washington National Monument, proceeded past the White House, and stopped briefly in front of […]

Allison Foundation Casino Party and Silent Auction - May 3!

Friday, May 2nd, 2008

2nd Annual Casino Party and Silent Auction
May 3, 2008 | Ironsides Rescue Squad | 6 - 10PM
A fun evening for adults. Admission will include dinner and $50,000 in “fun money” per person to play casino games and win fantastic prizes…try your luck at blackjack, roulette, chuck-a-luck, horse races and other exciting games! The silent auction […]

Water Exploration for Special Populations

Sunday, April 6th, 2008

Water Exploration for Special Populations
This class is specifically designed for children with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities who want to learn how to be safe in, on, and around the water. Participants will learn water safety skills and basic swimming skills. Each class includes independent, guided discovery time in the water with a parent or […]

Jingle Ball!

Wednesday, December 12th, 2007

Z100’s Jingle Ball to help fight autism
David Hinckley | New York Daily News | Radio Dial
Whipping up excitement for Z100’s annual Jingle Ball concert, which rolls around again Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Garden, has never been a problem.
So this year, says Tom Poleman, senior vice president of programming for WHTZ (100.3 FM) parent […]

Jenny McCarthy’s ‘Louder Than Words’ Tour

Friday, September 21st, 2007

Jenny McCarthy is currently touring in support of her new book Louder than Words A Mother’s Journey In Healing Autism. This week she was on The Oprah Winfrey Show with Holli Robinson Peete (who also has a son with autism) and tonight she’ll be on 20/20 at 9PM on ABC.
Next week, she’ll be appearing on […]

SMART Meeting: September 29

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

The next scheduled meeting of the Southern Maryland Autism Resource Team will be held on September 29, 2007 from 6:30 - 8PM.
For more information, please contact Sylvie Acevedo at 301.893.8098 or e-mail riverausa@erols.com.

TV: Oprah: Jenny McCarthy and Holly Robinson Peete

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

Jenny McCarthy and Holly Robinson Peete—Their Fight to Save Their Autistic Sons
Oprah.com
Sex appeal put Jenny McCarthy on the map. TV made Holly Robinson Peete famous. But Hollywood could not prepare them for this. Two moms share the fight to save their autistic sons.
September 18, 2007 | 4PM | WJLA - 7
September 19, 2007 | 1:05AM […]

“Know Your Community” Workshop: September 19

Thursday, September 13th, 2007

Wednesday, September 19 | 6 - 8PM | F.B Gwynn Center
This workshop will officially start at 6:00PM at the F.B. Gwynn Center with a SECAC meeting.  The bulk of the workshop will then start at 6:30PM.
Please RSVP to Kim or Deb at pfs@ccboe.com or call 301-934-7456.

2nd Annual Allison Foundation Golf Tournament: September 21

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

2nd Annual Allison Foundation Golf Tournament
Friday, September 21 | Shotgun Start at 1PM | Potomac Ridge Golf Course
2nd Annual Allison Foundation Golf Tournament
Sponsored by John L. Mattingly Construction
The biggest event of the year! A great day of golf at the first-class Potomac Ridge Golf Course in Waldorf.
Tournament fee includes: Green/cart fees, practice facility, goodie […]

Thanks to the Allison Foundation

Monday, May 7th, 2007

This weekend, the Allison Foundation held its third fundraiser at the Ironsides Rescue Squad. The event was a Casino Night and Silent Auction raising funds for therapies not normally covered by most medical insurance.
The turnout was great and I’d like to thank the foundation’s chair and co-chair, George and Gina Nairn for their tireless efforts […]

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