Glenview gallery exhibit raises awareness of autism

A Glenview art studio will open an exhibit Friday drawn from its adult and child students to recognize Autism Awareness month, with some works created by parents of children with autism. For art teacher and Glenview resident Mia McNary, the artwork of parents can be an emotionally supportive exercise. McNary owns and operates Masters in Art Studio www.mastersinartstudio.com in Glenview, where ...

Local Teens Rock Out For Autism April 28

Long Island musicians turn passion into charity For the fourth year in the row local teen musicians are joining forces to bring awareness to childhood autism through a musical showcase, Rock Out Autism. “No matter what background you are, whether you have autism or not, music is something that resonates with people,” said Rafe Tangorra, member of the band Paging Grace and co-founder of Rock Out ...

Changes in criteria could limit autism treatment

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS — Nine-year-old Alex Arrington considers himself a Lego master. This third-grader is great, in fact, with just about any methodical subject. "Science, but I'm best at math," Alex said. "I like fractions." Socially, it's a different story. "He hasn't been invited to many birthday parties or anything like that," admits his mother, Debbie Arrington. "He's better now, but he was ...

MUSC hosts autism forum

MUSC is offering a free forum for people wanting more information about autism spectrum disorders.

Support Groups

ADOPTIVE FAMILIES TOGETHER: A group for pre- and post-adoptive families; meets fourth Sun. each month, 7-9 p.