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Jonah Zimiless
Autism Awareness Month on the Jamie Ross Show Autism Awareness Month Schedule of Events The Latest in Autism Research Michael Rosanoff, assistant director of Research and Public Health at Autism Speaks, will discuss the latest scientific developments in autism research. Autism Speaks is the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. Thursday April 8, 7:30pm Understanding Biomedical Alternatives in Treating Autism Barbie Zimmerman-Bier, assistant professor of Developmental Pediatrics at UMDNJ and a behavioral pediatrician, will speak about using biomedical alternatives such as diet changes to treat autism. Wednesday April 14, 7:30pm Autism in Fiction – Words Book Group This month’s book group will discuss Jodi Picoult’s House Rules. Publisher’s Weekly says, “Picoult’s research is impeccable and she deals intelligently with charged questions about autism and Asperger’s.” All are welcome to attend. Thursday April 15, 7:30pm Autism Awareness Day Join us for Autism Awareness Day at Words. Speakers and performers include: Maplewood Mayor Vic De Luca, Mary Beth Walsh, a theology lecturer who will speak about “Autism and Faith,” and health & wellness coach Risa Olinsky who will discuss “Caring for the Autism Caregiver.” Throughout the day, the group Sing SOS! will perform songs from their album “Songs of the Spectrum.” The album features well-known artists such as Jackson Brown and Dar Williams, and all proceeds from its sale go to autism charities. Sunday April 18 from 2pm - 6pm Autism Service Provider + Educator Appreciation Night A special event for all teachers, therapists, and caregivers who work with individuals who have autism – Words appreciates you! This evening, meet your colleagues and enjoy a 20% discount on all books in the store. Sharon Reeve, director of Graduate Studies in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at Caldwell College will speak, and light refreshments will be served. Wednesday, April 21, 7pm - 9:30pm Advancements in Autism Education Bridget Taylor, co-founder and executive director of Alpine Learning Group, a non-profit education and treatment program specializing in serving individuals with autism, and Jamie Pagliaro, executive vice president of Rethink Autism, will speak about the tools, programs, and training available to help parents take control of the care and treatment of children with autism. Monday April 26, 7:30pm All events are free, open to the public, and take place at Words Bookstore | 179 Maplewood Avenue Maplewood NJ 07040 | 973-763-9500 |
