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This weekend’s 1 in 36 guest is Abby Edwards. Abby is a sophomore at Marist College studying Elementary/Special Education. This year she will be hosting her 8th annual Autism Awareness Pajama Day Fundraiser! All funds raised will be donated to Anderson to help us in our mission to optimize the quality of life for individuals with autism. Donate $3 or more to make a difference, and wear your pajamas on Friday April 12th! In her own words “I have been coordinating an annual Pajama Day fundraiser with the incredible participation of school districts across the state, and support from friends, family, and community members. Over the past 7 years, together we have raised over $51,000 in honor of my brother Riley, supporting Anderson Center for Autism and promoting Autism Acceptance.” 

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Checks can be made out to: Anderson Foundation for Autism, Memo – Pajama Day
Mailed to: Abby Edwards, 19 East Moriches Boulevard, East Moriches NY 11940

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This weekend’s 1 in 36 guest is Jamie Bishop. Jamie is a brewmaster and co-owner of Mill House Brewing Company (MHBC) in Poughkeepsie, NY. He is also a long time friend of Anderson Center for Autism, as this is the 10th year MHBC is brewing Mr. Anderson Ale for us. “A Century of Impact, a Decade of Beer” is the theme for this year’s Mr. Anderson Ale launch!  Following the launch event on April 4th, $1 of every pint sold by Mill House Brewing Company during April (Autism Acceptance Month) will be donated back to us! Mill House will also be offering a select amount of sixtel kegs to help spread awareness and raise additional funds. We’d like to also thank these participating businesses: Decicco’s, Brewster | Farmers & Chefs, Poughkeepsie | Jason Patrick’s, Poughkeepsie | Green Growler, Croton on Hudson | Half Time, Poughkeepsie & Mamaroneck | Mahoney’s Irish Pub, Poughkeepsie | Ole Savannah, Kingston | Climbing Wolf, Dobbs Ferry | Spettro, Poughkeepsie | Cosimo’s, Poughkeepsie.

We thank MHBC for their dedication in helping raise autism awareness and acceptance. Tune in! 

This weekend’s 1 in 36 guest is Linda Bertolozzi. Linda is the Director of Office of Accommodative Services at Dutchess Community College (DCC). Anderson and DCC are long time partners and friends, collaborating on many projects over the years. Linda joins us to discuss the many different ways the Office of Accommodative Services (OAS) departments helps students, including the Think Ahead program. OAS is committed to providing equal access and an inclusive campus community by providing accessibility services and advocacy for individuals with disabilities. Tune in to learn more about Linda and the OAS department, or visit www.sunydutchess.edu/

Don’t forget!
DCC is hosting a FREE Transition to College workshop on March 19th
Time:  8:45 am – 1:00 pm
The James and Betty Hall Theatre, 53 Pendell Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA
Dutchess Community College
This workshop is for high school students with an IEP or 504 Plan; their parents/guardians; school personnel and any others involved in the college planning process.