AUTISM EXPO Annual Event Helps Families Connect

by Dylan McGlynn Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Bridges’ 11th annual Autism Expo and Art Exhibit will be held April 23 from 12 to 3 p.m. in the Saratoga Springs City Center, offering a wide variety of resources for individuals and families with autism.

The event first began in 2012 at Skidmore College, and has continued to grow each year.

Over 900 attendees are expected at this year’s Expo, said Saratoga Bridges assistant director of communications Pamela Polacsek.

The Expo also allows attendants to connect with each other, and share experiences and resources.

“I think that’s where you’ll get a lot of solid parental input,” said Mariah Hahn. “It helps you feel part of a community. You don’t have to be desperate, we’re going to figure this out.”

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