Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on April 4.
Surfside Beach SC, April 1, 2022: The SkyWheel Myrtle Beach will Light it up Yellow, Blue and Red every Saturday through the month of April to acknowledge Autism Awareness Month and the efforts of Champion Autism Network to help support people living with autism.
Sean Bailey of the SkyWheel Myrtle Beach says, “The team at Champion Autism Network does so much to bring awareness about autism and create accessible events and resources for everyone in our community. SkyWheel Myrtle Beach is honored to shine its lights yellow, blue and red to honor CAN every Saturday in April.”
Other events during the month include:
- Ripley’s Aquarium Sensory Friendly event from 9-11 on World Autism Awareness Day, April 2nd.
- Brews to Benefit, Tanger Outlets Hwy 17 Tuesday, April 5th, from 5-7pm at Tidal Creek Brewery Kiosk
- EVOLVE Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Employing People with autism, April 6th from 9-11am ET. Attend in person at the MBACC board room or virtually via Facebook live. Register here: https://web.myrtlebeachareachamber.com/events/EVOLVE-Series-Autism-Inclusive-Workplaces-6998/details
- Sensory Friendly Movie – Sonic 2, 10 am April 9th
- Bowling Birthday Bash, 11-1 April 10th
- CAN Family Dinner, 5-7 pm April 10th
- Sensory Friendly Family Fun Day at Myrtle Beach State Park April 12th. Registration required if you would like lunch.
- Sensory Friendly Easter Egg hunt, sponsored by the Town of Surfside Beach, 10am, April 16th
- Sensory Friendly Firehouse, hosted by Surfside Beach Fire Department, 10:30-12 April 16th
- Sensory Friendly Jump at Big Air, 10-11 am April 24th
“We are honored and blessed to serve locals and tourists living with autism and the ongoing support of the business community and grateful for them sharing and spreading autism awareness and acceptance,” Becky Large, Champion Autism Network Executive Director
About Autism: Autism is a general term used to describe a group of complex developmental brain disorders – Autism Spectrum Disorders. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by communication difficulties, social and behavioral challenges, and repetitive behaviors making unfamiliar environments triggers for tantrums and meltdowns. An estimated 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is on the Autism Spectrum and that number is increasing.
About Champion Autism Network: Champion Autism Network’s mission is to educate and empower communities, businesses, and organizations to create supportive and judgment-free experiences that enhance the quality of life for people living with autism. Learn more at www.championautismnetwork.com.
Contact:
Becky Large
becky@championautismnetwork.com, 609-744-0099
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