UA Autism Clinic To Host Free 'Back To School Bash' On July 29

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic announced on Friday that it will host its third annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 29.

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The free event will be from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. behind the UA Autism Clinic, which is located at 904 Anna Avenue on Butler Field — the practice field for the Million Dollar Band.

The Back to School Bash will be funded through a grant provided by the Children’s Trust Fund of Alabama. The family friendly event will feature free activities, face painting, a raffle, food trucks and school supply giveaways while they last for students from pre-K through 12th grade.

“The Back to School Bash is a way for the UA Autism Clinic, with the support of the Children’s Trust Fund of Alabama, to support our community by providing school supplies as well as an opportunity for families to connect with each other, learn more about resources and enjoy an afternoon of fun before kicking off a new school year,” UA Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic Director Laura Stoppelbein said. “It is important to us that families feel supported and valued, and the Back to School Bash is a way we can show that.”

UA says the clinic provides support to individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder and associated mental health concerns through comprehensive evaluation and therapy services, research opportunities and consultation services.

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