'Ales for Autism' Fundraiser Scheduled for April 18th, 5-8pm, at Overwood

‘Ales for Autism’ Fundraiser on April 18th, 5-8pm, at Overwood for Autism Awareness Month. The event will raise money for the Autism Society of Northern Virginia, a local organization building community through autism education, advocacy, and support.

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Alexandria – Overwood and the Autism Society of Northern Virginia are partnering to make a lasting impact on the city’s autism community through their ‘Ales for Autism’ fundraising event on April 18th in honor of Autism Awareness Month. This event is inspired by Autism Charlotte, who created a tradition by which Local Friends help Local Families dealing with the challenges of autism through this positive, energetic fundraising event. Autism Charlotte is now working with other communities, including Northern Virginia, to make this opportunity available outside of Charlotte. The ticketed event will take place at The Overwood in Old Town Alexandria located at 220 North Lee Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday April 18th.

“With one in 68 children on the autism spectrum today, it’s important to not only raise awareness of the issue, but to also highlight the support available to help individuals with autism,” said Jenna Hamilton, Ales for Autism’s Host. “We are excited to partner with Overwood and we’re excited to hopefully make an impact in Virginia’s autism community.”

Those who plan on attending the event can purchase tickets for the "DC" event in advance at www.ales4autism.com. All proceeds from tickets will go towards funding local autism education, advocacy, and support provided through the Autism Society of Northern Virginia.

The event ticket is $20 and includes one free beer. A limited number of commemorative Ales for Autism glasses will be given on a first come basis.

Questions? Contact Jenna Hamilton, Ales for Autism’s Host, 202.302.7246, alesforautism@gmail.com.

About Overwood:

Located in a historic building, in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, The Overwood features modern American cuisine along with a diverse wine list, creative specialty cocktails and a great selection of premium draft and bottled beer. Our comfortable ambiance is enhanced by warm, hospitable service and whether you’re joining us for a round of drinks in the bar, a casual midweek supper with your children, or a special evening with friends and family, you’re sure to feel at home. For more, visit www.theoverwood.com.

About The Autism Society of Northern Virginia:

The Autism Society of Northern Virginia builds community for over 5,000 individuals and families across Northern Virginia through education, advocacy, and support. We improve the lives of autistic children and adults and their loved ones through free information & referral services, mini-grants to help families pay for therapy, family social events, local advocacy, education programs, and so much more. ASNV also helps create a more supportive, inclusive community by providing educational programs for employers, places of worship, local businesses, schools, and more so that autistic people of every age are included and welcomed wherever they go. To learn more about the organization and how they accomplish their mission, visit www.asnv.org.