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    Autism ROCKS

     

    People all over Connecticut will be rocking out in support of Autism this summer!  On July 24th, Roses for Autism at Pinchbeck Rose Farm in Guilford, will host “Autism ROCKS”, a benefit concert to raise awareness and funds in support of its programs. 
     
    Autism ROCKS will feature eight local, acoustic musicians and three celebrity judges.  Roses for Autism has partnered with WEBE 108 to help select contestants for the event.  Acoustic musicians may enter by e-mailing an mp3 of their music to WEBE 108.  Eight finalists will be chosen and their songs will be posted to the WEBE 108 website prior to the event. 
     
    The winner of Autism ROCKS will have their music promoted on WEBE 108 and their sister station WICC 600 AM, an interview with radio personality Robby Bridges and visibility on the WEBE 108 website.
     
    The concert will be held on July 24th from 3-7 pm at Pinchbeck Rose Farm, 929 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT.  The event will also feature local vendors and farms selling food and beverages, a Guitar Hero competition, and tours of the greenhouse. 
     
    Tickets are $10 each, but for $15 you will also receive a sample bouquet from Roses for Autism as you leave the concert.  All proceeds will support employment opportunities for people with Autism.
     
    To submit your music, please visit www.webe108.com

    About Roses for Autism:
    Roses for Autism was founded by Ability Beyond Disability, and brings together the legacy of Pinchbeck Rose Farm with a new transitional program and employment opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum.  Through Roses for Autism people with autism grow, package and sell 16 varieties of roses, year round.  For more information please visit www.rosesforautism.com.
     
Meet Calvin “Calvin had just graduated from High School and was looking for support as he started his adult life working in the community. Ability Beyond Disability was able to help him. ”