BUFFALO, N.Y. – In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, WNED’s Horizons Gallery will host “Arts Work Program Group Show, Autistic Services Inc.” April 11-29. The event is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  The gallery is located in the WNED studios at 140 Lower Terrace, across from the Adam’s Mark Hotel in downtown Buffalo.  Free parking is available.

An opening reception, also free and open to all, will take place Friday, April 8 at 6 p.m. The No Words Spoken drumming group will perform during this event.

This annual exhibition showcases the artistic talents and creative interpretations of students at Autistic Services, Inc. in Williamsville, N.Y. Adult and child artists from Autistic Services’ Arts Work program contribute work in a variety of styles and media. Images are available upon request.

Autistic Services, Inc. is an educational and support agency that provides comprehensive services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families. Enrichment programs in art, music and creative movement promote personal growth and development. Learn more at autisticservices.org.

Autism awareness specials will air throughout April each Monday from 9 to 11 p.m. (9:30 to 11 p.m. on April 11) on ThinkBright and Well TV. These programs explore treatments, personal stories and family challenges. This innovative educational channel airs on digital 17.3 or Time Warner cable (21 or digital 200 in Erie/Niagara Counties). For full program schedules, visit thinkbright.org.