Arc GLOW hosts author on Aug. 12, prepares for 5K on Sept. 20 in Elba

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BATAVIA — What does a small-town person with autism and the nine Greek goddesses have in common?

Together they wrote a book, “The Nine Lives of Autism” by Daniel J. Crofts.

Join Crofts 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 at the Arc GLOW Community Center, 38 Woodrow Road in Batavia, as he shares his powerful memoir about life with Asperger’s Syndrome, an Autism Spectrum Disorder. From early sensory struggles and social anxiety to work as a support professional and battles with OCD, Crofts offers personal insight and broader reflections on autism’s history.

Structured around the nine Muses of classical mythology, his story bleeds imagination, memoir and meaning in a uniquely engaging way.

Book copies will be available for $13; cash or Venmo accepted.

Sign-ups open for Friends & Family 5K

Arc GLOW will be hosting its 21st annual Friends & Family 5K and Fun Walk on Saturday, Sept. 20.

It is an event which gives people of all ages and skill levels an opportunity to participate. It also welcomes and embraces the participation of the people Arc GLOW serves, aligning with their mission to support people with disabilities in partnership with their families and community.

Returning will be Taste of Country, the signature event within the Friends and Family 5K, which features a wonderful display of fruits and vegetables donated by area farmers. Runners, walkers, sponsors and volunteers can take the taste of the country home with them.

The Friends & Family 5K raises funds for Arc GLOW programs and services and the Mary Anne Graney Scholarship.

Registration can be done online at ArcGLOW.org. For questions or to register by phone, contact Sandy Konfederath, race director, at (585) 343-1123 ext. 1715 or PR@ArcGLOW.org.