Holiday cheer comes to autistic kids in Howard Beach

The New York Families for Autistic Children hosted its sixth annual holiday party at P.S. 232, the Walter Ward School, in Howard Beach. The party featured clowns, magicians, music, food, and gifts, free for all members. Councilmember David Weprin, an honorary board member of the organization and one of its most dedicated supporters, attended the festivities and met with the children and their families to wish them a happy holiday. Pictured are Andrew Baumann, President/CEO of NY Families for Autistic Children; Councilmember David Weprin, Chair, NYC Council Finance Committee; and child volunteers and members from the organization.