Washington Mystics forward Shakira Austin returned to Fredericksburg last weekend to give back to the community.
‘Beyond the Arc:’ Austin brings joy to autistic children at local basketball camp
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Washington Mystics forward Shakira Austin returned to Fredericksburg last weekend to give back to the community.
The sensory friendly event will include free food, games and demonstrations.
By Susan Larson
Hats, Heels and Ties charity event to benefit autism research and advocacy is scheduled 12 – 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center, 2371 Carl D Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg.
An estimated 1 out of 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls are diagnosed with autism in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).