Riverbend’s special evening to benefit autism support group

Published 11:53 am Thursday, May 3, 2012

Riverbend Golf Course hosts its inaugural Autism Awareness Evening Saturday at the complex’s restaurant, 2019 W.Meeker St., Kent.

Proceeds benefit the Northwest Behavioral Associates (NBA), a nonprofit organization providing behavioral therapy and specialized education for children with autism and pervasive developmental disorders.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner and drinks will be available for order.

Several items, including a Derek Jeter-signed poster, will be offered in a live auction that begins at 7:30 p.m. There also will be a silent auction.

Live music begins at 8:30 p.m.

Sales of drinks will benefit the NBA.

Donations will be accepted at the door. T-shirts will be available for $20.

For more information, call the golf course at 253-854-3673.