Magic, comedy, and a powerful message on what it means to navigate the world with autism.

Event Details:

When: Friday, March 27 @ 6:00 PM
Where: CSSMO Hurn Center for Behavioral Services (2202 S. Jackson Avenue, Joplin, MO 64804)
Who: Open to the community! Perfect for all-ages, families, students, and advocates.
Purpose: To celebrate inclusion and the unique perspectives of individuals with developmental disabilities.

About Cody Clark:

Cody calls Louisville, Kentucky, home. He was diagnosed as autistic at 15 months and his parents were told he'd never walk, talk, get married, have a job, and more. He overcame these expectations while developing an understanding and empathy for the autism community.

At the age of 11, he was brought on stage at a magic show and was so inspired that he decided to pursue magic. He joined the Louisville Magic Club, studied at the Jeff McBride Magic & Mystery School in Las Vegas, and used his Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Theatre Arts from the University of Louisville to launch his business. Cody creates a truly unique style of magic by blending his own stories with his passions for theatre, stand-up comedy, classic country music, storytelling, and autism advocacy.

Cody’s biggest honors include sharing the Louisville Palace stage with magic legend Lance Burton, being named the Society of American Magicians Rising Star of Magic, and being named a Kentucky Colonial by Gov. Andy Beshear specifically for his efforts in blending magic and disability advocacy.

About Community Support Services of Missouri:

Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Joplin, Missouri, and offers an array of supportive programs for our community of over 1,300 children and adults with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities and those with special health and medical needs throughout Southwest Missouri.

Our mission is to foster and promote maximum independence, quality of life, personal growth, health, and safety for the individuals we serve. Our organization provides community-based services, residential placements, early intervention, early childhood, employment services, targeted case management, and services to those with advanced behavioral concerns.

We work daily to ensure those we serve are active members of their communities and strive for continued visibility and acceptance of those with disabilities. Learn more about CSS at www.cssmo.org or on our Facebook page.

A Different Way of Thinking: An Evening With Cody Clark

Hosted by Community Support Services of Missouri