A big smile emerged on Madeline Segal’s face as she finished her vocal performance of “A Thousand Years.” “Thank you,” she said as other participants at an autism-friendly open mic event in Irwin ...

At the newly opened Canvas in Fitchburg, the monthly Openest Mic kicked off the new year and a new residency by welcoming it ...

Involving students in planning and fostering a supportive environment can encourage even the most reticent to participate, one expert says.