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Clara Wainwright

Clara Wainwright

Clara Wainwright is a quilt maker and public celebration artist. For 20 years she has worked with community groups in the Boston area on more than 50 collaborative quilts which explore their histories, faiths, and aspirations.  These quilts hang in churches, neighborhood centers, schools, and hospitals all over the Greater Boston area.  She is the founder of The Great Boston Kite Festival (1969-2005) and First Night.

July 8, 2009
AHEF is Featured in Exceptional Parent Magazine

In the May issue of Exceptional Parent, Lorraine Cancro talks with founder Vanda Khadem about the educational challenges faced by individuals with autism the Foundation's mission.

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February 11, 2009
Music Program: First Semester Report (Video)
Music Program: First Semester Report (Video)

Take a glimpse into how the inaugural semester of our music program is going.

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September 23, 2008
Commonwealth Journal Interview

Commonwealth Journal (WUMB FM radio in Boston) interviewed Foundation President and Founder Vanda Marie Khadem, Esq. The interview aired on September 21, 2008 to 33 syndicated stations.

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June 18, 2008
Music Program Video
Music Program Video

Watch a 5-minute video about our ground-breaking music education program for students on the Autism Spectrum.

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