• A Different Way of Thinking: An Evening With Cody Clark, Magician and Autistic Self-Advocate

In celebration of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) will host a community performance featuring Cody Clark, an autistic self-advocate and magician. Clark will present his inspiring show, A Different Way of Thinking, on Friday, March 27, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Joplin South Middle School Auditorium (900 East 50^th Street, Joplin, MO 64804).

Through a blend of magic, humor, and personal storytelling, Clark shares his lived experience as an autistic individual while encouraging audiences to embrace acceptance, inclusion, and new perspectives. The event will conclude with a Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with Clark and learn more about his journey as a self-advocate.

The event is open to the community and appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $5 per person, with children ages 5 and under admitted free. Tickets can be purchased online at www.givebutter.com/CSScody.

About Community Support Services of Missouri:
Community Support Services of Missouri has been making opportunities happen for individuals with developmental disabilities in our community since 1978. We offer a range of services to individuals and their families, including community-based services, residential placements, early childhood programs, targeted case management, and services for those with complex behavioral needs. We provide continuous support for individuals from birth through adulthood, ensuring that they receive the best care at every stage of their lives. 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 at cssmo.org.

Community Support Services of Missouri
809 S Illinois Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
417-624-4515  |  cssmo.org