Bike to the Beach fundraiser promotes autism awareness on Long Island

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Hundreds took part in the Bike to the Beach event Sunday to raise money for Long Island groups that help people with autism and their families. The event supporting the autism and disability community has been taking place for over a decade. “We support thousands of individuals with autism on Long Island. We provide them with free social and recreational programs so that they can still have opportunities to go out to be part of the community," said Michele Iallonardi of the Nassau/Suffolk Autism Society of America. Bicyclists had the option to participate in 25, 50 and a 100-mile courses during the fundraiser. "