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New Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Quincy, MA

No Waitlist for Families in Norfolk County Area

QUINCY, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the opening of its new location at 8 Hancock Court, Quincy, MA 02169.

BCI is a leading contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based services for children with autism and Down syndrome. The Quincy Learning Center provides Early Intervention, diagnostic evaluations for autism, center-based and in-home ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2-6, and after-school programming for older children. It also offers center-based and in-home ABA therapy for individuals with Down syndrome, up to age 21.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with South Shore families,” said Katie Corey, M.S., LABA, BCBA, Senior Regional Clinical Director. “We value being a part of the Quincy community and look forward to helping find success for every child in our care.” 

Key Features of the Quincy Learning Center:

  • Large facility that includes an indoor gross motor space for physical and social development, as well as an art room and a teaching kitchen for children.
  • ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
  • No waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules. 
  • Serving children 2-15 years old with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located near I-93 and easily accessible to public transportation.

The center is now enrolling new clients throughout the South Shore with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

About BCI

BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism and Down syndrome find success and reach their unique potential.

In addition to the Quincy Learning Center, BCI has existing center-based ABA therapy Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fall River, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lawrence, Littleton, Lowell, Newton, New Bedford, Springfield, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and a location in Nashua, NH.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Quincy Learning Center, call (508) 363-0200 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/quincy

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

Between Rounds supports Connecticut Foodshare in two campaigns to fight hunger

MANCHESTER, EAST WINDSOR, SOUTH WINDSOR, TOLLAND, AND VERNON, CT… 

The food-insecure population in Connecticut has increased by 40 percent since 2020.

In response, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bagel shop with five locations in Connecticut, has teamed up with Connecticut Foodshare to help people facing food insecurity.

Between Rounds presents Connecticut Foodshare with the proceeds from one of their two campaigns to fight hunger in the community. Shown left to right: Reese Hopkins, Chris Puiia, Jerry Puiia, Joe Puiia, Meghan Dubois, Brendan Puiia, and Laurie Puiia.

In an effort to help their neighbors, Between Rounds recently donated proceeds totaling $1,600 from two campaigns – a special breakfast sandwich campaign and a live radio broadcast event encouraging the purchase of bagel certificates – to Connecticut Foodshare. 

In the fall of 2025, Between Rounds created a new breakfast sandwich known as “The B.E.C.C.A.”, made with bacon, egg, cheese, Hellmann’s Ancho Chipotle sauce, and avocado on a bagel or croissant, with 50 cents from every BECCA sandwich sold donated to Connecticut Foodshare to help provide food for individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Between Rounds also held a one-day event with Reese On The Radio from WTIC 1080 AM, broadcasting the live show from their Vernon location on January 16th. Throughout the show, guests were encouraged to stop by to meet Reese and purchase half-priced bagel certificates, with all proceeds being donated directly to Connecticut Foodshare.

Expanding & Continuing the Campaign

“We’re committed to supporting our neighbors in need and will continue to support Connecticut Foodshare to help fight hunger in our community,” said Jerry Puiia, co-founder of Between Rounds. “Our BECCA breakfast sandwich has become so popular that we’re going to continue to donate 50 cents from every BECCA sandwich sold, and we’re expanding this promotion to our Garlic Bagel Chips.”

Now, 50 cents from every package of Between Rounds Garlic Bagel Chips will also be donated to Connecticut Foodshare.

Both the Garlic Bagel Chips and the BECCA breakfast sandwich are available at all Between Rounds locations: East Windsor; South Windsor; Vernon; Manchester and Tolland, CT.  To view locations, visit betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Connecticut Foodshare

Founded in 1982, Connecticut Foodshare is the food bank serving the people of Connecticut and a member of the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks. Visit their website to learn more, https://www.ctfoodshare.org

Between Rounds 

The family-owned Between Rounds has been in business for over three decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joseph Puiia, Staten Island, NY natives. Between Rounds has five corporate and franchised bakery café and bagel shop locations in Connecticut and is a wholesale bagel supplier to more than 100 grocery retailers in the state and beyond. Between Rounds has been honored as “2024 Bakery Partner of the Year” by Big Y, one of the largest independently owned supermarket chains in New England.

The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which sets Between Rounds apart from other cafés. Between Rounds has wholesale bagel partnerships with independent, family-owned and multi-location grocery retailers, innovative dairy delivery services, hospitality groups, and others in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Made from the same family recipe for over 35 years, Between Rounds signature bagels are consistent and meet their wholesale partners’ high-quality standards. All the bagels are locally-produced at Between Rounds state-of-the-art South Windsor, CT headquarters and are delivered fully baked and packaged to their wholesale partners.

For more information about Between Rounds’ unique franchise and wholesale offerings, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit https://betweenroundsbagels.com

Between Rounds expands bagel line with Featured flavors throughout the year

MANCHESTER, EAST WINDSOR, SOUTH WINDSOR, TOLLAND, AND VERNON, CT… 

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with five locations in Connecticut, has expanded its signature bagel line with featured flavors.

Between Rounds’ featured bagels are offered for a limited time and may include unique flavors as well as seasonal bagels. Throughout 2026, the bagel franchise is set to roll out five featured bagels, which will be offered for a limited time:

Cranberry Orange, a sweet and tart citrus bagel featured in January, February, and March. 

In March, Between Rounds is also featuring green (colored) signature bagels in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. 

A Chonion bagel combines their two most popular savory bagels, cheddar cheese and onion, and will be featured in April, May, June and July. The Chonion bagel has a bold flavor profile that is perfect topped with plain or flavored cream cheese and even better when served in place of bread in a favorite breakfast or lunch sandwich. 

Just in time for “Pumpkin Spice season”, Pumpkin bagels will feature in August, September, and October.

In November and December, Between Rounds will feature French Toast bagels, which are made with a maple and cinnamon swirl, similar to the taste of French toast topped with maple syrup.

“We enjoy creating new and exciting bagel flavors for our customers,” said Jerry Puiia, co-founder of Between Rounds. “Essentially, our featured flavors enable us to offer new flavors on a limited basis to see how well they are received. For example, our Jalapeño Cheddar bagel started out as a featured flavor, but was very well-received and in high demand, so we made it one of our staple flavors offered daily.”

Bagel Varieties

Between Rounds signature bagel line includes more than a dozen different kinds of bagels each day, which include: Jalapeño Cheddar, Everything, Asiago, Cheddar, Whole Wheat, Blueberry, Spinach, Cornmeal, Pumpernickel, Garlic, Egg, Onion, Poppy, Sesame, Cinnamon Raisin, and Plain. 

Puiia continued, “Our signature bagels are made from the same family recipe for more than 35 years now. Our bagels are delicious as is or toasted and topped with cream cheese or a preferred topping. Customers looking for ways to enhance their breakfast or lunch sandwich ‘flavor profile’ may simply replace sandwich bread or roll with their favorite Between Rounds bagel.”

Wholesale Bagels

Between Rounds signature bagels are also offered at wholesale partner retailers. The bagels are sold in four-packs of their most popular flavors: Plain, Sesame, Poppy, Everything, Asiago, Jalapeño Cheddar, and Cheddar bagels. (Feature flavors are not part of wholesale offerings.)

For a listing of wholesale partner store locations that offer Between Rounds bagels, visit betweenroundsbagels.com/grocery-retailers/

Retailers interested in becoming wholesale partners to complement their offerings with Between Rounds fresh-baked, local products are encouraged to contact Jerry Puiia at (860) 291-8780.

Between Rounds 

The family-owned Between Rounds has been in business for over three decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joseph Puiia, Staten Island, NY natives. Between Rounds has five corporate and franchised bakery café and bagel shop locations in Connecticut and is a wholesale bagel supplier to more than 100 grocery retailers in the state and beyond. Between Rounds has been honored as “2024 Bakery Partner of the Year” by Big Y, one of the largest independently owned supermarket chains in New England.

The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which sets Between Rounds apart from other cafés. Between Rounds has wholesale bagel partnerships with independent, family-owned and multi-location grocery retailers, innovative dairy delivery services, hospitality groups, and others in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Made from the same family recipe for over 35 years, Between Rounds signature bagels are consistent and meet their wholesale partners’ high-quality standards. All the bagels are locally-produced at Between Rounds state-of-the-art South Windsor, CT headquarters and are delivered fully baked and packaged to their wholesale partners.

For more information about Between Rounds’ unique franchise and wholesale offerings, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit https://betweenroundsbagels.com

SPARKS ABA Learning Center Now Open in Fairfax, VA

No Waitlist and Expanded Year-Round Services for Fairfax County Area Families

FAIRFAX, VA… SPARKS ABA, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, has recently opened the doors of their new Learning Center at 3022 Williams Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031. 

SPARKS ABA is Virginia’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and adolescents ages 2-18 years. The Fairfax Learning Center provides center-based and in-home ABA therapy, diagnostic services, and speech and occupational therapy.

“We are thrilled to open our doors and bring compassionate, contemporary ABA therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to families in Fairfax and the surrounding areas,” said Kayla Bagnato, Regional Clinical Director. “Through highly personalized support, we aim to empower each child and young adult to gain independence to succeed in school and life and reach their highest potential.” 

The Fairfax Learning Center features an innovative Launchpad Learning Program, which focuses on children with autism ages 2 to 6 who are ready to transition from a one-on-one learning environment to a group setting to help prepare them for school. With Launchpad, half the day involves group activities with a 3:1 staff-child ratio, developing team skills and independence, and the other half of the day focuses on individual instruction, addressing personal growth areas.

Key Features of the Fairfax Learning Center:

  • ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
  • Diagnostic services and speech and occupational therapy provided on-site.
  • Launchpad Learning, a school readiness program for children aged 2 to 6.
  • No waitlist and flexible treatment hours that include after-school and evening hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children 2-18 years old with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located near I-495. Just 15 minutes away from Springfield and easily accessible via public transportation for families in the region.

About SPARKS ABA

SPARKS ABA, part of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment, has been a leading provider of evidence-based autism services for 15 years. SPARKS ABA is dedicated to personalized, high-quality ABA therapy. In addition to the Fairfax location, SPARKS ABA has Learning Centers in Manassas and Springfield, VA, and Landover and Waldorf, MD.

The Fairfax Learning Center is now enrolling new clients in Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fort Belvoir, Manassas, and Springfield with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

For more information or to enroll a child, call (240) 222-7956 or visit https://www.sparksaba.com

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

LEARN Behavioral Opens New Autism Learning Center in Sturbridge, MA

Flexible Hours for Worcester County Families

STURBRIDGE, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Sturbridge Learning Center at 179 Main Street, Suite 2, Sturbridge, MA 01566.

BCI is Sturbridge’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 1-12 years. The Sturbridge Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, in-home ABA therapy, parent education, diagnostics, Early Intervention, and social skills.

The Sturbridge Learning Center also features an innovative Launchpad Learning Program, which focuses on children with autism ages 3 to 5 who are ready to transition from a one-on-one learning environment to a group setting to help prepare them for school. With Launchpad, half the day involves group activities with a 3:1 staff-child ratio, developing team skills and independence, and the other half of the day focuses on individual instruction, addressing personal growth areas.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with new families by expanding our services in Worcester County,” said Annaleisa Delgado, BCBA, LABA, Regional Clinical Director for the Sturbridge Learning Center. “We value being a part of the Sturbridge community and look forward to collaborating with fellow organizations and professionals to help find success for every child in our care.” 

Key Features of the Sturbridge Learning Center:

  • Large facility with an indoor gross motor area and an enriching environment. 
  • ABA therapy, which includes a classroom-like environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
  • Launchpad Learning, a preschool readiness program that empowers young learners for group success so they are prepared to enter kindergarten. 
  • Social skills programs to teach children communication skills.
  • After-school and weekend treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children ages 2-12 years with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located near Old Sturbridge Village, I-84, and US-20, and easily accessible for families in the region.

The center is now enrolling new clients based in Webster, Dudley, Southbridge, Sturbridge, the Brookfields, Ware, Spenser, Charlton, Brimfield, Warren, and beyond, with flexible treatment hours.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Sturbridge Learning Center, call 508-363-0200 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/sturbridge

About BCI

BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

The Sturbridge Learning Center is BCI’s fifteenth center-based ABA therapy location, with existing Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lawrence, Lowell, New Bedford, Newton, Springfield, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and one location in Nashua, NH.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

LEARN Behavioral Opens New Autism Learning Center in Kalamazoo, MI

No Waitlist and Flexible Hours for Southern Michigan Families

KALAMAZOO, MI… Total Spectrum, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Kalamazoo Learning Center at 1722 Shaffer St., Suite 4, Kalamazoo, MI 49048.

Total Spectrum is Michigan’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and young adults ages 2-21 years. The new Kalamazoo Learning Center provides center-based and in-home ABA therapy, early learner and school readiness programs, Social Skills Programs, and parent education. 

“We’re thrilled to expand our current services within the greater Kalamazoo area,” said Jesse Carrington, BCBA, Center Director of the Kalamazoo Learning Center. “We’re looking forward to having the space to provide contemporary ABA to many more individuals and families with autism in the community.” 

Key Features of the Kalamazoo Learning Center:

  • ABA therapy, which includes an enriching environment, an indoor gross motor room, an adolescent area, and one-on-one support.
  • Strong early learner and school readiness programs in the city of Kalamazoo. 
  • Social skills Programs to teach children communication skills.
  • No waitlist and after-school and weekend treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children and young adults 2-21 years old with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located and easily accessible via I-94, US 131, and M-96 for families in the region.

The Kalamazoo location is Total Spectrum’s third learning center in Kalamazoo county. The center is now enrolling new clients based in Climax, Comstock, Kalamazoo, Oshtemo, Parchment, Portage, Schoolcraft, Texas Township, Vicksburg, Richland, and beyond with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

About Total Spectrum

Total Spectrum is part of the LEARN Behavioral network, one of the nation’s leading providers of contemporary ABA therapy. Total Spectrum has been delivering evidence-based services for more than 10 years, helping children and young adults with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

Total Spectrum has three locations in Kalamazoo county. For more information or to enroll a child at the new Kalamazoo Learning Center, call (844) 263-1613 or visit https://totalspectrumcare.com/locations/kalamazoo

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.