Lifetime Stafford Township resident and recent Southern Regional High School graduate Bobby Grey, who is 21 and was diagnosed with autism at age 3, will take the next step in his singing career Sept. 1 when he performs at the Old Causeway Steak and Oyster House in Manahawkin with Chris Fritz, starting around 6 p.m. The upcoming show marks a milestone for Grey and his family as a public performance.

Bobby’s father, Bob Grey, explained doctors had not expected Bobby to demonstrate many skills.