Events
Expand Your Possibilities to Gain Support, Education, and Hope
TACA hosts regular events to educate, support, and deliver hope. These TACA events, designed for parents and caregivers of children and people diagnosed with autism, will guide you to the education and support needed to help your family member be the best they can be. We offer a wide variety of both virtual events, and in-person events, allowing families to choose which format suits them best.
upcoming events
September 1, 2025
to September 30, 2025
Recorded Education
Teens and Puberty
with
Lindsey Wells, ND
via website
This session explores the unique challenges and changes that occur during puberty for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), offering…
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September 1, 2025
to September 30, 2025
Recorded Education
Transition by the Numbers
with
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
via website
This session offers a deep dive into the transition planning process under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), with…
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September 16, 2025
10:00am PST to 12:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Breakfast Club
Corner Bakery
2789 N Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Back to School Breakfast Club! The school year is here! Join us for Breakfast Club — a place to share…
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September 17, 2025
6:00pm PST to 7:00pm PST
Southern California Community Event
Jersey Mike’s Subs Grand Opening Celebration
Jersey Mike's Subs
8307 La Palma Avenue
Buena Park, CA
Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration at Jersey Mike’s Subs, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism! 📅 Date…
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September 21, 2025
11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
In Person Support Event
Virginia Coffee Talk
Blend Coffee Bar
(on the patio if weather permits)
43170 Southern Walk Plz #120
Ashburn, VA 20148
Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with…
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September 24, 2025
6:30pm PST to 8:30pm PST
Southern California Legal Clinic
Group Legal Clinic: Legal Education -Creating Classroom Support: 1:1 Aides and Beyond
Harbor Gateway Conference Center
3545 Harbor Gateway South, Suite 104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Navigating classroom support can feel overwhelming — from requesting a 1:1 aide to exploring other accommodations and services. Join us…
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September 24, 2025
6:30pm PST to 8:30pm PST
Southern California Legal Clinic
Legal Clinic One on One Consultation
Harbor Gateway Conference Center
3545 Harbor Gateway South, Ste 104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Join us for a personalized one-on-one consultation with experienced special education attorneys to better understand your options for creating effective…
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September 24, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
TACA Virtual Support Events are one-hour, group-based virtual meetings created for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Led by…
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September 25, 2025
10:00am PST to 12:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Seesaw Connect
Seesaw Beans and Coffee
6302 Beach Blvd (Parking is available across the way at Nozla)
Buena Park, CA 90621
Back to School Breakfast Club! New year, new challenges, same amazing support. Let’s gather, connect, and help each other prep…
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September 30, 2025
11:30am PST to 1:30pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Lunch Bunch – Let’s connect! Join us for a warm and welcoming lunch with others who truly understand the journey. Whether you’re looking for…
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October 18, 2025
11:00am - 6:00pm EDT
In Person Support Event
Find TACA Massachusetts at the Fall Harvest Family Fun Day
Joseph Monte Park
211 Acushnet Ave
New Bedford, MA 02740
Speakers • Music • Refreshments • Fun • Games • Information Tables • ALL Vendors Welcome
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December 6, 2025
10:00am PST to 2:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Sensitive Santa
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St,
Anaheim, CA 92805
Santa is a busy man this time of year, so make a reservation for the kiddos to meet and take…
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September 1, 2025
to September 30, 2025
Recorded Education
Teens and Puberty
with
Lindsey Wells, ND
via website
This session explores the unique challenges and changes that occur during puberty for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), offering…
Learn More
September 1, 2025
to September 30, 2025
Recorded Education
Transition by the Numbers
with
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
via website
This session offers a deep dive into the transition planning process under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), with…
Learn More
September 24, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
TACA Virtual Support Events are one-hour, group-based virtual meetings created for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Led by…
Learn More
October 10, 2025
to October 12, 2025
In-person Conference
National TACA Autism Conference
Hilton Orange County Hotel
3050 Bristol St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Learn More
September 21, 2025
11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
In Person Support Event
Virginia Coffee Talk
Blend Coffee Bar
(on the patio if weather permits)
43170 Southern Walk Plz #120
Ashburn, VA 20148
Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with…
Learn More
October 10, 2025
to October 12, 2025
In-person Conference
National TACA Autism Conference
Hilton Orange County Hotel
3050 Bristol St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Learn More
October 18, 2025
11:00am - 6:00pm EDT
In Person Support Event
Find TACA Massachusetts at the Fall Harvest Family Fun Day
Joseph Monte Park
211 Acushnet Ave
New Bedford, MA 02740
Speakers • Music • Refreshments • Fun • Games • Information Tables • ALL Vendors Welcome
Learn More
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September 16, 2025
10:00am PST to 12:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Breakfast Club
Corner Bakery
2789 N Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Back to School Breakfast Club! The school year is here! Join us for Breakfast Club — a place to share…
Learn More
September 17, 2025
6:00pm PST to 7:00pm PST
Southern California Community Event
Jersey Mike’s Subs Grand Opening Celebration
Jersey Mike's Subs
8307 La Palma Avenue
Buena Park, CA
Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration at Jersey Mike’s Subs, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism! 📅 Date…
Learn More
September 24, 2025
6:30pm PST to 8:30pm PST
Southern California Legal Clinic
Group Legal Clinic: Legal Education -Creating Classroom Support: 1:1 Aides and Beyond
Harbor Gateway Conference Center
3545 Harbor Gateway South, Suite 104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Navigating classroom support can feel overwhelming — from requesting a 1:1 aide to exploring other accommodations and services. Join us…
Learn More
September 24, 2025
6:30pm PST to 8:30pm PST
Southern California Legal Clinic
Legal Clinic One on One Consultation
Harbor Gateway Conference Center
3545 Harbor Gateway South, Ste 104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Join us for a personalized one-on-one consultation with experienced special education attorneys to better understand your options for creating effective…
Learn More
September 25, 2025
10:00am PST to 12:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Seesaw Connect
Seesaw Beans and Coffee
6302 Beach Blvd (Parking is available across the way at Nozla)
Buena Park, CA 90621
Back to School Breakfast Club! New year, new challenges, same amazing support. Let’s gather, connect, and help each other prep…
Learn More
September 30, 2025
11:30am PST to 1:30pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Lunch Bunch – Let’s connect! Join us for a warm and welcoming lunch with others who truly understand the journey. Whether you’re looking for…
Learn More
October 10, 2025
to October 12, 2025
In-person Conference
National TACA Autism Conference
Hilton Orange County Hotel
3050 Bristol St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Learn More
December 6, 2025
10:00am PST to 2:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Sensitive Santa
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St,
Anaheim, CA 92805
Santa is a busy man this time of year, so make a reservation for the kiddos to meet and take…