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
May 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025
Recorded Education
Speech & Communication Specialists Panel
via website
with Darlene Hanson, MA , SLP and Katie Anawalt, MS, CCC-SLP, ATS Building Communication: Expert Strategies in Speech, Language, and…
Learn More
May 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025
Recorded Education
Optimizing Your Child’s Speech Using Evidence-Based Medicine
via website
Unlock Your Child’s Speech Potential: Evidence-Based Medical Insights to Enhance Speech Development In this informative presentation, Lanier Rossignol FNP-C, discusses…
Learn More
May 8, 2025
7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
In Person Support Event
Maryland Coffee Talk
Panera Bread
8125 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122
Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with…
Learn More
May 8, 2025
6:00pm - 7:00pm HST
In Person Support Event
Hawai’i Coffee Talk
Down to Earth - Pearlridge (upstairs)
98-211 Pali Momi St.
Aiea, HI 96701
Speech and Communication Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! ☕💙 It’s the perfect…
Learn More
May 8, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Autism Action doesn’t end in April! TACA’s one-hour Virtual Support Events provide live support for families at any stage of…
Learn More
May 10, 2025
8:30am - 3:30pm HST
Outreach Event
Find TACA Hawai’i at the SPIN Conference!
with
TACA Parent Mentors
Ko’olau Ballroom
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Visit TACA Hawai’i Parent Mentors at the SPIN Conference to gain support and resources about your journey, TACA resources, and…
Learn More
May 10, 2025
10:00am PDT to 2:00pm PDT
Southern California Teen and Adult Event
Teen & Adult Resource Fair
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St
Anaheim, CA 92805
Join us for the 3rd Annual Teen & Adult Fair and Learning Seminars. This resource fair and sessions will be…
Learn More
May 13, 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
Need support and Hope? Join us during Autism Awareness Month and receive support, help, and guidance from other autism parents…
Learn More
May 15, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event: Teen & Adult
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Autism Action doesn’t end in April! TACA’s one-hour Virtual Support Event for parents or caregivers of Teens or Adults with…
Learn More
May 20, 2025
11:00am PSt to 1:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Come join us and connect with others who understand. Whether you need advice, encouragement, or just someone to listen—we’re here…
Learn More
May 20, 2025
9:30am - 10:30am EDT
In Person Support Event
Virginia Coffee Talk
Wegmans (Mezzanine)
45131 Columbia Place
Sterling, VA 20166
Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with…
Learn More
May 21, 2025
6:00pm 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
Learn More
May 21, 2025
6:30pm PST to 8:30pm PST
Southern California Legal Clinic
Group Legal Clinic: Legal Education -Summer Prep for Parents
Harbor Gateway Conference Center
3545 Harbor Gateway South, Suite 104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Join Us for This Month’s Legal Clinic: Summer Prep for Parents Summer’s coming—what can parents do to help their child…
Learn More
May 21, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Learning Event: Teen & Adult
Featuring
Darlene Hanson, MA-SLP
via Zoom
Interview Q&A: Empowering Communication featuring Darlene Hanson, MA-SLP Empowering Communication: Decision-Making, Team Training, and Building Skills Beyond School Join us…
Learn More
May 22, 2025
6:00pm - 7:00pm HST
In Person Support Event
Hawai’i Coffee Talk – Speech and Communication
Down to Earth - Pearlridge (upstairs)
98-211 Pali Momi St.
Aiea, HI 96701
It is estimated that 25%-30% of children with autism are minimally verbal. Join TACA Hawai’i to hear from seasoned parents…
Learn More
May 29, 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
Join us for hope and support Connect with fellow parents who understand the autism journey. You are not alone —…
Learn More
May 30, 2025
12:00pm EDT
Fundraiser
TACA’s Autism Charity Golf Tournament 2025
Bay Hills Golf Course
545 Bay Hills Dr
Arnold, MD 21012
Learn More
June 1, 2025
11:00am PDT to 3:30pm PDT
Southern California Family Support Event
TACA Family Carnival
Oak Canyon Park
5305 Santiago Canyon Rd
Silverado CA 92676
A day of fun and community for families caring for children and youth with special needs (not limited to autism)…
Learn More
August 2, 2025
Southern California Family Event
Summer Fun
Atlantis Play Center
13630 Atlantis Way
Garden Grove, CA 92844
TACA Family Event – an afternoon of fun and play for families of children with autism (children ages 1-12) Children…
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…
Learn More
May 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025
Recorded Education
Optimizing Your Child’s Speech Using Evidence-Based Medicine
via website
Unlock Your Child’s Speech Potential: Evidence-Based Medical Insights to Enhance Speech Development In this informative presentation, Lanier Rossignol FNP-C, discusses…
Learn More
May 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025
Recorded Education
Speech & Communication Specialists Panel
via website
with Darlene Hanson, MA , SLP and Katie Anawalt, MS, CCC-SLP, ATS Building Communication: Expert Strategies in Speech, Language, and…
Learn More
May 8, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Autism Action doesn’t end in April! TACA’s one-hour Virtual Support Events provide live support for families at any stage of…
Learn More
May 15, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event: Teen & Adult
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Autism Action doesn’t end in April! TACA’s one-hour Virtual Support Event for parents or caregivers of Teens or Adults with…
Learn More
May 21, 2025
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Learning Event: Teen & Adult
Featuring
Darlene Hanson, MA-SLP
via Zoom
Interview Q&A: Empowering Communication featuring Darlene Hanson, MA-SLP Empowering Communication: Decision-Making, Team Training, and Building Skills Beyond School Join us…
Learn More
May 8, 2025
6:00pm - 7:00pm HST
In Person Support Event
Hawai’i Coffee Talk
Down to Earth - Pearlridge (upstairs)
98-211 Pali Momi St.
Aiea, HI 96701
Speech and Communication Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! ☕💙 It’s the perfect…
Learn More
May 8, 2025
7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
In Person Support Event
Maryland Coffee Talk
Panera Bread
8125 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122
Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with…
Learn More
May 10, 2025
8:30am - 3:30pm HST
Outreach Event
Find TACA Hawai’i at the SPIN Conference!
with
TACA Parent Mentors
Ko’olau Ballroom
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Visit TACA Hawai’i Parent Mentors at the SPIN Conference to gain support and resources about your journey, TACA resources, and…
Learn More
May 20, 2025
9:30am - 10:30am EDT
In Person Support Event
Virginia Coffee Talk
Wegmans (Mezzanine)
45131 Columbia Place
Sterling, VA 20166
Join other autism parents and caregivers for a warm and welcoming coffee gathering! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with…
Learn More
May 22, 2025
6:00pm - 7:00pm HST
In Person Support Event
Hawai’i Coffee Talk – Speech and Communication
Down to Earth - Pearlridge (upstairs)
98-211 Pali Momi St.
Aiea, HI 96701
It is estimated that 25%-30% of children with autism are minimally verbal. Join TACA Hawai’i to hear from seasoned parents…
Learn More
May 30, 2025
12:00pm EDT
Fundraiser
TACA’s Autism Charity Golf Tournament 2025
Bay Hills Golf Course
545 Bay Hills Dr
Arnold, MD 21012
Learn More
May 10, 2025
10:00am PDT to 2:00pm PDT
Southern California Teen and Adult Event
Teen & Adult Resource Fair
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St
Anaheim, CA 92805
Join us for the 3rd Annual Teen & Adult Fair and Learning Seminars. This resource fair and sessions will be…
Learn More
May 13, 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
Need support and Hope? Join us during Autism Awareness Month and receive support, help, and guidance from other autism parents…
Learn More
May 20, 2025
11:00am PSt to 1:00pm PST
Southern California Family Support Event
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Come join us and connect with others who understand. Whether you need advice, encouragement, or just someone to listen—we’re here…
Learn More
May 21, 2025
6:30pm PST to 8:30pm PST
Southern California Legal Clinic
Group Legal Clinic: Legal Education -Summer Prep for Parents
Harbor Gateway Conference Center
3545 Harbor Gateway South, Suite 104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Join Us for This Month’s Legal Clinic: Summer Prep for Parents Summer’s coming—what can parents do to help their child…
Learn More
May 21, 2025
6:00pm 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
Learn More
May 29, 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
Join us for hope and support Connect with fellow parents who understand the autism journey. You are not alone —…
Learn More
June 1, 2025
11:00am PDT to 3:30pm PDT
Southern California Family Support Event
TACA Family Carnival
Oak Canyon Park
5305 Santiago Canyon Rd
Silverado CA 92676
A day of fun and community for families caring for children and youth with special needs (not limited to autism)…
Learn More
August 2, 2025
Southern California Family Event
Summer Fun
Atlantis Play Center
13630 Atlantis Way
Garden Grove, CA 92844
TACA Family Event – an afternoon of fun and play for families of children with autism (children ages 1-12) Children…
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…