Meet-ups, benefits, conventions, public talks, and online gatherings supporting autism and neurodiversity — in person or by video.
September 2026
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Tue, Sep 8, 2026·18:30online
BESST Life Club — Weekly Group Zoom with Barbara (recurring Tuesdays)
Hosted by Barbara Taylor, SLP — Help Me Speak Online
A recurring Tuesday-evening 30-minute group Zoom (6:30 PM EST, recorded to watch later) with speech-language pathologist Barbara Taylor, part of her BESST Life Club parent membership. Members get their questions answered about helping their child at home — across the BESST framework (Breathe, Eat, Swallow, Sleep & Talk) — alongside a private parent community sharing tips, experiences, and resources.
Understanding the Special Education Process: The IEP
Hosted by Alta California Regional Center
A free webinar walking parents and guardians of children and young adults (ages 3-22) through the IEP process and the document itself. Good first stop if special education paperwork still feels opaque.
A family-friendly fundraising walk with activities for kids, supporting programs for autistic children and adults across Colorado. Free to attend; fundraising is encouraged, not required.
A low-key community walk raising funds for local autism support services in Central Texas. Easy pace, kid-friendly, and a simple way to meet other families nearby.
360 Behavioral Health Merced Autism Center Grand Opening
Hosted by 360 Behavioral Health
Open-house celebration for the new Merced autism center — tour the space, meet the clinical team, and learn about local ABA and family support services.
A free, sensory-friendly morning at the beach for autistic kids and their families — open sand and surf, no crowds or programming to sit through, and other families who get it. Free tickets, but registration is required.
Salt Creek Beach Park, 33333 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA
