Autism Society San Francisco Bay Area

Sibling Webinar Series
2026-12-15 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-16 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom

Sunnyvale Baylands Summer Spectacular
2026-08-15 | Sunnyvale Baylands Park, 999 E Caribbean Dr., Sunnyvale, CA, 94089, United States

Tennis on Tap
2026-05-31 14:30 - 17:00 | club, 475 E Strawberry Dr, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
SFASA Tennis on Tap, Marin

When: May 31, 2026, 2.30-4pm tennis clinic / 4-5pm Tennis on Tap buffet
Where: The Club at Harbor Point, 475 Strawberry Drive, Mill Valley
What: Ages 14 and up. Small group instruction tailored to all levels. Bring racquet if you have one, please wear non-marking court shoes if you are playing, water bottle, sunscreen, hats. Followed by a Tennis on Tap buffet and drinks
Tickets: $10 or $30 – Want to join us for the mixer and not the tennis? Not a problem, just email Valerie at nyullm@yahoo.com about availability.

Questions? Please email Valerie at nyullm@yahoo.com
We thank the Club at Harbor Point for its generous support for this event!

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Pool Party May 31st 2-4PM
2026-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Larkey Park Pool and Sprayground, Walnut Creek, 2771 Buena Vista Ave, Walnut Creek, 94597, United States

SFASA Climbing Party
2026-05-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Movement Gym, 100 El Camino Real, Belmont, CA, 94002, United States
SFASA Climbing Party

When: May 30, 2026, 1-3pm
Where: Movement Gym, 100 El Camino Real, Belmont
What: Led by staff at a 1:5 ratio, includes a brief overview when participants arrive, safety skills, and instructions of rope and/or boulder climbing. Shoes and harnesses provided.

Who can climb: Ages 6+ only. Climbers also must be able to communicate sufficiently and function at the 1:5 ratio, to reduce risk and prevent them from putting themselves or others in danger. Sibs can register later if spaces remain open after May 27.
Cost and registration: $20 per climber. No cost for parents or other caregivers.
Questions? Please email Marcy Uecker at marcy@theueckers.com

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Self Compassion Support Group
2026-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
SFASA Self-Compassion Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Kids with Autism and other Developmental Disorders
Self-compassion flows from the desire to alleviate our own suffering. Sometimes this requires tender acceptance — being with ourselves in all our glorious imperfections. At other times, self-compassion isn’t soft or yielding—sometimes we need to be fierce, stand up for ourselves, or find the courage to forge a new path. This is especially true if you are a mama or papa bear caring for a child who is challenged by autism and/or other developmental disorders. This series of support group sessions will provide you the opportunity to:

identify and embody the three components of self-compassion: kindness, mindfulness (including mindful movement), and common humanity;
develop skills for responding in a compassionate way whenever you or your child suffers;
explore the role of tender and fierce self-compassion;
practice strategies to soothe and comfort yourself and your child in order to handle difficult emotions with greater ease, but also to draw boundaries, fight against injustice, or motivate change;
Identify and self-reflect on your journey as a caregiver and find common humanity with others.

Where: On Zoom
Who: Parents and Caregivers of ASD kids and related developmental disorders
When: 7-9 p.m.
For questions: Contact the group facilitator, Sara Kole at: president@sfautismsociety.org
or 408-242-2595 (M)

San Jose Giants
2026-05-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Excite Ballpark – San Jose, 588 E. Alma Ave., San Jose, CA, United States
SFASA at San Jose Giants

When: May 23, 2026, 5pm
Where: Excite Ballpark, 588 E. Alma Ave, San Jose
What: SJ Giants v. Stockton Ports. We have reserved four areas of Gatorade Gardens just past the first base line, with lots of room to walk around or watch the game. It’s Bark in the Park night so feel free to bring your dog on leash. Dogs and kids run the bases at the end. Giants tumblers to first 1000 fans through the gates. Light beverages and snacks included with your ticket.
Tickets: $30 each.

Questions? Please email jill.escher@gmail.com

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Slide Ranch
2026-05-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Slide Ranch, 2025 Shoreline Highway (Hwy1), Muir Beach, United States
SFASA Day at Slide Ranch, Marin
When: 11am-2pm
Where: Slide Ranch, 2025 Shoreline Highway (Hwy1), Muir Beach
What: Tours of the legendary property, visit goats, sheep, chickens, activities in the garden, hike to tide pools. Please pack a lunch.
Tickets: $30 per person
Questions? Please email jill.escher@gmail.com

The BRAIN Foundation Spectrum Run, 5K/10K/1.5Mi
2026-05-16 08:00 - 12:30 | Almaden Lake Park, 15652 Almaden Expwy, San Jose, 95120, United States
What: The BRAIN Foundation Spectrum Run, 5K/10K/1.5Mi

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00am-12:30pm

Where: Almaden Lake Park, San Jose (West Side: 15652 Almaden Expwy, San Jose, CA 95120)

Additional Info: Check-in opens 8:00am, annoucements and warm up at 9am, 10K starts 9:30, 5K at 9:45, easy 1.5 Mi stroll around the lake at 9:55. Early bib and t-shirt pickup on Friday 5/15 5-7pm, location TBA. All registered participants receive a medal and T-shirt. Sensory friendly activities, food trucks, service provider resources, and more! All levels and abilities welcome! Come out for a beautiful day of sunshine, exercise, and community.

Register and find more info HERE.

Lands End to Mile Rock Beach - Walk, SF - 11:00am
2026-05-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Lands End Lookout, 680 Point Lobos Ave. (near El Camino Del Mar/48th Ave., just before the Cliff House, above Ocean Beach), San Francisco, CA, 94121, United States
Date/Time: Sunday, May 3, 2026, 11 AM start (please try to arrive 10 minutes before)
Address/Location: Lands End Lookout Visitor Center, 680 Point Lobos Ave, San Francisco, parking and bathrooms available
Meeting Point: Meet by the Lands End Visitor Center. If parking lot is full, there is more parking available along El Camino del Mar leading to the USS San Francisco Memorial
Description: Join Lisa Louis and family for a walk from the Lands End Lookout Visitor Center to Mile Rock Beach. The main path is fairly flat but the descent to the beach involves a long set of rustic stairs. Those who wish to avoid the stairs can do the main walk on the flatter trail and turn around at that point.
RSVP suggested but not required. RSVP Lisa Louis: llouis@sonic.net
Considerations:
Dress in layers for unexpected temperature changes.
Note: Dogs are allowed on these trails, for our walker friends who like to know ahead about dogs.
– If you miss the group and want to explore on your own, here are some hike descriptions of the area:
Lands End Lookout to Mile Rock Beach: https://www.hikingautism.com/lands-end-lookout-to-mile-rock-beach.html
Sutro Baths: https://www.hikingautism.com/sutro-baths.html
Fort Miley at Lands End: https://www.hikingautism.com/fort-miley-at-lands-end.html

Webinar SFASA-Dani — April 28th 6:30-8:00PM
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Autism Society San Francisco Bay Area is partnering with Dani Plan! Join us for our April webinar to learn about managing the essential details of your loved one’s care. Dani Plan offers a secure cloud-based software solution as a valuable resource to help you organize and consolidate important information – ensuring that nothing gets lost in the shuffle of daily life.
With Dani Plan you can:

Build a personalized care plan
Upload and organize key documents
Share plans securely with trusted individuals
Set text reminders for caregivers
Prepare for the unexpected with confidence
Register Today to secure your spot for this informative webinar!

When: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 6:00-7:30PM
Where: Zoom Online
Member? Webinar is free for members! (To attend for free, select the $10 option. To donate $5, select the $15 option, and your membership will deduct $10 from the cost at checkout.)
Not a member yet? Become a member here! (For discount to apply, become a member before signing up for the webinar.)

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Autism Society San Francisco Bay Area
www.sfautismsociety.org
