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ALASKA
Anchorage Let's Talk
Meets 1st Wed./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A faith based training and support group for foster and adoptive families. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Families.
Tammy Keech 907 279-1803 or tkeech@nwresource.org
ANCHORAGE
Adopting Through OCS
Classes offered monthly. Learn everything you need to know about adopting through the State of Alaska Office of Children's Services. Topics will include; ICWA laws, subsidies, legal free vs legal risk adoption, home studies and family preparation.
Brenda Ursel 1-800-478-7307 or bursel@nwresource.org
ANCHORAGE, JUNEAU, FAIRBANKS, MAT-SU
ARIZONA
Exploring Adoption - West and North Valley, Phoenix Support Group
3rd Wed./mo., 6:30 P.M., Claim Jumper, 3063 W. Agua Fria Freeway (101 Freeway, Deer Valley Ctr). Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona.
Donnie Straus illbedmd@hotmail.com
PHOENIX
Exploring Adoption - East and South Valley, Phoenix Support Group
3rd Mon./mo., 6:30 P.M., California Pizza Kitchen (Tempe Marketplace), 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona.
Theresa MacKinnon taheese@cox.net
PHOENIX
ARKANSAS
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 10 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong & Nepal, plus new opportunities in Ghana. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International Staff 501-791-9300 or DillonAR@dillonadopt.com
LITTLE ROCK
Free Adoption Information Meeting
Oct. 12 & Nov. 9. 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, plus new opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 501-791-9300 or DillonAR@dillonadopt.com
NORTH LITTLE ROCK
CALIFORNIA
Free Monthly Adoption Information Meetings
Please contact us for meetings & locations. Spons. by Sweet Beginnings Adoption Services
Lisa Sweet RN 925 408-7699 or sweetbeginningsadoptions@yahoo.com
EAST BAY
Granite Bay Foster Adoption Orientation Meeting
2nd Wed./mo. Learn about the benefits of adopting a local child & the ins & outs of adopting a foster child. Spons. by Lilliput Children's Services.
S. Walston 916-789-9700 or swalston@lilliput.org
GRANITE BAY
Thinking about Adoption Seminar
Thru Dec, Saddleback Church Orphan Care. Spons. by Saddleback Church.
www.OrphansandtheChurch.com Elizabeth Styffe 949-461-0639 or orphans@saddleback.com
LAKE FOREST
1st Annual Adoption Conference
Oct. 2, 8 A.M.-5 P.M., The Proud Bird Restaurant, Tuskegee Rm, 11022 Aviation Blvd. Spend the day with leading adoption professionals & learn everything there is to know on domestic & international adoption options. Spons. by Southwest Adoption Network.
www.southwestadoption.org Kayle Kelley 661-273-0748 or kaylek@southwestadoption.org
LOS ANGELES
Transracial Adoption Parenting
Meets 1st Sat./mo., 12-2 P.M. Sponsored by Los Angeles Affiliate of the Southwest Region of RESOLVE.
mwgearty@aol.com Molly & Bill or 323-255-0566
LOS ANGELES
Pact's Family of Color Adoption Orientation
Sept. 16, 6:30-8 P.M., Kaiser Oakland Medical Center, Fabiola Building, Room #65A, 3801 Howe St. Join Malaika Parker, Pact's Family of Color Specialist, for a free orientation to learn about the adoption process through Pact. Those who are considering transracial adoption are welcome to attend as well.
www.pactadopt.org/events/orientation.html 510-243-9460
OAKLAND
Baby Care for Adopted Infants
Sept. 18, 9 A.M.-4 P.M., Kaiser Oakland Medical Center, Mosswood Building, Room 1130 B, 3505 Broadway. A baby care class designed especially for pre-adoptive parents. This class will teach you the basics of baby care as well as give practical information about how to promote attachment and read your new baby's cues. Spons. by Pact. Register online.
www.pactadopt.org/events/baby.html
OAKLAND
True Colors 2: Pushing Past Race 101
Oct. 2, 9 A.M.-4 P.M., Kaiser Oakland Medical Ctr, Mosswood Building, RM 1130 B, 3505 Bdwy. For pre-adoptive & transracial adoptive parents of young kids. Focuses on the life-long education of adoptive parents parenting children of color across racial lines & features advanced conversations about race. You must have attended Pact's True Colors I to participate in this workshop. Register online. Spons. by Pact.
www.pactadopt.org/events/true_colors2.html 510-243-9460
OAKLAND
Adopt A Special Kid Informational Workshop
Meets 2nd Tues./mo., 7-9 P.M. An AASK social worker will present an overview of the child welfare system & the foster care & adoption processes. Parents can ask questions in a comfortable atmosphere & schedule an initial interview with a social worker. We strives to make adoption accessible to a diverse range of families, including: LGBT parents, parents of all ethnic backgrounds, single & partnered parents, We provide all social work services necessary to adopt a child from foster care at no cost to our families.
www.aask.org 510-553-1748 ext12 or info@aask.org
OAKLAND
Adoption and Foster Care Information Meeting
Held 2nd Tues./mo 6-7:30 P.M., 1045 W. Katella Ave.,#330. Spanish & English speaking staff. Our experienced social work team will provide information on how to become a foster parent &/or an adoptive parent. Get facts about the process, the children, & the benefits available. RSVP. Spons. by Hannah's Children's Homes.
Micki Ross, LCSW 714-516-1077 or mickihch@yahoo.com
ORANGE
"Fortune Cookies" Adoption Peer Led Support Group
Every other Wed., 6:30-9 P.M. For those who are considering or are in the process of adopting a child. Spons. by San Diego affiliate of RESOLVE Southwest Region.
Mary rupperts@cox.net
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 4, Noe Valley Branch Library, 7:30-8:45 PM. A free meeting for families interested in learning more about international adoption. Spons. by Dillon International.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International representat 415-742-0062 or caitlin@dillonadopt.com
SAN FRANCISCO
Touched by Adoption
Meets last Sat./mo., Jan-Oct, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Live Oak Family Resource Ctr, 1438 Capitola Rd. Adoptive families, adult adoptees, families waiting to adopt, & birthparents.
adoption@got.net
SANTA CRUZ
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 1, 4-5:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong,Nepal & opportunities in Ghana. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 714-734-8600 or rebecca@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
International Adoption Seminar
Oct. 2, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Dillon's office. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Registration includes lunch & materials; counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs.
www,dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
Adoption Information Meeting
Meets last Sat./mo., 10:30 A.M - 12 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong & new opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras available through an affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services will also be discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
Foster-Adoptive Parenting Information Meeting
Tues. 6-8 P.M., 1838 Eastman Ave. Ste 100. Open your heart & home to a child in need & help create lifelong connections through the power of family. Spons. by Aspiranet.
Valerie Hoffman (805) 289-0120 or vhoffman@aspiranet.org
VENTURA
COLORADO
CSFPA Annual Education Conference
Oct. 20-22, Beaver Run Resort, 620 Village Rd.
www.fs4cconference.org 303-463-7989
BRECKENRIDGE
Rocky Mountain Ethiopian Adoption Support Group
Meets 1st./Tues or Wed,/mo, 7-9 P.M., 899 Logan St. For families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia.
misgriffvb@yahoo.com Kristi Griffith-Jones 303-425-4003 or shawn.rodda@gmail.com
DENVER
Free Hand In Hand Information Nights
Meets 3rd Thurs/.mon., First Presbyterian Church, 531 S.College Ave. Learn about int'l adoption, & country specific programs. RSVP required.
Kimberly Morgan 970-226-8948 or coloradohih@msn.com
FORT COLLINS
CONNECTICUT
36th Annual NACAC Conference
Aug. 4-7, Connecticut Convention Ctr., 100 Columbus Blvd. Will feature close to 100 workshops by expert professionals and parents addressing a wide variety of topics.
651-644-3036 or info@nacac.org
HARTFORD
General Adoption Information Meetings
1st Tues./mo., 7 P.M., Rocky Hill Office, 2139 Silas Deane Hwy, Ste 201. Learn about your adoption options, both domestic and international. Reserve space. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of New England.
800-286-9889
ROCKY HILL
Adoption: How to Get Started!
1st Thurs./mo., 7 P.M., Borders Books and Music stores. One of our staff will explain domestic, int'l, and adopting from foster care in CT, and offer a step-by-step outline to adopting a child. Spons. by Connecticut Adoption & Family Services.
www.ctadoptions.org Sandra Couillard 860-444-0553 or director@ctadoptions.org
WATERFORD, MILFORD AND MANCHESTER
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 4, 6:30 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs & meet our families & staff. Sign up at
whfc.org/events Amanda or Jodi 860-570-1740 or acuevas@whfc.org; jdeshefy@whfc.org
WEST HARTFORD
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Baby Care Classes
Classes geared for adopting parents & specific adoption circumstances. Taught by a nurse certified as a child care educator. Spons. by Families for Private Adoption.
Mary Ellen Gwynn R.N.C. 301-627-8830 or gwynn6710@msn.com
WASHINGTON
FLORIDA
T.A.L.C. Expo
Nov. 13, 9 A.M.-4 P.M., Orlando World Center Marriott Resort, 8701 World Center Dr., Canary Banquet Hall. International & domestic agencies & local companies will provide families with resources.
info@talcsite.org
ORLANDO
HAWAII
General Information Sessions
1st Tues./mo., 5:30-7 P.M. An introduction to our adoption programs, all are welcome. RSVP. Spons. by Hawaii International Child.
Shannon Murphy 808-589-2367 or Shannon@h-i-c.org
HONOLULU
IDAHO
2nd Annual Run For Your Life
Aug. 14, New York Life Parking Lot, 1109 West Myrtle. 9 A.M. 5K Run/Walk, 10:30 A.M. Kids 1 mile fun run. All net proceeds to benefit Wednesday's Child. Spons. by New York Life Insurance Company.
www.idaho.nyloffices.com/ 208-338-6301
BOISE
ILLINOIS
Adoptive Parent Support Group
3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI. 103 S. Country Fair Dr. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Snacks & child care provided.
Judie Watson 217-398-3011
CHAMPAIGN
Walk for Adoption
Nov. 6, 10 A.M., Old School Forest Preserve. Come celebrate National Adoption Month, all are welcome. Show your support of adoption by wearing white. Please register. Spons. by Illinois Families Supporting Adoption.
www.walkforadoption.blogspot.com Christy illinoisfsa@gmail.com
LIBERTYVILLE
Adoptive Parent Support Group
2nd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1616 Main St. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Snacks and child care provided.
Kim Holder 618-997-9196 or Kimberly.Holder@lssi.org
MARION
Pre-Adoption Support Group
Meets last Wed./mo., 7-9 P.M., Lutheran General Hospital, 1700 Luther Ln. Spons. by RESOLVE, Great Lakes Region.
Mark and Jen marknjen2000@aol.com
PARK RIDGE
Adoptive Families Support Group
3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI office, 4709 44th St, Ste 1. Open to all parents who have adopted, are in the process of adopting, or anyone thinking of adopting.
Susan Goble 309-786-6400 or susan.goble@lssi.org
ROCK ISLAND
Adoptive Families Together: Adoptive Parent Support Group
1st Mon./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI, 321 W. State St., 4th Fl. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Snacks & child care provided.
Stacy Rapach 815-969-8836
ROCKFORD
Adoptive Parent Support Group
4th Wed./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 3000 Rohmann Ave. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Snacks & child care provided.
Alisa Hilliard 309-671-0300
WEST PEORIA
INDIANA
Sharing the Journey
Sept. 15, 3 P.M., Adoptions of Indiana offices.
317-574-8950
INDIANAPOLIS
Journey to Adoption/Conspicuous Families
Sept. 17, Tabernacle Presbyterian Church, 418 E. 34th St. Journey to Adoption: 8 A.M.-12 P.M.; Conspicuous Families: 1:30-5 P.M. Spons. by Adoptions of Indiana.
Karen 317-574-8950
INDIANAPOLIS
Free International Adoption Informational Seminar
Sept. 25, 9 A.M., St. Luke's Church, 100 W. 86th St., Modular Building. Learn about international adoption, & speak with families from the community who have adopted. Spons. by Families Thru International Adoption.
www.ftia.org 888-797-9900 or adopt@ftia.org
INDIANAPOLIS
Introduction to International Adoption/Perspective of a Birth Parent/Journey as Adoptive Parents
Oct. 15, 8:30 A.M.-12 P.M. Tabernacle Presbyterian Church, 418 E. 34th St. Spons. by Adoptions of Indiana. RSVP.
Karen 317-574-8950
INDIANAPOLIS
KANSAS
International Adoption Seminar
Sept. 18, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M. St. Luke's South Hospital/Wellness Conf. Rm. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs. Spons. by Dillon International.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 913-544-2805 or DillonKS@dillonadopt.com
OVERLAND PARK
LOUISIANA
South East Adoption Coalition
Oct. 23, 9 A.M.-4 P.M., Belle of Baton Rouge Hotel, 102 France St. 1st Annual Educational Adoption Seminar "Creating Our Future", will cover a wide variety of information including the many available options for adoptions. Spons. by Beacon House Adoption Services.
Margie Mathis/Jourdan Albritton 225-753-5551 or jourdan@beaconhouseadopt.com or jourdan@beaconhouseadopt.com
BATON ROUGE
MARYLAND
FFTA 24th Annual Conference on Treatment Foster Care
Aug. 1-4, Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. This conference offers a wealth of expertise, information & talent in this unique field. 70 workshops for every type of treatment foster care professional.
Stacey Horowitz 800-414-3382, ext.121 or shorowtiz@ffta.org
NATIONAL HARBOR
MASSACHUSETTS
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 5, 6 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff.
www.whfc.org/events Lori Johnson 413-448-8367 or ljohnson@whfc.org
HOLYOKE
The RESOLVE Fertility Treatment, Donor Choices, and Adoption Conference
Nov. 6, 8.30 A.M.-5 P.M., Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel, 181 Boston Post Rd W. An educational event, offering nearly 40 workshops covering all aspects of medical treatment, emotional & legal issues, donor choices, & adoption options.
781-890-2225 or admin@resolveofthebaystate.org
MARLBOROUGH
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 14, 6:30 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff.
www.whfc.org/events Jessica Ellison 781-894-5330 or jellison@whfc.org
WALTHAM
Hague Complaint Training: Adjustment in Intercountry Adoption
Aug. 3, 7-9 P.M., 45 Lyman St., #2. Topics include, observing your child’s country environment; hearing/not sharing your child’s story; gathering information before your child comes home & many more. Spons. by Adoption Community of New England.
www.AdoptionCommunityofNE.org 508-366-6812 or info@AdoptionCommunityofNE.org
WESTBOROUGH
A Support Group for Waiting Parents
Aug. 7, 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Join others who are also in the waiting period. Each session focuses on a specific issue related to this part of the adoption process. Time is set aside for open discussion.
www.AdoptionCommunityofNE.org 508-366-6812 or info@AdoptionCommunityofNE.org
WESTBOROUGH
MINNESOTA
Waiting Child Adoption Orientation
Aug. 10, Sept. 21, Oct. 14, Nov. 8, & Dec. 6, 6-8 P.M., HOPE Adoption & Family Services, 5850 Omaha Ave. N. Almost 500 children in MN need parents, there are no fees for these adoptions. Please register.
www.hopeadoptionservices.org Julie Kink 651-439-2446 or hope@hopeadoptionservices.org
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
Adoption Orientation
Aug. 10, 6-8 P.M., HOPE Adoption & Family Services, 5850 Omaha Ave. N. Almost 500 children in MN need loving families, there are NO fees for these adoptions.
www.hopeadoptionservices.org Julie Kink 651-439-2446 or hope@hopeadoptionservices.org
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
Waiting Families Support Group
2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis Street.
Laura Nystrom 651-255-2255
ST. PAUL
MISSOURI
Fostering Strategies for Change: Children, Families and their Communities
Nov. 17-18, 301 W. 13th St, Conference Rm. 2100. Will showcase diverse regional resources, & will present collaborative strategies for changing how systems & service providers identify & work with natural supports of families & their communities. Spons. by MFCAA, COC, UMKC, School of Social Work & MO Children's Division.
http://www.fosteringstrategiesforchangeconference.org/ Thom McNamara 816-508-1704 or thom.mcnamara@cornerstonesofcare.org
KANSAS CITY
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 28, 3-5 P.M., & Nov. 16, 7-9 P.M., Greene County Library Ctr. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong,& Nepal, plus new opportunities in Ghana. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed. Spons. by Dillon International.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International representat 417-887-9167 or caitlin@dillonadopt.com
SPRINGFIELD
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 3, Oct. 5, & Dec. 7, 7-8:30 P.M, Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, Nepal & upcoming opportunities in Ghana. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 314-576-4100 or DillonMO@dillonadopt.com
ST. LOUIS
International Adoption Seminar
Nov. 6, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Dillon office. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Registration includes lunch & materials, counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 314-576-4100 or DillonMO@dillonadopt.com
ST. LOUIS
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 16, 6 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs & meet our families & staff.
whfc.org/events Barb Drotos 603-230-8115 or bdrotos@whfc.org
CONCORD
NEW JERSEY
Adoption Information Meeting
Meets 1st Weds./mo., 6:30-8 P.M. RSVP. Spons. by Adoption Options.
www.lsmnjadoption.org Terry Dingle 609-699-4110 or tdingle@lsmnj.org
BURLINGTON
Free Learn About Adoption Meeting
Aug. 17, 7 P.M., 451 Woodland Ave. Learn more about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Register online. Spons. by AFTH.
www.afth.org Kate 856-665-5655 or KateL@afth.org
CHERRY HILL
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 17, 6 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs & meet our families & staff.
whfc.org/events Christine Carroll 516-922-0751 or ccarroll@whfc.org
MONTCLAIR
IAC Center Pre-Adoptive Parents Support Group
Meets Tuesdays, 7-8:30 P.M., IAC Center, Pennington Point West, 2 Tree Farm Rd., Suite A200.
iaccenter.com/support-groups/index.asp#pre Joni Mantell 609-737-8750 or JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com
PENNINGTON
29th Annual “Let’s Talk Adoption Conference
Nov. 6, 8:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Rutgers Univ., Busch Campus Ctr. Coordinated by CPFA & co-spons. by the New Jersey Interagency Adoption Counsel & Rutgers Univ. School of Social Work, Institute for Families.
www.cpfanj.org 973-625-5628 or conference10@cpfanj.org
PISCATAWAY
Crossing the Bridge: From Infertility to Adoption Workshop
Oct. 17, 8.45 A.M.-2 P.M., Princeton Hyatt, 102 Carnegie Center. For anyone considering adoption or if you are waiting to adopt & also for family members who would like to get a better understanding of adoption. Adoption counselors, adoptive parents, birth parents & adults who were adopted will share their perspectives on adoption with you. Pre-registration is required. Spons. by IACC.
Joni Mantell 609-737-8750 or JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com
PRINCETON
Waiting Families Support Group
Meets 3rd Mon./mo., Panera Bread, 136 Nassau St., 7-9 P.M. Singles & couples in the adoption process or waiting for a referral are welcome to attend. Spons. by RESOLVE Northeast Region.
Susan Merkel 609-694-5658 or resolveadoptionplsg-princeton@comcast.net
PRINCETON
Free Steps to Domestic Adoption Meetings
Meets 2nd Mon./mo. Learn about domestic adoption. Please registers. Spons. by A Loving Choice Adoption Associates. register.
Cathleen McNee 732-224-0924 or alovingchoice@comcast.net
SHREWSBURY
International Information Meeting
Aug. 11, & Dec. 8, 6:30-8:30 P.M., Oct. 2, 9 A.M.-12 P.M.; Spence-Chapin Services, 57 Union Pl.
908-522-0043
SUMMIT
NEW YORK
30th Annual APC Adoption Conference
Nov. 21, 8 A.M.-5 P.M., St. Francis College, 180 Remsen St. Serves to promote a better awareness & understanding of adoption & provide members with accurate information concerning adoption & parenting issues.
www.adoptiveparents.org Edna Fitzgerald 212-304-8479 or apcconfreg@gmail.com
BROOKLYN
Pre-Adoption Support Group
Last Mon./mo., 8 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE of the Northeast.
Aileen 516-596-7088 or catwatcher315@yahoo.com
LONG ISLAND
International Information Meeting
Aug. 14, Oct. 23, Nov. 13, & Dec. 11, 10 A.M-1 P.M., Spence-Chapin Services, 410 E. 92nd St.
212-369-0300
MANHATTAN
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 14, 10 A.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about WHFC's For Children’s programs & meet our families & staff.
whfc.org/events Christine Carroll 516-922-0751 or ccarroll@whfc.org
MANHATTAN
IAC Center Pre-Adoptive Parents Support Group
Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45 P.M.
iaccenter.com/support-groups/index.asp#pre Joni Mantell 609-737-8750 or JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com
MANHATTAN
How to Adopt Domestically and Internationally
2nd Wed./mo. 6-7:30 P.M. Free interactive session led by staff of Ametz Adoption Program of JCC. Learn the difference in working with an agency or attorney, what to expect during the homestudy, costs, time-frames, & support before, during, & after adoption. Please register.
www.jccany.org/ametz 646-505-5708
MANHATTAN
International Information Meeting - Russia and Ethiopia
Aug. 23 and Nov. 19, 6-9 P.M., Spence-Chapin Services, 410 East 92nd St.
212-369-0300
MANHATTAN (UPPER EAST SIDE)
How to Adopt Domestically and Internationally
Aug. 11, 6-7:30 P.M., JCC of Manhattan. Registration required.
jccany.convio.net/site/Calendar?view=MonthGrid 646-505-5708
MANHATTAN (UPPER WEST SIDE)
Free Adoption Information Meeting
Learn about adopting a child from China, Ethiopia, India, Thailand & US. Open to all from the just starting to learn stage to know everything & ready to jump stage. Called for schedule of meetings. Spons. by WACAP.
www.wacap.org Joanna Korsh, LCSW 203-980-0975 or jbkorsh@optonline.net
NEW YORK
6th Annual Shedding Light on the Adoption Experience Conference
Sept. 24-25, The Park Central Hotel, 870 7th Ave. An educational conference about realities, & the lifelong effects of adoption & the need for family preservation. 5 keynote presentations & 40 workshops. Spons. by Adoption Crossroads, Adoption Healing, Baby Scoop Era Research Initiative, Origins Inc. Australia, & Origins Canada.
914-420-4880 or info@adoptionhealing.com
NEW YORK
6th Annual Biennial Adoption Conference
Oct. 14-16, St John's Univ, Manhattan Campus, 101 Murray St. Open Arms, Open Minds: The Ethics of Adoption in the 21st Century. Includes topics on search & reunion, third party reproduction adoption & openness to contact with donors & surrogates, & many more topics. Spons. by St. John's Univ & Montclair State Univ.
www.adoptioninitiative.org/wordpress/home/ Dr. Rafael Javier 718-990-5460 or adoptionconference@gmail.com
NEW YORK
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 11, 6 P.M.; Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs & meet our families & staff.
whfc.org/events Christine Carroll 516-922-0751 or ccarroll@whfc.org
OYSTER BAY
Free Polish Adoption Orientation
Aug. 3, 6-8 P.M., One Gateway Plaza. Learn about adopting from Poland. Spons. by Family Services of Westchester.
www.fsw.org Kristin McKillop 914- 937-2320 ext. 128 or kmckillop@fsw.org
PORT CHESTER
Adoption Information Meetings
Aug. 18, 6 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs & meet our families & staff.
whfc.org/events Lori Johnson 413-448-8367 or ljohnson@whfc.org
SARATOGA SPRINGS
NORTH CAROLINA
National Adoption Month: De-Mystifying Adoption
Nov. 13, 9 A.M.-12 P.M., Stallings United Methodist Church, 1115 Stallings Rd. Introduction to adoption session as well as a circle of adoption panel. Spons. by SPAFA.
www.spafa.org
STALLINGS
OHIO
Free Adoption Information Sessions
3rd Wed./mo., 6 P.M. Spons. by A Child's Waiting Adoption Program.
Jennifer Marando 330-665-1811
AKRON
FSA Regional Conference
Oct. 8-9, Stake Center, 8751 Kirtland Rd. Unite Our Hands & Hearts. Topics include; finance adoption, trans-racial, infertility, birthmother panel, growing up adopted & many more. Spons. by LDS Family Services.
866-530-9143 or fsaohio@gmail.com
KIRTLAND
OKLAHOMA
International Adoption Seminar
Nov 6, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Trinity Baptist Church. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Includes lunch & materials. Counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs. Spons. by Dillon International.
www.dillonadopt.com Nancy 405-329-0531 or info@dillonadopt.com
NORMAN
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 11 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong,Nepal & opportunities in Ghana. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International Staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
International Adoption Seminar
Aug. 21, Oct 2, & Dec. 4, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Dillon office. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Includes lunch & materials. Counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
Free Adoption Information Meeting
Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, & Dec. 14, 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, plus new opportunities in Ghana and Nepal. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
OREGON
Great Expectations for Waiting Families
Sept. 10 & Nov. 12, 7-8:30 P.M., Legacy Emanuel Hospital. Spons. by Northwest Adoptive Families Association (NAFA).
Lee Ball 503-612-0582 or leerball@aol.com
PORTLAND
"Just Home" Families Group
Sept. 18 & Nov. 20, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Legacy Emanuel Hospital. Spons. by Northwest Adoptive Families Association.
Mary 503-657-1431 or ladiebug772001@yahoo.com
PORTLAND
Baby and Toddler Care Class for Adoptive Families
Oct. 30, 8:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Legacy Meridian Park Hospital. Spons. by Northwest Adoptive Families Association (NAFA).
Debbie Dunham 503-224-0222 or information@nafaonline.org
PORTLAND
PENNSYLVANIA
Free Learn About Adoption Meeting
Aug. 10, 6:30 P.M., 2212 Union Blvd. Learn more about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Register online. Spons. by AFTH.
www.afth.org Tammy 610-642-2384 or TammyD@afth.org
ALLENTOWN
Discover Domestic Adoption
Aug. 17, 7 P.M., 30-31 Hampstead Circle. Learn more about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons, by AFTH
www.afth.org Karen 610-642-7200 or KarenD@afth.org
WYNNEWOOD
SOUTH CAROLINA
Free Online Information:
An overview of all international programs, process & fees. Designed for families who are thinking about adopting through Children's Home Society & Family Services.
www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
TEXAS
Together for Adoption Conference
Sept. 30 - Oct. 2, 8 A.M. - 5 P.M., Hill Country Bible Church, 12124 Ranch Rd, 620 N. Will equip professionals, churches & ministries to bring hope & healing to adopted & foster children. Spons. by the Austin Stone Community Church & Hill Country Bible Church.
Brian Morgan 512- 331-5050 or brian.morgan@TogetherforAdoption.org
AUSTIN
18th Annual Adoption Knowledge Affiliates Conference
Nov. 12-13, Keynote speakers; Dr. Ruth McRoy & Patricia Martinez Dorner, MA, LPC, LMFT.
aka@adoptionknowledge.org
AUSTIN
4th Annual Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Conference
Oct. 23, 9 A.M.-3 P.M., Irving Bible Church. Keynote speaker Sherrie Eldridge. Spons. by
www.tapestryconference.org
COPPELL
International Adoption Seminar
Aug 7, & Oct 30, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Buckner Children’s Home Campus. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Registration includes lunch & materials; counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs. Spons. by Dillon Int'l.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 214-319-3426 or DillonTX@dillonadopt.com
DALLAS
Adoption Information Meeting
Sept 23, & Nov. 18, 6-7:30 P.M., Buckner Children's Home campus. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, plus new opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed. Spons. by Dillon International.
www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 214-319-3426 or shedrick@buckner.org
DALLAS
Tapestry Waiting Famlies Groups
Two groups, 7:30 P.M., 1st group meets 1st Sat./mo, at Mike & Johnna Wolverton's home, & the 2nd group meets 4th Sat./mo. at Anthony & Kristin Violi's home. Coffee & dessert will be served. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.
Kristin Violi 972-395-1308 or ktvioli@gmail.com
IRVING
Dallas Moms Night Out
Meets 4th Tues. every other month. For Moms & moms-to-be. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.
Amy Monroe 972-315-9628 or tapestry@irvingbible.org
NORTH DALLAS
10th Annual Beyond Borders International Adoption Conference
Sept. 25-26, Sat. 7 A.M.-5 P.M. Sun. 8 A.M. -12 P.M. Holiday Inn Riverwalk, 217 N. St. Mary's St. Keynote speakers, Dr. Elizabeth Bartholet & Dr. Jane Aronson. Bringing together adoption leaders & families from all over the US & the world. Our aim is to inspire, educate & generate awareness for international adoption advocates so that we can all continue impacting positive change in the adoption industry. Spons. by Great Wall China Adoption & Children of All Nations.
512-323-9595 or info@gwca.org
SAN ANTONIO
UTAH
Families Supporting Adoption Conference
Jul. 30-31, Davis Conference Center, 1651 N. 700 W. Together by Divine Design. Spons. by LDS Family Services.
801-240-6052 or shepherdpl@ldsfamilyservices.org
LAYTON
VIRGINIA
Discover Domestic Adoption
Aug. 26, 7 P.M., Learn more about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons, by AFTH
www.afth.org 757-361-0008 or VAreception@afth.org
CHESAPEAKE
Discover Domestic Adoption
Aug. 19, 7 P.M., Henrico County Library, Tuckahoe Branch. Learn more about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons, by AFTH
www.afth.org 757-361-0008 or VAreception@afth.org
HENRICO
Adoption Support Group
Meets 2nd Thurs./mo. Offers support to individuals & couples who have an interest in, or are in the process of adopting. Spons. by the Mid-Atlantic Region of RESOLVE.
Cristal Lake-Sanders Richmond@midatlantic.resolve.org
RICHMOND
Free Adoption Workshop
Workshops are held frequently. Learn about the adoption process. Spons. by Adoption With Love by JFS.
www.jfsrichmond.org Teresa Birchett 804-282-5644 or adoption@jfsrichmond.org
RICHMOND
WASHINGTON
AWAIT Support Group Meetings
Meets on 2nd Mon./mo. 7-9 P.M. Bellevue Public Library: 1111—110th Ave.
www.affgs.org (206) 903-9664 or members@affgs.org
BELLEVUE
AWAIT Meetings
Aug. 16, 7-9 P.M., North Bellevue Community Ctr, Rm "D", 4063 148th Ave. NE. Support group for families waiting to adopt. Spons. by Adoptive Friends & Families of Greater Seattle.
www.affgs.org 206-903-9664
BELLVUE
Adoption Information Meetings at WACAP
Meets 1st & 3rd Thurs. (except for holidays) 7-9 P.M. WACAP Office, 315 S. Second St.Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam or the United States. Free & all are welcome!
206-575-4550
RENTON (SEATTLE)
Free Adoption Information Meeting at Amara
2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M. & periodically on a Sat. morning, 3300 East Union St. Learn about the adoption process, adopting children from foster care & Amara's services.
Contact Amara to RSVP 206-260-1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org
SEATTLE
WISH (Waiting Is So Hard)
Meets 2nd Thurs./mo, 7-9 P.M. at Joe & Gayle Kohler's home, 4937 NW Discovery Ridge Ct. Spons. by Kitsap Adoption Group
www.kitsapadoptiongroup.com Joe & Gayle Kohler 360-662-0630
SILVERDALE
WISCONSIN
2nd Annual Journey of a Lifetime Conference
Oct. 2, 8.30 A.M.-3 P.M., Sacred Heart Hospital, 900 W. Clairemont Ave. The Transracial Family. Keynote speaker Robert O'Connor Spons. by Friends in Adoption.
www.friendsofadoption.org/Fall%20Journey%20Conf%202010.pdf Christy Reppe 877-832-3483 or creppe@cclse.org
EAU CLAIRE
NATIONWIDE
Domestic Program Webinar
Aug. 4, 7 P.M. Learn more about our agency & our domestic program. The focus will be on our African-American & African-American/Biracial domestic program. Please register. Spons. by AFTH.
www.afth.org Amanda 717-399-7766 or AmandaK@afth.org
NATIONWIDE
International Adoption Information Webinar
Aug. 10, & Oct. 12, 12 P.M. Jun 17 & 22, Aug. 19, Sept. 16, & Oct. 21, 7 P.M. Learn about international adoption, speak with an FTIA team member, & listen to adoptive families share their adoption experience.
www.ftia.org 888-797-9900 or adopt@ftia.org
ONLINE
Adopting From Ethiopia (online teleconferences)
Aug. 17, 12 P.M. E.T. Meet Wide Horizons For Children online to learn more about adopting a child from Ethiopia & hear program details & updates.
www.whfc.org/events Ruth Stillman 781-894-5330 or rstillman@whfc.org
ONLINE
GERMANY
Kaiserslautern Military Community Adoption Support Group
Meets 3rd Tues./mo., 7 P.M. Health & Wellness Center (Bldg 3722) on Landstuhl Post. Members share pre & post adoption information.
www.usadopteurope.com Jeanie Veith 06371-47-6148 or usadopteurope@gmail.com
LANDSTUHL
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