Pre-Adoptive Informational Events

Select your location to see events near you.

ALASKA

Anchorage Let's Talk

Meets 1st Wed./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A faith based training & support group for foster & adoptive families. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Families.

Tammy Keech 907 279-1803 or tkeech@nwresource.org
ANCHORAGE

Adopting Through OCS

Montly classes. 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 & family preparation. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Familiy.

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

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

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

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

Foster Adopt Information Meeting

Sept. 11, Carson, Upland, & Studio City, Sept. 16, Valencia, Sept. 18, Palmdale & Sept. 25 Los Angeles.

www.all4kids.org
Staff 800-730-3933 or marciamorris@all4kids.org
LOS ANGELES (& SURROUNDING AREAS)

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

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

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

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

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

Oct. 12, 4-5:30 P.M. Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, plus new opportunities in Ghana. Programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through affiliation with Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services, also discussed.

www.dillonadopt.com
Rebecca 714-734-8600 or rebecca@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
office@csfpa.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

Learn About Adoption Meeting

Sept. 11, 11 A.M., Fairfield Public Library. Learn more about our domestic programs and have your questions answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Joyce Flaherty 860-657-2626 or CTofficeadmin@afth.org
FAIRFIELD

Free Information Meeting

Oct. 16, 10 A.M., Welles-Turner Memorial Library, 2407 Main St. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Joyce 860-657-2626 or CTofficeadmin@afth.org
GLASTONBURY

Adoption Information Meetings

Sept. 16 & Nov. 18, 6 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about our programs and meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Amanda or Jodi 860-570-1740 or acuevas@whfc.org
NORWALK

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

DELAWARE

Free Information Meeting

Oct. 5, 6 P.M., Dover Library, 45 South State St. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Denise 302-658-8883 or DEreception@afth.org
DOVER

Learn About Adoption meeting

Sept. 14, 6 P.M. Learn about our domestic programs & have your questions answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Denise LaPera 302-658-8883 or Dereception@afth.org
WILMINGTON

Free Adoption Information Meeting

Oct. 15, 6 P.M., 18-A Trolley Sq. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Denise 302-658-8883 or DEreception@afth.org
WILMINGTON

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

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

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

International Adoption Information Seminar

Nov. 6, 9-10:30 A.M., St. Luke's Church, 100 W. 86th St. Modular Bldg. Learn about international adoption & speak with adoptive families. Spons. by FTIA.

www.ftia.org
Lou Ann Green 812-479-9900 or adopt@ftia.org
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

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

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

1st Annual Educational Adoption Expo

Oct. 23, 9 A.M.-4 P.M., Belle of Baton Rouge Hotel, 102 France St. Workshops covering domestic & Intl adoption, the homestudy, beginning the adoption process & more. Spons. by South East Adoption Coalition.

Margie Mathis/Jourdan Albritton 225-753-5551 or jourdan@beaconhouseadopt.com or jourdan@beaconhouseadopt.com
BATON ROUGE

MARYLAND

International Adoption Meeting

Sept. 7, 6:30-8:30 P.M., CHSFS Maryland Office, 8555 16th St, Ste 600.

www.chsfs.org
Sue Orban 301-562-6500 or intake@chsfs.org
SILVER SPRING

MASSACHUSETTS

Adoption Information Meeting

Sept. 18, 10 A.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about our programs and meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Jessica Ellison 781-894-5330 or jellison@whfc.org
BEVERLY

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 Meeting

Sept. 21, 6 P.M. Wide Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about our programs and meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Lori Johnson 413-448-8367 or ljohnson@whfc.org
PITTSFIELD

Adoption Information Meetings

Sept. 9, 6:30 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about our programs and meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Jessica Ellison 781-894-5330 or jellison@whfc.org
WALTHAM

MICHIGAN

Free Adoption/Foster care Information Meetings

Sept. 9, 1055 Carriage Hill Dr. Intercountry Adoption 9-11 A.M., & State Adoption & Foster Care, 1-4 P.M. Spons. by Bethany Christian Services.

nancy mercier 231-995-0870 or bcstraversecity@bethany.org
TRAVERSE CITY

MINNESOTA

Waiting Child Adoption Orientation

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

International Adoption Meeting

Sept. 7, 6-8 P.M., Sept. 18, 9 A.M.-12 P.M., CHSFS office, 1605 Eustis St. A panel of adoptive families will share their adoption experiences.

www.chsfs.org
Deb Harder or Carol Wiens 800-952-9302 or intake@chsfs.org
SAINT PAUL

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

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

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

Adoption Information Meeting

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

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Domestic Adoption Information Meeting

Sept. 20 6 P.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through domestic adoption. Learn about our programs and meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children & Bianco Professional. Association

Barb Drotos 603-230-8115 or bdrotos@whfc.org
NASHUA

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 Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting

Sept. 16 & Nov. 18, 6:30-8 P.M., Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Rd. Learn about our programs & meet the staff. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

267-256-2235 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
CHERRY HILL

Learn About Adoption

Sept. 21 & Oct. 19, 7 P.M. 451 Woodland Ave. 7 P.M. Learn about our domestic programs & have your questions answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Jennifer Bradley 856-665-5655 or JenniferB@afth.org
CHERRY HILL

Adoption Information Meetings

Sept. 18, 10 A.M. & Oct 19, 6 P.M. Learn about our programs & meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

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

Domestic Adoption: Communicating with Birthparents

Sept. 25, 9:30 A.M.- 12 P.M. Teaches you to feel more confident & to gain the skills necessary for making an adoption situation work not just for now, but for the long term. Spons. by IAC Center.

iaccenter.com/workshops/workshop-communicating-with-birthparents.asp
Joni 609-737-8750 or info@iaccenter.com
PENNINGTON

Workshop Series: Making the Decision to Adopt

Oct. 7, 7-9 P.M. Making this transition always involves both emotional & practical factors; feelings, fears, fantasies & facts involved in making this transition will be addressed. Spons. by IAC Center.

iaccenter.com/calendar/seasonal-highlights.asp
Joni 609-737-8750 or info@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

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

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

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

Oct. 2, 9 A.M.-12 P.M.; Dec. 8, 6:30-8:30 P.M. Spence-Chapin Services, 57 Union Pl.

908-522-0043
SUMMIT

Learn About Adoption

Oct. 20, 7 P.M., Preakness Baptist Church, 1441 Ratzer Rd. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.

www.afth.org
Melody 856-665-5655 or Melodyf@afth.org
WAYNE

NEW MEXICO

Family Activity

Sept. 11, 10 A.M -1P.M., Sedillo Park, Francisco De Avando St. Let's Play, interacting with our children. Snacks & drinks provided. Spons. by NM Fiesta Project.


SOCORRO

NEW YORK

Adoption Information Meeting

Sept. 11, 10 A.M. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about our programs and meet families & staff. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Lori Johnson 413-448-8367 or ljohnson@whfc.org
ALBANY

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

Oct. 23, Nov. 13, & Dec. 11, 10 A.M-1 P.M., Spence-Chapin Services, 410 E. 92nd St.

212-369-0300
MANHATTAN

International Information Meeting - Russia and Ethiopia

Nov. 19, 6-9 P.M., Spence-Chapin Services, 410 E. 92nd St.

212-369-0300
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

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

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

Oct 2, 10 A.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

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

International Adoption Seminar

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

Adoption Information Meeting

Oct. 2, 2-3:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, 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 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA

OREGON

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

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

PENNSYLVANIA

Learn About Adoption

Oct. 4, 2212 Union Blvd. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.

www.afth.org
Karen 610-432-2384 or KarenF@afth.org
ALLENTOWN

Learn About Adoption

Oct. 19, 1225 S. Main St, Ste 207. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.

www.afth.org
Katie 724-853-6533 or KatieH@afth.org
GREENSBURG

Learn About Adoption Meeting

Sept. 28, The Giant Community Ctr. Learn about our domestic programs & have your questions answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Amanda Klotz 717-232-1787 or AmandaK@afth.org
HARRISBURG

Open Adoption Seminar

Oct.3, 10 A.M.-4:30 P.M. Lower Moreland Township Comm. Rm, 625 Red Lion Rd. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

267-256-2235 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
HUNTINGDON VALLEY

Learn About Adoption

Sept. 23, AFTH Office. Learn about our domestic programs and have your questions answered by one of our social workers.

www.afth.org
Amanda Klotz 717-399-7766 or AmandaK@afth.org
LANCASTER

Transracial Adoption: Becoming a Multi-Racial Family

Sept. 14, 6-8:30 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Facilitator: Abby Ruder. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

267-256-2235 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA

Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting

Oct. 6 & Dec. 8, 6:30-8 P.M., 2100 Arch St. Learn about our programs & meet the staff. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

267-256-2235 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA

The Effects of Substance Use and Abuse During Pregnancy

Nov. 11, 6:30-8 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Facilitator: Dr. Susan Friedman Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

267-256-2235 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA

The Hospital Experience

Dec. 2, 6-8 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Facilitators: Meredith Rose, MSW, MPH & Michele LeMasney an adoptive parent. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

267-256-2235 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA

International Adoption Information Meeting

Oct. 6 & Dec. 13, 6:30-8 P.M., 2100 Arch St. Learn about our programs & meet the staff. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

Stefani Moon 267-256-2232 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA

Learn About Adoption

Oct. 12, 6:30 P.M., Centre Furnace Mansion, 1001 East College Ave. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.

www.afth.org
Amanda 717-399-7766 or AmandaK@afth.org
STATE COLLEGE

International Adoption Information Meeting

Nov. 4, 6:30-8 P.M., Tredyffrin Public Library, 582 Upper Gulf Rd. Learn about our programs & meet the staff. Registration required. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.

Stefani Moon 267-256-2232 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
STRAFFORD

Discover Domestic Adoption

Sept. 21, 7 P.M., 30-31 Hampstead Circle. Learn 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

Discover Domestic Adoption

Oct. 19, 7 P.M., 30-31 Hampstead Circle. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.

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

18th Annual Adoption Knowledge Affiliates Conference

Nov. 12-13, Keynote speakers; Dr. Ruth McRoy & Patricia Martinez Dorner, MA, LPC, LMFT.

aka@adoptionknowledge.org
AUSTIN

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

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

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

Free Adoption & Foster Care Conference

Sept. 25, 8 A.M.-3 P.M., Lake Pointe Church, 701 Interstate 30. Keynote speaker; Christopher Padbury. Free childcare (0 - 5th grade)& lunch. Registration ends Sept. 15

Andrew Steele 469-698-2200 or andrewsteele@verizon.net
ROCKWALL

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

VIRGINIA

Free Discover Domestic Adoption

Oct. 21, 1407 Stephanie Way, Ste H. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Nicole 757-361-0008 or VAreception@afth.org
CHESAPEAKE

Free Discover Domestic Adoption Meeting

Oct. 11, Tuckahoe Library, 1901 Starling Dr. Learn about our domestic programs & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers. Spons. by AFTH.

www.afth.org
Nicole 804-218-2569 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

International Adoption Meeting

Sept 27, 6:30-8:30 P.M., CHSFS Office, 6800 Versar Dr, Ste. 404.

www.chsfs.org
Sue Orban 301-562-6500 or intake@chsfs.org
SPRINGFIELD

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

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

Adoption Information Teleconferences

Aug. 18, 7 P.M., ET & Sept. 15, 12 P.M. ET. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about our programs. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Jessica Ellison 781-894-5330 or jellison@whfc.org
NATIONWIDE

Online Webinar

Sept. 27, 12-1 P.M.

www.chsfs.org
Deb Harder or Carol Wiens 800-952-9302 or intake@chsfs.org
ONLINE

Domestic Program Webinar

Oct. 5, 7 P.M. Learn about our agency & our domestic program. The focus of the webinar will be on our African-American & African-American/Biracial domestic program. Please register online. Spons. by Adoptions From the Heart.

www.afth.org
Karen 610-642-7200 or KarenD@afth.org
ONLINE

International Adoption Information Webinar

Nov. 18, 7 P.M., CT. Learn about international adoption, speak with an FTIA team member, & listen to adoptive families share their adoption experience. Spons. by FTIA.

www.ftia.org
Lou Ann Green 888-797-9900 or adopt@ftia.org
ONLINE

Educational Domestic and International Adoption Webinar

Sept. 8 & 14, & Oct 14, 1 P.M., Oct. 19, 8:30 P.M. Learn about the domestic & international adoption process. Registration is required. Spons. by BBAS.

www.bbas.org
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
ONLINE

Adopting From Ethiopia Teleconference

Sept. 21 & Oct. 19, 12 P.M., ET. Learn about adopting a child from Ethiopia & hear program details & updates. Participate in a live Q&A with staff & families. Spons. by WHFC.

Ruth 800-729-5330 or rstillman@whfc.org
ONLINE

China Special Children Adoption Program - Online Teleconference

Sept. 15, 7, P.M. Learn about our program from our staff & participate in a live Q&A. Find out if this program is right for you. Spons. by WHFC.

Ruth 800-729-5330 or rstillman@whfc.org
ONLINE

International Adoption Information Webinar

Sept. 16, & Oct. 21, 7 P.M. Oct. 12, 12 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

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