BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Adoption Star - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Adoption Star X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Adoption Star REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T123000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20240227T121944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T180512Z UID:41011-1710849600-1710851400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Join our Volunteer Committee! DESCRIPTION:Come and be a part of our awesome Volunteer Committee\, where we forces online to make a positive impact together!\n\n\nCome and be a part of our awesome Volunteer Committee\, where we join forces online to make a positive impact together!Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you want to contribute to a cause that matters to you? Whether you have prior experience or are new to volunteering\, we welcome everyone who is enthusiastic and ready to make an impact!Volunteers are needed in a variety of capacities\, such as marketing\, obtaining donations\, set up/clean up\, registration\, assisting with silent auctions\, raffles\, etc. Your volunteer role is crucial to making our events successful — we couldn’t do it without you! If you have any questions about volunteering\, please contact Kristin at kristin@adoptionstar.com or call 716-639-3900. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/join-our-volunteer-committee-2/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ae545b2736b2a56cd6bb735de92eb941.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20240104T154951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T140425Z UID:40832-1710352800-1710358200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Financial Planning Webinar DESCRIPTION:New parents\, especially new adoptive parents\, need to consider several things related to the financial security & protection of their family\n\n\nNew parents\, especially new adoptive parents\, need to consider several things related to the financial security and protection of their family. This class is facilitated by an adoptive parent who is a financial advisor along with an estate planning attorney/financial advisor. They will introduce you to overall financial planning for your family’s future\, the Adoption Tax Credit\, estate planning\, and more. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \nVisit our website for additional event dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/financial-planning-webinar-5/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/add074dff43d4c121bf05ed6c872baa8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20240104T154950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T170440Z UID:40830-1709726400-1709730000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:A-OK Q&A Sessions DESCRIPTION:Exploring adoption of older children\n\n\nThose interested in Adoption STAR’s A-OK Program\, as well as those exploring adoption of older children can ask all questions relating to older child adoption. The Q&A is an informal opportunity to gain answers to everything you are wondering about as it relates to children being placed from foster care. \nAfter registering for this Q&A session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nTo register for future Q&A sessions click HERE URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/a-ok-qa-sessions-3/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d4ff3b7b9eab0e3c53f45f55e9ad0403.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20240104T154950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T122020Z UID:40828-1709056800-1709064000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Preparing Extended Family for Older Child Adoption DESCRIPTION:Grandparents\, parents\, aunts\, uncles\, siblings\, and friends are all impacted when a child or sibling group is adopted into their family\n\n\nAdoptive parents often spend a significant amount of time educating themselves about the unique needs of children in the foster care system and specific issues of adoption\, but what about other members of the extended family and community who may not understand the issues as well? This webinar will address common concerns extended family members may have\, present information on typical experiences of children in foster care\, and provide ways extended family can help integrate the child into their family. Extended family members are welcome and encouraged to participate in Adoption STAR’s webinar to better prepare them for an older child joining their lives through adoption. \nAfter registering you will receive instructions on how to join the online event.\n \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional events https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/preparing-extended-family-for-older-child-adoption-6/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/9f0f6944a9fa561b2fcdbbed3943328e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231229T153510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T073426Z UID:40787-1707847200-1707852600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session DESCRIPTION:Building Families Through Adoption\n\n\nBecome introduced to Adoption STAR’s A-OK (Adopt an Older Kid) program and the policies\, procedures\, and services offered to clients interested in adopting an older child. \nAfter registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional information session dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-star-online-adoption-information-session-35/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/07b00c389809189fb7d77e54da986fea.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231229T153509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T141949Z UID:40785-1707307200-1707310800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:A-OK Q&A Sessions DESCRIPTION:Exploring adoption of older children\n\n\nThose interested in Adoption STAR’s A-OK Program\, as well as those exploring adoption of older children can ask all questions relating to older child adoption. The Q&A is an informal opportunity to gain answers to everything you are wondering about as it relates to children being placed from foster care. \nAfter registering for this Q&A session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nTo register for future Q&A sessions click HERE URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/a-ok-qa-sessions-2/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/37b0124388ec60046cbc3ed9a2916037.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20240104T154940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T211923Z UID:40826-1706119200-1706126400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Race and Racism Through The Voices of Transracial Adoptees DESCRIPTION:Zack Fried will lead an interactive conversation amongst a panel of transracial adoptees.\n\n\nZack Fried will lead an interactive conversation amongst a panel of transracial adoptees and attendees\, focusing on the topic of navigating race and racism. Growing up within a transracial adoption comes with its own complexities\, and those extend into adulthood when we take a look at what’s going on in the world around us. This candid conversation will touch on the issues people of color face every day\, and how one can navigate those issues while holding on to a positive self-identity. Join the conversation\, and hear what these powerful voices have to offer! \nProspective adoptive parents who are clients of Adoption STAR are eligible to receive additional hours toward their educational requirements when they attend any of these workshops. Clients who have already adopted and non-clients are also welcomed. Please remember to let the agency know you are attending! \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/race-and-racism-through-the-voices-of-transracial-adoptees-8/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/8f94b688994d47466001b16bb4ece182.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240110T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240110T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20240109T234643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T234643Z UID:38094-1704909600-1704915000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session DESCRIPTION:Become introduced the Adoption STAR agency and the agency’s policies and procedures\, including the many services and programs we offer. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \n  URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-star-online-adoption-information-session-45/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231229T153509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T204218Z UID:40783-1704888000-1704891600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:A-OK Q&A Sessions DESCRIPTION:Exploring adoption of older children\n\n\nThose interested in Adoption STAR’s A-OK Program\, as well as those exploring adoption of older children can ask all questions relating to older child adoption. The Q&A is an informal opportunity to gain answers to everything you are wondering about as it relates to children being placed from foster care. \nAfter registering for this Q&A session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nTo register for future Q&A sessions click HERE URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/a-ok-qa-sessions/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/106f2c50dadc011e2f9fa7eab5d819d8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231205T115515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T115516Z UID:40734-1701889200-1701892800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Older Child Adoption Live Virtual Q&A Sessions DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, December 6\, Adoption STAR will host TWO free live\, virtual Older Child Adoption Q & A sessions\, at noon and at 7:00 pm.\n\n\nOn Wednesday\, December 6\, Adoption STAR will host TWO free live\, virtual Older Child Adoption Q & A sessions\, at noon and at 7:00 pm. \nThese are informal discussions to answer any questions you may have. They are NOT required for the home study approval process\, but are strongly encouraged!We will share everything you need to know about becoming an approved Adoptive Home with Adoption STAR\, and answering any questions you may have. These are hour-long informational gatherings that highlight: \n\nAn overview of preparing for and being an adoptive parent\nWhat you can expect when embarking on your home study journey\nWho are the youth in foster care?\n\nWhether adopting has been on your mind lately\, you are ready to get started soon\, or are planning for a journey in the future\, these live sessions are geared for you! \nAfter signing up to attend\, you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. For more information\, please contact us at 1-866-691-3300 or email us at info@adoptionstar.com. \nOne can register at any point leading up to the event! \nWe look forward to seeing you! URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/older-child-adoption-live-virtual-qa-sessions/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/a566efb29e6de65e5e5dfa17d8274bfc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231113T201739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T164540Z UID:40696-1701889200-1701892800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Older Child Adoption Live Virtual Q&A Session 2 DESCRIPTION:Informal discussion to answer any questions you may have. They are NOT required for the home study approval process\, but are strongly encouraged! \nWe will share everything you need to know about becoming an approved Adoptive Home with Adoption STAR\, and answering any questions you may have. These are hour-long informational gatherings that highlight: \n\nAn overview of preparing for and being an adoptive parent\nWhat you can expect when embarking on your home study journey\nWho are the youth in foster care?\n\nWhether adopting has been on your mind lately\, you are ready to get started soon\, or are planning for a journey in the future\, these live sessions are geared for you!One can register at any point leading up to the event! We look forward to seeing you! \nAfter signing up to attend\, you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. For more information\, please contact us at 1-866-691-3300 or email us at info@adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/foster-care-adoption-live-virtual-qa-session-2/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231205T115514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T115516Z UID:40732-1701864000-1701867600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Older Child Adoption Live Virtual Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, December 6\, Adoption STAR will host TWO free live\, virtual Foster Care/Adoption Q & A sessions\, at noon and at 7:00 pm.\n\n\nOn Wedneday\, December 6\, Adoption STAR will host TWO free live\, Older Child Adoption Q & A sessions\, at noon and at 7:00 pm. \nThese are informal discussions to answer any questions you may have. They are NOT required for the home study approval process\, but are strongly encouraged!We will share everything you need to know about becoming an approved Adoptive Home with Adoption STAR\, and answering any questions you may have. These are hour-long informational gatherings that highlight: \n\nAn overview of preparing for and being an adoptive parent\nWhat you can expect when embarking on your home study journey\nWho are the youth in foster care?\n\nWhether adopting has been on your mind lately\, you are ready to get started soon\, or are planning for a journey in the future\, these live sessions are geared for you! \nAfter signing up to attend\, you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. For more information\, please contact us at 1-866-691-3300 or email us at info@adoptionstar.com. \nOne can register at any point leading up to the event! \nWe look forward to seeing you! URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/older-child-adoption-live-virtual-qa-session/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/517572ecdb6609721669dbc56f9b2dfe.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20231201T163019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T164150Z UID:40720-1701864000-1701867600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Older Child Adoption Live Virtual Q&A Session 1 DESCRIPTION:On Wedneday\, December 6\, Adoption STAR will host TWO free live\, Older Child Adoption Q & A sessions\, at noon and at 7:00 pm. \nThese are informal discussions to answer any questions you may have. They are NOT required for the home study approval process\, but are strongly encouraged!\nWe will share everything you need to know about becoming an approved Adoptive Home with Adoption STAR\, and answering any questions you may have. These are hour-long informational gatherings that highlight: \n\nAn overview of preparing for and being an adoptive parent\nWhat you can expect when embarking on your home study journey\nWho are the youth in foster care?\n\nWhether adopting has been on your mind lately\, you are ready to get started soon\, or are planning for a journey in the future\, these live sessions are geared for you! \nAfter signing up to attend\, you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. For more information\, please contact us at 1-866-691-3300 or email us at info@adoptionstar.com. \nOne can register at any point leading up to the event! \nWe look forward to seeing you! URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/older-child-adoption-live-virtual-qa-session-1/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T190000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230107T081937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T120457Z UID:40127-1701273600-1701284400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Attachment-Focused Crisis Deescalation With A-OK Family Advocates DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on crisis management for families who are caring for youth with extensive trauma histories and disrupted attachments\n\n\nThis training will provide the framework for how we heal through relationships and how we can best respond to a dysregulated child in a nurturing way that doesn’t jeopardize their attachment and trust. Practical techniques and interventions will be provided to help parents feel well-equipped and confident in managing any behavioral crisis in the home. This training is beneficial for families preparing to parent an older child and ones who have already taken placement—all A-OK Families are highly encouraged to participate in the webinar. \nAfter registering you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for event dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/attachment-focused-crisis-deescalation-with-a-ok-family-advocates-4/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230107T081937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164256Z UID:40125-1700157600-1700164800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Blue Rose Meeting DESCRIPTION:This session is specific to birth parents who have made an adoption plan for their children.\n\n\nIt is a safe place to talk about your personal experiences\, emotions\, challenges and triumphs. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \nVisit our website for event dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/blue-rose-meeting-9/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/bbb6facce1a3ad8462f02c3f62b1d73d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230112T193201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164256Z UID:40223-1700071200-1700078400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption Forum: Getting Your Family Involved in Your Adoption Journey DESCRIPTION:This class is for our clients who have finished the pre-parenthood or ANCHOR classes\n\n\nWe welcome you to extend the invitation to one or more family member and/or friends to learn more about adoption. Now the important people in your life will be introduced to many of the subjects you have already learned about! A panel of adoption professionals will introduce the process that you have gone through to receive a home study\, including the classes. The panel will address questions from your family members and friends. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \nTo view future events go to adoptionstar.com/event-directory URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-forum-getting-your-family-involved-in-your-adoption-journey-3/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/f1e7d108728cf6928c9d8dfad4c871dc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164252Z UID:40176-1699984800-1699992000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Preparing Extended Family for Older Child Adoption DESCRIPTION:Grandparents\, parents\, aunts\, uncles\, siblings\, and friends are all impacted when a child or sibling group is adopted into their family\n\n\nAdoptive parents often spend a significant amount of time educating themselves about the unique needs of children in the foster care system and specific issues of adoption\, but what about other members of the extended family and community who may not understand the issues as well? This webinar will address common concerns extended family members may have\, present information on typical experiences of children in foster care\, and provide ways extended family can help integrate the child into their family. Extended family members are welcome and encouraged to participate in Adoption STAR’s webinar to better prepare them for an older child joining their lives through adoption. \nAfter registering you will receive instructions on how to join the online event.\n \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional events https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/preparing-extended-family-for-older-child-adoption-5/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20221114T094220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T201440Z UID:40005-1699898400-1699905600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Newborn/Infant Care Class (Webinar) DESCRIPTION:Adoption STAR is offering a newborn/infant care class that is open to the agency’s prospective adoptive parents!\n\n\nThe class will be facilitated by a group of practicing nurses that are currently pursuing an additional nursing degree at Daemen College.  By attending\, clients currently in the midst of a home study will earn 2 hours towards the 6 hours of independent study they need. Topics for discussion will include bathing\, feeding\, swaddling and more. \nPlease call 716-639-3900 or e-mail info@adoptionstar.com for more information. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/newborn-infant-care-class-webinar-3/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20211217T064552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T215900Z UID:39628-1699696800-1699700400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Story Time with Tapestry Books DESCRIPTION:This the perfect event for families with children\, as adoption books geared towards children will be read. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/story-time-with-tapestry-books-4/ LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/91bed69354841ba6a5bf8a83fd359901.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230112T193150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164252Z UID:40221-1699466400-1699473600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Diagnoses 101 DESCRIPTION:This workshop will introduce\, describe\, and provide information on the most common conditions identified for children in care\n\n\nThe information provided will help familiarize waiting adoptive parents with common terms\, conditions\, and needs described in the records of children in foster and group care. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \nTo view future events go to adoptionstar.com/event-directory URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/diagnoses-101/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164252Z UID:40173-1699466400-1699471800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session DESCRIPTION:Building Families Through Adoption\n\n\nBecome introduced the Adoption STAR agency and the agency’s policies and procedures\, including the many services and programs we offer. \nAfter registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional information session dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. \nREGISTER HERE FOR UPCOMING SESSIONS URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-star-online-adoption-information-session-33/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/7e27edeb8a6f061577bf063a51ed0468.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231105 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20201229T175332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T125657Z UID:39042-1698969600-1699142399@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Pre-Parenthood Educational Class Session 6 (in person) DESCRIPTION:For those pursuing a domestic infant adoption \nThe pre-parenthood adoption classes listed here are specific to those considering the adoption of a child NOT in foster care in the U.S.\, through the domestic infant programs. Families are provided with the information and preparation necessary to assess communication\, exploring child development\, understanding of the adoption process\, legal aspects related to adoption\, etc. \nFor clients enrolled in the domestic infant program will obtain at least 21 hours of adoption education prior to adopting. You will receive 11.5 hours once you have attended the educational series\, known as\, Adoption is a Lifelong Process. The other hours are obtained through meetings with your family advocates and social worker as well as through independent study where clients are provided with a chart to assist them in obtaining these additional hours of pre-adoption preparation. \nFriday\, November 3rd – 5:45 pm – 8:45 pm \nSaturday\, November 4th – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm \nReserve your spot now as a limited number of people are accepted for each weekend. Must be a client to attend. Please contact your family advocate for more information. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/pre-parenthood-educational-class-session-6-virtual/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T190000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20211217T064550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T220114Z UID:39626-1698948000-1698951600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Story Time with Tapestry Books (Online) DESCRIPTION:This the perfect event for families with children\, as adoption books geared towards children will be read. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/story-time-with-tapestry-books-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/91bed69354841ba6a5bf8a83fd359901.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20201230T002434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T093108Z UID:39054-1698451200-1698537599@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:ANCHOR A-OK Educational Class\, Series 5 DESCRIPTION:For those pursuing the domestic adoption of an older child or an international adoption \nThe A-OK educational classes are referred to as ANCHOR (Attach\, Nurture\, Commit\, Healing\, Open-minded\, Resilience). They are specific to those considering the adoption of an older child or children. The classes give attendees a great deal of information that prepares them for adopting a child waiting in the United States foster care system or out of country care. Families are given the opportunity to assess personal interest\, readiness\, and commitment to adopt an older child. If you are considering the adoption of a waiting child or a child from another country\, this is for you. Due to the preparation necessary for adoption through the foster care system or coming to the United States from another country\, training consists of two parts (A and B) for a total of 23 classroom hours. You must sign up for one A (full session) and one B (full session). Preference is for you to sign up for parts A & B listed together. However\, if you are unable to attend for example\, part B in the first series\, you may attend part B in another series. You must attend part A before part B. \nFor those enrolled in the A-OK program\, a total of 38.5 hours are required prior to being matched with a child. 23 hours are received after attending training sessions A and B. The A-OK program provides you with quality time with your family advocate and social workers (specialists in the field of older child adoption) to help you gain additional educational hours. You will also be provided with a series of assignments that you do independently which will assist in achieving the required hours of pre-adoption preparation. \n2023                Series 5 \nSession A \nSaturday\, October 28        9:00 am – 5:00 pm\nSunday\, October 29          9:00 am  – 12:30 pm \nSession B \nFriday\, November 10           5:15 pm – 9:00 pm\nSaturday\, November 11        9:00 am – 5:00 pm URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/anchor-a-ok-educational-class-series-5-virtual/ LOCATION:Adoption STAR’s Main Office\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230107T081935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T133322Z UID:40121-1698343200-1698348600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Financial Planning Webinar DESCRIPTION:New parents\, especially new adoptive parents\, need to consider several things related to the financial security & protection of their family\n\n\nFacilitated by Brittiny Razzano\, Esq. \nNew parents\, especially new adoptive parents\, need to consider several things related to the financial security and protection of their family. This class is facilitated by an adoptive parent who is a financial advisor along with an estate planning attorney/financial advisor. They will introduce you to overall financial planning for your family’s future\, the Adoption Tax Credit\, estate planning\, and more. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \nVisit our website for additional event dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/financial-planning-webinar-4/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/add074dff43d4c121bf05ed6c872baa8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164237Z UID:40168-1697652000-1697659200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Waiting Families Meeting DESCRIPTION:Waiting families virtual support meeting\n\n\nWe recognize that this is a stressful and overwhelming time for you and would like to hold a virtual support meeting for our waiting families. Our hope is to have a safe space where you can connect with one another around the unique challenges you may be facing right now\, as well as some helpful ways to cope with this time. \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. For more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/waiting-families-meeting-3/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/b6e3eeb0e42e44bf35ba2a4eac5468fd.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164237Z UID:40166-1697565600-1697571000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session DESCRIPTION:Building Families Through Adoption\n\n\nBecome introduced to Adoption STAR’s A-OK (Adopt an Older Kid) program and the policies\, procedures\, and services offered to clients interested in adopting an older child. \nAfter registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional information session dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-star-online-adoption-information-session-32/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/bcd1876dc5c10911b4e050a488cc7973.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164237Z UID:40164-1695924000-1695929400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session DESCRIPTION:Building Families Through Adoption\n\n\nBecome introduced the Adoption STAR agency and the agency’s policies and procedures\, including the many services and programs we offer. \nAfter registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional information session dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. \nREGISTER HERE FOR UPCOMING SESSIONS URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-star-online-adoption-information-session-31/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/846c251f2c0e4676e5a618b9db01360d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T162323Z UID:40160-1695146400-1695153600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Preparing Extended Family for Older Child Adoption DESCRIPTION:Grandparents\, parents\, aunts\, uncles\, siblings\, and friends are all impacted when a child or sibling group is adopted into their family\n\n\nAdoptive parents often spend a significant amount of time educating themselves about the unique needs of children in the foster care system and specific issues of adoption\, but what about other members of the extended family and community who may not understand the issues as well? This webinar will address common concerns extended family members may have\, present information on typical experiences of children in foster care\, and provide ways extended family can help integrate the child into their family. Extended family members are welcome and encouraged to participate in Adoption STAR’s webinar to better prepare them for an older child joining their lives through adoption. \nAfter registering you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional events https://www.adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/preparing-extended-family-for-older-child-adoption-4/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T110250 CREATED:20230110T204455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T200605Z UID:40162-1694541600-1694547000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session DESCRIPTION:Building Families Through Adoption\n\n\nBecome introduced to Adoption STAR’s A-OK (Adopt an Older Kid) program and the policies\, procedures\, and services offered to clients interested in adopting an older child. \nAfter registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. \nContact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional information session dates https://www.adoptionstar.com. \nREGISTER HERE FOR UPCOMING SESSIONS URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-star-online-adoption-information-session-30/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/90f5f81810aeb57be163c446a0ce54e8.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR