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: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:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240323T162345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T013256Z UID:41070-1731002400-1731006000@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.\n\n\nIt’s a relaxing and fun way for you and your child/children to do something adoption related during National Adoption Month.\n \nAfter registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar.\n \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/story-time-with-tapestry-books-5/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/7049317bfa6e2f87a3126df29b8c2c8e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T013256Z UID:40861-1730894400-1730898000@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-10/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/864033657491b45397f12cbc3ca1faed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T190834Z UID:40859-1730829600-1730836800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Navigating Open Adoption DESCRIPTION:Open to waiting families\, those who have already adopted\, especially for those who may be struggling with their own birth parent connection\n\n\nA webinar workshop where we address questions from participants\, as well as have discussion around maintaining the connection\, boundaries and the importance of communication etc. This workshop is open to waiting families or those who have already adopted\, especially for those who may be struggling with their own birth parent connection. \nWe welcome you to submit questions ahead of time as well. You are also able to pose and discuss your questions and comments during the live workshop. Please contact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com for more information. \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/navigating-open-adoption-4/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/cd135ab2dcd82db32b80e58c7bc93a3d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240813T180528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T130747Z UID:41317-1729792800-1729800000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Birth Parent Panel DESCRIPTION:A panel of birth parent speakers who have made adoption plans will share their stories.\n\n\nThis staff moderated panel will include a question-and-answer session with panel participants\, including questions from the audience. This workshop will provide genuine and real insight into the birth parent experience and demystify common birth parent myths. You won’t want to miss this! \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/birth-parent-panel-4/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1959d6e8a2143e38aaf56cabcbfd6aca.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240112T132319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T165207Z UID:40935-1729792800-1729800000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Birth Parent Panel DESCRIPTION:A panel of birth parent speakers who have made adoption plans will share their stories.\n\n\nThis staff moderated panel will include a question-and-answer session with panel participants\, including questions from the audience. This workshop will provide genuine and real insight into the birth parent experience and demystify common birth parent myths. You won’t want to miss this! \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/birth-parent-panel-3/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/4dbd95e7130c7ef52a8ef5e2a2dc95ff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T140621Z UID:40853-1729620000-1729627200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Exploring Your Adoption Options DESCRIPTION:Domestic infant! Domestic older child! International! Private Attorney! Foster Care! Private agency!\n\n\nThis workshop will allow you to hear from a variety of experts within the adoption community\, as the different adoption options are discussed. Perhaps you are in the midst of an adoption journey\, and are thinking about what other options are out there. Perhaps you have not officially started the formal process\, and want to learn more about your options. Either way\, this workshop is for you! \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/exploring-your-adoption-options-4/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/4cd24708d9910fc341860e4a16a0a840.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20201230T000329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T183749Z UID:39050-1729296000-1729468799@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:ANCHOR A-OK Educational Class\, Series 3 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. \n2024                 Series 3 \nSession A (in person) \nSaturday\, October 19        9:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday\, October 20         9:00 am – 12:30 pm \n  \nSession B (virtual) \nFriday\, November 1         5:15 pm – 9:00 pm \nSaturday\, November 2      9:00 am – 5:00 pm URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/anchor-a-ok-educational-class-series-3-virtual/ LOCATION:Adoption STAR Main Office\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T123000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240320T003247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T163728Z UID:41047-1728993600-1728995400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Join our Monthly Volunteer Committee! DESCRIPTION:Come and be a part of our awesome Volunteer Committee\, where we forces online to make a positive impact together! URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/join-our-monthly-volunteer-committee-7/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/655898ac3a8b67dc89096da8831b7c15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240110T161838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T161838Z UID:40928-1728410400-1728415800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Private Track Training DESCRIPTION:For clients of Adoption STAR who are currently in the Private Track Program\n\n\nAdoption STAR’s Agency Assisted Private Adoption Program\, often referred to as “Private Track\,” provides increased opportunities to adopt an infant. This creative and flexible program will teach you how to advertise yourself with the training\, guidance\, and support of the agency. With the world of infant adoption always changing\, the Private Track is a wonderful way to self-advocate and take active control of your adoption journey! \nYou must be accepted into Adoption STAR’s Private Track Program to attend this training. \nTo register contact Chris Fancher\, Office & Intake Manager\, at chris@adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/private-track-training-12/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20231229T153724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T152300Z UID:40803-1728410400-1728415800@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-43/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ad162a03b240f48c6d157215cc1239df.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T185438Z UID:40857-1727870400-1727874000@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-9/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/436800a368ead16dfef45a81fb89a9c3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T185438Z UID:40855-1727805600-1727812800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoption When You Have Children DESCRIPTION:Develop a better understanding of the impact of adoption has on your family unit.\n\n\nThis workshop for A-OK families is designed to help prospective adoptive parents develop a better understanding of the impact of adoption has on their family unit. Focus will be on understanding sibling relationships\, setting expectations\, rule and boundaries and how bringing another child into the home affects the family as a whole. \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/adoption-when-you-have-children/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/0d2711e4c01f4afb5e854c848f0e9ad6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20231229T153723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T193848Z UID:40801-1727287200-1727292600@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-42/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/f3b9e090f42ce958ac24c76e0b593eeb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T145146Z UID:40852-1726682400-1726687800@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-6/ 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:20240917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T123000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240320T003235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T145136Z UID:41046-1726574400-1726576200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Join our Monthly Volunteer Committee! DESCRIPTION:Come and be a part of our awesome Volunteer Committee\, where we forces online to make a positive impact together! URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/join-our-monthly-volunteer-committee-6/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/655898ac3a8b67dc89096da8831b7c15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T145650Z UID:40850-1725451200-1725454800@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-8/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/71c9093b43824340bd3ff151b8dd0a66.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240823 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240825 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20201229T174349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T183305Z UID:39036-1724371200-1724543999@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Pre-Parenthood Educational Class Session 3 (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. \n\n2024               Session 3 (in person) \nFriday\, August 23       5:45 pm – 8:45 pm \nSaturday\, August 24   9:00 am – 5:00 pm \n\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-3-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:20240820T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T105406Z UID:40849-1724169600-1724180400@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.\n \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-6/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240110T161749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T161749Z UID:40926-1723744800-1723750200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Private Track Training DESCRIPTION:For clients of Adoption STAR who are currently in the Private Track Program\n\n\nAdoption STAR’s Agency Assisted Private Adoption Program\, often referred to as “Private Track\,” provides increased opportunities to adopt an infant. This creative and flexible program will teach you how to advertise yourself with the training\, guidance\, and support of the agency. With the world of infant adoption always changing\, the Private Track is a wonderful way to self-advocate and take active control of your adoption journey! \nYou must be accepted into Adoption STAR’s Private Track Program to attend this training. \nTo register contact Chris Fancher\, Office & Intake Manager\, at chris@adoptionstar.com. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/private-track-training-11/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240112T132422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T180519Z UID:40937-1723656600-1723663800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Teen ACE (Adoptee Circle of Experience) (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:For Adoptee Teens Only Ages 13 – 18\n\n\nAdoptees ages 13 – 18 are welcome to join in on an interactive discussion on many hot topics such as school\, bullying\, prejudice\, the highs and lows of being an adoptee\, a son\, a daughter\, a sibling\, friend\, and student. Join us! \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/teen-ace-adoptee-circle-of-experience-virtual-2/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/0d65912f2d60394fc49a3a6f71278a23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20231229T153706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T213611Z UID:40799-1723140000-1723145400@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-41/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/60497e49237d2d319720cf7fcb270495.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T213611Z UID:40847-1723032000-1723035600@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-7/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/58a0936dac5386abe9024d92530badd8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240108T155212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T160616Z UID:40909-1722776400-1722787200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Annual Adoptive Family Summer Picnic (Buffalo\, NY Area) DESCRIPTION:Please join Adoption STAR adoptive families\, staff and their families\, for a spectacular afternoon!\n\n\nWelcome to the Annual Adoptive Family Summer Picnic in the Buffalo\, NY Area! Join us on Sun\, Aug 04\, 2024 at Ellicott Creek Park for a day of fun\, food\, and family. This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with other adoptive families in the area and enjoy a beautiful summer day outdoors. Bring your favorite picnic blanket and dishes to share as we come together to celebrate the bonds of adoption. Don’t forget sunscreen and your favorite outdoor games for a day of laughter and memories with your adoptive family community. \nFamilies who have adopted through Adoption STAR\, as well as those along the path to adopting are invited! \nThis event is rain or shine! We will communicate via email\, if the event is cancelled due to severe weather. \nVOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Please sign up HERE if interested. \nFor more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nSponsored by \nWells Fargo Advisors \nJohn Chiarenza URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/annual-adoptive-family-summer-picnic-buffalo-ny-area-3/ LOCATION:Ellicott Creek Park\, Shelter 8\, Tonawanda\, NY\, 14150\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/c6e0de479a24c9e5c6f57a5eab5e2ca8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240724T221927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T213506Z UID:41268-1722769200-1722787200@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Volunteer at Adoption STAR's Adoptive Family Summer Picnic DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Adoption STAR’s Adoptive Family Summer Picnic on August 4th at 3:00 PM – we need volunteers like you!\n\n\nVolunteer at Adoption STAR Summer Picnic \nJoin us at Ellicott Creek Park for a fun-filled day of helping out at our annual Adoptive Family Summer Picnic event! As a volunteer\, you’ll have the chance to assist with various activities\, from setting up to food organization and helping with Children’s Activities. It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and support a wonderful cause. Come be a part of this heartwarming event and make a difference in the lives of families and children. \nVolunteers are asked to arrive at Shelter #8 at 11 am. If you are unable to stay for the entire event\, the most needed help is 11am-1pm for set up. \nIf you have any questions contact kristin at kristin@adoptionstar.com or call 716-639-3900 URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/volunteer-at-adoption-stars-adoptive-family-summer-picnic/ LOCATION:Ellicott Creek Park\, Shelter 8\, Tonawanda\, NY\, 14150\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/0b2dd443b3b70dcd77e5e8fd870cf12d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240720 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20231228T184214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T184249Z UID:40776-1721260800-1721433599@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Families Rising Conference DESCRIPTION:Date: July 18 – 19\, 2024\nLocation: Virtual\nThe conference has sessions designed to inspire\, inform\, and encourage all members of the adoption community\, including adoptive parents raising children with special needs\, professionals seeking families for older children\, mental health or other professionals supporting adoptive and foster families\, international adoptive parents\, adopted persons\, and others with personal or professional connections to adoption. https://www.nacac.org/get-training/conference/ URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/families-rising-conference/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20231229T153705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T161954Z UID:40797-1721152800-1721158200@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-40/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/23e395d4c85b8977d8075f5e993a033b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T123000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240320T003235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T161930Z UID:41044-1721131200-1721133000@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Join our Monthly Volunteer Committee! DESCRIPTION:Come and be a part of our awesome Volunteer Committee\, where we forces online to make a positive impact together! URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/join-our-monthly-volunteer-committee-4/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/655898ac3a8b67dc89096da8831b7c15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20240104T155056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T173536Z UID:40845-1720612800-1720616400@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-6/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/463ec3832c27d460c100f8427e07dba4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20230112T183943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T184032Z UID:40186-1719360000-1719619199@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:National Council For Adoption Conference DESCRIPTION:Location: Fort Worth\, TX \nThe community of adoption professionals will gather to grow in understanding of adoption principles and root themselves within the adoption community. The National Adoption Conference gives you an opportunity to branch out of your comfort zone as you meet new colleagues and explore challenging\, innovative adoption concepts. Collaborate with practitioners and leaders from across the country through two and a half days of content-focused sessions to develop united goals for increased consistency and excellence in the field of adoption. Social work CEU will be available. \nhttp://adoptioncouncil.org/ URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/national-council-for-adoption-conference-2/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T161252 CREATED:20231229T153704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T133727Z UID:40795-1718733600-1718739000@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-39/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/8b15db7255a31fda994e77badfb6882d.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR