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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 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:20250517T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T233000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250513T165929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T170822Z UID:41858-1747440000-1747524600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Celebrating a Silver Anniversary! DESCRIPTION:Basket raffle and silent auction fundraiser URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/celebrating-a-silver-anniversary/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/c68b0269efc47b6992fc2b90cbba7fa1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250107T052623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T170822Z UID:41539-1747332000-1747337400@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-50/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1e0194b8b7735871bd08ebc711eb2216.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250430 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250102T155200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T161958Z UID:41499-1745884800-1745971199@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:ANCHOR A-OK Educational Classes\, Series 2 DESCRIPTION:For those pursuing the domestic adoption of an older child or an international adoption \nThe A-OK and international 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. \nDue to the preparation necessary for adoption through the foster care system or coming to the United States from another country\, training consists a total of 28 classroom hours. You must attend the entire series (the in-person and virtual components). \n2025 Series 2\nTuesday\, April 29             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 1             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nSaturday\, May 3             1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (in person)\nSunday\, May 4             9:00 am – 1:00 pm (in person)\nTuesday\, May 6             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 8             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, May 13             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 15             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, May 20             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 22             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual) \n2025 Series 3\nTuesday\, September 9             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, September 11             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nSaturday\, September 13             1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (in person)\nSunday\, September 14             9:00 am – 1:00 pm (in person)\nTuesday\, September 16             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, September 18             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, September 23             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, September 25             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, September 30             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, October 2             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual) URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/anchor-educational-classes-series-2/ LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T190000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250302T111431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T151954Z UID:41716-1744912800-1744916400@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-16/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/6523b04a263c7690cb0ac56a017e5734.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T130000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250302T111430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T151954Z UID:41714-1744891200-1744894800@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-15/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/c9870b830d8724f96746bdda7b4f67f0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250114T172640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T151954Z UID:41607-1744826400-1744833600@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Adoptive Parent Panel DESCRIPTION:With A-OK Family Advocates\n\n\nThis panel will consist of adoptive parents who have adopted children through Adoption STAR’s A-OK program. The panel will provide an opportunity for prospective parents to hear the experiences\, beautiful and difficult moments\, and advice from those who have successfully adopted older children. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoption-parent-panel/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/07d139dc63722621cb959bb89a6fdf12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250130T191201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T210532Z UID:41658-1744653600-1744660800@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-7/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/f6c7a33097199f70d15707a816004d51.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250107T052617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T195017Z UID:41537-1744308000-1744313400@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-49/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3d39be4e4490da78005b63583760a55c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250114T172635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T153515Z UID:41606-1744135200-1744140600@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 and those who have already adopted\, especially for those who may be struggling with their own birth parent connection. Examples of topics to be covered are approaching visits with birth family\, discussing the difficult things\, and boundaries. \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-5/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T120000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240219T220131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T180425Z UID:41001-1743847200-1743854400@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Healing-Centered and Attachment-Focused Caregiving DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Samantha VanHout\, Ph.D \nSimilar to TBRI\, this training will provide psycho-education about trauma\, emotion\, regulation\, and attachment\, as well as effective parenting strategies to utilize with your unique child(ren). There will also be opportunities to problem solve around specific concerns and situations you are currently dealing with or anticipate occurring. This training will run for two hours each Saturday (dates below) and will be held via Zoom. The fee for this training is $125 per family\, and we have a strict cap of 8 families. Registration is first come\, first served. Please only register if you are able to attend all 6 dates. \nSessions will be held on the following Saturdays from 10am to 12pm: \n4/5\, 4/12\, 4/26\, 5/3 \, 5/10 and 5/17 \nPlease reach out to Nicole Cummins (nicole@adoptionstar.com) with any questions about the training or registration. URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/healing-centered-and-attachment-focused-caregiving-2/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250110T172651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T154926Z UID:41589-1742925600-1742932800@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Race and Racism Through The Voices of Transracial Adoptees DESCRIPTION:A Layered and Open Discussion. 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! \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-10/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/0145f037ad863cf911bd87840466a4e3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250107T052617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T112846Z UID:41536-1741802400-1741807800@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-48/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/7e27edeb8a6f061577bf063a51ed0468.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250107T052616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T044130Z UID:41534-1740506400-1740513600@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-9/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ae19fa86ef42372dbc6a4992aa370f8b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250115T172655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T044117Z UID:41610-1740076200-1740081600@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-10/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/76eaf61d9c1d45b2c1af357d25d17bb3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20201228T205312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T191718Z UID:39019-1739577600-1739663999@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:ANCHOR A-OK Educational Classes\, Series 1 DESCRIPTION:For those pursuing the domestic adoption of an older child or an international adoption \nThe A-OK and international 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. \nDue to the preparation necessary for adoption through the foster care system or coming to the United States from another country\, training consists a total of 28 classroom hours. You must attend the entire series (the in-person and virtual components). \n2025 Series 1 \nSaturday\, February 15        9:00 am – 5:00 pm (in person)\nSunday\, February 16          9:00 am – 1:00 pm (in person)\nFriday\, February 28           5:15 pm – 9:00 pm (virtual)\nSaturday\, March 1            9:00 am – 5:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, March 4             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (PANEL – virtual) \n2025 Series 2\nTuesday\, April 29             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 1             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nSaturday\, May 3             1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (in person)\nSunday\, May 4             9:00 am – 1:00 pm (in person)\nTuesday\, May 6             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 8             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, May 13             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 15             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, May 20             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, May 22             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual) \n2025 Series 3\nTuesday\, September 9             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, September 11             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nSaturday\, September 13             1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (in person)\nSunday\, September 14             9:00 am – 1:00 pm (in person)\nTuesday\, September 16             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, September 18             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, September 23             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, September 25             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nTuesday\, September 30             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)\nThursday\, October 2             5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual) URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/anchor-a-ok-educational-class-series-1-session-a-virtual/ LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250209 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20201229T235445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T160612Z UID:39046-1738886400-1739059199@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Pre-Parenthood Educational Class Session 1 (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. \n2025 Session 1 (in person)\nFriday\, February 7 5:45 pm – 8:45 pm\nSaturday\, February 8 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-8-virtual/ LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T190000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250110T172630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T191136Z UID:41586-1738778400-1738782000@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-14/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/e561af090cd4d8ca4bb116b4f2e1cbba.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T130000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250110T172628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T191136Z UID:41584-1738756800-1738760400@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-13/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/a780ea882a872175c839a46401fc521a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250107T052613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T191135Z UID:41532-1738692000-1738697400@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-47/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/5b84cfeb9be3e08e617c37920a0daeb1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20250104T052632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T052617Z UID:41526-1736359200-1736364600@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-46/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dc43bba44ea05c3de20a5e624dba2534.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240110T161935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T161935Z UID:40930-1734026400-1734031800@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-13/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240104T155320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T181134Z UID:40865-1733932800-1733943600@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-7/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240104T155321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T175657Z UID:40870-1733421600-1733428800@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-9/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/de25fa3e28f1cb26f4ba055286fe65ae.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240104T155321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T175657Z UID:40868-1733313600-1733317200@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-11/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/45f44f25adae3a9930e913f17d27914f.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240104T155320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T140734Z UID:40866-1732212000-1732219200@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-4/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/72b08e233c31df27ae06023c3fd1fe1a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T190000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240323T162350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T140734Z UID:41072-1732125600-1732129200@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-6/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/385dd20d95d0e88cbfbbafd21b8b822d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T193000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20231229T153725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T140734Z UID:40805-1732039200-1732044600@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-44/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ba4aadd52872421e06144c71c7cdda29.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T123000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240320T003247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T140731Z UID:41048-1732017600-1732019400@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-8/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/655898ac3a8b67dc89096da8831b7c15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241117 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20201229T174705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T183444Z UID:39038-1731628800-1731801599@www.adoptionstar.com SUMMARY:Pre-Parenthood Educational Class Session 4 (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. \n2024                Session 4 (in person) \nFriday\, November 15        5:45 pm – 8:45 pm \nSaturday\, November 16    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-4-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:20241112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000 DTSTAMP:20260606T171128 CREATED:20240104T155304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T233824Z UID:40863-1731434400-1731441600@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-8/ LOCATION:NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.adoptionstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/e22de70418193c8d318c4f13ce0ed6dc.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR