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UID:42308-1773252000-1773257400@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-59/
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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-58/
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UID:42299-1771525800-1771531200@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\nThese sessions are specific to birth parents who have made an adoption plan for their children. It 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-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20260204T061540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171637Z
UID:42297-1771351200-1771358400@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\nGrandparents\, parents\, aunts\, uncles\, siblings\, and friends are all impacted when a child or sibling group is adopted into their extended family. While adoptive parents often dedicate significant time to learning about the unique needs of children in the foster care system and the complexities of adoption\, extended family members may not have the same level of understanding. \nThis webinar addresses common questions and concerns extended family members may have\, offers insight into the typical experiences of children in foster care\, and provides practical strategies for helping a child successfully integrate into their new family. Extended family and close friends are encouraged to participate in Adoption STAR’s webinar to better prepare for welcoming an older child through adoption.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-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250108T052727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T051523Z
UID:41564-1764784800-1764790200@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-57/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250703T212815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T084538Z
UID:41988-1763663400-1763668800@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-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T180000
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CREATED:20250703T212815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T084538Z
UID:41987-1763661600-1763665200@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-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T200000
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CREATED:20250622T224219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T143543Z
UID:41955-1763488800-1763496000@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-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250410T195213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T133036Z
UID:41791-1763402400-1763409600@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 who are currently pursuing an additional nursing degree at Daemen University. The topics being discussed at this class will be home safety\, car seat safety\, immunizations\, and safe sleep. By attending\, clients currently in the midst of a home study will earn 2 hours towards the 6 hours of independent study they need. This workshop is open to all. \nPlease call 716-639-3900 or e-mail info@adoptionstar.com for more information. \nAfter registering you will receive instructions from Eventbrite on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/newborn-infant-care-class-webinar-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250703T212808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T064527Z
UID:41986-1762970400-1762974000@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-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250108T052727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T164525Z
UID:41563-1762365600-1762371000@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-56/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250622T224210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T164525Z
UID:41951-1762344000-1762347600@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-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250703T212758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T164524Z
UID:41985-1762279200-1762282800@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-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250813T095819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T193034Z
UID:42053-1761242400-1761249600@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/adoptive-parent-panel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250115T172834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T223029Z
UID:41621-1760637600-1760644800@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-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250115T172833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T044533Z
UID:41619-1760464800-1760472000@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-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250108T052725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T141522Z
UID:41561-1760032800-1760038200@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-55/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250523T131301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T131301Z
UID:41935-1759708800-1759967999@www.adoptionstar.com
SUMMARY:Families Rising (formerly known as NACAC) Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 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.
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/families-rising-formerly-known-as-nacac-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250622T224203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T151537Z
UID:41950-1758218400-1758225600@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-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250107T052629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T170055Z
UID:41547-1758045600-1758051000@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-54/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250102T160139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T162037Z
UID:41504-1757376000-1757462399@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 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 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-3/
LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
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SUMMARY:Pre-Parenthood Adoption Educational Classes\, Session 2
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 our adoption specialists 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  \nThe following are required classes for families pursuing a domestic infant adoption: \n2026          Session 2    \nFriday\, November 6        5:45 pm – 8:45 pm (in person) \nSaturday\, November 7    9:00 am – 12:30 pm (in person) \nTuesday\, November 10   6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual) \nThursday\, November 12 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (virtual)
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/pre-parenthood-adoption-educational-classes/
LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250703T212749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T115808Z
UID:41983-1755801000-1755806400@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-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250703T212748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T095728Z
UID:41981-1755108000-1755113400@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-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250109T052635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T115842Z
UID:41579-1754830800-1754841600@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 10\, 2025 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. \nFamilies who have adopted through Adoption STAR\, as well as those along the path to adopting are invited! \nA dish to pass is not required – but appreciated! Catered by Fat Bob’s Food Truck. \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!
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/annual-adoptive-family-summer-picnic-buffalo-ny-area-4/
LOCATION:Ellicott Creek Park\, Shelter 8\, Tonawanda\, NY\, 14150\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250107T052627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T044121Z
UID:41545-1754589600-1754595000@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-53/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250622T224203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T044122Z
UID:41948-1754416800-1754420400@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-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250622T224151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T044122Z
UID:41945-1754395200-1754398800@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-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250114T172641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T132805Z
UID:41608-1753207200-1753212600@www.adoptionstar.com
SUMMARY:Attachment-Focused Crisis Deescalation  With A-OK Family Advocates PART 2
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 webinar (PART 2 of 2) will focus on crisis management for families who are caring for youth with extensive trauma histories and disrupted attachments. This 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-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T181904
CREATED:20250107T052626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T222946Z
UID:41543-1752688800-1752694200@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-52/
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