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SUMMARY:Exploring Your Adoption Options
DESCRIPTION:Let’s dive into the world of adoption and explore all the options available to you!\n\n\nDomestic infant! Domestic older child! International! Private Attorney! Foster Care! Private agency! \nThis workshop will allow you to hear from a variety of experts 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-6/
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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-65/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T180000
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UID:42370-1791914400-1791921600@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-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
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UID:42321-1792087200-1792094400@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 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-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
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UID:42312-1792519200-1792526400@www.adoptionstar.com
SUMMARY:Adoptive Parent Panel
DESCRIPTION:With Adoption Specialist(s)\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. \nAfter signing up to attend\, you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar. For more information\, please contact us at 1-866-691-3300 or email at info@adoptionstar.com.
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/adoptive-parent-panel-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150051Z
UID:42332-1793124000-1793129400@www.adoptionstar.com
SUMMARY:Attachment-Focused Crisis Deescalation  With A-OK Family Advocates PART 1
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 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. This is a 2 part series. \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. \nREGISTER HERE FOR PART 2
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/attachment-focused-crisis-deescalation-with-a-ok-family-advocates-part-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T180000
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UID:42372-1793728800-1793732400@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\nThis the perfect event for families with children\, as adoption books geared towards children will be read. It’s a relaxing and fun way for you and your child/children to do something adoption related during National Adoption Month. \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. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE DATES!
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/story-time-with-tapestry-books-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T193000
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UID:42333-1793728800-1793734200@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\nPART 2 \nThis webinar 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. This is a 2 part series. REGISTER HERE FOR PART 1. \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-part-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T193000
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UID:42374-1793815200-1793820600@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-66/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T180000
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CREATED:20260211T213122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150052Z
UID:42386-1794506400-1794510000@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\nThis the perfect event for families with children\, as adoption books geared towards children will be read. It’s a relaxing and fun way for you and your child/children to do something adoption related during National Adoption Month. \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. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE DATES!
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/story-time-with-tapestry-books-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T190000
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CREATED:20260211T213122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150052Z
UID:42387-1795024800-1795028400@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\nThis the perfect event for families with children\, as adoption books geared towards children will be read. It’s a relaxing and fun way for you and your child/children to do something adoption related during National Adoption Month. \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. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE DATES!
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/story-time-with-tapestry-books-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T194026
CREATED:20260211T213122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150052Z
UID:42388-1795111200-1795118400@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\nThis class is for our clients who have finished the pre-parenthood or ANCHOR classes. We 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-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T183000
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UID:42419-1795113000-1795118400@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-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T194026
CREATED:20221128T175800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T115730Z
UID:40019-1796749200-1796756400@www.adoptionstar.com
SUMMARY:Birth Parent Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:This event is for Adoption STAR birth parents who may or may not be parenting other children. All birth parents and children in attendance will receive gifts from Santa.
URL:https://www.adoptionstar.com/event/birth-parent-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Adoption STAR\, 131 John Muir Drive\, Amherst\, NY\, 14228\, United States
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