Meets 1st Wed./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A faith based training & support group for foster & adoptive families. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Families.

Classes offered monthly. Learn everything you need to know about adopting through the State of Alaska Office of Children's Services. Topics will include; ICWA laws, subsidies, legal free vs legal risk adoption, home studies & family preparation.

3rd Wed./mo., 6:30 P.M., Claim Jumper, 3063 W. Agua Fria Freeway (101 Freeway, Deer Valley Center). Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona.

3rd Mon./mo., 6:30 P.M., California Pizza Kitchen (Tempe Marketplace), 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona.

Jan. 12 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, + upcoming opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services.

Jan. 19, 6-7:30 P.M., Jones Ctr. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, + upcoming opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services. Spons. by Dillon Int'l.

Please contact us for meetings & locations. Spons. by Sweet Beginnings Adoption Services

3rd Wed./mo. Learn about the benefits of adopting a local child & the ins and outs of adopting a foster child. RSVP. Spons. by Lilliput Children's Services.

Meets 1st Sat./mo., 12-2 P.M. Sponsored by Los Angeles Affiliate of the Southwest Region of RESOLVE.

Mar. 18-21, Sheraton Grand, 1230 J St. Voices of Adoption: Speaking our Truth, Restoring our Rights. AAC in conjunction with PACER.

Every other Wed., 6:30-9 P.M. For those who are considering or are in the process of adopting a child. Spons. by San Diego affiliate of RESOLVE Southwest Region.

Adoptive families, adult adoptees, families waiting to adopt, & birthparents meet monthly, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., last Sat./mo., Jan.-Oct. Live Oak Family Resource Center, 1438 Capitola Road.

Tues. evenings, 6-8 P.M. 1838 Eastman Ave. Suite 100. Information meetings on how to become a Foster-Adopt Parent! Open your heart & home to a child in need & help create lifelong connections through the power of family.

Nov. 12, 9 A.M. - 1 P.M., Adams County Justice Ctr, 1100 Judicial Ctr Dr. Adams County, in conjunction with the 17th Adams County Judicial District will be celebrating with our children & families. We anticipate finalizing approx. 20 adoptions.

Support group for families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia. Meets 1st Tues. or Wed. each month (changes each month), 7-9 P.M., 899 Logan St.

3rd/Thurs every month. First Presbyterian Church, 531 S.College Ave. Thousands of children worldwide wait for families to call their own. Come learn about international adoption, country specific programs. RSVP required.

Dec. 7, 7–9 P.M., Family & Children’s Agency, 151 New Park Ave. Learn about domestic & international adoption. Registration required.

Dec. 10; 6:30–8:30 P.M., Family & Children’s Agency, 9 Mott Ave. Learn about domestic & international adoption. Registration is required.

1st Tues./mo., 7 P.M., Rocky Hill Office, 2139 Silas Deane Highway, Suite 201. Learn about your adoption options, both domestic and international. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of New England. Free, no obligation. Please call to reserve your space 24 hours in advance.

First Thurs./mo., 7 P.M., Borders Books & Music stores in Waterford, Milford, and Manchester. A Connecticut Adoption and Family Services worker will explain different types of adoption and offer a step-by-step outline to adopting a child, Includes domestic, international, and adopting from foster care in CT.

Dec. 2, 6:30-8:30 P.M., WHFC's office, 312 Park Rd., Ste 201. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption & meet our families & staff. Please register.

Held frequently. Learn about the adoption process. Need to register. Spons. by WHFC

Nov. 21, 9 A.M. - 3 P.M., Delaware Technical & Comm. College(Terry Campus). Activities will include workshops, lunch, child care, exhibits & entertainment. Delaware's Heart Gallery will be displayed, & both waiting children & families formed through adoption will be featured.

Jan. 13, Dover Public Library. Learn about all of our adoption programs currently accepting applications. Spons. by AFTH.

Jan. 19, Learn about all of our adoption programs currently accepting applications. Spons. by AFTH.

Classes geared for adopting parents & specific adoption circumstances. $100 Fee. Taught by a nurse certified as a child care educator. Spons. by Families for Private Adoption.

Dec. 12, 9:30-11:30 A.M., Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Pkwy. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.

Nov. 20, 12-4 P.M., 10051 County Rd. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with carnival-type games, community provider booths, DJ, karaoke & a free lunch. Spons. by Children's Home Society of FL.

Nov. 21, & Dec. 19, 10:45 A.M. - 12:45 P.M., Vinings Library, 4290 Paces Ferry Rd, N.W. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.

Spons. by Hawaii International Child & held at their Honolulu offices, 1st Tues./mo., 5:30-7 P.M. All families wanting an introduction to their adoption programs are welcome to attend. RSVP. Info on Parenting, CPR, & other classes available.

3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 103 S. Country Fair Dr. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Dec. 6, 2-4 P.M., Kishwaukee Hospital. Learn about international adoptions, domestic infant adoptions, & DCFS waiting children adoptions. Spons. by Children's Home & Aid Society of Illinois.

2nd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1616 Main St. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks and child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Meets last Wed./mo., 7-9 P.M., Lutheran General Hospital, 1700 Luther Lane. Spons. by RESOLVE - Great Lakes Region.

3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI office, 4709 44th Street, Suite 1. Open to all parents who have adopted, are in the process of adopting, or anyone thinking of adopting. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of IL.

1st Mon./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 321 W. State St., 4th Floor. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

4th Wed./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 3000 Rohmann Ave. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks and child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Mar. 5 & 6, Courtyard by Marriott, 2405 SE Creekview Dr. Families are invited to come & meet other foster/adoptive families for a fun & informative weekend of training, networking, good food & prizes.

Nov. 21, 9 A.M., Adoption finalizations, approx. 40 children at the Wyandotte, Johnson, Leavenworth, & Franklin County Courthouses. A celebration will follow at the Ball Conference Ctr for all families who have finalized an adoption.

Feb. 26-27, Southern Seminary, 2825 Lexington Rd. Speakers; Russell Moore, Justin Taylor, David Platt, & Jedd Medefind. Music by Andrew Peterson.

Nov. 21, 11 A.M., 8585 Archives Ave Ste. 210. Celebrate the children that are waiting for an adoptive placement. Spons. by Baton Rouge Region OCS.

5:30 P.M. on the first Mon. of every month. 5917 Jones Creek Rd. Suite 100B. Free informational seminar. We cover both Domestic & International Adoptions.

Nov. 21, 5:30 -8:30 P.M., Louisiana Children's Museum 420 Julia St. Adoptions will be finalized followed by refreshments & entertainment. All foster care children are invited to participate at the Children's Museum.

Nov. 21, 9 A.M., 100 N. Calvert St. Baltimore City Dept of Social Serv. & Baltimore City Court officials, and other partners will continue their tradition of paying homage to adoption by celebration adopted children and their families with a special finalizaton ceremony.

Mar. 17-20. Medical Institute, Annual, Adoptee Institue, & Adoptive Parent Conference. Spons. by JCICS.

Nov. 21, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Del Tech & Community College's Terry Campus. Workshops, lunch, child care, exhibits & entertainment. Delaware's Heart Gallery will be displayed, & both waiting children & families formed through adoption will be featured.

Dec. 5, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Beverly Public Library. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs and meet our families and staff. Advance registration required at

Held frequently. Learn about the adoption process. Need to register. Spons. by WHFC

Apr. 7, 8 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Marriott Courtyard, 423 Russell St. New Worlds of Adoption: Linking Research with Practice. Spons. by the Rudd Adoption Research Program, The Center for Research on Families, Dept of Psychology, College of Natural Sciences & College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Univ. of MA Amherst & the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute.

Dec. 1, 7-9 P.M. Lisa Albers Prock, MD, MPH, Director of the Adoption Program in the Developmental Behavioral Pediatric Services area of Children's Hospital will discuss: Understanding how prenatal risk factors (genetic or prenatal exposures) may impact on a child's later development & behavior; A review of the common 'alphabet soup' diagnoses for children who were adopted and have a history of orphanage or foster care; Finding appropriate resources for further evaluation & treatment of your child. This presentation will benefit families in the referral stage or those who are already parenting. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Dec. 15, 6:30-8:30 P.M., WHFC office, 38 Edge Hill Rd. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff. Spons. by WHFC. Adv. registration

Nov. 24, 2 P.M., Cass County Law & Courts, Bldg 60296 M-62. Courthouse adoption event with approx. 6 adoptions finalizing.

Nov. 24, 9 A.M., Courtroom B, County Courts Bldg, 125 W. Main St. The Court will confirm several adoptions during the celebration. Among the featured guest speakers are a foster mother, an adult adoptee & an official from the State.

2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis Street.

Apr. 27. Features a silent auction of new & like-new designer handbags. All proceeds are used to recruit foster & adoptive families for over 5,000 children in Metro St. Louis who are waiting for a forever family. Appetizers & drinks will be served. Spons. by Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition.

Dec. 1, 7-8:30 P.M., Dillon's office. For families interested in learning about international adoption. RSVP to attend.

Dec. 15, 6-8 P.M., Mac-O-Rama (Apple Store), 4690 Longley Lane. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.

Dec. 21, 6-8 P.M., WHFC's office. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff. Adv. registration required.

Meets 1st Weds./mo., 6:30-8 P.M. Please RSVP. Spons. by Adoption Options.

Dec. 17. Learn about the adoption programs currently accepting applications, the adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance, & more. Spons. by AFTH.

Jan. 19. Learn about all of our adoption programs currently accepting applications. Spons. by AFTH.

Jan. 24, 12-3 P.M., IAC Ctr, 2 Tree Farm Rd, Ste A200. For prospective adoptive parents, adoptive parents, teens & adults who were adopted into transracial families, & professionals. Learn about identity, ethnicity & culture. Moderator Jane Cramer. Pre-registration is required.

Meets 3rd Mon./mo., Panera Bread, 136 Nassau St., 7-9 P.M. Singles & couples in the adoption process or waiting for a referral are welcome to attend our monthly RESOLVE "Waiting Parent" informal support group. This group is not associated with an adoption agency and features speakers every quarter.

Meetings held 2nd Mon./mo. Learn about domestic adoption. Please registers. Spons. by A Loving Choice Adoption Associates. register.

Nov. 22nd 8 A.M.-5 P.M., St. Francis College, 180 Remsen St. 80 workshops and 50 exhibitors covering pre- and post-adoption topics.

Nov. 21, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Dec 9, 6-8 P.M. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff. Adv. registration required. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Last Mon./mo., 8 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE of the Northeast.

Dec 12, 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption, meet our families & staff. Adv. registration. Spons. by Wide Horizons for Children.

2nd Wed./mo. 6-7:30 P.M. Free interactive session led by staff of Ametz Adoption Program of JCC. Learn the difference in working with an agency or attorney, what to expect during the homestudy, costs, time-frames, & support before, during, & after adoption. Please register. Spons. by JCC of Manhattan.

Every 2nd & 4th Weds. (except holidays) 7-9 P.M., WACAP Office, 39 W. 37th St., 15th Fl. (btwn. 5th & 6th Aves.) Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam, & the US. RSVP required.

Dec. 10, & Jan. 14, 7-8:30 P.M., JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave. For anyone exploring adoption or who has begun the adoption process. Please register.

3rd Wed./mo., 6 P.M. Spons. by A Child's Waiting Adoption Program.

Dec. 8, Dillon's Int'l office. Learn about adopting from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Ethiopia, & Russia. Spons. by Dillon International.

Jan. 12, 6-7:30 P.M, Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, + upcoming opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services.

Jan. 9, 8:30 A.M-4 P.M. For families who are adopting, taught by a registered nurse & adoptive parents. Spons. by NAFA.

Jan. 14, 7 P.M., First Congregational Church of Etna, 49 Locust St. For all families waiting or considering their first adoption. Facilitated by a licensed, clinical social worker. Join us for support & a question & answer session. Spons. by Pittsburgh Adoption Support Group.

Dec. 17. Learn about the domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance & the benefits of open adoption. Spons. by AFTH.

Jan. 19. Learn about our domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance & the benefits of open adoption. Spons. by AFTH.

Feb. 20, 10 A.M. - 1 P.M., Felix C. Davis Community Ctr. Workshops on domestic & international adoption, & foster care. Spons. by the SC Bar Young Lawyers Division & ACES.

Jan. 30, 10 A.M.- 1 P.M. YWCA of Greenville, 700 Augusta St. Workshops on domestic & international adoption, foster care, & the adoption process. Spons. by ACES & the SC YLD.

An overview of all international programs, process & fees. Designed for families who are thinking about adopting through Children's Home Society & Family Services.

Aug. 1-4. This conference offers a wealth of expertise, information & talent in this unique field. 70 workshops for every type of treatment foster care professional. Spons. by Foster Family-based Treatment Association.

Dec. 19, 2-3:30 P.M., Carrollton's First Baptist Church, 2400 N. Josey Ln. For families interested in learning about international adoption or a domestic adoption program. Spons. by Dillon Int'l, Inc.

Nov. 21, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Univ of St. Thomas, Jones Hall. Connect with experts, families at all stages of the adoption process are invited to attend. Spons. by GWCA.

Two groups, 7:30 P.M., 1st group meets on the 1st Sat./mo, at Mike & Johnna Wolverton's home, & the 2nd group meets on the 4th Sat./mo. at Anthony & Kristin Violi's home. Coffee & dessert will be served. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.

Moms and moms-to-be meet on the 4th Tues. every other month. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.

Dec. 5, 1-5 P.M., Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.

Meetings held regularly. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.

Nov. 21, 10 A.M. Learn about the domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance & the benefits of open adoption. Spons. by AFTH.

Meets 2nd Thurs./mo. Offers support to individuals and couples who have an interest in, or are in the process of adopting. Spons. by the Mid-Atlantic Region of RESOLVE.

Workshops are held frequently. Learn about the adoption process.

Meets on 2nd Mon./mo. 7-9 P.M. Bellevue Public Library: 1111—110th Ave.

Aug. 20-22. Camp Lakeview. Come relax, make friends, & participate in camp activities. Must pre-register. Spons. by FRUA.

Every 1st & 3rd Thurs. (except for holidays) 7-9 P.M. WACAP Office, 315 S. Second St.Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam or the United States. Free & all are welcome!

Dec. 13, 4-6 P.M.

2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M. & periodically on a Sat. morning, 3300 East Union St. Join us for an information meeting to learn more about the adoption process, adopting children from foster care & Amara's services.

Monthly meetings sponsored by Kitsap Adoption Group on 2nd Thurs./mo, 7-9 P.M. at Joe & Gayle Kohler's home, 4937 NW Discovery Ridge Ct.

Dec. 12, 10 A.M.-12:00 P.M., The Forza Coffee Co., 2829 E. 29th. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda, & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.

Dec. 8, 2 P.M., Kenosha County Job Center, North 1 Conference Room, 8600 Sheridan Rd. Spons. by the State of Wisconsin Department of Children & Families. Please call to register.

Dec. 7, 5:30-7:30 P.M., Neiderkorn Public Library, 316 West Grand Ave. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more.

Nov. 24, 5:30-7 P.M., Oscar Grady Public Library, 151 S. Main St. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.

Tues., Dec. 1, 6:30 -8 P.M., Bethany Office – Waukesha, N14W23755 Stoneridge Dr., Ste, 265. This workshop is designed to discuss post-adoption depression and learn ways to cope with the emotions and feelings that surround post- adoption depression. Recommended Reading: "The Post Adoption Blues: Overcoming the Unforeseen Challenges of Adoption," by Karen J. Foli. Spons. by Bethany Christian Serivces.

Tues., Dec. 8, 6-8 P.M. This workshop covers topics including culture shock, travel tips, vacation vs. adoption travel, and the benefits to traveling to your child’s birth country. Country specific families who have traveled recently to bring their child home will be present to share their experiences and tips with families. Spons. by Bethany Christian Serivces. Please register.

Dec 1, 7 P.M., EST. An AFTH social worker will discuss the program & the adoption process.

Dec. 15, 7 P.M. ET. Meet WHFC online to learn more about adopting a child from Ethiopia & hear program details & updates. Requires adv. registration

Dec 16, 7 P.M. ET. Learn about the opportunities of building a family through international adoption. Adv. registration. Spons. by WHFC.

Meets 3rd Tues./mo., 7 P.M. Health and Wellness Center (Bldg 3722) on Landstuhl Post. Members share pre- and post-adoption information.