FREE seminars & webinars to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Contact for more information regarding seminars visit our website.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, information about the adoption process, & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.

Meets 4th Saturday/mo. for casual pot-luck meetings in a private home. Guest speakers. Open to FCC members & prospective members.

June 10, Sept. 9, & Nov. 11, 6-8 P.M., Dillon International office, 4702 W. Commercial Dr., Suite B-1. Come get your questions answered about international adoption & the benefits of working with Dillon International. RSVP.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, information about the adoption process, programs & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.

April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 13, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, & Dec. 17, 7 P.M., & Sat., March 15, April 19, May 24, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, & Nov. 22, 9 A.M., Union Presbyterian Church, 858 University Avenue. An overview of the need, the foster care system, training requirements, & ways to volunteer with foster children or families. Child care available with advance notice. CPR & First Aid class on above Saturdays, 8:30 A.M.-1:30 P.M. Spons. by Help One Child.

Sat. Sept, 20. 1-4 P.M. Santa Monica College at the Airport Campus, 3171 S. Bundy Dr., Rm. #212. $35 per person. Lecture & discussion by Marlou Russell, Ph.D. Free parking on campus

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

Meet & play with other families in the Los Angeles area who have adopted from or who are waiting for children from Guatemala. Upcoming Families with Children From Guatemala Forever meets: Sun., March 9; Sat., April 12; Sun., May 4; Sat., June 14; Sun., July 13; & Sat., Aug. 9. Email to join & for locations of events.

Meets 2nd Tues./mo., 7-9 P.M. Spons. by Orange County Affiliate of Southwest Region of RESOLVE.

Thurs. Sept. 18, 7 P.M. Free informational seminar to show how you can successfully make your international adoption dreams come true!

Nov. 2, 10 A.M.-2 P.M. 8804 Balboa Ave. This year’s conference will have include information for adoptive families & Adoption Professionals. Following the featured seminar, participants will have the opportunity to choose between a variety of different workshops. The workshops will focus on information for prospective adoptive parents interested in adopting internationally, the life cycle of the adoptive family, & hearing from an attorney about adopting domestically after infertility. RSVP by October 29. Pre-registration is required & can be done online. The fee for the workshop is $15, which includes lunch.

Nov. 2, 10 A.M.-2 P.M. 8804 Balboa Ave. This year’s conference will have include information for adoptive families & Adoption Professionals. Following the featured seminar, participants will have the opportunity to choose between a variety of different workshops. The workshops will focus on information for prospective adoptive parents interested in adopting internationally, the life cycle of the adoptive family, & hearing from an attorney about adopting domestically after infertility. RSVP by October 29. Pre-registration is required & can be done online. The fee for the workshop is $15, which includes lunch.

Every other Wed., 6:30-9 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE South West Region.

Sat. Oct. 25, 10-3 P.M. 312 Sutter, 5th fl conference room. Open Path will be hosting a workshop on Infant & Newborn Care for prospective adoptive parents. Pre-registration required. $90 per person.

Sat. Nov 1. In partnership with PACT we will be presenting a workshop regarding prenatal exposure to drugs and/or alcohol which is sometimes common among children who are adopted from within & outside of the United States. Pre-registration required $50 per person.

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.

June 7, July 12, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, & Nov. 15, 10:30 A.M.-12 P.M., Dillon International Orange County office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101. Get your questions answered about international adoption & the benefits of working with Dillon International. RSVP.

Meets Fridays, 9:30 A.M., Dillon International office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101.

Oct 11, 10 A.M.- 12 P.M. Colorado Free University, near 1st & Quebec. Two mothers in one open adoption talk about what, exactly, it is; how to choose an ethical agency, & the secrets of longterm open adoption success. Two mothers in one open adoption teach this class. Lori Dowd, MA, is the adoptive mom of two children & Crystal Hass is the birth mom of Lori’s daughter, mother to a son.

Jan. 24, 10 A.M.- 12 P.M. Colorado Free University, near 1st and Quebec. Two mothers in one open adoption talk about what, exactly, it is; how to choose an ethical agency, & the secrets of longterm open adoption success. Two mothers in one open adoption teach this class. Lori Dowd, MA, is the adoptive mom of two children & Crystal Hass is the birth mom of Lori’s daughter, mother to a son.

Support group for families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia. Meets LAST Tues./mo., 7-9 P.M. Location varies.

April 16, May 7, June 4, July 16, Aug. 6, Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 12, & Dec. 10, 7-9 P.M. Free monthly informational meetings in Family & Children's Agency's office. Meetings will address questions & concerns about international. & domestic adoptions.

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

First Wed./Month, 7 P.M. Free Informational Sessions about Adoption, held at three Borders Books & Music Cafe locations: 1499 Post Rd in Fairfield, 470 Lewis Ave. in Meriden, & 915 Hartford Turnpike in Waterford.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, information about the adoption process, programs & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA.

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.

Join over 700 treatment foster care professionals and foster parents who attend the FFTA Annual Conference on Treatment Foster Care each year. At no other time will you find a conference that offers such a wealth of expertise, information and talent in this unique field. This conference features over 70 workshops for every type of treatment foster care professional. It is the only North American-based annual conference developed by and for treatment foster care professionals and foster parents.

Sat., Sept. 1, 9 A.M. - 12 P.M. In an emergency, infants & children have a much better chance of survival if CPR is performed immediately. HIC is sponsoring a free (non-certifying) class taught by the Honolulu Fire Department. Call now to reserve your space.

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.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies. These sessions are convenient, run right on your desktop and last about an hour. Hosted live by knowledgeable CHSFS staff and guest speakers, these conferences bring adoption information to you and allow you to ask questions of experts in the field.

Held last Tues. of each month. Please join us regardless of which agency you are working with. Hosted by A New Beginning, Adoption Agency, Inc., 4700 N. Cloverdale Rd., Ste. 204.

NEW! Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies. These sessions are convenient, run right on your desktop and last about an hour. Hosted live by knowledgeable CHSFS staff and guest speakers, these conferences bring adoption information to you and allow you to ask questions of experts in the field.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, information about the process, programs & fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.

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.

Wed. Sept. 24, 7-9:15 P.M. Continuing Education District, 113 Deerfield High School 1959 N. Waukegan Rd. Presented by Sally Wildman, J.D.

Tues. Oct. 7, 7-9:15 P.M. Adult Education in Lyons Township. Lyons High School, 100 South Brainard Ave. Presented by Sally Wildman J.D.

Sept. 10, 6 P.M. 542 Crosat St. Working through the Wait: A candid look at how to make it through the adoption waiting period. Location: reet LaSalle RSVP by July 7 to 815-223-4007

Tues. Oct. 14, 7-9:15 P.M. Community High School District 128: Libertyville High School, 708 W. Park Ave. Presented by Sally Wildman, J.D. Please contact for more information or to register.

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 & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Monthly presentations & discussions. 2nd Thurs./mo., 6-8 P.M., Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 611 Randolph. Dinner & childcare provided at no cost. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Wed. Oct. 22, 7-9:15 P.M. 7:00 - 9:15 p.m. Community Education District 211, Fremd High School,1000 S. Quentin Rd. Presented by Sally Wildman, J.D.

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

Oct. 14, 6 P.M. 4806 N. Sheridan. Keeping Kids Safe. RSVP by Oct. 10 to 309-682-6258.

3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7 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. Hosted by Lutheran Social Services of IL.

Considering Adoption? Attend one of our monthly adoption information meetings to learn about international adoptions, domestic infant adoptions, & DCFS Waiting Children adoptions. Please call for details & meeting dates. Spons. by Children's Home & Aid Society of Illinois.

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 & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Sat. Oct. 11 10-12 P.M. An educational opportunity for extended family to learn about the adoptive experience, their role in the process, and how to support their loved ones.

Thurs. March 20,6-7:30 P.M., May 1, 6-7:30 P.M., July 17, 6-7:30 P.M. Sept 18, 6-7:30 P.M.Thurs. Nov. 20, 6-7:30 P.M. Adoptive Parent Support Group. Come join other waiting families for an informal dinner & discussion. Topics will vary based on participants needs.

Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for those interested in learning more about International Adoption. Scdedule of events is available.

Sat., Sept. 13, 8:30 A.M.-12 P.M., Adoptions of Indiana, 1980 E. 116th Street, Suite 325. Presented by Meg Sterchi, Executive Director.

Thurs., Sept. 25, 6-9 P.M., Adoptions of Indiana, 1980 E. 116th Street, Suite 325. Presented by Patricia Irwin Johnston, author, adopion educator, & publisher of Perspectives Press.

June 14, July 14, August 2, August 28, & October 2. The CARE program is here to help you and your family as you begin your adoption journey. Attend this FREE 2 -hour informational seminar to discuss topics such as: how to get started, how to choose an agency, know your options, what you need to be prepared for, & how to find information to assist you & your family.

July 25 & 26, Aug. 22 & 23, Sept. 5 & 6, & Oct. 3 & 4. Classes are Fri. 6-9 P.M. & Sat. 9-5 P.M. Preparation & training for the adoptive parent needing to fulfill the Hague Requirements for Intercountry adoption.

NEW! Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies. These sessions are convenient, run right on your desktop and last about an hour. Hosted live by knowledgeable CHSFS staff and guest speakers, these conferences bring adoption information to you and allow you to ask questions of experts in the field.

Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the Elizabethtown area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.

Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the Lexington area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.

Children’s Hope International (CHI) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about international adoption. CHI offers programs in China, Vietnam, Russia, Kazakhstan, Colombia, & Ethiopia.

Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the Louisville area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.

July 8, Sept. 9, & Nov. 11, 7-8:15 P.M., Adoptions Together, 5750 Executive Drive, Suite 107.

Meets 1st Wed./mo. Hosted by Joanne & John MacMillan. Spons. by RESOLVE - Mid-Atlantic region.

May 20, July 15, Sept. 16, & Nov. 18, 7-8:15 P.M., Adoptions Together, 10230 New Hampshire Ave., Suite 200. Free information meeting spons. by Adoptions Together.

June 10, Aug. 12, Oct. 14, & Dec. 9, 7-8:15 P.M., Adoptions Together, 10230 New Hampshire Avenue, Suite 200.

July 19 & Sept. 13, 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Beverly Public Library. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption.

May 13, June 19, July 22, Aug 26 & Sept. 25. 6:30-8:30 P.M. Wide Horizons For Children. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption.

July 22, 7–9 P.M. A Hague Compliant Training for Prospective Adoptive Parents. Will explain developmental milestones, the impact of institutional care; strategies & interventions available for families. Includes a certificate of attendance & printed materials.

August 5, 7-9 P.M. Sep. 13, 2–4 P.M. Join with others who are also in the “waiting period.” Each session will focus on a specific issue related to this often stressful part of the adoption process.

Meets monthly: Thurs. July 24,7-9 P.M.; Wed. Aug. 20, 7-9 P.M.; Sat. Sep. 13, 2-5:30 P.M. For those interested in learning about adoption, an unbiased introduction to all aspects of adoption. Singles & those over 40, $20 per person/ACONE member, $25 per person/non-member.

Free, ongoing, monthly group to discuss issues involved in adopting domestic or international older children. Meets 2nd Fri./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A specific topic will be discussed each month, & attendees will share experiences & gather advice from others who have adopted older children. Spons. by Hands Across The Water. Please call to register.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, process, & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.

Sat. Oct. 11, 9 A.M.- 12 P.M. Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis St. Take the first step in your adoption journey, get information about domestic & international adoption.

2nd Tues./mo., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis Street.

Sept. 13, 9:30 A.M.-3:30 P.M., Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 13014 Olie Blvd. To prepare adoptive families who are adopting internationally from China, India, Haiti, Korea, or Vietnam. Attendees will learn about the steps in the adoption process & how to prepare for each step, the adoption home study, putting together the dossier for your child's country, getting ready to travel to receive your child, & initial adjustments after your child comes home. Societal issues related to international adoption will also be covered. Spons. by Dillon International.

Sat. Nov 1, 8:30 A.M.- 1 P.M. Ozarks Technical Community College, 1001 E. Central. Get the information you need on domestic, international & foster adoptions at the Adoption Fair.

1st Tues./mo., 7 P.M. Learn about your adoption options, both domestic & international. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of New England. Free, no obligation. Please call to reserve your space 24 hours in advance.

Monthly parent gatherings,Waiting families, Online forum & database to help you connect locally and much more.

Sat., Nov. 1. 9:15 A.M.-4:45 P.M. New Jersey's 27th Annual "Let's Talk Adoption" Conference. Rutgers University, Busch Campus. Registration:8-9:15 A.M. Check-in, Breakfast, Exhibits, Book Sales. Cost: Through 10/15: $40 per person; $70 per couple After 10/15: $45 per person; $80 per couple Full-time students $25

Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts free informational seminars for those interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the New Jersey area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.

Oct. 18, Workshop for those considering adoption or for those waiting to adopt. You may also bring family members who you would like to get a better understanding of adoption.

Support Groups meet once a month & focus on emotional & practical aspects of the adoption process & adoptive parenting. We offer 3 separate professionally led groups facilitated by adoption experts for couples & singles pursuing International, Domestic or LGBT adoptions.

Adoption Support Group: Meets 1st Wed./mo., 7-8:30 P.M. Peer Led Support Group for people who are considering adoption and want to meet others who have adopted, or are in process of adopting.

Mon. Nov. 3, 7 P.M. The Marriott Hotel, 189 Wolf Rd. The Adoption Fair will feature adoption agencies, adoption attorneys, social workers, immigration representative, pediatricians & adoptive parents at individual stations sharing information on the many ways to build a family through adoption.

Second Tues./mo., 8 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE.

Wed. Sept 24, 7:30 P.M. For all newcomers to the adoption process!

Sept. 15, This class covers many practical questions, tips & resources specific to adoptive families. Contact for more information or to register.

Oct. 24 & 25. New York City's Manhattan Campus (Greenwich Village) Identity & the Adopted Teen: Surviving the Crucible of Adolescence. Adolescence is a crucial stage of human development in which major issues of identity formation need to be addressed.

July 17, Aug 28, Sept 25, Oct 29. Gladney Center for Adoption 363 Seventh Ave.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Adoption Process, Programs & Fees. Adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.

Sat. Sept. 27 8 A.M.- 4 P.M. Providence Baptist Church. Free & open to the public. Learn about domestic & international adoption processes, financing adoption, parenting issues & more. Visit with exhibiting agencies. Breakfast and lunch served. Pre-registration required.

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

FREE seminars & webinars to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Please contact for more information

Oct. 5, 1:30-3:30 P.M. Beachwood Library, 2550 Shaker Blvd. FREE seminars and webinars to the community to teach about the process of international adoption.

3rd Thurs./mo., 5-6 P.M.:00 - 6:00 P.M. Spons. by A Center for Homestudies and Placement Services.

Sept. 14, 1:30-3:30 P.M.Way Public Library 101 E. Indiana Ave. FREE seminars & webinars to the community to teach about the process of international adoption.

Nov. 8, 9:30 A.M.-3:30 P.M., Trinity Baptist Church, 801 N. Peters Street. To prepare adoptive families who are adopting internationally from China, India, Haiti, Korea, or Vietnam. Attendees will learn about the steps in the adoption process & how to prepare for each step, the adoption home study, putting together the dossier for your child's country, getting ready to travel to receive your child, & initial adjustments after your child comes home. Societal issues related to international adoption will also be covered. Spons. by Dillon International.

June 1, July 13, Aug. 3, Sept. 7, 1 P.M. Junior League of Oklahoma City Meeting Room, 1001 NW Grand Blvd.

July 13, Aug 3, Sept 7, Oct 5. Junior League of Oklahoma City 1001 NW Grand Blvd.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Adoption Process, Programs & Fees. Information about adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.

1st Tues/mo. 6:30-8 P.M. Learn about infant adoption . Spons. by Boys & Girls Aid., Oregon’s most experienced adoption agency. Call for info. & registration.

3rd Wed./mo., 6:30P.M., Wesley United Methodist Church, 2540 Center Street. For families who are adopting from all countries. Spons. by Families with Children from China - Lehigh Valley.

Sept. 14, 10 A.M.-4:30 P.M. Lower Moreland Township Community Rm, 2nd Fl., Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Rd. Join us for full day exploration of open adoption. Participants will hear from birth & adoptive families living an open adoption. Pre-Registration required at least 48 hours prior to event.

Sept. 14, 10A.M.-4:30 P.M. Lower Moreland Township Community Rm, 2nd Fl of the Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Rd. Join us for full day exploration of open adoption. Participants will hear from birth & adoptive families living an open adoption. Pre-registration required at least 48 hours prior to event.

Sept. 9,6:30-8 P.M. JFCS Center City Office, 2100 Arch St. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff!

Sept. 15,6:30-8 P.M. Chestnut Hill Library 8711 Germantown Ave. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff!

Sept. 18, 6:30-8 P.M. JFCS Northeast Office 10125 Verree Rd.Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff!

Oct. 2,6:30-8 P.M. JFCS Center City Office. 2100 Arch St.Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required at least 48 hours prior to event.

Oct. 6, 6-8 P.M. JFCS Center City Office,2100 Arch St. Join us to learn more about domestic adoption law in PA & NJ. Pre-registration is required at least 48 hours prior to event.

Sept. 3,6:30-8 P.M. Penn Wynne Library 130 Overbrook Pkwy. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Please RSVP at least 48 hours in advance.

June 12, July 21 & Sept 11. 6:30-8:30 P.M. Wide Horizons. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Process, & Fees. Information about adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, & will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.

Mon. Sept. 8, 6 P.M. CHSFS & Lutheran Social Services host a free information meeting about the process of adopting & an overview of the countries CHSFS offers adoption services for. Held at LSS office 621 East Presentation St.

Nov. 7, 8 A.M.-4:30 P.M., Memphis Marriott. Come learn from noted regional speakers & nationally-known authors & adoption experts. Keynote speakers will include: David Cross, Ph.D., Associate Director at Texas Christian University’s Institute of Child Development & co-author of "The Connected Child"; Debbie Riley, M.S., Executive Director of The Center for Adoption Support & Education, Inc., guest writer for "Adoptive Parents Magazine", & co-author of "Beneath the Mask". Spons. by The Adoption Center of the Mid-South.

Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Adoption Process, and Fees. Information about adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.

Sept. 16, & Nov. 11, 6:30-8 P.M., Dallas Preston-Royal Library (meeting will be in auditorium), 5626 Royal Lane. Get your questions answered about international adoption & the benefits of working with Dillon International. RSVP.

Dec. 6, 9:30 A.M.-3:30 P.M., First United Methodist Church, 313 North Center, in Arlington. To prepare adoptive families who are adopting internationally from China, India, Haiti, Korea, or Vietnam. Attendees will learn about the steps in the adoption process & how to prepare for each step, the adoption home study, putting together the dossier for your child's country, getting ready to travel to receive your child, & initial adjustments after your child comes home. Societal issues related to international adoption will also be covered. Spons. by Dillon International.

Aug 16, Oct 11. Gladney Center for Adoption 6300 John Ryan Drive.

July 19, Aug 9, Sept 13, Oct 18. Memorial Drive United Methodist Church 12955 Memorial Drive.

Sat., Oct. 25, Irving Bible Church.

July 12 & Sept. 13, 10 A.M., First United Methodist Church of Plano, 3160 E. Spring Creek Pkwy.

Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 7-9 P.M., International Adoption Center, 8505 Arlington Blvd., Suite 100. 5-class series focusing on the unique needs of the recently adopted child from birth to age 4 years. Topics include an overview of ways the internationally adopted child differs from U.S. children, medical issues, bonding & attachment, nutrition, speech & language development, gross & fine motor developmetn, sleep, safety, general baby & child care, & travel tips. Pre-registration required.

Peer-led support group for people thinking about adoption meets 1st Tues./mo. Spons. by the Mid-Atlantic Region of RESOLVE.

Aug. 7, Oct. 2, & Dec. 4, 7-8:15 P.M., Adoptions Together, 427A Carlisle Drive. Free information meeting spons. by Adoptions Together.

Monthly family get-togethers & quarterly parent workshops for families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from a Latin American country.

Meets on 3rd Mon./mo. 7-9 P.M. Bellevue Public Library: 1111—110th Ave. AFFGS waiting families monthly suppport group. A teamwork atmosphere helps all remain focused on the goal of building friends and families through adoption.

Sun./month, Next meetings: April 27, May 25, June 29, Aug. 31, Sept. 28, Oct. 26, & Nov. 30. 4:30-6:30 P.M., WACAP headquarters, 315 S. Second St. Monthly support group for single adoptive parents (& soon-to-be adoptive parents) of infants to preschoolers. Facilitated by WACAP social worker Becky Dion. Meets one

Fri., Sept. 12, 6-8 P.M., WACAP office, 315 S. Second St. Learn how open adoption works, & its benefits & challenges. RSVP.

Wed., Nov. 19, 7-9 P.M., WACAP office, 315 S. Second St. A discussion of the effects of foster care or institutional care on a child's cognitive, emotional, & social development. Both general & country-specific information will be presented. RSVP.

Wed., Dec. 10, 7-8:30 P.M., WACAP office, 315 S. Second St. A discussion of how adopting a sibling for your child is the same as & different from adding a sibling by birth. RSVP.

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

2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M., 3300 East Union St. Join us for an information meeting to learn more about the adoption process & Amara's services.

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

2nd Thurs./mo., 7 P.M., St. Aloysius Parish Center, 330 E. Boone.

Sept 10 & 25, Oct. 15 & 22, Nov. 19: FREE seminars & webinars for the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members are on-hand to answer questions about home studies, paperwork, travel, immigration, financing adoptions, countries to adopt from and children available for adoption. Contact for more information regarding seminars.

Sept 9, 6 P.M.-6:45 P.M. (EST) Meet us online to learn more about adopting a child from Taiwan. This 45 minute session requires advance registration & is conducted via telephone & internet. Register online or by phone.

3rd Thurs./mo., 7-9 P.M., Real Canadian Superstore, Dundas/Trafalgar - Upstairs. Enjoy an evening with other adoptive parents. Spons. by The Children's Bridge International Adoption Consultants.

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