BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CHLSS - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CHLSS X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chlss.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CHLSS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240514T173532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T162656Z UID:10001129-1718452800-1718474400@chlss.org SUMMARY:St. Paul Pride Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for the St. Paul Pride Festival on June 15\, 2024\, and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals\, families\, and friends. Be sure to stop by our table\, say hello\, and learn more about our programs. \nThis event is free. All are welcome! Learn more about the St. Paul Pride Festival here. \nEvent Location:\nRice Park\n109 4th St. W.\nSaint Paul\, Minnesota 55102 URL:https://chlss.org/event/st-paul-pride-festival/ LOCATION:Rice Park\, 109 4th St. W.\, St. Paul\, MN CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240524T182406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T153917Z UID:10001140-1719219600-1719403200@chlss.org SUMMARY:NCFA National Adoption Conference DESCRIPTION:Join us for NCFA’s National Adoption Conference from June 24-26\, 2024\, in Fort Worth\, Texas. NCFA’s annual conference offers continuing education and high-caliber training to professionals from the adoption\, social work\, and child welfare communities who all share a common commitment to helping children thrive in nurturing\, permanent families. Be sure to stop by our table and say hello\, learn about our programs\, and connect with our staff. \nLearn more about the National Adoption Conference here. \nAbout NCFA:\nNCFA (National Council For Adoption) is committed to the belief that every child deserves to thrive in a nurturing\, permanent family. Their mission is to meet the multiple needs of children\, birth parents\, adoptees\, adoptive families\, and all those touched by adoption through global advocacy\, education\, research\, legislative action\, and collaboration. URL:https://chlss.org/event/ncfa-national-council-for-adoption-conference/ LOCATION:NCFA National Adoption Conference\, 1300 Houston Street\, Fort Worth\, Texas\, 76102 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240524T161732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T161732Z UID:10001137-1719655200-1719770400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Twin Cities Pride Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Twin Cities Pride Festival on Saturday\, June 29\, and Sunday\, June 30\, 2024\, and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals\, families\, and friends. Be sure to stop by our table\, say hello\, and learn more about our programs. \nThis event is free. All are welcome! Learn more about the Twin Cities Pride Festival here. \nEvent Location:\nLoring Park\n1382 Willow Street\nMinneapolis\, MN 55403 URL:https://chlss.org/event/twin-cities-pride-festival-2024/ LOCATION:Loring Park\, 1382 Willow St.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-2-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240524T194237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T195646Z UID:10001141-1720774800-1720800000@chlss.org SUMMARY:8th International Conference on Adoption Research (ICAR8) DESCRIPTION:Join for the 8th International Conference on Adoption on July 12\, 2024. \nLifelong Issues in Adoption: Reframing the Discourse Through Lived Experience is a one-day symposium featuring a line-up of guest speakers/artists who are all adoptees. An admission fee of $75 includes a full day of lectures\, panel discussions\, music\, and audience participation. Continental breakfast\, a morning coffee break\, and a box lunch will be provided.one-day \nWe will be hosting a table at this event. Be sure to stop by\, say hello\, learn about our programs\, and connect with staff. \nLearn more & Buy Tickets Here\nLocation:\nCarlson Family Stage – Northrop Auditorium\n84 Church St SE\nMinneapolis\, MN 55455 URL:https://chlss.org/event/8th-international-conference-on-adoption-research-icar8/ LOCATION:Carlson Family Stage – Northrop Auditorium\, 84 Church St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240524T164044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T234028Z UID:10001138-1720868400-1720893600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Rainbowatonna DESCRIPTION:Join us for Rainbowatonna on July 13\, 2024\, and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals\, families\, and friends. Be sure to stop by our table\, say hello\, and learn more about our programs. \nThis event is free. All are welcome! Learn more about Rainbowatonna here. \nEvent Location:\nManthey Park\n225 24th St NE\nOwatonna\, MN 55060 URL:https://chlss.org/event/rainbowatonna-pride-festival/ LOCATION:Manthey Park\, 225 24th St NE\, Owatonna\, MN\, 55060 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240516T190218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T103838Z UID:10001130-1724175000-1724180400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. \nSt. Paul Saints Baseball Game at CHS Field (Registration Full)\nTuesday\, August 20th\, 2024\, from 5:30 pm – end of the game.\nJoin us to watch the St. Paul Saints play at CHS Field in St. Paul\, Minnesota. We will start with a pre-game picnic from 5:30 – 7:00 pm followed by the baseball game. In addition to the baseball game\, there is a play zone that can be utilized. This includes a small playground\, a rock wall\, a bounce house\, and a speed pitch. Families will also receive a $20 stipend for parking. \nAdditional details will be emailed closer to the date. \nWe are blown away by the excitement and interest in attending this event! Please join the waitlist by completing this form and you will be contacted via email as seats open up. Thank you! \n\n\n \n \n Connect2Connect Waitlist\n \n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Event Date:*\n \n \n Camp Confidence; Brainerd\, MN: Saturday August 16th\, 2025 from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Please list the number you can best be reached at on the day of the event.City*County*State*Number of adults attending*Number of children attending*Does anyone in your group need vegan\, vegetarian\, or gluten free options? If yes\, please specify which.*What are the ages of the child(ren) attending?Your care of this child/children is:*\n \n Pre-Adoptive\n \n \n Finalized Adoption\n \n \n Temporary Care\n \n \n Kinship Care\n What agency/county/services are you working with?*CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-08-20-2024/ LOCATION:CHS Field\, 360 N Broadway St\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Connect2Connnect-August.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240524T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T194841Z UID:10001139-1727006400-1727024400@chlss.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud Pride in the Prak DESCRIPTION:Join us for St. Cloud Pride in the Park on September 22\, 2024\, and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals\, families\, and friends. Be sure to stop by our table\, say hello\, and learn more about our programs. \nThis event is free. All are welcome! Learn more about St. Cloud Pride in the Park here. \nEvent Location:\nLake George Park\n1101 7th St. S.\nSt. Cloud\, MN 56301 URL:https://chlss.org/event/st-cloud-pride-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Lake George Park\, 1101 7th St. S.\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-5-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240723T125123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T111917Z UID:10001174-1727456400-1727463600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. \nRed Barn Learning Farm\nFriday\, September 27th\, 2024\, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.\nJoin us for a fun evening at Red Barn Learning Farm in Hayfield\, MN. Events will include exploring the farm\, learning about the animals\, and a sunset hayride. Dinner will be included! \nPlease note: Registration for this event is currently full. Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. An email will be sent if spots open up. \n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-09-27-2024/ LOCATION:Red Barn Learning Farm\, 27251 State Hwy 30\, Hayfield\, MN\, 55940 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Connect2Connnect-August-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240805T133600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T133601Z UID:10001228-1728669600-1728822600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster & Foster Adopted Youth Retreat DESCRIPTION:An Opportunity for Foster & Foster Adopted Youth to Make New Connections & Build Friendships\nLutheran Social Service (LSS) is excited to offer a special opportunity for foster and foster adopted youth (ages 13-17) to spend a weekend among peers who have shared life experiences at Camp Knutson (Camp K) in Crosslake\, Minnesota. In addition to helping foster and foster adopted youth build new connections and make new friends\, this retreat will offer an opportunity for siblings who are not currently residing in the same placement to spend quality time together and maintain their familial bond. Registration priority will be given to siblings who do not reside in the same household. Whether attending with a sibling or not\, every youth will gain valuable life skills that can be used long after the retreat has concluded. \nRegistration & Additional Information URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-foster-adopted-youth-retreat-2/ LOCATION:Camp Knutson\, 11148 Manhattan Point Blvd\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56422\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20240909T120538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T110254Z UID:10001270-1730030400-1730037600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. \nNowhere Entertainment\nSunday\, October 27th\, 2024\, from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm.\nJoin us for a Halloween themed afternoon at Nowhere Entertainment in Inver Grove Heights\, MN. We encourage you to come dressed up in your costume. There will be a catered taco bar lunch with desserts and lemonade. \nActivities include: \n\nUnlimited Mini Golf\nYou will receive an Arcade Card ($20 value ~ can be used to play about 10-15 arcade games)\nAnd (optional) Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Haunted House! (Details below)\n\nYou will sign up for the Haunted House tour when you arrive at the event.\n\n\n\nAbout the Haunted House Tour: \nNowhere Haunted House’s Behind-the-Scenes Tour is a guided\, lights on look at how a haunted house operates. There will be no actors on the tour\, no spooky audio\, and the animatronics will be powered off.  You will see our detailed sets\, hear the history and creation of Nowhere\, see and touch animatronics\, go “backstage” where actors prepare for their roles\, and learn how haunted houses are another form of theater. \nAlthough no actors will be in the haunted house and the animatronics will not be on\, some kids may feel uncomfortable or nervous with specific scenes or certain elements\, while others want more. Creepy elements include skeletons\, bugs\, an abandoned hospital\, creepy old house with dirty rooms\, clowns\, and fake blood. We will offer two levels of the Behind the Scenes Tour. The first will have most of the fake blood covered up (we aren’t able to cover up everything)\, the second will show all scenes and elements containing fake blood. \nEvery child’s “scare level” is unique. Some are not fazed by scary elements\, while others can be triggered by them. It’s important to remember that trauma may impact how people react to haunted houses. We believe parents and caregivers are the experts on their children and will make the best decision for a child in their care. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThis event is at capacity. If you would like to receive emails for future events\, please see below. \nConnect2Connect Email List\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-10-27-2024/ LOCATION:Nowhere Entertainment\, 5300 S Robert Trail #200\, Inver Grove Heights\, MN\, 55077\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241007T185528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T150358Z UID:10001291-1732356000-1732363200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: LGBTQ+ Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. \nLSS recognizes that LGBTQ+ families may have different experiences from the larger foster and adoptive community and want to provide a safe and dedicated space for connection with families sharing in those experiences. \nColor Me Mine\nSaturday\, November 23\, 2024\, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nJoin us for an artsy day at Color Me Mine in Maple Grove\, Minnesota! We will be painting ceramic art pieces and have a light lunch together. Additional details will be emailed closer to the date. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThis event is at capacity. Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. You will receive an email if a spot becomes available. \n\n \n \n Pride Families Connect2Connect Waitlist (November)\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Event Date:*\n \n \n Color Me Mine Maple Grove: Saturday\, November 23rd\, 2024 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Please list the number you can best be reached at on the day of the event.City*County*State*Number of adults attending*Number of children attending*Does anyone in your group need vegan\, vegetarian\, or gluten free options? If yes\, please specify which.*What are the ages of the child(ren) attending?Your care of this child/children is:*\n \n Pre-Adoptive\n \n \n Finalized Adoption\n \n \n Temporary Care\n \n \n Kinship Care\n What agency/county/services are you working with?*The artwork we make will need to be fired in a kiln at the Maple Grove location. You can either plan to pick it up from Color Me Mine a week or later after the event\, or you can coordinate a pickup time from our CHLSS office building. Which would you prefer?*\n \n \n pickup from Color Me Mine in Maple Grove\n \n \n \n pickup from the CHLSS office building (1605 Eustis St\, St. Paul)\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-november-23-2024/ LOCATION:Color Me Mine\, 12155 Elm Creek Blvd N\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 55369\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/November-C2C.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241104T162511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T120803Z UID:10001313-1735308000-1735315200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nEmagine Movie Theater – Monticello\nFriday\, December 27th\, 2024\, from 2:00 pm – end of the movie.\nJoin us for a sensory friendly movie showing of Moana 2 at the Emagine Movie Theater in Monticello\, MN. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThis event is now at full capacity. Please complete the form below to be added to the waitlist. URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-12-27-2024/ LOCATION:Emagine Theater – Monticello\, MN\, 9375 Deegan Avenue\, Monticello\, 55362 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Website-Event-Pic-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241119T174632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T175842Z UID:10001323-1735984800-1736002800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp DESCRIPTION:2025 Adoption Day Camp Overview:\n\nGroups meet one Saturday per month\, January through April\, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\n\nDates: January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, and April 5\, 2025.\n\n\nAll events will take place in the Twin Cities Metro.\nEach morning\, youth will participate in emotional skill building through Nurture Groups\, and age-based curriculum on a specific topic. This year’s topics are:\n\n2nd & 3rd Grade – Communication & W.I.S.E. UP!\n4th & 5th Grade – Friendship\n6th & 7th Grade – Self-Esteem\n\n\nEach event will feature a fun activity or field trip in the afternoon. Lunch will be provided.\nCost to attend: $25 per child\, per event (non-refundable). Bus transportation will be provided from the Children’s Home Main Office to field trip locations.\n\nDay 1: Saturday\, January 4\, 2025\, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN \nAt our first camp event\, we will get our bodies moving at InnerActive\, an indoor playground in Mounds View. This space features a large playground\, full size basketball court\, large turf field\, kangaroo jumper\, and building blocks from Imagination Playground. This activity focuses on building connection and comfort with other adoptees.  Registration Deadline: Friday\, December 27\, 2024.  \n\nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, January 4\, 2025\, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \n\nRegistration & Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2025/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-Header.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241119T175008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T180048Z UID:10001324-1738404000-1738422000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp DESCRIPTION:2025 Adoption Day Camp Overview:\n\nGroups meet one Saturday per month\, January through April\, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\n\nDates: January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, and April 5\, 2025.\n\n\nAll events will take place in the Twin Cities Metro.\nEach morning\, youth will participate in emotional skill building through Nurture Groups\, and age-based curriculum on a specific topic. This year’s topics are:\n\n2nd & 3rd Grade – Communication & W.I.S.E. UP!\n4th & 5th Grade – Friendship\n6th & 7th Grade – Self-Esteem\n\n\nEach event will feature a fun activity or field trip in the afternoon. Lunch will be provided.\nCost to attend: $25 per child\, per event (non-refundable). Bus transportation will be provided from the Children’s Home Main Office to field trip locations.\n\nDay 2: Saturday\, February 1\, 2025\, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN \nAt our second camp event\, we will visit Alliance Francaise in Minneapolis. Youth will have the opportunity to get hands-on in the kitchen during a cooking class. They will also work on a craft and participate in music and games. Registration Deadline: Friday\, January 24\, 2025.  \n\nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, February 1\, 2025\, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \n\nRegistration & Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2025-2/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-Header.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241209T164308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T121437Z UID:10001332-1740222000-1740229200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nMount Kato – Mankato\, MN\nSaturday\, February 22nd\, 2025\, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.\nJoin us for a fun day of snow tubing at Mt. Kato in Mankato\, MN. We will gather in the chalet\, distribute tubing tickets\, and enjoy a fun experience together! A catered lunch will be provided. All tubers must be at least 42 inches tall.  \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-02-22-2025/ LOCATION:Mount Kato\, 20461 Old Hwy 66\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Website-Event-Pic-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241119T175224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T180338Z UID:10001325-1740823200-1740841200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp DESCRIPTION:2025 Adoption Day Camp Overview:\n\nGroups meet one Saturday per month\, January through April\, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\n\nDates: January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, and April 5\, 2025.\n\n\nAll events will take place in the Twin Cities Metro.\nEach morning\, youth will participate in emotional skill building through Nurture Groups\, and age-based curriculum on a specific topic. This year’s topics are:\n\n2nd & 3rd Grade – Communication & W.I.S.E. UP!\n4th & 5th Grade – Friendship\n6th & 7th Grade – Self-Esteem\n\n\nEach event will feature a fun activity or field trip in the afternoon. Lunch will be provided.\nCost to attend: $25 per child\, per event (non-refundable). Bus transportation will be provided from the Children’s Home Main Office to field trip locations.\n\nDay 3: Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN \nCaponi Art Park is a community sculpture garden located in Eagan. During our third camp event\, park staff will come to Children’s Home to lead youth in a nature art workshop. Participants will receive a nature lesson and then create their very own seed art mosaic to take home. Registration Deadline: Friday\, February 24\, 2025.  \n\nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, March 2\, 2025\, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \n\nRegistration & Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2025-3/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-Header.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250203T150437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T233734Z UID:10001396-1742648400-1742655600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: LGBTQ+ Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nCH/LSS recognizes that LGBTQ+ families may have different experiences from the larger foster and adoptive community and want to provide a safe and dedicated space for connection with families sharing in those experiences. \nChaska Curling Center\nSaturday\, March 22\, 2025\, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nJoin us to close out the winter season with experiencing the iconic Minnesotan activity of Curling in Chaska\, MN! We will have a private group lesson on the ice. Please note\, curlers must be at least 8 years old. Parents who do not wish to participate and kids younger than 8 years old will be able to watch from the “Players’ Lounge.” There will be table games and activities available. Some snacks and beverages will be provided. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThank you for your interest in this event. This event is currently full\, please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. \n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-march-22-2025/ LOCATION:Chaska Curling Center\, 3210 Chaska Blvd\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Website-Event-Pic-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20241119T175401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T180525Z UID:10001326-1743847200-1743865200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp DESCRIPTION:2025 Adoption Day Camp Overview:\n\nGroups meet one Saturday per month\, January through April\, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\n\nDates: January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, and April 5\, 2025.\n\n\nAll events will take place in the Twin Cities Metro.\nEach morning\, youth will participate in emotional skill building through Nurture Groups\, and age-based curriculum on a specific topic. This year’s topics are:\n\n2nd & 3rd Grade – Communication & W.I.S.E. UP!\n4th & 5th Grade – Friendship\n6th & 7th Grade – Self-Esteem\n\n\nEach event will feature a fun activity or field trip in the afternoon. Lunch will be provided.\nCost to attend: $25 per child\, per event (non-refundable). Bus transportation will be provided from the Children’s Home Main Office to field trip locations.\n\nDay 4: Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN \nFor our final event we will take a trip to the Museum of Illusions at the Mall of America. Youth will explore hands-on optical illusions and learn the science behind these tricks. Staff and volunteers will capture mind-blowing photographs of youth to share with their families. Youth can opt out of photos if preferred. Registration Deadline: Friday\, March 28\, 2025. \n\nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \n\nRegistration & Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2025-4/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-Header.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250224T123112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T184048Z UID:10001408-1744538400-1744545600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nSkatin’ Place – St. Cloud\, MN\nSunday\, April 13th\, 2025\, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.\nJoin us for a fun morning of roller skating\, laser tag\, arcade\, and bounce houses at Skatin’ Place in St. Cloud\, MN. We will gather in the front entry\, distribute wristbands\, grab skates\, and enjoy a fun experience together! A pizza lunch will be provided. \nPlease note: \n-This event is only open to relative and kinship families. \n-You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nContact us for registration URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-04-13-2025/ LOCATION:Skatin’ Place\, 3302 Southway Dr\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Website-Event-Pic-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250307T003756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T235259Z UID:10001411-1745064000-1745071200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nCHLSS Eustis Building – Saint Paul\, MN\nSaturday\, April 19th\, 2025\, from 12:00 pm – 2:15 pm.\nConnect2Connect SPRING MINGLE! Please arrive in our large conference space at the CHLSS office building. We will have a fun time of lunch\, connecting\, and creating! Cheers Pablo (our crowd-favorite teachers for leading paint-a-long art classes) is bringing the painting party to us! Everyone will get to bring home a large canvas of their spring-themed design. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThank you for your interest in this event. We are currently at capacity\, please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. \n\n \n \n Connect2Connect Waitlist\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Event Date:*\n \n \n Camp Confidence; Brainerd\, MN: Saturday August 16th\, 2025 from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Please list the number you can best be reached at on the day of the event.City*County*State*Number of adults attending*Number of children attending*Does anyone in your group need vegan\, vegetarian\, or gluten free options? If yes\, please specify which.*What are the ages of the child(ren) attending?Your care of this child/children is:*\n \n Pre-Adoptive\n \n \n Finalized Adoption\n \n \n Temporary Care\n \n \n Kinship Care\n What agency/county/services are you working with?*CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-04-19-2025/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Website-Event-Pic-8.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250311T163737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163933Z UID:10001414-1747476000-1747483200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nRed River Zoo – Fargo\, ND\nSaturday\, May 17th\, 2025\, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.\nJoin us for an adventurous morning of animal exploration and relationship building at the Red River Zoo in Fargo\, ND. We will gather at the Carousel Pavilion\, where you can enjoy unlimited free carousel rides\, zoo admission for your entire family\, and close-up encounters with the animals. A pizza lunch will also be provided. \nPlease note: \n-This event is only open to relative and kinship families. \n-You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \n-Since the event is located in North Dakota\, please ensure you have permission from your child’s worker to take them across state lines. \nContact us for registration URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-05-17-2025/ LOCATION:Red River Zoo\, 4255 23rd Ave S\, Fargo\, ND\, 56001\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Website-Event-Pic-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250428T143840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T203143Z UID:10001440-1747558800-1747569600@chlss.org SUMMARY:5th Annual Family Fun Run 5K DESCRIPTION:Please join CH/LSS and our community partners for a morning of family fun! All proceeds benefit the FAM Back-to-School Shopping Event supporting youth in foster care. \nLocation: Rosland Park\, Edina\, MN\nAddress: 4300 W 66th St\, Edina\, MN 55435\nCost: $40\, kids events are free with the with one paid adult.\n \nSchedule:\n9:00 am – Check-in and packet pick-up\n10:00 – Kids 1/4 mile run\n10:15 – Kids 1 mile run\n10:30 – 5k Start \nDetails:\n🔗 Event Info & Registration URL:https://chlss.org/event/5th-annual-family-fun-run-5k-hosted-by-foster-adopt-mn/ LOCATION:Rosland Park\, 4300 W. 66th St.\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250404T235410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T200857Z UID:10001426-1747567800-1747578600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nPizza Ranch/Riddlers Escape – Saint Cloud\, MN\nSunday\, May 18th\, 2025\, from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm.\nJoin us for a fun day of pizza and puzzle rooms! We will start at Pizza Ranch at 11:30 am for lunch followed by puzzle rooms at Riddlers Escape. A gluten free pizza is available upon request. If you would prefer to join for the activity and skip lunch\, we plan to meet at Riddlers Escape at 12:45 pm to sign waivers. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThank you for your interest. This event is at full capacity. URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-05-18-2025/ LOCATION:Riddlers Escape\, 510 25th Ave N Ste 5\, St. Cloud\, 56303\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Website-Event-Pic-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250428T145816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145816Z UID:10001441-1749297600-1749319200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley Pride Festival DESCRIPTION:Join CH/LSS and over 120 other exhibitors at the Golden Valley Pride Festival! This free event is great for the whole family and features food trucks\, vendors\, community resource tables and more! For more information\, please visit the Golden Valley Pride Festival website. URL:https://chlss.org/event/golden-valley-pride-festival/ LOCATION:Brookview Park\, 200 Brookview Pkwy N\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55426 CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250428T150424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T150424Z UID:10001442-1749902400-1750017600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Saint Paul Pride Block Party DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Pride with CH/LSS at the Saint Paul Pride Festival for live music and entertainment\, music\, food trucks\, community resource tables\, and more! This is a two-day event open from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. June 14 and 15. \nLocation: Dual Citizen Brewing Company\, St. Paul\, MN\nAddress: 725 Raymond Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN 55114\nTime: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (both days) URL:https://chlss.org/event/saint-paul-pride-block-party/ LOCATION:Dual Citizen Brewing Co.\, 725 Raymond Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250430T174845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T122804Z UID:10001446-1751193000-1751205600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nCarlson’s Llovable Llamas – Waconia\, MN\nSunday\, June 29th\, 2025\nSession 1: 10:30 am – Noon\, Picnic: Noon – 12:30 pm\, Session 2: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm\,\nEnjoy a summer day making new friends and experience the joy of bonding with llamas! Our friends at Carlson’s Lovable Llamas are going to teach us all about llamas\, taking care of them\, grooming them\, and feeding them. We’ll get to visit with the baby llamas and tour the farm. And we’ll all get to take the llamas on a long trail walk! We will have two farm sessions so there are more llamas for each group\, with a large group picnic lunch in the middle. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThank you for your interest in this event. This event is at full capacity. Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-06-29-2025/ LOCATION:Carlson’s Llovable Llamas\, 8380 County Rd 10 E\, Waconia\, MN\, 55387\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Website-Event-Pic-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250606T164306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T195214Z UID:10001459-1754125200-1754136000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Fair at Children's Home and LSS DESCRIPTION:CHLSS Eustis Building – Saint Paul\, MN\nSaturday\, August 2\, 2025\, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CT)\nJoin us for a family-friendly morning of connection\, learning\, and fun at our Adoption Fair! Whether you’re just beginning to explore adoption and foster care or are further along in the journey\, this event offers something for everyone. \nEvent Highlights Include:\n\nTherapy Llamas – meet and mingle with these gentle companions!\nGames & Giveaways – fun for all ages.\nTalk with Families – hear real stories from those who have fostered for adopted.\nStaff Consultations – speak one-on-one with adoption and foster care professionals.\nAdoptee Resource Table – explore helpful tools and materials.\nLearn the Process – understand timelines\, fees\, and what to expect.\n\nSpecial Breakout Session at 11:00 AM (CT)\nKidsave Colombia Hosting Information Session\nFeaturing a special guest speaker\, this session will provide insights into hosting opportunities and how you can make a difference. \n  \nThis event is free and open to the public. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, and your family—we can’t wait to see you there! \n\n \n \n Adoption Fair 2025\n \n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How many individuals plan on attending?(Required)CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-fair-at-childrens-home-and-lss/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Website-Event-Pic-19.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250624T134158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T093024Z UID:10001465-1755340200-1755349200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nConfidence Learning Center “Camp Confidence” – Brainerd\, MN\nSaturday\, August 16th\, 2025\, from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm (CT)\nJoin us for a fun day of summer camp experiences at Camp Confidence in Brainerd\, MN! Activities include ziplining\, rope courses\, animal sanctuary\, and crafts. We will start with check-in and snacks at 10:30 am\, followed by camp activities and ending with a catered lunch at 12:30 pm. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThis event is currently at capacity. Please complete the form below to be added to the waitlist and you will be notified if a spot becomes available. Thank you! \n\n \n \n Connect2Connect Waitlist\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Event Date:*\n \n \n Camp Confidence; Brainerd\, MN: Saturday August 16th\, 2025 from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Please list the number you can best be reached at on the day of the event.City*County*State*Number of adults attending*Number of children attending*Does anyone in your group need vegan\, vegetarian\, or gluten free options? If yes\, please specify which.*What are the ages of the child(ren) attending?Your care of this child/children is:*\n \n Pre-Adoptive\n \n \n Finalized Adoption\n \n \n Temporary Care\n \n \n Kinship Care\n What agency/county/services are you working with?*CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-08-16-2025/ LOCATION:Camp Confidence\, 1620 Mary Fawcett Memorial Drive\, East Gull Lake\, MN\, 56401\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Website-Event-Pic-21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250618T194638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T163240Z UID:10001464-1755795600-1755802800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Back to School Bash DESCRIPTION:CH/LSS Eustis Building – Saint Paul\, MN\nThursday\, August 21 from 5:00pm–7:00pm\nCelebrate the start of the school year with us at our annual Back to School Bash! This free\, family-friendly event is made possible through the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families’ Permanency Support Service grant. \nThe event supports youth in foster care\, including those cared for by relatives and kinship caregivers. Each child attending will receive a backpack and essential school supplies. Families can also enjoy a light dinner\, connect with community resources\, and participate in fun activities like face painting\, games\, and visits with certified therapy llamas! \nAll foster families across Minnesota are welcome — especially those in relative or kinship care. \nWhat to expect: \n\nBackpacks and school supplies\nLight dinner\nCommunity resource connections\nFace painting\, games\, and therapy llamas\nOpen-house format\, drop in anytime between 5:00pm and 7:00pm\n\nGet Involved\nWe are conducting a school supply drive to support this event. Visit our community closet page to view our Amazon wish list and donate supplies: \nView Our Wish List\nWe are also looking for volunteers to help support this event. Help is needed in both event setup and during the event. \nVolunteer Opportunities\nQuestions? Contact Sam Brannon at sam.brannon@chlss.org. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/back-to-school-bash-2025/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Website-Event-Pic-20.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072050 CREATED:20250731T164433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T171126Z UID:10001516-1758382200-1758387600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. \nConquer Ninja Gym – Burnsville\, MN\nSaturday\, September 20th\, 2025\, from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm (CT)\nPlease join us as we conquer some Ninja challenges!!! The Conquer Ninja Gym staff will guide us through obstacles and games. It will be a fun opportunity to try new things and get our wiggles out! Anyone\, parents and kids\, who would like to participate is welcome to join! We will have table activities available for those who would just like to watch. Our gym session is 3:30-5pm\, we will be serving pizza in the party room during this time\, as well. \nPlease note: You will receive an email with waivers for the event within a week after registering. If you do not complete the waivers by the deadline\, you will forfeit your spot to attend. \nThank you for your interest in this event. This event is currently at capacity. URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-09-20-2025/ LOCATION:Conquer Ninja Gym\, 3203 Corporate Center DR Ste 180\, Burnsville\, MN\, 55306\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Heading-3.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR