BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CHLSS - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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 \n Adoption Fair 2025\n \n \n \n CompanyThis 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:20260403T181651 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 URLThis 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:20260403T181651 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:20260403T181651 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20250804T111841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T114943Z UID:10001518-1760119200-1760272200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster & Foster Adopted Youth Retreat DESCRIPTION:An Opportunity for Foster & Foster Adopted Youth to Make New Connections & Build Friendships\nFriday\, October 10-Sunday\, October 12\, 2025 | Camp Knutson\, Crosslake\, Minnesota\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. 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 Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-foster-adopted-youth-retreat-2025/ LOCATION:Camp Knutson\, 11148 Manhattan Point Blvd\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56422\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20250908T171214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T123838Z UID:10001538-1761409800-1761417000@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. \nHalloween Costume Party Open-House at CHLSS Eustis Office\nSaturday\, October 25th\, 2025\, from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm (CT)\nPlease join us for an evening of Halloween fun! Arrive dressed up and ready for connections\, crafts\, photobooth\, and games! Dinner 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. We are currently at capacity. Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. \n\n \n \n Connect2Connect Waitlist (October 2025)\n \n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.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.*Does anyone in the group have any food allergies?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-10-25-2025/ 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/2025/09/Event-Pic-1.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:20251115T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20250930T161959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T172824Z UID:10001580-1763222400-1763227800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Pride 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 Pride community 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. \nWay Cool Cooking School – Eden Prairie\, MN\nSaturday\, November 15th\, 2025\, from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm (CT)\nPlease join us for a tasty evening cooking Cheese Enchiladas\, Pico de Gallo Salsa\, and Churro Cookies at Way Cool Cooking School in Eden Prairie\, MN! \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 nearly full. Please complete the form below to join the waitlist. If a spot opens\, you’ll receive an email with further details. \n\n \n \n Pride Connect2Connect Waitlist (November 2025)\n \n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.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.*Does anyone in the group have any food allergies?*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?*Attestation: We have one or more Pride community members in the family*\n \n \n Yes\n 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-11-15-2025/ LOCATION:Way Cool Cooking School\, 16544 W 78th St\, Eden Pairie\, MN\, 55347\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Event-Pic-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20251103T123947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T135930Z UID:10001593-1766419200-1766430000@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. \nGreen Mill and Bentleyville – Duluth\, MN\nMonday\, December 22\, 2025\, from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm (CT)\nPlease join us for an early dinner at Green Mill for Pizza\, Chicken Wings\, Salad\, and Soda. After dinner\, everyone will receive a parking voucher to head over to the Bentleyville Lights Display! We won’t have a formal group gathering or tour at the lights\, but we encourage families to connect and enjoy them together! \nGet Ready for a Dazzling Night at Bentleyville\nBentleyville “Tour of Lights” is America’s largest free walk-through holiday lighting extravaganza that transforms Bayfront Festival Park\, located on the shores of Lake Superior in Downtown Duluth\, into a dazzling winter wonderland. With over 5 million twinkling lights\, Bentleyville has become a cherished holiday tradition for visitors of all ages. An unforgettable holiday experience awaits you at Bentleyville in Duluth\, Minnesota. Whether you’re making magical memories with your family or exploring the lights on a winter getaway\, Bentleyville offers something special for everyone. \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. \nClick Here to Register URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-12-22-2025/ LOCATION:Green Mill\, 340 Lake Ave\, Duluth\, 55802\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Event-Pic-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20251208T140610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T143945Z UID:10001617-1768132800-1768145400@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\, MN\nSunday\, January 11\, 2026\, from 12:00 p.m. (CT) – end of the movie\nJoin us for a sensory-friendly showing of the SpongeBob Movie at Emagine Movie Theater in Monticello\, MN! \nSchedule: \n\n12:00 PM – Arrival for mingle and connection time in the party room\n1:00 PM – Movie begins\n\nFood & Drinks:\nPopcorn\, pizzas\, chicken tenders\, and drinks will be provided for all attendees. \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. \nClick Here to Register URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-1-11-2026/ LOCATION:Emagine Theater – Monticello\, MN\, 9375 Deegan Avenue\, Monticello\, 55362 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Untitled-design-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20251117T185907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T185907Z UID:10001609-1768645800-1768662000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp 2026 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 17\, 2026\n10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN \nWe’re launching our day camp series with a Creative Play Day – right at our own office! Join Melon Seed Co. for three STEM activities that spark imagination\, build skills\, and deliver nonstop fun. This event will feature Marble Tracks\, K’Nex\, and Giant Foam Blocks with an earthquake table! Participants will get to design and build towers\, mazes\, and jump\, and construct K’Nex car tracks. \nRegistration deadline: Friday\, January 10\, 2026. \nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, January 17\, 2026\, 10:30 – 11:30 AM\nAdoptive Parent and Adult Adoptee Panel \nRegister Now URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2026/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org 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:20260207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20251117T190017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T190026Z UID:10001610-1770460200-1770476400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp 2026 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\n10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up:  Children’s Home Society Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN. \nBack by popular demand! Let’s get moving at InnerActive\, an indoor playground featuring a large jungle gym\, full size basketball court\, turf field\, kangaroo jumper\, building blocks from Imagination Playground and music park. Participants will have plenty of time to explore all that the site has to offer! \nRegistration deadline: Friday\, January 30\, 2026 \nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\,  10:30 – 11:30 AM\nThe Seven Core Issues in Adoption \nRegister Now URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2026-2/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org 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:20260215T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20260106T165415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T202017Z UID:10001624-1771158600-1771164000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster\, adoptive and kinship (formal or informal) 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 \n3203 Corporate Center Dr\,\nSte 180\,\nBurnsville\, MN 55306.\n \nSunday\, February 15\, 2026\, from 12:30 p.m. (CT) – 2:00 p.m. (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 12:30-2pm\, we will be serving pizza in the party room during this time\, as well. \nPlease note: \n\nYou 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.\nPlease have the children wear tennis shoes the day of the event. No flip flops\, sandals\, boots or crocs allowed.  Also\, athletic clothing is best.\nEveryone needs to be 5 or older to use the gym.  If under 5\, children will have to stay in the waiting area.\n\nRegister Here URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-feb-15-2026/ 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/2026/01/Heading-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20251117T190125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T190126Z UID:10001611-1772879400-1772895600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp 2026 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 7\, 2026\n10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.\nDrop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street\, St. Paul\, MN \nFor our third event\, we’ll hop on the bus to Dodge Nature Center in West St. Paul for a hands-on maple syruping experience that blends\, science and delicious fun. Participants will celebrate the return of spring by observing the age-old process of turning tree sap into syrup. We will learn how to tap a tree\, explore the evaporator\, and sample some delicious maple sugar and syrup. Dress for snowy\, muddy trails. \nRegistration deadline: Friday\, February 27\, 2026 \nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, March 7\, 2026\, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nPost Adoption Services and Resources for Parents \nRegister Now URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2026-3/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org 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:20260314T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20260226T142156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T132652Z UID:10001693-1773486000-1773493200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster\, adoptive and kinship (formal or informal) 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. \nWhirlyBall Twin Cities\n13644 80th Cir N\nMaple Grove\, MN 55369 \nSaturday\, March 14\, 2026\, from 11:00 p.m. (CT) – 1:00 p.m. (CT)\nJoin us for an action-packed afternoon at WhirlyBall Twin Cities – Maple Grove! We’ll have two reserved WhirlyBall courts\, the Laser Tag Arena\, and a private banquet room for lunch and activities. WhirlyBall is a fast-paced\, team-based game that’s great for all ages and skill levels. Players break into teams and use bumper cars and scoops to pass a wiffle ball and score against the opposing team. No experience required\, just come ready to have fun! \nLaser Tag will also be available for those who want an exciting\, fast-moving game in the area. Table activities will be provided for anyone who prefers to cheer from the sidelines or relax in the banquet. \nA build-your-own taco and fajita bar will be served at 11:00 am as attendees arrive. The menu includes: Carne asada steak\, grilled chicken\, roasted peppers & onions\, cilantro lime rice\, pinto beans\, house-made corn chips\, flour tortillas\, and all the fixings (lettuce\, cheese\, salsa\, sour cream\, and guacamole). \nPlease Note:  \n\nYou 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.\nThere is a height requirement for WhirlyBall\, participants must be 54 inches or taller\nThere is no height requirement for Laser Tag\nTable activities will be available for those not participating in WhirlyBall or Laser Tag\n\n  \nRegister Here URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-03-14-2026/ LOCATION:WhirlyBall Twin Cities\, 13644 80th Cir N\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 55369\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untitled-design-19.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20251117T190229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T190230Z UID:10001612-1774693800-1774710000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adoption Day Camp 2026 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 28\, 2026\n10:30 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 Snapology\, a dynamic Discovery Center designed to help kids explore STEM and STEAM through hands-on activities\, classes and creative play. An instructor-led session will teach real-world concepts in a fun\, interactive way\, and the creative play zone will allow kids to build and invent with LEGO bricks\, robotics\, and more! \nRegistration deadline: Friday\, March 20\, 2026 \nParent Coffee Hour: Saturday\, March 28\, 2026\, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM \nConnected and Attachment-Based Parenting \nRegister Now URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-day-camp-2026-4/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org 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:20260411T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181651 CREATED:20260311T132747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T154617Z UID:10001697-1775908800-1775916000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster\, adoptive and kinship (formal or informal) 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. \nSaturday\, April\, 2026\, from 12:00 p.m. (CT) – 2:00 p.m. (CT)\n1605 Eustis St.\, Saint Paul MN\nJoin us in our large conference space at the Children’s Home 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\, once again! Everyone will get to bring home a large canvas of their own artwork. Lunch will be served as well! \nRegister Here URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering-04-11-2026/ 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 END:VCALENDAR