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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid
2024-01-12 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style.
Your education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter, in-person day of learning. Following the in-person session, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test.

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid

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Monday 1/12/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)

Friday 1/30/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)

Friday 2/13/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)
Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.

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Connect2Connect: Community Gathering
2024-01-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Emagine Willow Creek, 9900 Shelard Parkway, Plymouth, MN, 55441, United States
Join Us for Community & Connection
Connect2Connect 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.
Emagine Willow Creek
Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Join us for a sensory-friendly movie experience of Wonka at Emagine Willow Creek in Plymouth, MN. The theater will turn the lights up and the sound down to make the viewing experience more accessible for people living with autism or other special needs. Popcorn, pop/slushie, and pizza will be provided.
Please note: Wonka is a PG family movie. The story does include negative references to orphans. Please consider whether this is appropriate for the children in your family to view. If you feel your children may have negative reactions, please prepare them ahead of time for this content.
Confirmation information will be sent about a week prior to the event.
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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online
2024-01-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Online Webinar
The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility, have limited business hour availability, and/or those who prefer virtual learning.
In this track, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning, each week you will participate in a required, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators. You can choose between a 5:00 p.m. check-in series, a 9:00 a.m. check-in series, or a Noon check-in series. However, you must remain with the one check-in series of your choice.
You should plan on attending the full hour of each class. If you cannot, you may be marked as absent. The expectation is you are engaged with your camera on. Please be in a private space and not driving during the check-in.
If you cannot adhere to these expectations, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options.
This class is available in Spanish upon request.

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Tuesday; 1/06, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)

Wednesday; 1/21, 1/28, 2/04, 2/11/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)

Thursday; 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/05/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)
Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content, coursework can be completed at individual's leisure, and individuals can join the zoom meetings from separate locations

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Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
2024-01-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Online Webinar
Open to pre-adoptive, adoptive, foster, relative and/or kinship caregivers living in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities Metro Area). This online group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff and offers connection, positive parenting strategies, support, and more! After registration, you will receive a link to join the next Zoom session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Meeting Details
This group meets online and takes place on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one, multiple, or all dates offered below.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

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Online | January 21, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | February 18, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | March 18, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | April 15, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | May 20, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | June 17, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)
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CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with, or did you work with, for your adoption?Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Greater MN Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:*

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Search and Reunion Support Group
2024-01-17 18:00 - 20:00 | In Person or Online
This group is for adult adoptees and birth parents who are not related to one another and who are considering, or active in, search and reunion or have searched and the other party is not open to contact. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Members are supportive of one another and willing to share their reunion journeys with one another- including their successes, disappointments, and joys! Participants may have been adopted or placed a child through any type of adoption (infant, international, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Meeting Details
This group meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT). It alternates between online and in-person meetings.
In-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

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In-Person | January 21, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)

Online | February 18, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)

In-Person | March 18, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)

Online | April 15, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)

In-Person | May 20, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)

Online | June 17, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)
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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid
2024-01-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style.
Your education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter, in-person day of learning. Following the in-person session, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test.

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Monday 1/12/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)

Friday 1/30/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)

Friday 2/13/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)
Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.

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Foster Care & Adoption Orientation (In Person)
2024-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
For Minnesota Residents. This is One of Two steps to Get Started Fostering or Adopting from Minnesota Foster Care.
We welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and addresses details such as children served, timelines, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!), licensing requirements, and more.
This class will take place in person at our main office, located at 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
Note: Along with completing this two-hour orientation, you will also need to complete our Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process.
If you have questions, please contact 651.255.2241 or fcaeducation@chlss.org.

Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group
2024-01-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Online Webinar
A support group for individuals who have an adult (18+) child adopted through any type of adoption (infant, international, foster care adoption). Sessions will be held online. Parents from any placing agency/county are welcome to attend. While each story is unique, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant, participant-led, discussion. This is a safe, confidential space, the group is facilitated by parents of adult adoptees who are also CH/LSS staff.
After registration, you will receive information to join the next session. Please feel free to register for one, multiple, or all sessions. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Meeting Details
This group meets online and takes place on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one, multiple, or all dates offered below. Scheduling note: Please note the December date will be on December 18th, the third Wednesday of the month, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT).
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group

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Online | January 27, 2026, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | February 24, 2026, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | March 24, 2026, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | April 28, 2026, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | May 26, 2026, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | June 23, 2026, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)
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Infant Adoption Two-Day Class (Online)
2024-01-25 09:00 - 2024-01-26 16:30 | Online Webinar
For Minnesota Families Interested in Infant Adoption
After completing Application Part 1, this is the next step for all families planning to pursue an infant adoption through CH/LSS.
These classes will familiarize you with the legal adoption process in Minnesota, the importance of openness in adoption, and strategies available to you to engage in your own adoption outreach efforts. You will also have the opportunity to listen to a panel of adoptive and birth parents share their adoption experiences.
Topics covered include: program process and options, an overview of the steps and time frames involved in completing a legal adoption, considerations for adoptive parenting, understanding the birth parent experience, cross-cultural and transracial parenting, supporting openness in adoption, and utilizing your personal network, social media, and other avenues available to you to engage in adoption outreach.
To fulfill the education requirement, families must attend both days in the series. This class will take place on Zoom. You will receive a link to join after completing your registration below.
Cost: The cost for pre-adoption training is $250 per person or $500 per couple. This Education Fee will be invoiced immediately following your completion of the Infant Adoption 2-Day Training course.
If you have questions, please contact Wendy Kleiser at wendy.kleiser@chlss.org or 651.255.2271.
Registration, via the form below, must be received prior to class.

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Online: Thursday, January 22 & Friday, January 23, 2026

In Person: Thursday, April 16 & Friday, April 17, 2026

Online: Thursday, July 16 & Friday, July 17, 2026

In Person: Thursday, October 8 & Friday, October 9, 2026
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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In-Person
2024-01-26 09:00 - 2024-01-27 17:00 | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
The in-person track is best suited for individuals who need or desire to complete their education quickly, prefer in-person learning and/or those who have previously completed education and want a refresher course.
This track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes introductory sessions as well as a pre- and post- test.

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Friday, 1/23/2026 & Saturday, 1/24/2026, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 1605 Eustis St, St. Paul MN, 55108

Friday, 2/20/2026 & Saturday, 2/21/2026, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Atonement Lutheran Church; 1144 29th Ave N, St. Cloud MN, 56303
Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.

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Free Adoption & Foster Care Information Webinar
2024-01-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Online Webinar
Free Online Sessions Each Month
This is a great way for families to learn about our adoption and foster care programs.
Meet with staff (virtually) and receive a comprehensive overview of our programs, processes, and fees. Learn basic information about international adoption, infant adoption, foster care, and foster care adoption.
This event will take place online—a great option for families across the U.S. You can join the online webinar from wherever you are. When you register for a webinar, you will receive a link to join the webinar within two days of the session. In each webinar, we will address the programs available to everyone first, then we will cover those available in limited states. Attendees may choose to leave the presentation at any time.
If you have questions, please contact 651.646.7771 or welcome@chlss.org.

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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online
2024-01-30 20:00 - 21:00 | Online Webinar
The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility, have limited business hour availability, and/or those who prefer virtual learning.
In this track, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning, each week you will participate in a required, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators. You can choose between a 5:00 p.m. check-in series, a 9:00 a.m. check-in series, or a Noon check-in series. However, you must remain with the one check-in series of your choice.
You should plan on attending the full hour of each class. If you cannot, you may be marked as absent. The expectation is you are engaged with your camera on. Please be in a private space and not driving during the check-in.
If you cannot adhere to these expectations, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options.
This class is available in Spanish upon request.

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online

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Tuesday; 1/06, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)

Wednesday; 1/21, 1/28, 2/04, 2/11/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)

Thursday; 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/05/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)
Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content, coursework can be completed at individual's leisure, and individuals can join the zoom meetings from separate locations

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Adoption Day Camp
2024-02-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
A Program for Adopted Youth to Connect & Celebrate Their Identity
Open to Adoptees in 1st through 8th Grade
Our Adoption Day Camp is a four-part in-person series designed for adopted youth who have a finalized adoption. Participants will have the opportunity to get to know other adoptees through exciting hands-on activities and age-appropriate discussions about family, identity, and more.
Day 1: Puppets & Play
Saturday, January 6, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Drop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street, St. Paul, MN
At our first camp event, we will be joined by performers from In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theater, a world-renowned theater recognized for large-scale puppets and performances that ignite the imagination and spark creativity. Following the performance, kids will have the opportunity to express their creativity through hands-on activities, like creating their own puppet or mask. Registration Deadline: Friday, December 29, 2023.

Parent Social Hour: Saturday, January 6, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Day 2: Explore, Discover, Create
Saturday, February 3, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Drop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street, St. Paul, MN
Field trip to: Snapology Discovery Center, Minneapolis, MN
Transportation to field trip: bus will depart from the Children’s Home Main Office at 9:45 a.m.
Children are meant to learn through play. When children are actively engaged in hands-on, interactive learning activities, their creativity flourishes and they show a greater interest in school. At our second camp event, kids will spend time at Snapology Discovery Center and have the chance to tinker, build, and create through hands-on activities, like using Lego bricks to share ideas for building a better world. Registration Deadline: Friday, February 23, 2024.

Parent Social Hour: Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Day 3: Let’s Get Cooking!
Saturday, March 2, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Drop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street, St. Paul, MN
Field trip to: The Way Cool Cooking School, Eden Prairie, MN
Transportation to field trip: bus will depart from the Children’s Home Main Office at 9:30 a.m.
The Way Cool Cooking School specializes in teaching and entertaining through food. Their goal is to create a learning environment that is fun-filled, friendly, and inviting with a focus on healthy cooking skills and habits. Kids will participate in a guided cooking lesson and get to enjoy the meal they made for lunch. Registration Deadline: Friday, February 23, 2024.

Parent Social Hour: Saturday, March 2, 2024, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Day 4: Adventures in Wonderland
Saturday, April 6, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Drop off and pick up: Children’s Home Main Office – 1605 Eustis Street, St. Paul, MN
Field trip to: Can Can Wonderland, St. Paul, MN
Transportation to field trip: bus will depart from the Children’s Home Main Office at 9:45 a.m.
Can Can Wonderland is a whimsical destination of amusements and entertainment for all ages. At our final day camp event, kids will have the chance to kick back and play mini golf and arcade games. Registration Deadline: Friday, April 29, 2024.

Parent Social Hour: Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid
2024-02-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style.
Your education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter, in-person day of learning. Following the in-person session, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test.

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Foster Care & Adoption Orientation (Online)
2024-02-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Webinar
For Minnesota Residents. This is One of Two steps to Get Started Fostering or Adopting from Minnesota Foster Care.
We welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and addresses details such as children served, timelines, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!), licensing requirements, and more.
This event will take place online. You can join the online webinars from wherever you are. You will receive a link to complete your webinar registration within two days of registering on this site.
Note: Along with completing this two-hour orientation, you will also need to complete our Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process.
If you have questions, please contact 651.255.2241 or fcaeducation@chlss.org.

Car Seat Safety: Child and Restraint Systems (C.A.R.S.) Training
2024-02-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
This 3-hour course is required by the State of Minnesota for any family licensed for children aged 7 years or younger. The class takes place in person and introduces participants to car seat and vehicle safety for children. The cost of the class is $28.50 per person, and completion verification is good for 5 years. This hands-on learning opportunity takes place at 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota. This is a standardize training in the State of MN and families may opt to take the course in a location that better fits their geographic locations.
C.A.R.S Registration and Additional Details

Adult Adoptee Support Group
2024-02-08 18:00 - 19:30 | In Person or Online
Adult Adoptees from all placing agencies are welcome to attend. While each story is unique, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant, participant-led, discussion. This is a safe, confidential space, the group is facilitated by adult adoptee CH/LSS staff.
Participants may have been adopted through any type of adoption (infant, international, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. After registration, you will receive information to join the next session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Meeting Details
This group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). Meetings alternate between online and in-person options. There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one, multiple, or all dates offered below.
In-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.
Please note the December session will be held online rather than in-person. Thank you

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Online | March 12, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

In-Person | April 9, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

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Hennepin County Adoption Recruitment Event
2024-02-10 10:00 - 12:00
CH/LSS host Hennepin County’s Adoption Recruitment Event on Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at our Main Office (1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108).
This event is for home study-approved families. Most youth attending will be between the ages of 8 to 17 years. Please contact your foster care licensor if you would like to attend.

Connect2Connect: LGBTQ+ Community Gathering
2024-02-10 11:30 - 15:00 | Mont du Lac Resort, 3125 S Mont du Lac Drive, Superior, WI, 54880, United States
Join Us for Community & Connection
Connect2Connect 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.
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.
Mont du Lac Resort
Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 11:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us on February 10, 2024, for a day of snow tubing at Mont du Lac Resort in Superior, Wisconsin! Snacks will be available for taking breaks during tubing time. After tubing, there will be a big taco bar to enjoy together.
Please note: If you have a foster placement, you will need permission from the county to take the child out of the state.
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Pride Family Support Group
2024-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | In Person or Online
The group was created to provide foster and adoptive caregivers who are part of the Pride community an opportunity to connect about their experiences as foster and adoptive parents.
This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants may have worked with, or currently be working with, any agency/county for foster care or any type of adoption (foster care, infant, international). We ask that participants who are currently in the foster care/adoption process be home study approved. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Meeting Details
This group will meet on the second Monday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). Meetings will alternate monthly between online and in-person sessions. There is no cost to attend. Childcare will be offered for in-person groups. You may register to attend one, multiple, or all dates offered below.
In-person meetings will take place at our main office location: 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

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Online | March 9, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)

In-Person | April 13, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)

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In-Person | June 8, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)
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Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group
2024-02-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Online Webinar
This group is intended to support families after home study approval while awaiting placement, with placement, or after a finalized adoption. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants must be working or have previously worked with CH/LSS for their foster care or adoption process.
Meeting Details
This group meets online and takes place on the second Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one, multiple, or all dates offered below.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

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Online | March 10, 2026, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | April 14, 2026, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)

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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online
2024-02-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Online Webinar
The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility, have limited business hour availability, and/or those who prefer virtual learning.
In this track, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning, each week you will participate in a required, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators. You can choose between a 5:00 p.m. check-in series, a 9:00 a.m. check-in series, or a Noon check-in series. However, you must remain with the one check-in series of your choice.
You should plan on attending the full hour of each class. If you cannot, you may be marked as absent. The expectation is you are engaged with your camera on. Please be in a private space and not driving during the check-in.
If you cannot adhere to these expectations, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options.
This class is available in Spanish upon request.

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Tuesday; 1/06, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)

Wednesday; 1/21, 1/28, 2/04, 2/11/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)

Thursday; 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/05/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)
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Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
2024-02-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Online Webinar
Open to pre-adoptive, adoptive, foster, relative and/or kinship caregivers living in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities Metro Area). This online group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff and offers connection, positive parenting strategies, support, and more! After registration, you will receive a link to join the next Zoom session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Meeting Details
This group meets online and takes place on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one, multiple, or all dates offered below.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

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Online | March 18, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | April 15, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

Online | May 20, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)

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Search and Reunion Support Group
2024-02-21 18:00 - 20:00 | In Person or Online
This group is for adult adoptees and birth parents who are not related to one another and who are considering, or active in, search and reunion or have searched and the other party is not open to contact. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Members are supportive of one another and willing to share their reunion journeys with one another- including their successes, disappointments, and joys! Participants may have been adopted or placed a child through any type of adoption (infant, international, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Meeting Details
This group meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT). It alternates between online and in-person meetings.
In-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
For virtual meetings, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.

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In-Person | March 18, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)

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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In-Person
2024-02-23 09:00 - 2024-02-24 17:00 | Pioneer Grill, 4403 Pioneer Rd SE, Alexandria, 56308, United States
The in-person track is best suited for individuals who need or desire to complete their education quickly, prefer in-person learning and/or those who have previously completed education and want a refresher course.
This track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes introductory sessions as well as a pre- and post- test.

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Friday, 2/20/2026 & Saturday, 2/21/2026, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Atonement Lutheran Church; 1144 29th Ave N, St. Cloud MN, 56303
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Free Adoption & Foster Care Information Webinar
2024-02-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Online Webinar
Free Online Sessions Each Month
This is a great way for families to learn about our adoption and foster care programs.
Meet with staff (virtually) and receive a comprehensive overview of our programs, processes, and fees. Learn basic information about international adoption, infant adoption, foster care, and foster care adoption.
This event will take place online—a great option for families across the U.S. You can join the online webinar from wherever you are. When you register for a webinar, you will receive a link to join the webinar within two days of the session. In each webinar, we will address the programs available to everyone first, then we will cover those available in limited states. Attendees may choose to leave the presentation at any time.
If you have questions, please contact 651.646.7771 or welcome@chlss.org.

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