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: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:20250618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20230803T153708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165306Z UID:10001204-1750269600-1750276800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Search and Reunion Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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.   \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n\n \n \n Search and Reunion Support Group\n \n \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Search and Reunion Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/search-and-reunion-support-group/2025-06-18/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20240614T115621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T085720Z UID:10001425-1750410000-1750525200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In-Person DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In Person\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the consecutive class schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday\, 4/24/2026 & Saturday\, 4/25/2026\, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 2485 Como Ave\, St. Paul MN\, 55108\n \n \n \n Friday\, 5/08/2026 & Saturday\, 5/09/2026\, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 2118 Campus Drive SE\, Rochester MN\, 55904\n 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.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-3-2/2025-06-20/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes 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:20250624T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20240729T164153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T170552Z UID:10001222-1750766400-1750771800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nAfter 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 Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group\n \n \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 26\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 23\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 25\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 27\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 24\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/parents-of-adopted-adults-support-group-2/2025-06-24/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20250530T141208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T195214Z UID:10001458-1750770000-1750773600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Navigating FASD: Panel DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: Navigating FASD: Panel\nTuesday June 24th\, 2025\, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. (CT)\nJoin Proof Alliance for a compelling 1-hour live panel featuring the voices of foster and adoptive caregivers who are navigating life with children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). During this candid discussion\, panelists will share their unique experiences\, including the challenges they’ve faced\, the lessons they’ve learned\, and the moments that have brought them hope and resilience. This conversation offers valuable insights\, encouragement\, and connection for anyone caring for a child impacted by FASD. \nThis webinar will take place on Zoom. You will receive the link to join after registering below. URL:https://chlss.org/event/navigating-fasd-panel/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Website-Event-Pic-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 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:20250707T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001456-1751878800-1751904000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION: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. \nYour 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 at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n 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.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2025-07-07/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes 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:20250708T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20240906T140531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164126Z UID:10001365-1751997600-1752003000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Birth Parent Connection Group DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly group for birth parents who made voluntary adoption plans in Minnesota. This group intends to build meaningful connections\, share resources\, and strengthen your support system. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the second Tuesday 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. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Birth Parent Connection Group\n \n \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:*\n \n Select All\n \n \n Online | April 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 12\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 11\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 13\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Registrant 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email*\n \n PhoneRegistrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n CountyWhat Minnesota agency or attorney did you work with for your voluntary adoption plan?*What year did the placement occur?*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 Birth Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:*\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/birth-parent-connection-group/2025-07-08/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20230803T153529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164645Z UID:10001433-1751999400-1752006600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group\n \n \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 14\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 12\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 9\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 14\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 11\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 8\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 13\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 10\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 8\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllRegistrant 1(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email(Required)\n \n Registrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n 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 accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Foster Care Adoption Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-adoption-parent-support-group/2025-07-08/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20230803T154024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011157Z UID:10001444-1752062400-1752066000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nIn 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. \nYou 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. \nIf you cannot adhere to these expectations\, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online\n \n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the required live check-in schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the first live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system. Links to the Zoom check-ins are found in the content within the online learning management system.\n \n \n Tuesday; 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/05\, 5/12/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Wednesday; 5/06\, 5/13\, 5/20\, 5/27/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Thursday; 5/21\, 5/28\, 6/04\, 6/11/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)\n 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\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-online/2025-07-09/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20241009T162307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T162516Z UID:10001299-1752166800-1752242400@chlss.org SUMMARY:International Pre-Adoption Class DESCRIPTION:For Families Interested in International Adoption\nAfter completing Application Part 1\, all families planning to pursue an international adoption through Children’s Home are required to complete this class to meet your education requirements. It is helpful to have a majority of your Application Part 2 completed prior to attending this class. \nThis two-day class familiarizes you with the international adoption process and parenting an adopted child. Topics discussed include Core Issues in Adoption\, Grief/Loss\, Motivation to Adopt\, Attachment\, Transitions\, Transracial Parenting\, plus an Adoptee Panel and an Adoptive Family Panel. \nLocation: This event takes place online. Once registered\, you will receive a link to join prior to the first class. \nDates and Times: This class will take place over the course of two days. \n\nThursday\, July 10\, 2025\, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (CT)\nFriday\, July 11\, 2025\, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (CT)\n\nCost: The cost of this class is $250 per person or $500 per couple. This fee must be paid prior to attendance. Online payment form. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jodi Smith at 651.255.2452 or internationalapp@chlss.org. \n\n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please indicate the class you would like to attend:*\n \n Online | Thursday\, November 13 & Friday\, November 14\, 2025\n \n \n Online | Thursday\, January 8 & Friday\, January 9\, 2026\n \n \n Online | Thursday\, March 12 & Friday\, March 13\, 2026\n \n \n Online | Thursday\, May 14 & Friday\, May 15\, 2026\n \n \n Online | Thursday\, July 9 & Friday\, July 10\, 2026\n \n \n Online | Thursday\, September 10 & Friday\, September 11\, 2026\n \n \n Online | Thursday\, November 12 & Friday\, November 13\, 2026\n Applicant 1 Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Applicant 2 Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n PhoneCountry Program*CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/international-pre-adoption-class-july-10-11-2025/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:International Adoption Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-header-1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & LSS Staff":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20230803T150628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154813Z UID:10001371-1752170400-1752175800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nParticipants 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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Adult Adoptee Support Group\n \n \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n In-Person | April 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | June 11\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | August 13\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | October 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 12\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | December 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Adult Adoptee Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/adult-adoptee-support-group/2025-07-10/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20250307T164014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T141512Z UID:10001405-1752228000-1752251400@chlss.org SUMMARY:TBRI®Training DESCRIPTION:Content is protected. URL:https://chlss.org/event/tbritraining-5/2025-07-11/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012821 CREATED:20230803T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T161900Z UID:10001359-1752516000-1752521400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Pride Family Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office location: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Pride Family Support Group\n \n \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n In-Person | April 13\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 11\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | June 8\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 13\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | August 10\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 14\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | October 12\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 9\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | December 14\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 PacificAre you a member of the Pride community?(Required)YesNoDo you plan to utilize childcare?YesNoIf yes\, how many children and what ages?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 Pride Family Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria.(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/pride-family-support-group/2025-07-14/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T154024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011157Z UID:10001453-1752598800-1752602400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nIn 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. \nYou 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. \nIf you cannot adhere to these expectations\, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online\n \n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the required live check-in schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the first live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system. Links to the Zoom check-ins are found in the content within the online learning management system.\n \n \n Tuesday; 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/05\, 5/12/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Wednesday; 5/06\, 5/13\, 5/20\, 5/27/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Thursday; 5/21\, 5/28\, 6/04\, 6/11/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)\n 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\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-online/2025-07-15/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20250521T130927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T110416Z UID:10001454-1752602400-1752609600@chlss.org SUMMARY:G.R.O.W. - Guidance\, Resources and Opportunities While You Wait DESCRIPTION:Our G.R.O.W. events are held quarterly (in January\, April\, July and October) and are open to all families in our infant adoption program that are home study approved. These events will offer a chance for families to connect and learn about various topics from one another and adoption professionals. \nETHICAL ADOPTION PRACTICES: PRESENTATION FROM ADOPT MATCH\nVIRTUAL EVENT HELD VIA MICROSOFT TEAMS \nPlease join us as we partner with Adopt Match and dive into ethical practices\nsurrounding domestic infant adoption\, information on unlicensed intermediaries and\nhow they can be harmful\, and state and federal laws surrounding adoption. We will\nstart the evening with a presentation from Adopt Match and their mission to make\nadoptions more ethical. This presentation will happen during the first hour of GROW\nGroup. Discussion of the presentation and time for connection with other waiting\nadoptive families will follow. If you are unable to attend\, we encourage you to visit the\nAdopt Match and Adopt Change websites to learn more about their work. \nAdoptMatch – Find Adoptive Parents\, Adoption Agencies and Attorneys \nAdoptChange – Keep Adoption Safe \nPlease R.S.V.P. directly to your worker if you plan to attend. URL:https://chlss.org/event/g-r-o-w-guidance-resources-and-opportunities-while-you-wait-07-15-2025/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Website-Event-Pic-17.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20250417T160005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T161115Z UID:10001447-1752670800-1752681600@chlss.org SUMMARY:B.E.S.T. (Basic Education for Safe Travel) DESCRIPTION:This hybrid course combines interactive online learning with hands-on instruction from a certified car seat safety technician. The cost of this class is $25 per person. Locations vary. \n  \nThis class is also a great option for parents\, grandparents\, or any caregivers who want to learn more about transporting children safely.  If you are licensed to provide foster care (or childcare) for children aged 8 or younger\, this course is required every 5 years. \nB.E.S.T. takes approximately 2 hours to complete. The first hour takes place online. You will receive access to a learning management system and be guided through an interactive Car Seat Basics presentation. You must complete this presentation prior to attending the second hour of training. After completing your online coursework\, you will attend an in-person session with a certified car seat technician. Instruction will take place at YOUR vehicle. If you have a car seat(s)\, this may be used for instruction\, otherwise\, Children’s Home will provide seats for you to practice with. In-person locations vary. Please sign up for an in-person date and location that works best for you. You will receive a certificate of completion during your in-person session. \nView & Register for an upcoming B.E.S.T. course URL:https://chlss.org/event/b-e-s-t-basic-education-for-safe-travel-2-2/2025-07-16/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Website-Event-Pic-4.png 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:20250716T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20210308T213953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165759Z UID:10001562-1752688800-1752694200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:*\n \n Select All\n \n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Registrant 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email*\n \n Registrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n 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:*\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/online-support-group-for-greater-minnesota/2025-07-16/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T153708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165306Z UID:10001383-1752688800-1752696000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Search and Reunion Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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.   \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Search and Reunion Support Group\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Search and Reunion Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/search-and-reunion-support-group/2025-07-16/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20240614T115621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T085720Z UID:10001448-1752829200-1752944400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In-Person DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In Person\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the consecutive class schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday\, 4/24/2026 & Saturday\, 4/25/2026\, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 2485 Como Ave\, St. Paul MN\, 55108\n \n \n \n Friday\, 5/08/2026 & Saturday\, 5/09/2026\, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 2118 Campus Drive SE\, Rochester MN\, 55904\n 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.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-3-2/2025-07-18/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes 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:20250722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20240729T164153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T170552Z UID:10001389-1753185600-1753191000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nAfter 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 Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 26\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 23\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 25\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 27\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 24\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/parents-of-adopted-adults-support-group-2/2025-07-22/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001457-1753434000-1753459200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION: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. \nYour 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 at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n 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.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2025-07-25/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes 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:20250802T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 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 FacebookThis 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:20250804T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T154024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011157Z UID:10001455-1754308800-1754312400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nIn 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. \nYou 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. \nIf you cannot adhere to these expectations\, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online\n \n \n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the required live check-in schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the first live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system. Links to the Zoom check-ins are found in the content within the online learning management system.\n \n \n Tuesday; 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/05\, 5/12/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Wednesday; 5/06\, 5/13\, 5/20\, 5/27/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Thursday; 5/21\, 5/28\, 6/04\, 6/11/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)\n 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\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-online/2025-08-04/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001460-1754643600-1754668800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION: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. \nYour 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 at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n 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.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2025-08-08/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes 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:20250811T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T161900Z UID:10001360-1754935200-1754940600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Pride Family Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office location: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Pride Family Support Group\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n In-Person | April 13\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 11\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | June 8\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 13\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | August 10\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 14\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | October 12\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 9\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | December 14\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 PacificAre you a member of the Pride community?(Required)YesNoDo you plan to utilize childcare?YesNoIf yes\, how many children and what ages?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 Pride Family Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria.(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/pride-family-support-group/2025-08-11/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20240906T140531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164126Z UID:10001366-1755021600-1755027000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Birth Parent Connection Group DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly group for birth parents who made voluntary adoption plans in Minnesota. This group intends to build meaningful connections\, share resources\, and strengthen your support system. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the second Tuesday 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. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Birth Parent Connection Group\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:*\n \n Select All\n \n \n Online | April 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 12\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 11\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 13\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Registrant 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email*\n \n PhoneRegistrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n CountyWhat Minnesota agency or attorney did you work with for your voluntary adoption plan?*What year did the placement occur?*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 Birth Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:*\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/birth-parent-connection-group/2025-08-12/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T153529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164645Z UID:10001434-1755023400-1755030600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 14\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 12\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 9\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 14\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 11\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 8\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 13\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 10\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 8\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllRegistrant 1(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email(Required)\n \n Registrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n 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 accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Foster Care Adoption Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-adoption-parent-support-group/2025-08-12/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20250417T160005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T161115Z UID:10001462-1755090000-1755100800@chlss.org SUMMARY:B.E.S.T. (Basic Education for Safe Travel) DESCRIPTION:This hybrid course combines interactive online learning with hands-on instruction from a certified car seat safety technician. The cost of this class is $25 per person. Locations vary. \n  \nThis class is also a great option for parents\, grandparents\, or any caregivers who want to learn more about transporting children safely.  If you are licensed to provide foster care (or childcare) for children aged 8 or younger\, this course is required every 5 years. \nB.E.S.T. takes approximately 2 hours to complete. The first hour takes place online. You will receive access to a learning management system and be guided through an interactive Car Seat Basics presentation. You must complete this presentation prior to attending the second hour of training. After completing your online coursework\, you will attend an in-person session with a certified car seat technician. Instruction will take place at YOUR vehicle. If you have a car seat(s)\, this may be used for instruction\, otherwise\, Children’s Home will provide seats for you to practice with. In-person locations vary. Please sign up for an in-person date and location that works best for you. You will receive a certificate of completion during your in-person session. \nView & Register for an upcoming B.E.S.T. course URL:https://chlss.org/event/b-e-s-t-basic-education-for-safe-travel-2-2/2025-08-13/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Website-Event-Pic-4.png 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:20250814T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T154024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011157Z UID:10001461-1755162000-1755165600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nIn 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. \nYou 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. \nIf you cannot adhere to these expectations\, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the required live check-in schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the first live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system. Links to the Zoom check-ins are found in the content within the online learning management system.\n \n \n Tuesday; 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/05\, 5/12/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Wednesday; 5/06\, 5/13\, 5/20\, 5/27/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Thursday; 5/21\, 5/28\, 6/04\, 6/11/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)\n 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\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-online/2025-08-14/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012822 CREATED:20230803T150628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154813Z UID:10001372-1755194400-1755199800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Support Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nParticipants 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. \nMeeting Details\nThis 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. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Adult Adoptee Support Group\n \n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n In-Person | April 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | June 11\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | August 13\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | October 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 12\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | December 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n 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 accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Adult Adoptee Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/adult-adoptee-support-group/2025-08-14/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR