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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T180000
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:For all Ampersand-affiliated adoptive\, pre-adoptive\, and kinship caregivers. Caregivers are invited to share their experiences and get support from other caregivers while youth participate in an activity supervised by Ampersand Families staff. Dinner is provided for all. Invites go out approximately 2 weeks before the event. Hybrid option available. Please RSVP to mina@ampersandfamilies.org.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/caregiver-roundtable/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:Ampersand Families Office\, 1751 County Rd B West Suite 300\, Roseville\, 55113
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240123T221356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T130028Z
UID:10002758-1763715600-1763830800@permanencyhubmn.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 
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-3/2025-11-21/
LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240617T142406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T142406Z
UID:10000657-1763717400-1763766000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
DESCRIPTION:1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month\n9:30-10:45 am on Zoom\nFacilitator:  Janet Salo\, Kinship Navigator \nProviding education\, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development\, relationships with adult children\, understanding trauma\, mental health resources and more!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/virtual-kinship-support-education-group-2/2025-11-21/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20251110T205158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T205158Z
UID:10002922-1763722800-1763728200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Kinship Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Kinship Support Group is a monthly meeting for Kinship Caregivers. During the in-person sessions\, light snacks and refreshments will be provided. EVOLVE’s Kinship Support Group will be facilitated by Cierra Buckner\, LSW\, from the Institute to Transform Child Protection\, in partnership with EVOLVE. Each session will be at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation (451 Lexington Parkway N\, St. Paul\, 55104) in the Merriam Park 2410 space. \nDates\nNovember 21\, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/kinship-support-group-3/
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="EVOLVE Family Services":MAILTO:umoja@evolveservices.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002285-1763931600-1763935200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-11-23/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T193940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T193940Z
UID:10002076-1764009000-1764014400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support (evening)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Katie Neuman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support-evening/2025-11-24/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240124T173522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T113657Z
UID:10001357-1764072000-1764077400@permanencyhubmn.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 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.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/parents-of-adopted-adults-support-group-2/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T194110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T152707Z
UID:10002136-1764093600-1764099000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Central MN Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Join our in-person support group for foster\, adoptive\, and kinship caregivers in St Cloud and surrounding area.\nChildcare and dinner are provided.\nPre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to pre-register.\nLocation: 1300 W. St. Germain St. Room 268 \nFacilitated by Katie Nueman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-central-mn-parenting-support/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Great River Regional Library\, 1300 W. St. Germain St.\, St. Cloud\, 56301
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001533-1764147600-1764153000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-11-26/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T194145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194145Z
UID:10002196-1764185400-1764190800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Rainbow Families Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual support for LGBTQIA2S+ adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-rainbow-families-support/2025-11-26/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002286-1764536400-1764540000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-11-30/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T192052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192052Z
UID:10001444-1764597600-1764603000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Parenting Teens & Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly parenting support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers of youth and young adults.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-parenting-teens-young-adults/2025-12-01/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011516Z
UID:10002806-1764608400-1764612000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and 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. \nCouples may complete their education together or pursue it separately. Either way\, each participant must attend the entirety of their chosen track. \nIn this track\, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning\, you will participate in a required\, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators each week. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-education-classes-online/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240131T143517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T153731Z
UID:10000823-1764615600-1764622800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Share and Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Support Groups are an excellent tool where families are able to share experiences and encourage each other in a confidential\, non-judgmental setting.  Support Groups are facilitated by North Homes case managers\, with years of experience in both adoption and foster care fields.  It is an opportune time for families to network\, problem solve\, and gather information on available resources and trainings.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/share-and-support-group/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20251020T123018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T123018Z
UID:10002815-1764676800-1764682200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:The Nightmare of Sleep Problems
DESCRIPTION:Sleep and bedtime challenges can be exhausting for both youth and parents. This webinar will provide an overview of the different types of youth sleep and bedtime challenges with significant attention placed on how child neglect and trauma can impact sleep and bedtime behaviors. Several case studies will be presented along with considerations on how parents might respond to sleep and bedtime challenges.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/the-nightmare-of-sleep-problems/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20251029T193710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T193710Z
UID:10002827-1764676800-1764682200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding and Supporting Adoptees\, Fosterees and their Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: Understanding and Supporting Adoptees\, Fosterees and their Heritage\nTuesday\, Dec. 2 from 12-1:30 pm (CT) via Zoom\nThis webinar covers the fundamentals for being a great parent to a child with heritage different from your own. Isaac Etter will cover his personal adoption experience\, heritage and its relation to adoptees. \n  \nPresented by Isaac Etter \nIsaac Etter is an adoptee and social entrepreneur dedicated to reshaping how we support adoptive families. Adopted at the age of two\, Isaac brings both lived experience and professional insight to his work as the founder of Parenting Different.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/webinar-understanding-and-supporting-adoptees-fosterees-and-their-heritage/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250930T122908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T122908Z
UID:10002802-1764694800-1764702000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Family Winter Celebration Bemidji Area
DESCRIPTION:North Homes Children and Family Services will host four free Family Winter Celebrations in Bemidji\, Duluth\, Grand Rapids\, and Thief River Falls. Come enjoy free bowling\, pizza and fun for the whole family.  See more details in the link. \n 
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/family-winter-celebration-bemidji-area-2/
LOCATION:Bemidji Bowl\, 3455 Laurel Dr. NW\, Bemidji\, 55744
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Youth (11-18),FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001534-1764752400-1764757800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-12-03/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T233000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20251020T123047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T123047Z
UID:10002816-1764756000-1764804600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Your Story
DESCRIPTION:Every story holds the power to heal\, connect\, and inspire change. In this workshop\, Madilyne Harmston\, a licensed independent clinical social worker\, former foster youth\, and adoptee\, shares her own journey to demonstrate how personal storytelling can become a powerful tool for resilience and transformation. \nMadilyne Harmston is a therapist\, speaker\, and advocate who believes in the transformative power of stories. As a former foster youth and adoptee\, she knows firsthand how trauma can shape identity and how sharing our stories can bring healing\, hope\, and connection. Today\, Madilyne integrates her lived experience with her professional role as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and child protection worker to inspire change in the child welfare system.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/the-power-of-your-story/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240701T155137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T195818Z
UID:10001311-1764871200-1764878400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Kinship Parenting and Building Resilience
DESCRIPTION:This training acknowledges the complexities associated with Relative/Kinship caregiving through fostering and adoption. Topics will include divided loyalties\, redefining roles and relationships\, setting boundaries with parents and other relatives\, the range of emotions caregivers can feel and how children who have experienced trauma\, separation\, or loss can impact a caregiver’s own well-being. Strategies for how to manage family dynamics and conflicts\, identify triggers and effectively manage stress are shared. \nThis training is for Ampersand kinship caregivers who are completing the home study assessment process. Please consult with your permanency specialist before signing up. \nAll trainings are subject to change and cancellation based on need.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/kinship-parenting-and-building-resilience/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference\, conference@wearefamiliesrising.org
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T181954Z
UID:10002822-1764925200-1764950400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:This education option is the balance between the in-person and online 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 a guest speaker section of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning. Following the in-person session\, you will finish by viewing content from two more guest speakers\, closing online material\, and a post-test.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240617T142122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T142122Z
UID:10000598-1764927000-1764932400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
DESCRIPTION:1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month\n9:30-10:45 am on Zoom\nFacilitator:  Janet Salo\, Kinship Navigator \nProviding education\, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development\, relationships with adult children\, understanding trauma\, mental health resources and more!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/virtual-kinship-support-education-group/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20240207T170204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T164506Z
UID:10001218-1765015200-1765020600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Kinship Support and Education Groups
DESCRIPTION:Our Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers- those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child.  We offer both virtual and in-person group sessions.  Virtual sessions occur the first and third Friday of every month\, while the in-person sessions take place the first Saturday of every month. \nJoin us when you can for mutual support\, ideas.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/in-person-kinship-support-and-education-groups/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Peace Lutheran Church\, 4512 France Ave N\, Robbinsdale\, 55422
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250930T122938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T122938Z
UID:10002803-1765029600-1765036800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Family Winter Celebration Duluth Area
DESCRIPTION:North Homes Children and Family Services will host four free Family Winter Celebrations in Bemidji\, Duluth\, Grand Rapids\, and Thief River Falls. Come enjoy free pizza and fun for the whole family at the Trampoline Park.  See more details in the link.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/family-winter-celebration-duluth-area-2/
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Youth (11-18),FAMILY CALENDAR
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031120
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002287-1765141200-1765144800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-12-07/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031121
CREATED:20240124T174030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T112459Z
UID:10001394-1765216800-1765222200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Pride Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The group was created to provide foster and adoptive caregivers who are part of the LGBTQ+ 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.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/lgbtq-caregiver-support-group/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031121
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011516Z
UID:10002814-1765270800-1765274400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and 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. \nCouples may complete their education together or pursue it separately. Either way\, each participant must attend the entirety of their chosen track. \nIn this track\, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning\, you will participate in a required\, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators each week. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-education-classes-online/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031121
CREATED:20251104T183204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T183204Z
UID:10002854-1765281600-1765285200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Sharing Your Values with the Youth in Your Care
DESCRIPTION:Sharing Your Values with the Youth in Your CareTues Dec 9 and Wed Dec 10 (two parts)12 noon- 1 pm\nResearch shows that if young people understand family values around healthy development\, decision making\, and relationships\, they are more likely to follow them; however\, many families do not discuss their values\, often because they have not had the chance to reflect on them. This workshop offers participants the opportunity to do just that\, as well as identifying the factors that have shaped their personal values and how those values have changed over time. The goal of this workshop is to help families feel more prepared to have values conversations with the young people in their lives. \nTrainer Bios:\nSonja Fernández was born and raised in Caguas\, Puerto Rico. Their main passions are social justice\, human rights\, restorative/transformative practices and writing/storytelling. In addition to working for liberation at all their intersections\, they love music\, coffee\, and spending time with their family and their dog Benito. They earned a BA in Political Sciences from the University of Puerto Rico and a Juris Doctor from the UPR School of Law. Since 2017\, they have worked as a legal researcher and writer\, a site facilitator for the Hennepin County\, a as an educator and a Restorative Facilitator and Trainer. \nLy Baumgardt started with the SELF team at the start of 2025 and has been an educator since 2015. Before LSS\, Ly co-founded the local nonprofit TIGERRS and works as their coordinator alongside his role at LSS. It has worked with interACT and THIS around policy\, education\, medical trainings\, and peer healthcare\, and has been a youth worker and youth educator for the past seven years. Ly loves roller skating\, cats\, podcasts about antizionist Jewish vampires\, making quizzes\, the concept of ghosts (but not really)\, and questionably bad music.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/sharing-your-values-with-the-youth-in-your-care/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031121
CREATED:20250930T123014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T123014Z
UID:10002804-1765299600-1765306800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Family Winter Celebration Grand Rapids Area
DESCRIPTION:North Homes Children and Family Services will host four free winter celebrations in Bemidji\, Duluth\, Grand Rapids\, and Thief River Falls. Come enjoy free pizza and fun for the whole family. See the attached link for more details.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/family-winter-celebration-grand-rapids-area-2/
LOCATION:Thunder Alley XL\, 1401 E US Hwy 169\, Grand Rapids\, 55744
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Youth (11-18),FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T031121
CREATED:20250303T192738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192738Z
UID:10001880-1765344600-1765393200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Transracial Families Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our in-person support for caregivers & youth in transracial families. Youth will engage in a separate activity while caregivers meet. Refreshments provided.\nChildcare provided for youth 8 and under.\nPre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to register.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin\, Youth Engagement Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-transracial-families-support/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Eagan Community Center\, 1501 Central Parkway\, Eagan\, 55121
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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