Family Events

 Annual Kids Connection Conference
Each Spring since 1995, the Center for Adoptive Families hosts its annual "Kids Connection Conference," a celebration for adoptive families living in the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Each year, we design a new program that includes exciting and educational activities for children, as well as presentations on topics of interest for parents. Over 100 children and their families participate each year in this one-of-a-kind event!

Children participate in small group activities, with arts and crafts, discussion, and music exercises, exploring adoption topics within a safe and structured setting. Parents have the opportunity to listen and participate in discussions with professionals, and network with other adoptive parents. Above all, parents and children make new friends, spend a fun-filled day together, and experience the power of family!

We welcome all school-age children (ages 5-16) who are members of adoptive families -- including biological siblings, foster children, step-children, cousins, etc.). Childcare is offered for children ages 3 and up.

The Kids Connection Conferences are developed by licensed mental health providers and educators who have special training and expertise in adoption. The Conference also offers a HUGE selection of books on adoption, parenting, and cultures, as well as ethnic arts and crafts from Eastern Europe. 

SAVE the DATE!

Sunday, March 29, 2009