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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T183000
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UID:10000491-1794940200-1794943800@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:PWNL Waiting Parent Meeting (November)
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to Barker approved prospective adoptive parents.  Topics related to older child adoption are discussed. \nTo learn more or register\, please contact Caitlin Alfaro – calfaro@barkerfoundation.org
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/pwnl-waiting-parent-meeting-november/
CATEGORIES:Older Child Information Meeting,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T201500
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20251116T223207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T001542Z
UID:10000413-1795028400-1795032900@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:PWNL/Older Child Discussion Group (Nov)
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any parent that has adopted a child ages 5 and up\, or who has been matched/placed through Project Wait No Longer (PWNL). \nTo learn more or register\, please contact Michelle Valdivia – mvaldivia@barkerfoundation.org
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/pwnl-families-parent-support-group-nov-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20251110T223614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T154643Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Discussion Group (November 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This discussion group is open to adoptees 18 years of age and older. The purpose of the group is to give adoptees an opportunity to discuss their feelings\, concerns\, and questions about being adopted. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed Nov 18\, 2026 – 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Victoria Alves\, (301) 664-9664\, valves@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/adult-adoptee-discussion-group-november-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Adoptee,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260117T210633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T150720Z
UID:10000444-1795032000-1795035600@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:International Adoption Information Meeting (November)
DESCRIPTION:During this informative session\, our experienced adoption professionals will cover various topics\, including: – The international adoption process. – Barker’s country programs. – The eligibility criteria. – The necessary paperwork involved. – Barker’s home study and post-placement services You will also get the chance to hear from a family who has successfully adopted a child internationally. Whether you’re just beginning your adoption journey or have already started the process\, this meeting will provide you with valuable resources and support. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed\, Nov 18\, 2026 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Kelli Olive\, (301) 664-9664\, kolive@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/international-adoption-information-meeting-november-2/
CATEGORIES:International Information Meeting,Prospective Parent International Adoption
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barker Adoption Foundation":MAILTO:info@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260117T211501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T150910Z
UID:10000447-1795113000-1795116600@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Older Child Adoption from Foster Care Information Meeting (November)
DESCRIPTION:Attend Barker’s free information meeting and panel presentation lead by our older child adoption from foster care program team – Project Wait No Longer. Hear directly from those with lived experience and be inspired by the stories of perseverance that will be shared by individuals touched by adoption! If you want to learn more about how you can become a family for a waiting child\, this session is for you. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Thu\, Nov 19\, 2026 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM \nOrganizer: Marilyn Rippetoe\, mrippetoe@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/older-child-adoption-from-foster-care-information-meeting-november-2/
CATEGORIES:Older Child Information Meeting,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261203
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260311T184542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T190734Z
UID:10000487-1796169600-1796255999@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Infant/International Waiting Parent Meetings (December)
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to Barker approved prospective adoptive parents.  Current topics related to domestic and international adoption are discussed. \nTo learn more or register\, please contact Caitlin Alfaro – calfaro@barkerfoundation.org
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/domestic-infant-international-waiting-parent-meetings-december/
LOCATION:Barker Adoption Foundation\, 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260117T214031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T211723Z
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SUMMARY:Considerations in Transracial Adoption Training
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, pre-adoptive parents considering transracial adoption or parents already parenting transracially will be provided with the necessary tools to begin thinking about the obligations they have\, as parents\, to their transracially adopted children. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Sat\, Dec 5\, 2026 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM \nOrganizer: Virginia Downes\, (301) 664-9664\, vdownes@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/considerations-in-transracial-adoption-training-4/
CATEGORIES:Educational Workshops,Events for Adoptive Youth,Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260117T205434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T150846Z
UID:10000440-1796668200-1796675400@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:General Adoption Information Meeting (December)
DESCRIPTION:Exploring adoption? This is the right place to start. Join us for a free\, virtual General Adoption Information Meeting. Agency staff will describe each of our programs: – Domestic Infant Program – Older Child Adoption from Foster Care Program (Project Wait No Longer) – Domestic Dual Program – International Program – Post-Adoption Support and Services You will also hear from a family\, who has completed the process speak about their experiences and answer questions. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Mon\, Dec 7\, 2026 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/general-adoption-information-meeting-december/
CATEGORIES:General Adoption Information Meeting,Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260119T210651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T210651Z
UID:10000474-1796756400-1796761800@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Adopted Young Adults Monthly Discussion Group (December 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of discussion and support! This discussion group is targeted to the needs of parents of young adults who are beyond high school age 18+ and will focus on issues related to young adulthood. The group is facilitated by a Barker staff social worker. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Tue\, Dec 8\, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nOrganizer: Elana Lindner\, elindner@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/parents-of-adopted-young-adults-monthly-discussion-group-december-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T201500
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20251116T230044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T001508Z
UID:10000421-1796842800-1796847300@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:PWNL/Older Child Discussion Group (Dec)
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any parent that has adopted a child ages 5 and up\, or who has been matched/placed through Project Wait No Longer (PWNL). \nTo learn more or register\, please contact Michelle Valdivia – mvaldivia@barkerfoundation.org
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/pwnl-families-parent-support-group-dec-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PWNL-Families-Parent-Discussion-Group.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20260119T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T203848Z
UID:10000464-1796929200-1796934600@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Birth Parent Monthly Discussion Group (December 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This Group is open to anyone who has placed a child for adoption or is considering making an adoption plan. The purpose of the group is to provide a place where birth parents can talk about their experiences\, and share their feelings and thoughts with others who have made the same decision. The group is facilitated by a Barker staff social worker. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Thu\, Dec 10\, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nOrganizer: Elana Lindner\, (301) 664-9664\, elindner@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/birth-parent-monthly-discussion-group-december-2026/
CATEGORIES:Birth Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221418
CREATED:20251110T222418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T154720Z
UID:10000400-1797449400-1797454800@barkeradoptionfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Discussion Group (December 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This discussion group is open to adoptees 18 years of age and older. The purpose of the group is to give adoptees an opportunity to discuss their feelings\, concerns\, and questions about being adopted. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed Dec 16\, 2026 – 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Victoria Alves\, (301) 664-9664\, valves@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/adult-adoptee-discussion-group-december-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Adoptee,Support/Discussion Groups
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