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SUMMARY:80 Years of Barker — Then. Now. Always.
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, November 1st\, from 6:00–9:00 p.m.\, we invite you to join us at Imagination Stage in Bethesda for a night filled with joy\, reflection\, and community as we celebrate Barker’s 80th Anniversary. \nFor eight decades\, Barker has stood as a place where families are formed\, stories are honored\, people are respected\, and everyone touched by adoption finds understanding\, belonging\, and care. The evening will bring together friends\, families\, and supporters to celebrate our rich history and ensure our services remain strong for generations to come. \n✨ Evening Agenda:\n\n5:45 p.m. — Registration\n6:00 p.m. — Reception\n7:00 p.m. — Program\n8:00 p.m. — Celebration\n\nPurchase Tickets! \n\n✨ With special guest Alison Larkin\nWe are excited to welcome back Alison Larkin—a Barker adoptee\, internationally acclaimed comedian\, bestselling author\, and award-winning audiobook narrator—as our featured performer for the 80th Anniversary Celebration. \nAlison will speak and share excerpts from her hit solo show Grief…A Comedy with music by Emmy Award–winning composer Gary Schreiner\, bringing both laughter and hope to our evening. \nAlison’s story and artistry embody the spirit of Barker: resilience\, connection\, and the power of community. \n\n✨ The evening also includes:\nA Raise-the-Paddle Fundraiser\, giving every guest the chance to directly support Barker’s mission and make a lasting impact for children\, families\, and the entire adoption constellation. Community\, connection\, and celebration\, as we look back with gratitude and forward with hope. \nThis is an adult only event – consider it Cocktail Casual. Dress up but come comfortable! No stuffy ballrooms or banquet tables. Think high-tops\, passed apps\, drinks\, a beautiful program\, and dessert to follow. \nThis is a night of honoring the past while investing in the future. Whether you attend in person or join virtually\, your presence helps keep Barker’s services available to all who need them. \n\n✨ Important details:\n\nAdults only | Cocktail attire\nLivestream tickets available for those unable to attend in person\nTickets: $180 Individual | $80 Virtual\n\n\nUnable to attend?\nYou can still make a meaningful gift at Barker’s website. \nSponsorship packages\, program ad space\, and tributes are available for purchase. Please contact development@BarkerFoundation.org for more information. \nTogether\, let’s raise a glass—and raise our paddles—to the next 80 years.
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/80-years-of-barker-then-now-always/
LOCATION:Imagination Stage\, 4908 Auburn Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD 20814\, 4908 Auburn Avenue\,\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Adult Adoptee,Birth Parent,Child or Teen Adoptee,Professional,Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care,Special Events
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