Calendar of Events
Join us for Rockland County's FIRSTAPC monthlymeeting
February 29th, 2020 | 7:00PM
Free parking is available across the street in the high school parking lot.
Refreshments will be served please RSVP to jamesandmara2adopt@gmail.com
7PM APC Orientation
Learn all about APC and upcoming events
8PM Successful Agency or Private Independent Adoption
Learn the differences and similarities between private agency and private independent attorney adoptions.
Approval, finding prospective birthparents; the process, precertification, openness and relationships before and after with the birth family,
Come and hear some pointers and how to's from Joy & Michael Goldstein, Adoptive Parents, Professionals & APC members for over 35years. Have all your questions answered tonight!!!
Speakers
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Joy S. Goldstein, LCSW, ACSW, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Forever FamiliesThroughAdoption (FFTA) in Rye Brook, N
- Michael S. Goldstein, Esq., LCSW (Adoption Attorney & FFTA co-founder)
Location:
New City Ambulance Corps
200 Congers Rd, New City, NY
www.adoptiveparents.org
Shop Smart - Do Good Charity Day at Eastchester Lord & Taylor
March 8th, 2019 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Purchase your tickets now for only $5 a piece.
Each ticket includes a 15% off savings pass to be used all day on regular
and sale priced items - including cosmetics and fragrances.
In addition, each ticket includes a special 25% off bonus coupon for one
regular or sale priced item (some restrictions may apply)
FFTA receives 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales- so go ahead SHOP SMART- DO GOOD!
ZUMBA - Dance for the children benefit
July 27th, 2022 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Location:
95 Dearborne Avenue
Rye, New York
Teen and Young Adult Adoption Panel
March 6th, 2021
Join APC for a virtual meeting at 7:15 full of lots of support,
followed by a special panel providing adoptee perspectives on the good,
bad and challenging aspects of adoption.
This is not to be missed!
Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. We look forward to seeing you!
2022 ADOPTIVE PARENTS (VIRTUAL) CONFERENCE
November 20th, 2022
Conference participants have the opportunity to attend numerous workshops, seminars, and panel discussions. Led by professionals and experts in the adoption field -including attorneys, social workers, physicians, adoptive parents,
agency representatives, adoptees and educators -the workshops provide up-to-date information as well as a forum for discussions. This event is open to anyone,and registration includes RECORDINGS OF ALL THE WORKSHOPS.
For more information about the Adoptive Parents Committee visit APCs website http://www.adoptiveparents.org and visit the APC Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Adoptive.Parents
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
Jne 23rd, 2021 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
July 14th, 2021 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Rye Brook Community Tag Sale
May 20th, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Rain Date: May 21th, 2023
Forever Families Through Adoption (FFTA) & Foster Teen Employment Network (FTEN) are renting spaces for
The Village of Rye Brook's community tag sale event taking place!
There are 20 spaces available to rent at 62 Bowman Ave.
sporting goods, children's books and home goods in good condition.
100% of the proceeds benefit FTEN & FFTA.
IRONMAN: Help Sam Karliner Support Forever Families Through Adoption, Inc. One Step At A Time
July 25th, 2021 | All Day
Please help in supporting and donating to FFTA. Sam will do the 140.6
miles of swimming, biking, and running. We need you to spread the
word to all your friends and families... Send an email to your contacts,
tell them about your involvement with adoption and FFTA and share your personal story.
Click here to Learn more about Sam and Ironman and donate
Do Good With Chipotle
December 11th, 2022 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at our restaurant for a fundraiser to support Forever
Families Through Adoption. Bring in this flyer, show it on
your smartphone or tell the cashier you're supporting the
cause to make sure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated
to Forever Families Through Adoption.
Location:
Chipotle
100 South Ridge Street
Rye Brook, NY
Adoptive Parents Committee Mini Conference
April 30th, 2022 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Saint Francis College in Brooklyn, New York
Register here
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
June 7th, 2021 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
July 20th, 2022 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Pizza with a purpose @ California Pizza Kitchen
January 20th, 2020 | All Day
Bring in the below flyer, present it to your server, and we'll donate 20% of your check to Forever Families Through Adoption. Purchases include dine in, take out, catering and all beverages.
Valid at the following location:
California Pizza Kitchen
365 Central Park Ave
Scarsdale NY 10583
(Just north of Hartsdale Post office)
914-722-0600
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
September 14th, 2022 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
March 27th, 2023 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
2023 ADOPTIVE PARENTS COMMITTEE ANNUAL CONFERENCE
May 7th, 2023
Conference participants have the opportunity to attend numerous workshops, seminars, and panel discussions. Led by professionals and experts in the adoption field -including attorneys, social workers, physicians, adoptive parents,
agency representatives, adoptees and educators -the workshops provide up-to-date information as well as a forum for discussions. There will be over 60 worksops on all aspects of adoption, adoption-related exhibits and a book store.
Early Bird Pricing: available until April 15! REGISTER TODAY
Current Members - $35 (plus fees) for conference
Renewing Members - $40 (plus fees) for conference and membership renewal
Non-Members - $60 (plus fees) for conference and membership
Additional tickets - $35 (plus fees)
Pricing goes up $10 after April 15
For more information about the Adoptive Parents Committee visit APCs website
http://www.adoptiveparents.org and visit the APC Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/Adoptive.Parents
"The Last Teardrop" Documentary Screening
May 13th, 2023
Join the FFTA Staff for a Documentary Screening of The Last Teardrop, followed by a Q&A Panel Discussion.
The Last Teardrop is the incredible journey of Bobby Wilson, a singer and entertainer who gained critical acclaim for his
remarkable stage recreation, Little did Bobby know that his tribute performances would lead him on a journey of self discovery and family drama.
The screening will be held at AMC Port Chester:
40 Westchester Avenue
Port Chester, NY 10573
Visit the official website http://www.thelastteardrop.com and purchase tickets at https://fan-force.com/screenings/the-last-teardrop-amc-port-chester-14-new-york-13-may/
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
May 15th, 2023 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Rye Brook Community Tag Sale
May 20th, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Rain Date: May 21st, 2023
Forever Families Through Adoption (FFTA) & Foster Teen Employment Network (FTEN) are renting spaces for
The Village of Rye Brook's community tag sale event taking place!
There are 20 spaces available to rent at 62 Bowman Ave.
100% of the proceeds benefit FTEN & FFTA.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
July 12th, 2023 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
August 29th, 2023 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
IRONMAN 70.3 New York
September 23rd, 2023
Location: Jones Beach
FFTA's Board Secretary Sam Karliner is participating in the Ironman 70.3 at Jones Beach.
Join FFTA for a beach day of fun to support Sam the Ironman!
Adoptive Parents Committee Mini Conference
Saturday, November 18th, 2023 | Doors Open: 4:30 PM
Location: St. John's University
The Adoptive Parents Committee will be hosting a Mini Adoption Conference with choices of 8 different workshops available.
Register here
Do Good with Chipotle Fundraiser
January 14th, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Chipotle 100 S. Ridge Street, Rye Brook, NY 10573
Join us at Chipotle for a fundraiser to support Forever Families Through Adoption!
Bring in this flyer, show it on your phone, or tell the cashier you're supporting the cause to make sure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated to FFTA.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know - Zoom Meeting!
May 7th, 2024 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: ZOOM Meeting
DOMESTIC AGENCY ADOPTION - FREE Information Session
Registration is required. Please use email below to register.
35th Annual New York State Foster Care & Adoption Conference
May 9th & 10th, 2024
Location: The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY
The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York returns with the 35th Annual New York State Foster Care and Adoption Conference!
For over three decades, the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York's annual statewide conference has provided an opportunity for foster/kinship care/adoptive parents to
be inspired, network and learn about the latest in the field. Aimed at parents and professionals alike, the conference brings leaders in the child welfare field to New York and offers
a variety of topical workshops designed to deepen the knowledge of attendees, help to form connections with other parents and professionals and give attendees tools they can bring home
and share in their community. Nationally-known plenary speakers and workshop presenters share their knowledge and expertise to help participants gain perspective, increase skills, and
learn to appreciate the positives.
Please visit AFFCNY's website for more information.
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know @ Portchester - Rye Brook Library
February 11th, 2020 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
This free event is open to anyone interested in or involved with the adoption process, including professionals, community members, expectant parents, adoptive or potential adoptive parents, and adoptees. Come learn about the domestic adoption process and meet the staff of FFTA. FFTA is authorized in CT and NY.
Location:
One Haseco Avenue
Port Chester, New York 10573
(914) 939-6710
www.portchester-ryebrooklibrary.org
BOWLING: Family Fun with FFTA
November 6th, 2022 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Forever Families Through Adoption in celebrating your forever family with Bowling, Breakfast, Raffles and Fun!
Location:
Scarsdale Golf Club Bowling Alley
1 Club Way
Hartsdale, NY 10530
