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Upcoming Events
**All events (including childcare) are free unless otherwise noted.**
Thursday, May 8, 6:00-8:00pm Women who conceived with donor sperm or eggs often need help strategizing about how to help their children understand their biological origins. We will address developmentally appropriate language that can help children of all ages integrate knowledge of the donor side of their origins while strengthening their life-long bond with their lesbian parent(s). We will also discuss donor siblings and how to negotiate these relationships and different strategies for children with known and unknown donors. Dinner will be provided. For free childcare, contact Julia at julia@ourfamily.org or 415-981-1960. Location: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market St at Octavia Blvd, San Francisco
Saturdays, May 10, June 14, 9:30am Childcare and kids activities, 10:00am Adult discussion Expand your circle of LGBTQ parents, swap parenting tips, and explore concerns shared by all parents as well as those of special interest to our families. Help your kids build lasting friendships with other children growing up with LGBTQ families. Discussion topics are April: Class, May: Pragmatic Parenting, June: Queer Families 101. For free childcare, contact Julia at 415-981-1969 or julia@ourfamily.org. Location: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market St at Octavia Blvd, San Francisco
Sunday, May 11, 1:00-4:00pm A day for ALL families to learn about each other at the Oakland Museum of California. Activities, games, performance, and films that reflect and celebrate families with adopted, mixed race, and LGBTQ members. Location: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St, Oakland
Saturdays, May 17, June 21, 10:00am-12:00pm Are you or your partner a transgender parent? Or thinking about becoming a parent? The Transgender Parent Support Group is an opportunity to connect with your peers and get mutual support. The group will meet every third Saturday of each month. First half hour will be spent socializing, with the remaining time dedicated to group discussion. Drop-ins are welcome, but ongoing attendance helps to establish group rapport. Rosa Reinkainen has been working with the LGBTQ population for over 10 years. She works extensively with LGBTQ parenting. Rosa is also a queer parent and brings her parenting experiences and knowledge into her work in this area. For free childcare, contact Julia at julia@ourfamily.org or 415-981-1960. Location: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market St at Octavia Blvd, San Francisco
Saturdays, May 17 & 31, June 14 & 28, July 12, 2:00-4:00pm Our Family Coalition, Pact, and iPride are convening a support group that will offer a supportive educational environment to LGBTQ adoptive parents and caregivers. This group will meet for 6 Saturdays, every other week, starting in May. Each group session will offer LGBTQ parents an opportunity to explore their feelings about transracial adoptive parenting in a safe and nurturing setting, with a focus on developmentally appropriate approaches to their family's issues. The cost for 6 sessions is a suggested sliding scale of $90-$120, no one turned away for lack of funds. You can still register online for the remaining sessions. Free children's' programming with childcare provided by the Center's KidSpace. For more information, contact Julia at julia@ourfamily.org or 415-981-1960. Location: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market St at Octavia Blvd, San Francisco
Sunday, May 18, 11:00am-1:00pm Join us as we gather for a Transgender Family Picnic! This will be a great opportunity to meet other transgender families – including transgender and gender non-conforming parents, children, youth, and adults with transgender parents, other family members, prospective trans parents, and allies. We will also celebrate the release of "Kids of Trans Resource Guide," (KOT) created by COLAGE's Kids of Trans Fellow, Monica Canfield-Lenfest. The guide is the first of its kind – a valuable publication by and for people with transgender parents! If you can't attend but would like a copy of the KOT Resource Guide, please e-mail Monica at kidsoftrans@colage.org. Please bring something for the grill and drinks for your family. There will be plenty of condiments, buns, and side dishes to share. RSVP by May 15th to Monica at monica@colage.org. Location: Dolores Park, Dolores St btwn 18th and 20th Sts, San Francisco
Sunday, May 18, 3:00-5:30pm LEARN IT, DO IT! Do you have questions about the differences between domestic partnership and second parent adoption? At this hands-on workshop, two expert attorneys will describe adoption processes, answer your questions, and help you prepare the adoption paperwork. If you’re not ready for adoption but want information about the process, attend the fi rst hour presentation and Q&A. Remaining time will be spent preparing forms. For free childcare, contact Lisa at lisa@ourfamily.org or 510-332-0496. Location: Bananas, 5232 Claremont Ave, Oakland
Sunday, May 18, 2:00-5:00pm Join us for Berkeley’s 9th Annual LGBT community Pride celebration brunch. There will be food and drinks from local restaurants, entertainment, and local politicians. Bring your family, friends and kids for this terrific yearly community event! At this year’s Berkeley Pride, Our Family Coalition will provide a Family Garden with face painting and more family friendly activities. Admission is $20 and includes food and drinks, but no one turned away for lack of funds. Location: Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St, Berkeley
Tuesdays, May 27, June 24, 10:30am-12:00pm Join East Bay LQBTQ parents for a daytime playgroup and discussion at Tumble & Tea, where kids can play and parents can enjoy a cup of coffee and adult conversation. $5 suggested donation per child, but no one turned away for lack of funds Location: Tumble & Tea, 4210 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
Saturday, May 31, 10:30am-12:00pm Join us for our first workshop in collaboration with Family Builders. Topics will include attachment, developmental milestones, empathy as a form of discipline, and more. Meet and discuss important issues with other LGBTQ adoptive parents. For free childcare, contact Julia at julia@ourfamily.org at 415-981-1960 by May 27th. Location: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market St at Octavia Blvd, San Francisco
Saturday, May 31, 5:00-7:00pm Join us for an evening of dance and fun at Kids ’N Dance’s Oakland studio. An evening of dancing, music, and socializing for kids, their LGBTQ parents, and allies. Light snacks will be provided. RSVP to Lisa at lisa@ourfamily.org or 510-332-0496 by May 27. Location: Kids ’N Dance, 3841 Mac Arthur Blvd, Oakland
Sunday, June 1, 5:00-7:00pm Expand your circle of East Bay LGBTQ parents, swap parenting tips, and explore concerns shared by all parents as well as those of special interest to our families. Your kids will have a great time—keep your infants with you while all other kids get a chance to play in the Habitot Children's Discovery Museum. Dinner will be provided for children only. For free childcare, contact Lisa at lisa@ourfamily.org or 510-332-0496. Location: Habitot Children’s Discovery Museum, 2065 Kittredge St, Berkeley
Saturday, June 7, 4:30-6:30pm Expand your circle of LGBTQ parents, swap parenting tips, and explore concerns shared by all parents as well as those of special interest to our families. Help your kids build lasting friendships with other children growing up with LGBTQ families. Discussion topics are May: Pragmatic Parenting, June: Queer Families 101. For free childcare, contact Julia at 415-981-1969 or julia@ourfamily.org. Location: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market St at Octavia Blvd, San Francisco
Sunday, June 22, 1:05pm Enjoy stadium treats and a great game in the company of other LGBTQ families. A great event for families with older children. OFC has reserved a block of seats at a special rate of $7 per ticket. Please RSVP to Lisa at lisa@ourfamily.org or 510-332-0496 for your tickets by June 13th. Location: McAfee Coliseum, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland
Tuesday, June 17, 6:30-7pm Potluck, 7:00-8:00pm Discussion Are you a prospective parent? If so, this is the perfect opportunity to meet and network with other LGBTQ prospective parents. These monthly get-togethers switch between San Francisco and the East Bay. This is a potluck, so remember to bring your favorite creation. OFC will bring material on resources and agencies that can help on your road to parenthood. June Location: The Ella Baker Center, 344 40th St, Oakland
Saturday, June 28, 10:30-1:00am At our second combined meeting of the year we will be decorating posters for Sunday’s Pride Parade. Bring your favorite brunch dish to share. Help your kids build lasting friendships with other children growing up with LGBTQ families. Location: South playground at San Francisco Pride at the corner of Larkin and Grove Sts, San Francisco |
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