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SUMMARY:Parenting: The Early Days - Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:New to parenting? Have an infant at home? Expecting and ready to talk about it? This group is for you! This peer support space is for new parents\, whether you’re preparing to welcome a child into your home or have already added to your family. \nThis group is meant for folks to connect\, building community\, and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, joys\, questions & tools for coping- this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group is facilitated by Ash Dasuqi\, RN\, CPM—a trans genderqueer midwife\, childbirth educator\, critical care nurse\, and parent. They created a trauma-informed\, evidence-based childbirth preparation curriculum called the Embodied Birth Class (www.embodiedbirthclass.com) that is open to all people while centering the experience of first-time pregnant and birthing queer/transgender individuals navigating birth and self-advocacy in and out of the hospital. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram to learn more. \n  \nUse the form below to RSVP and receive log-in information: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/parenting-the-early-days-peer-support-space/2023-01-03/
CATEGORIES:Early,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on November 15 at 6pm CT/7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, VP of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nAngie Beltsos\, M.D.\, Kindbody\nHeather Ross\, J.D.\, Ross & Zuckerman\, LLP\n\nWe will discuss: \n\nWorking with known and unknown sperm donors\nInsemination at home and in a clinic\nFertility 101\nLegal suggestions for protecting your future family\n\nClick here to register for this event. \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-4/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on October 20 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, VP of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nRuby Booras\, Seattle Reproductive Medicine\nAmira Hasenbush\, All Family Law\n\nWe will discuss: \n\nWorking with known and unknown sperm donors\nInsemination at home and in a clinic\nFertility 101\nLegal suggestions for protecting your future family\n\nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-2/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on September 13 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Allison Bloom\, Reproductive Endocrinologist with Main Line Fertility\nRebecca Levin Nayak\, JD \, Partner at Jerner Law Group\n\nWe will discuss: \n\nWorking with known and unknown sperm donors\nInsemination at home and in a clinic\nFertility 101\nLegal suggestions for protecting your future family\n\nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-3/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Parenthood: Beyond Pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:Are you pregnant or preparing to welcome a baby into your family? Join Family Equality on March 3 at 7pm ET/4pm PT for a fun and educational event all about the things you should consider when you’re expecting. During our time together\, panelists will cover topics like:  \n\nNewborn stem cell preservation \nPlacenta release & use\nFeeding your infant\nSleep support for newborns.\n\n  \nOffering insight\, sharing experiences\, and answering your questions\, our panelists include:  \n\nJaime Shamonki\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer at Cord Blood Registry \nMoss Froom\, of Moss the Doula\nNikki Helms\, of the San Diego Community Birth Center\nJessica Gonzales\, of Heart of Houston \n\nClick here to register for this event.  \n  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for free newborn stem cell preservation plus 1 year of storage from Cord Blood Registry.  \n  \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \n  \nNeed an ASL interpreter? Email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-parenthood-beyond-pregnancy/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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SUMMARY:Black to School: LGBTQ+ Parents and Allies Navigating Race in the School System
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Equality for an important conversation about navigating race in the Texas school system\, with special guests Stacey and Cheralyn Stevenson\, Melanie Maine\, Jackie Juarez\, and Sonya Parker Goode\, facilitated by Luna Malbroux of Joy Channel. In this hour-long “roundtable” discussion\, these amazing advocates share their experiences as LGBTQ+ parents and allies raising children of color in Texas—from deciding which schools to attend to advocating for their children in and out of the classroom. \nTune in on Facebook or Youtube at the time of the event.  \nWe are so grateful to have Luna Malbroux of the Joy Channel facilitating this discussion. To learn more about the Joy Channel\, click here.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/black-to-school-lgbtq-parents-and-allies-navigating-race-in-the-school-system/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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SUMMARY:The Pride + Joy of LGBTQ+ Parenting: A Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Family Equality for an entertaining conversation about the pride and joys of LGBTQ+ parenthood with special guests Dan Bucatinsky\, Mario and Monte Foreman-Powell\, Justine Gonzalez\, Sabrina Jalees\, and Max Mutchnick. In this hour-long “roundtable” discussion\, these amazing advocates explore the ways that being LGBTQ+ has shaped their parenting journeys\, offer advice for other parents\, and share their hopes for the future of LGBTQ+ families. 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/the-pride-joy-of-lgbtq-parenting-a-roundtable-discussion/
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on December 16 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\n\nDr. Nina Resetkova\, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Boston IVF \n\n\nRebecca Levin Nayak\, JD\, Partner at Jerner Law Group in Philadelphia \n\n\nScott Brown\, VP of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences \n\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-12-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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SUMMARY:Storytime with Jonathan Van Ness & Ourshelves
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Jonathan Van Ness\, Family Equality and OurShelves\, a queer-owned diverse kids’ book box service and advocacy effort\, for a special reading of Peanut Goes for the Gold. Bookmark this page or tune in on Facebook at the time of the event to watch!  \nAbout OurShelves \nOurShelves is a queer-owned diverse kids’ book box service and advocacy effort. They seek to connect existing hard-to-find\, high-quality diverse stories with those seeking them. They also aim to empower families\, teachers and librarians to offer children the most beautiful stories that both ignite imagination and wonder and reflect our values of equity\, inclusion\, social justice\, love\, and fun.  Learn more about the stories inside their boxes. \nOurShelves also connects the expertise of families\, teachers\, and librarians – about what diverse content is still missing in kids’ books – with publishers to advocate for the creation of more diverse books. Learn more about how they’re harnessing consumer power to accelerate change in the picture book industry. \nAbout Family Equality \nFamily Equality advances legal and lived equality for LGBTQ+ families\, and for those who wish to form them\, through building community\, changing hearts and minds\, and driving policy change. Family Equality believes every LGBTQ+ person should have the right and opportunity to form and sustain a loving family\, regardless of who they are or where they live. Learn more at familyequality.org.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/storytime-with-jonathan-van-ness-ourshelves/
CATEGORIES:The Neighborhood,Whole Family,Younger Kids
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SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
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SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T203000
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SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
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SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T233000
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family (West Coast)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on September 30 at 7pm PT for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Temeka Zore from Spring Fertility\nAmira Hasenbush\, Esq. from All Family Legal\nMarea Goodman from Restore Midwifery\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-west/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20201211T215102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001158-1631214000-1631217600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T203000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195956Z
CREATED:20200406T193536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195956Z
UID:10001182-1628794800-1628800200@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210622T235010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001134-1626980400-1626984000@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Family Equality & The LEGO® Group Family Build-A-Long
DESCRIPTION:Family Equality and The LEGO® Group are excited to host this family building session. You’ll get the chance to learn from a LEGO fan creator and connect with other LGTBQ+ families in this free virtual event. LEGO DOTS sets will be mailed directly to participants to ensure they have the appropriate pieces to build-along-at home. Space is limited so register by July 11th\, and don’t forget to tell your friends! \nRegistration for this event is closed.  \n  \nNote: Family Equality and The LEGO® Group will be offering two build along sessions. Because space is limited and the programs are the same\, please only register for one of the two sessions. Thank you! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/family-equality-and-lego-family-build-along/
CATEGORIES:Teens and Young Adults,The Neighborhood,Whole Family,Younger Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T140000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210622T235312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001135-1626786000-1626789600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Family Equality & The LEGO® Group Family Build-A-Long
DESCRIPTION:Family Equality and The LEGO® Group are excited to host this family building session. You’ll get the chance to learn from a LEGO fan creator and connect with other LGTBQ+ families in this free virtual event. LEGO DOTS sets will be mailed directly to participants to ensure they have the appropriate pieces to build-along-at home. Space is limited so register by July 11th\, and don’t forget to tell your friends! \nRegistration for this event is closed.  \n  \nNote: Family Equality and The LEGO® Group will be offering two build along sessions. Because space is limited and the programs are the same\, please only register for one of the two sessions. Thank you! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/family-equality-lego-family-build-a-long/
CATEGORIES:Teens and Young Adults,The Neighborhood,Whole Family,Younger Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T203000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210610T195305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001136-1626723000-1626726600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Talking To Your Kids About Sex: For Families with Youth 9+
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to talking to your children about sex\, our motto is: Talk early\, talk often! That’s right—we believe parents are the most influential sex educators for their children. From toddlerhood to the teenage years\, there are millions of opportunities for you to start conversations in a way that will lead to healthy attitudes and outcomes. Join Family Tree Clinic’s Sex Educator\, Lindsey Hoskins\, to learn more about how to communicate with your children about sexuality in a way that is healthy and developmentally appropriate. If the thought of “the talk” makes your palms sweat a little\, this workshop is for you! \nThis workshop will be geared towards parents/caregivers of children 9 years old and older. \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nLindsey Hoskins is a deeply committed sex nerd with a degree in Sex Education. She dove into this work in 1999 and fell in love with helping folks get comfy and start talking about topics that can often be challenging. Lindsey joined Family Tree in 2002 and is now the Director of Health Education. Lindsey is most proud of the peer sex-ed program she started for queer and trans teens and her work with parents of young children. Lindsey is happiest when teaching puberty\, and don’t even get her started on lube. In 2017\, her book\, Principles of Pleasure: Working with the Good Stuff as Sex Therapists and Educators\, was released. Her mother is very proud.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/talking-to-your-kids-about-sex-for-families-with-youth-9-2/
CATEGORIES:Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T140000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210624T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001137-1626699600-1626703200@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Story & Activity Time with Ourshelves
DESCRIPTION:Family Equality & Ourshelves are excited to highlight one of our favorite stories: When Aidan Became a Brother. Join author Kyle Lukoff for an exclusive storytime\, then stick around for a drawing activity with illustrator Kaylani Juanita. You won’t want to miss this awesome opportunity! Visit this page on July 19 at 1pm to watch or tune in on Facebook or Youtube!  \nKaylani Juanita is a picture book illustrator and writer. She received the Stonewall Book Award 2020 for WHEN AIDAN BECAME A BROTHER and a Coretta Scott King Illustration Honor 2021 for MAGNIFICENT HOMESPUN BROWN (written by Samara Cole Doyon). Follow Kaylani on Instagram to learn more.  \nKyle Lukoff is a children’s book author and former librarian. He has written several books including a new middle-grade novel TOO BRIGHT TO SEE as well as WHEN AIDAN BECAME A BROTHER\, for which he also received the 2020 Stonewall Book Award. Follow Kyle on Facebook\, and Twitter to learn more.  \nOurShelves Diverse Kids Books is a queer-owned diverse kids’ book box service and advocacy effort. Follow Ourshelves on Facebook and Twitter to learn more. 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/story-activity-time-with-ourshelves/
CATEGORIES:The Neighborhood,Whole Family,Younger Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T210000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210602T191921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001138-1626202800-1626210000@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family (South)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on July 13 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Quinton Scott Katler\, Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility Fellow at Emory University in Atlanta\, GA\nElizabeth Swartz\, JD\, Founder of Elizabeth F. Schwartz\, PA in Miami\, FL\nCharlie Rae Young\, LM\, CPM\, CLC\, owner of Barefoot Birth in Tampa\, FL\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-south/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T190000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210628T200109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001139-1626199200-1626202800@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Sesame Street Kids Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun time with your friends from Sesame Street! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and tune in to watch one of our favorite episodes about Oscar the Grouch tackling school. You also won’t want to miss Big Bird’s road trip and meeting his friend Grayson from Dallas\, Texas! \nThis session is brought to you by WarnerMedia\, a long-time Family Equality friend & sponsor! \nTo register for this event\, click here. 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/sesame-street-kids-time-2/
CATEGORIES:The Neighborhood,Whole Family,Younger Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T203000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210610T195621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001140-1626118200-1626121800@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Talking To Your Kids About Sex: For Families with Youth 0-8
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to talking to your children about sex\, our motto is: Talk early\, talk often! That’s right—we believe parents are the most influential sex educators for their children. From toddlerhood to the teenage years\, there are millions of opportunities for you to start conversations in a way that will lead to healthy attitudes and outcomes. Join Family Tree Clinic’s Sex Educator\, Lindsey Hoskins\, to learn more about how to communicate with your children about sexuality in a way that is healthy and developmentally appropriate. If the thought of “the talk” makes your palms sweat a little\, this workshop is for you! \nThis workshop will be geared towards parents/caregivers of children 0-8 years old. \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nLindsey Hoskins is a deeply committed sex nerd with a degree in Sex Education. She dove into this work in 1999 and fell in love with helping folks get comfy and start talking about topics that can often be challenging. Lindsey joined Family Tree in 2002 and is now the Director of Health Education. Lindsey is most proud of the peer sex-ed program she started for queer and trans teens and her work with parents of young children. Lindsey is happiest when teaching puberty\, and don’t even get her started on lube. In 2017\, her book\, Principles of Pleasure: Working with the Good Stuff as Sex Therapists and Educators\, was released. Her mother is very proud.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/talking-to-your-kids-about-sex-for-families-with-youth-0-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T203000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195956Z
CREATED:20200406T193536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195956Z
UID:10001181-1626116400-1626121800@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-07-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210708T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20201211T215102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001157-1625770800-1625774400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20210226T200826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001149-1625598000-1625601600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210617T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20201211T215102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001156-1623956400-1623960000@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210612T203000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195956Z
CREATED:20200406T193536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195956Z
UID:10001180-1623524400-1623529800@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:QPOC and Partners Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This space is intended to be a facilitated peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of color and their partners. Attendees will have an opportunity to share ideas for supporting themselves and their families during this difficult time. The session will also be a space to share frustrations\, victories\, or simply connect with other POC parents. \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/qpoc-and-partners-peer-support-space/2021-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Parents,QPOC,The Neighborhood
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