National Adoption Month/Day

[Christine Mitchell]

Hi everyone,

I am curious if anyone is doing anything special (projects or marketing) for National Adoption Month and or National Adoption Day in November. I know Sherrie and Carrie are having people read Forever Fingerprints (and sending out the book with other materials). Anyone else?

I sent my book to some agencies that are holding National Adoption Day events (these are mostly geared toward foster care adoptions).

Also, is anyone else in California? I have thought it would be a good idea to team up with other adoption authors for book signings, but I think we are all spread out a bit.

Christine

[Laura Christianson]

Christine,

I am booking speaking events during the month of November at bookstores, libraries, churches, and with adoption groups. My publicists are working hard to get me booked on radio shows. Since both my adoption-themed books recently released, its a great time to kickoff my book promotion.

Here are my upcoming events:

All About Adoption
Thurs, Sept. 27
7-8:30 p.m.
Seattle
University Presbyterian Church, 4540 15th Avenue NE, Seattle; 206-524-7301, ext. 164 or www.upc.org.

Invite friends who are considering adoption to this free event:
Browse the latest adoption resources and collect information from regional adoption agencies. I will give a short presentation/reading, and will have autographed copies of my books available for sale (check or cash) at special discount prices.

Refreshments will be served, and children are welcome.

Adoption Information Fair
Sat., Oct. 6
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Kirkland, WA
Evergreen Hospital Education Center, Rooms Tan 100/101
12040 NE 128th Street. Kirkland, WA 98034; 425-899-1000, www.evergreenhealthcare.org

Free event! Attend mini-workshops, meet adoption agency reps, adoption attorneys, counselors, and specialists; learn about adoptive parent support groups, search and reunion programs, and more! I’ll be exhibiting my books at the Fair and would love to chat with you!

Kitsap Adoption Group
Sat., Oct. 27
9-11 a.m.
Poulsbo, WA (location TBA, but probably the Poulsbo Fire Station)

Bring your kids to this free adoptive families social event. First hour: socializing/kids’ play. Second hour: I’ll be sharing my family’s adoption story, doing a short reading from my books, and will have my books available for purchase (cash or check) at special discount prices.

I’m Interested in Adopting. Where Do I Start?
Sat., Oct. 27
2-3 p.m.
Silverdale, WA Barnes & Noble
10315 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale, WA 98383; 360-698-0945

Are you thinking about adopting a child but don’t have a clue how to begin? Or do you have friends who are adopting and you need to know how to support them? During this free, interactive workshop, you’ll learn everything you always wanted to know about adoption, but were afraid to ask. I’ll be teaching the workshop, the followup Q & A, and will be signing copies of my books.

I’m Interested in Adopting. Where Do I Start?
Sat., Nov. 10
2-3 p.m.
Snohomish, WA Public Library
Community Room, 311 Maple Street, Snohomish, WA 98290; 360-568-2898, www.sno-isle.org

Are you thinking about adopting a child but don’t have a clue how to begin? Or do you have friends who are adopting and you need to know how to support them? During this free, interactive workshop, you’ll learn everything you always wanted to know about adoption, but were afraid to ask. I’ll be teaching the workshop and will have copies of my books available to sell. If you don’t feel like spending $$, you can check my books out from the Sno-Isle library system.

[Patricia Irwin Johnston]

Christine, don't leave out the private agencies and parent groups! They often do awareness events or projects. Several parents groups around the country have purchased multiple copies of a single PPInc title to give to all branch libraries in a city in recognition of Adoption Awareness Month. Try this link on PPInc's site for some ideas http://www.perspectivespress.com/adoptionawareness.html

Pat

[Christine Mitchell]

Hi Pat,

Thanks so much! I printed your article and it has some great ideas! I think I will (at least) donate some adoption books to local libraries and schools, write a letter to the editor, and use the 'Adopting A Child' postage stamp (I didn't know about this). I also like the idea of distributing Adoption Info. flyers or posters that can be posted on community bulletin boards, and taking your social worker to lunch (I'll do this too!). I'll pass your article along to other adoptive families as well. Thanks again.

Christine

[Joanna Freitag]

Hi Christine,

I'm in North Carolina and throughout the state we are scheduling viewings of a documentary called "Unlocking the Heart of Adoption". If anyone is in NC and would like to attend, please go to www.familytreefinders.org and click on events.

Joanna