Events

Upcoming Post Adoption Resource Center Events

Each month, Post Adoption Resource Center staff plan events that will provide adoptive families with opportunities to meet and connect. All Post Adoption Resource Center events are free for families with finalized adoptions (and members of their immediate household), unless otherwise stated.

Families are asked to complete an Event Waiver & Release prior to any event with a higher risk level (ie swimming, bounce houses, etc.). Waivers will be available at each event; however, if you prefer to fill out the waiver ahead of time, please print, complete, and bring the waiver with you and give to the PARC representative.

Download the Release, Waiver and Indemnity Agreement

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9 Bean Rows

9000 E Duck Lake Rd

Suttons Bay, MI 49682

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Adoptive Parents' Coffee Connect at 9 Bean Rows

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 08/27/2026
Join PARC at 10:00 am for some encouraging conversation and time to connect with other adoptive parents. Please RSVP by August 25 to [email protected].

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Hop Cat

2183 E Beltline Ave NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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Adoptive Moms' Night Out at Hop Cat

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, 08/31/2026
Adoptive moms, join PARC for dinner at 6:30 pm. Spots are limited; please RSVP early to secure your place. Please RSVP to [email protected].

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Caregiving Network

200 W Grove St

Midland, MI 48640

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Foster Midland Support Group at Caregiving Network

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, 09/08/2026
Adoptive parents, you are welcome to join Foster Midland for their collaborative community support and outreach group. Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month and consist of a shared meal, introductions, communication updates, and training. Kids are welcome to come and eat, and then go downstairs with approved oversight, to play. Contact [email protected] for more details.

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Frederik Meijer Gardens

1000 E Beltline NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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Adoptive Family Fun Event at Meijer Gardens

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM, 09/09/2026
Meet PARC staff near the atrium entrance at 10:00 am to receive your tickets. Open to the first 20 people who RSVP. RSVP to [email protected].

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Pizza Ranch

1848 E Sherman Blvd

Muskegon, MI 49444

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Adoptive Parents' Lunch at Pizza Ranch

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 09/10/2026
Join PARC for lunch at 11:30 am. Please RSVP by emailing [email protected].

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Main Street Pub

52879 N Main St

Mattawan, MI 49071

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Adoptive Parents' Lunch at Main Street Pub

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 09/10/2026
Join PARC and other adoptive parents for lunch at 1:00 pm. Please RSVP by emailing [email protected].

Northern Michigan Support Group

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, 09/10/2026
All foster and adoptive parents are invited to join this virtual support group, held the 2nd Thursday of each month. It is a welcoming space to share challenges, celebrate wins, connect with others, and discover helpful resources for your family. For more information, email [email protected].

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Peegeo's

525 High Lake Rd

Traverse City, MI 49696

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Adoptive Parents' Lunch at Peegeo's

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 09/15/2026
Adoptive parents are invited to enjoy lunch and connecting with other adoptive parents. RSVP by September 14 to [email protected].

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The Village Café

111 S Brownson Ave

Kingsley, MI 49649

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Adoptive Parents' Coffee Connect at The Village Café

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 09/17/2026
Join PARC and fellow adoptive parents for a time of uplifting conversation, shared support, and meaningful encouragement. Please RSVP by September 16 by emailing [email protected].

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Panera Bread

3067 W Shore Dr

Holland, MI 49424

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Adoptive Parents' Coffee & Conversation at Panera Bread

10:00 AM - 11:30 PM, 09/17/2026
Join PARC for coffee at 10:00 am. Please RSVP by emailing [email protected].

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Bethany Christian Services

901 Eastern Ave NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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Adoptive Parents' Training, "Rooted IN Regulation: Self Care for Adoptive Families and Professionals" at Bethany Christian Services

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 09/18/2026
PARC invites you to join this training with Dr. Stephanie Grant. She will help us understand what realistic self care looks like in our roles and how we can support our own regulation, even as we regularly give so much to support the children we care for. Register at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/eungh0mKk7.

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Wildflour Bakery

105 S Mitchell St

Cadillac, MI 49601

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Adoptive Parents' Lunch at Wildflour Bakery

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 09/22/2026
Adoptive parents are invited to enjoy lunch and connecting with other adoptive parents. Please RSVP by September 21 by emailing [email protected].

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Southwestern Michigan College

58900 Cherry Grove Rd

Dowagiac, MI 49047

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Cass County Family Expo

3:00 PM - 6:30 PM, 09/24/2026
Bring your family and learn about local resources and enjoy face painting, a photo booth, music, food, games, and raffle prizes.

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9 Bean Rows

9000 E Duck Lake Rd

Suttons Bay, MI 49682

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Adoptive Parents' Coffee Connect at 9 Bean Rows

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 09/25/2026
Join PARC at 10:00 am for some encouraging conversation and time to connect with other adoptive parents. Please RSVP by September 24 to [email protected].

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Culver's

1180 W Superior St

Wayland, MI 49348

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Adoptive Parents' Lunch at Culver's

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 09/25/2026
Join PARC for lunch at 11:30 am. Please RSVP to [email protected].

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Olive Garden

3030 Alpine Ave NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49544

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Adoptive Moms' Night Out at Olive Garden

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, 09/28/2026
Adoptive moms, join PARC for dinner at 6:30 pm. Spots are limited; please RSVP early to secure your place. Please RSVP to [email protected].

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Factory Man Roasting House

708 Boon St

Traverse City, MI 49686

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Adoptive Parents' Coffee Connect at Factory Man Roasting House

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 09/29/2026
Join PARC at 10:00 am for some encouraging conversation and time to connect with other adoptive parents. Please RSVP by September 28 to [email protected].

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Panera Bread

3260 Niles Rd, Suite A

St Joseph, MI 49085

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Adoptive Parents' Lunch at Panera Bread

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM, 09/30/2026
Join PARC and other adoptive parents for lunch at 12:30 pm. RSVP by emailing [email protected].

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Pahl's Country Store

11168 N M-37

Buckley, MI 49620

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Adoptive and Foster Family Fun Day at Pahl's Country Store

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, 10/01/2026
All adoptive and foster families are invited to celebrate the Fall season with a hayride, farm animals, corn maze, pumpkin picking, and a sweet treat. RSVP by September 28 to [email protected].

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Knaebe's Apple Farm

2621 S Karsten Rd

Rogers City, MI 49779

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Adoptive and Foster Family Fun Event at Knaebe's Apple Farm

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 10/02/2026
Adoptive and foster families are invited to join us for a fun evening including a guided tour, wagon ride, visits with farm animals, playground time, and delicious cider and donuts. RSVP to [email protected] by September 28.
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