Category: Retention Events

  • Veterinary Skills Workshop- September 24th

    Veterinary Skills Workshop- September 24th
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    Join CAFAF and the Connecticut Humane Society for a fun and interactive Veterinary Skills Workshop designed for youth! This engaging evening features two age-appropriate sessions focused on kindness, animal care, and responsible pet ownership: 5:00 PM – Kind Kids (Grades 2–5): Youth will learn the importance of being kind to both people and pets through

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  • Yale Peabody Museum and CAFAF Science Explorers- June 20th

    Yale Peabody Museum and CAFAF Science Explorers- June 20th
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    Calling All Science Explorers! 🔬🦎 Join CAFAF and the Yale Peabody Museum for an exciting, hands-on morning of science exploration designed for students in grades 2–6! Youth will dive into the fascinating world of animal adaptations, discovering how animals survive and thrive through unique physical and behavioral traits. Then, they’ll become geology detectives, exploring and

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  • Hartford Athletic Soccer Game May 9th

    Hartford Athletic Soccer Game May 9th
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    Hartford Athletic vs. Detroit City FC Saturday, May 9, 2026  7:00 PM KickoffTrinity Health Stadium250 Huyshope AveHartford, CT 06106 Join us for an exciting night of soccer as Hartford Athletic takes on Detroit City FC! Bring your family and enjoy a fun evening out at Trinity Health Stadium. Event Details: Cost: $8 per person Youth ages

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  • CT State Police- Parent AI, Social Media and Gaming Zoom- May 6th

    CT State Police- Parent AI, Social Media and Gaming Zoom- May 6th
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    This presentation is designed for parents, caregivers, teachers, and professionals who work with students. It will provide an in-depth look at current social media platforms and trends, popular video games and gaming systems, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence in students’ lives. This training meets the criteria for DCF Post Licensing Training Register at:

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  • Asian Watercolor Painting Caregiver Night- April 18th

    Asian Watercolor Painting  Caregiver Night- April 18th
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    Asian Watercolor Painting: Caregiver Night Take a break, unwind, and enjoy a peaceful evening of creativity with fellow caregivers. Join us for a relaxing Asian watercolor painting night where you’ll learn simple techniques and create your own beautiful piece—no experience needed! Who Can Attend This event is open to foster, adoptive, kinship, and special study

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  • Talking Teens: April 2026- April 18th

    Talking Teens: April 2026- April 18th
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    🧘‍♀️ Beginner Adult and Teen Yoga Class (Ages 11–18) Talking Teens Supportive Spaces is excited to invite foster teens to a relaxing and empowering Beginner Yoga & Meditation Class in New Haven, CT! 📅 Date: April 18, 2026⏰ Time: 12:00-2:00 PM📍 Location: New Haven, CT (address will be sent upon registration) This beginner-friendly class is

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  • CCSU x CAFAF Planetarium Show- April 17th

    CCSU x CAFAF Planetarium Show- April 17th
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    Connecticut Central State University (CCSU) and the Connecticut Alliance of Foster & Adoptive Families (CAFAF) are excited to invite our families on a cosmic journey with a special Planetarium Show! This immersive space experience is recommended for explorers ages 5 and up. Mission Date: Friday, April 17, 2026 Launch Time: 5pm 📍 Mission Coordinates: CCSU

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