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International Adoptive Families
is a support group for families who adopt children from other countries. We provide information and support to people considering international adoption, beginning the process, or waiting for their child. We hold monthly meetings regarding the physical and emotional health of institutionalized children, and dealing with the paperwork. We welcome returning families or arriving children at the airport.
For more information contact us
Click here to print off a 2009-10 membership form if you wish to join the support group.
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Lunar New Year 2010. Mark your calendars for our fabulous annual Lunar New Year party which will be held on Saturday February 13, 2010 at First and Calvary Presbyterian Church in Springfield from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.
The Lunar New Year is an important part of our Asian children’s heritage, celebrated in China, Taiwan, Korea and Vietnam. 2010 is the Year of the Tiger. All families, including relatives and friends, are invited to join in the festivities. If you are considering adopting from Asia, or waiting for a referral, this will be a great opportunity to meet adoptive families.
We will begin with Asian crafts and activities for all ages, and free tiger facepainting, and then take our annual Group Photograph. We will then enjoy a Chinese buffet. This year, events after lunch will feature a Kung Fu Demonstration by Fu Hok Studio, who will then lead the children in a Lion Dance. Hing Wah Hatch will demonstrate the traditional ribbon dancing and then all the children can join in. Every child will get the traditional Lucky Envelope.
Once again, the store will be selling a wide variety of inexpensive items with an Asian theme. If you have Asian books, toys, ornaments, souvenirs, outgrown traditional outfits, etc, please donate them to the store. Contact Sheri Biser by calling 887-9167, or emailing sdbiser@msn.com For further information about the event, please contact Sandy Frye at 890-0730, or smyfrye@sbcglobal.net
If you have not received our mailing, or have mislaid it, please use the registration form as found in the 2010 January -February Newsletter and enclose your check with it.
NEW! Saturday Basic Chinese School
Classes on Saturdays at Hill Hall, Missouri State University
Taught by Chinese students
Innovative, interactive and age-appropriate teaching
Director: Linda Sun
Please see the October 2009 Newsletter for DETAILS of all the class offerings.
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