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SUMMARY:Spring Forward Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Just for foster\, adoptive and kinship families and family-serving professionals\, this annual event has it all! Activities for the children and youth\, while parents and caregivers enjoy personal and professional development. Lunch provided. \nRegistration open now! Click the link below for more event information\, registration\, and sponsorship information. \nBusinesses\, providers\, organizations\, agencies are invited to sponsor Spring Forward Family Fun Day! Learn more HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/spring-forward-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:GMU Science and Tech campus\, 10900 University Blvd\, Manassas\, VA
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training,Youth and Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T190000
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SUMMARY:A Season of Thanks\, A Celebration of Families Event
DESCRIPTION:FFF invites you to a special event honoring families formed through foster care\, adoption and kinship care. Join the FFF Board and staff for a relaxing evening celebration. The free event will include activities for children\, games for all\, raffle prizes\, food and social time.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/a-season-of-thanks-a-celebration-of-families-event/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T154140Z
UID:10002585-1759662000-1759676400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Apple Picking Day with FFF
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF for our annual Formed Families Apple Picking Day at Stribling Orchard. The Orchard is open 9 AM to 5 PM; FFF will have a table and games from 11 AM – 3 PM. Families formed through foster care\, adoption and kinship care will get a special band for a discount on all apples purchased.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/apple-picking-day-with-fff/
LOCATION:Stribling Orchard\, 11587 POVERTY HOLLOW LANE\, MARKHAM\, VA\, 22643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T190000
DTSTAMP:20250527T225244Z
CREATED:20250501T012232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T225244Z
UID:10002535-1754067600-1754074800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Summer Family Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Foster\, adoptive and kinship families are invited to join FFF for our annuaul Summer Family Picnic on Friday\, August 1 at Southside Park in Vienna.  The event is FREE but REGISTRATION is required\, see link below. \nWe will reconnect\, relax\, and play. There will be a service project and activities for the whole family followed by dinner. \nMain dishes (pulled pork and chicken sandwiches\, and mac and cheese) and drinks will be provided; we ask families to bring a side dish or dessert to share. \nFollowing dinner\, young children will enjoy a surprise entertainer. \n**New this year** teens will participate in a special activity: “Thinking Outside of the Box & Into the Future.” Participating teens (13 and older) will receive an Amazon gift card! \nParents and caregivers will have time to talk with each other and visit our exhibitors. NOTE: Parents and caregivers are responsible for supervision of their children at all times. This is NOT a drop-off event. \nThis year’s picnic will be at Southside Park\, located at 1315 Ross Dr. SW\, Vienna\, VA\, 22180 (Enter park from Ware St. SW). Restrooms will be available. \nDownload EVENT FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-summer-family-picnic/
LOCATION:Southside Park\, Vienna\, 1317 Ross Drive SW\, Vienna\, VA\, 22180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Youth and Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T150000
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UID:10002536-1749384000-1749394800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Together Fairfax event
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for a Healthier Fairfax and the Fairfax County Park Authority invite you to Healthy Together Fairfax\, a lively\, interactive event dedicated to promoting healthy and active lifestyles. Rain or shine\, the event will take place on Sunday\, June 8\, 2025\, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Franconia Park (6601 Telegraph Rd\, Alexandria\, VA 22310). \nThis FREE event is perfect for families and offers a variety of activities for all ages! Enjoy health screenings\, access to community services and resources\, Story Space with V.I.P. readers\, fitness classes\, and hands-on learning experiences. Explore the trails and playgrounds at Franconia Park\, take a ride on the carousel\, and dive into our four exciting wellness tracks: Physical\, Environmental\, Social\, and Emotional. Each track is packed with engaging activities and organizations that will inspire and motivate you towards a healthier lifestyle! \nFormed Families Forward will be there! Stop by our table for a great\, sensory-friendly kid activity.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/healthy-together-fairfax-event/
LOCATION:Franconia Park\, 6601 Telegraph Rd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T140000
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UID:10002464-1746261000-1746280800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Spring Forward Foster\, Adoptive and Kinship Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Foster\, adoptive kinship families and family-serving professionals are invited to the 2025 Spring Forward Foster\, Adoptive and Kinship Family Fun Day on Saturday\, May 3 from 8:30 AM – 2 PM. Our theme is Together We Can: Strengthening Your Family Through Community.  Tickets include admittance to sessions\, activities\, and a lunch. \nThis year\, Spring Forward will be held at the Science and Technology Campus of George Mason University in Manassas.  While parents\, caregivers and professionals are enjoying sessions presented by experts in education and support of foster\, adoptive and kinship families\, children age 4-9 will take part in outdoor activities organized by Camp Sarraka while youth ages 10 and up will engage in GMU’s outdoor experiential challenge course “The EDGE”. \nFor adults\, the day begins with keynote Fostering Community: Overcoming Isolation\, Finding Strength in Connection & Building Your “Tribe” presented by Leigh C. McInnis\, LPC\, Executive Director\, Newport Academy\, Virginia. \nFollowing the Keynote\, families will choose from an incredible line up of breakout sessions presented by education and disability experts and FFF staff. \nSPRING FORWARD SCHEDULE FOR PARENTS\, CAREGIVERS and PROFESSIONALS \n8:30am – 9:00am – REGISTRATION \n9:00am -10:15am – WELCOME and KEYNOTE “Fostering Community: Overcoming Isolation\, Finding Strength in Connection & Building Your ‘Tribe’ ” \n10:15am -10:30am – break and exhibits \n10:30am – 11:40am  – BREAKOUTS SESSION A. \n11:40am – 11:50am – break and exhibits \n11:50am – 1:00pm – BREAKOUTS SESSION B. \n1:00pm – 2:00pm – LUNCH  (families eat together outside under tent) \nDownload FLYER HERE. \nLearn more at our registration site\, link below.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/spring-forward-foster-adoptive-and-kinship-family-fun-day-2/
LOCATION:GMU Science and Tech campus\, 10900 University Blvd\, Manassas\, VA
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training,Youth and Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20250224T005153Z
CREATED:20250224T004207Z
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UID:10002467-1742918400-1742932800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Old Dominion Pizza Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Our philanthropy partner Alpha Xi Delta- Iota Alpha Chapter at George Mason University is hosting a fundraiser at Old Dominion Pizza in Fairfax city.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/old-dominion-pizza-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Old Dominion Pizza\, 3950 University Dr.\, Suite 102\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T170000
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UID:10002285-1726995600-1727024400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Apple Picking with FFF
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF for a family apple picking day at Stribling Orchard in Markham\, VA. 50% discount on the apples you pick. \nFFF will be there with games and information. \nSee flyer for all the specifics! No reservations required. \nDownload FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/apple-picking-with-fff/
LOCATION:Stribling Orchard\, 11587 POVERTY HOLLOW LANE\, MARKHAM\, VA\, 22643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T193000
DTSTAMP:20240622T015827Z
CREATED:20240622T015144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240622T015827Z
UID:10002280-1722619800-1722627000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Formed Families Forward\, this summer fun family event is an your opportunity to connect in person\, help others through service\, play\, dine\, relax and have fun! \nWe kick off with a brief community service activity for the whole family. Then all will enjoy a picnic dinner under the pavilion. Main dishes (pulled pork and chicken sandwiches\, and mac and cheese) and drinks will be provided; we ask families to bring a side dish or dessert to share. Following dinner\, young children enjoy a magic show while teens and young adults may choose to connect in a fun activity of their own! \nParents and caregivers will have time to talk with each other and visit our exhibitors. \nThe picnic will be held at Nottoway Park (Note: this is a different venue than in previous years). The park features restrooms\, a playground\, sport courts and walking trails. We will be at Shelter A. \nUpon registration\, additional information will be sent about the community service project. \nDownload the FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-summer-picnic/
LOCATION:Nottoway Park\, 9537 Courthouse Rd.\, Vienna\, Virginia\, 22181
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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