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  • DSRF: Divorced & Separated Rainbow Families

    • 07/07/2025
    • 12/01/2025
    • 5 sessions
    • Virtual
    • 16
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    Divorced & Separated Support Group

     The Divorced & Separated Support Group is a peer-based, informal support group for divorced or separated LGBTQ+ parents going through divorce or separation (or who already are divorced).    Non-parents are welcome to participate, with the understanding that discussions will include topics of parenthood & divorce/separation.

    This is an excellent  opportunity to come together as a community to discuss and share resources, laugh and learn about commonalities and differences, as well as dig deeper into the experiences that unite us.    Meetings held virtually.

    Available to participants nationally.  Rainbow Families membership not required
    first Monday of every month, 8:00pm ET

    NO COST for Rainbow FamilIes members | $40 for non-members     



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  • QPOCX at Winter Wonderland, Boro Tysons VA

    • 12/06/2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • The Boro Tysons - 8350 Broad St. Tysons, VA 22102
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    QPOCX at Winter Wonderland, Boro Tysons VA
    Saturday, December 6th 12:00 - 3:00 PM
    1:30 PM Photo Meet-Up with Rainbow Families QPOCX!
    The Boro Tysons - 8350 Broad St. Tysons, VA 22102

    Join Rainbow Families' Queer Parents of Color Connection (QPOCX) at the Winter Wonderland at Boro Tysons in Virginia. Wear your Rainbow Families yellow wristband or snag one at the event from RF staff. This event is free and open to the public, however the meet-up is for queer parents of color and their families to connect.

    Register with Rainbow Families and RSVP for your sport with Boro Tysons here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-wonderland-at-the-boro-tickets-1963577091940?aff=oddtdtcreator.

    Event highlights:
    • Free hot chocolate
    • Large Gingerbread Inflatable Slide
    • Stocking decorating station
    • DIY reindeer food bag making for Santa's sleigh team
    • Holiday craft stations for kids of all ages
    • Giveaways and festive surprises
    • Photo moments and seasonal backdrops for the perfect holiday memory
    • A visit from Santa himself!


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  • Virginia December Playdate

    • 12/07/2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Benjamin Banneker Park, 6620 18th St N, Arlington, VA 22205
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    Virginia December Playdate*

    Sunday, December 7th, 2025
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Benjamin Banneker Park
    6620 18th St N, Arlington, VA 22205

    These casual get-togethers are vital for our community to come together to chat, talk about schools, diapers, shoes, anxiety - whatever you want! Please come along to this wonderful park and meet some other local Rainbow Families. More dates and locations to come. *Weather permitting (will not be held if raining or too cold)

    *NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*

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  • Ice Skating Meet-Up

    • 12/14/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Westpost Outdoor Ice Skating, 1201 S Joyce St, Arlington, VA 22202
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    Ice Skating Meet-Up

    Sunday, December 14th 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Westpost Outdoor Ice Skating

    1201 S Joyce St, Arlington, VA 22202


    Grab your scarves, gloves, and loved ones — it’s time for a joyful day on the ice with our amazing Rainbow Families community! Glide, laugh, and celebrate together at this fun, family-friendly event where everyone is welcome. Whether you’re teaching little ones to skate or showing off your twirls, it’s all about connection, smiles, and shared memories.

    Tickets are available at Westpost Outdoor Ice Skating, and also at the rink (cheaper online in advance) — ticket sales open November 30th.

    Register your interest so we can send you updates. Secure your spot early, and join us for a colorful celebration of family, friendship, and winter fun. 


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  • Expecting & New Parent Support Group (Winter 2026)

    • 01/04/2026
    • 03/01/2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 20
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    Expecting & New Parent Support Group


    Description: Rainbow Families is delighted to continue our Support Group for LGBTQ+ people who are currently expecting a child (via adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, or foster), or new to parenthood with a child under 9 months.  This program is facilitated by a licensed psychologist who specializes in reproductive health.  These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.

     

    Dates: Sunday, January 4th | Sunday, February 1st | Sunday, March 1st 

    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM 

    Cost: $40 per family for Rainbow Families non-members | Free for Rainbow Families members

    (If you are not a Rainbow Families' member and would like to be considered for a fee waiver, please reach out to us at info@rainbowfamilies.org). 


    Additional Terms & Conditions:

    • Registration closes at 5:00 PM on Friday, January 2, 2026
    • All sessions are virtual and open to participants nationwide
    • Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy, and safety for participants.
    • No refunds will be issued after the start of the first session
    • Dates and times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately. 
    • Please see Rainbow Families full Terms & Conditions located on our website https://rainbowfamilies.org/rules-and-terms/. 


    Facilitated by:  Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington

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  • Pre-Conception Support Group (Winter 2026)

    • 01/04/2026
    • 03/01/2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 19
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    Pre-Conception Support Group


    Description: Rainbow Families is pleased to continue our Support Group for LGBTQ+ people seriously considering or going through Assisted Reproductive Technology as part of their family planning journey.

    This program is facilitated by a licensed psychologist who specializes in reproductive health.  These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.

    Dates: Sunday, January 4th | Sunday, February 1st | Sunday, March 1st
    Time: 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    Cost:     $40 per family for Rainbow Families non-members | Free for Rainbow Families members
    (If you are not a Rainbow Families' member and would like to be considered for a fee waiver, please reach out to us at info@rainbowfamilies.org). 

    Additional Terms & Conditions:

    • Registration closes at 5:00 PM on Friday, January 2, 2026
    • All sessions are virtual and open to participants nationwide
    • Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy, and safety for participants.
    • No refunds will be issued after the start of the first session
    • Dates and times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately. 
    • Please see Rainbow Families full Terms & Conditions located on our website https://rainbowfamilies.org/rules-and-terms/. 



    Facilitated by:  Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington

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  • Single Parent by Choice Support Group (Q1 2026)

    • 01/08/2026
    • 03/05/2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 17
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    Single Parent by Choice Support Group
    Description: This support group is for current LGBTQ+ single parents and for prospective parents planning to become single parents by choice. We discuss the joys, concerns, questions, even frustrations of being an LGBTQ+ parent, PLUS doing so without a partner. Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy, and safety to interact. This group is facilitated by a licensed therapist from Lavender Therapy.
    Dates: Thursday, January 8th | Thursday, February 5th | Thursday, March 5th
    Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM ET
    Cost: $40 per person for non-members | Free for Rainbow Families Members
    (If you are not a Rainbow Families' member and would like to be considered for a fee waiver, please reach out to us at info@rainbowfamilies.org.) 

    Additional Terms & Conditions:

    • This support group is a closed group, so registration for this three-series of sessions closes at 5:00 PM ET on Wednesday, January 7th.
    • All sessions are virtual and open to participants nationwide.
    • Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy, and safety for participants.
    • No refunds will be issued after the start of the first session.
    • Dates and times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately. 
    • Please see Rainbow Families' full Terms & Conditions located on our website (https://rainbowfamilies.org/rules-and-terms/).
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  • Maybe Baby - Winter 2026

    • 01/25/2026
    • 03/01/2026
    • 5 sessions
    • Virtual via Zoom
    • 25
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    Maybe Baby - Winter 2026

    Sundays 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Jan 25  |  Feb 1  |  Feb 8 |   Feb 22  |  Mar 1 

    Registration is open until Friday, January 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM

    Zoom links are sent in advance. Registration is limited to 26 individuals/families and is open until Friday, January 23rd. There will be subsequent sessions in Summer 2026 if you are not able to join this Winter.

    Rainbow Families' Maybe Baby was designed over 30 years ago for prospective LGBTQ+ parents (single, married or partnered or poly, all gender identities, all relationship status') thinking about parenthood and interested in learning more about the many options and considerations in building a family. The safety and value of programs like this, created BY our community FOR our community, are tremendous.

    We cover a broad range of topics including readiness for parenthood, overview of creating family through adoption, assisted reproduction and foster care/older child, financial and legal issues, building a support network, interracial and intercultural families, the joys and challenges of being an LGBTQ+ headed family and more. The class is designed to provide a balance of active discussion and sharing, as well as to gain practical information that helps set the foundation for moving forward. Like all Rainbow Families programs, this is a safe and welcoming space.

    No Price Increase -  5 years running

    Financial Assistance: If the registration fee presents a hardship for you, please email our Executive Director, Ted Lewis at ted@rainbowfamilies.org.

    Cancellation note: Cancellations received 15 or more days prior to the course start will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations received 14 days or less are not eligible for refund.  NOTE: We reserve the right to reschedule/postpone should minimum participation numbers not be met.

    Agenda:

    • Sunday, January 25th: Getting Started, Introductions, and Readiness for Parenthood with Kyle Collins at HeartWerq
    • Sunday, February 1st: Adoption 101 with Pam Hoehler at Paths for Families; Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) 101 with Dr. Carter Owen at CCRMIVF
    • Sunday, February 8th: Supporting & Creating Family with Older Children with Kathleen Stines at DC Child & Family Services Agency; Creating Family Across Race & Culture with Beth Wheeler and Tony Hynes
    • Sunday, February 22nd: Financial Considerations - Expense, Debt, & Protection with Brandon Clark at the Toler Financial Group; Legal Considerations for Prospective LGBTQ+ Parents with Catelyn Slattery at Foster + Bloom Family Formation Law Group.
    • Sunday, March 1st: Parent Panel with Current LGBTQ+ Parents; Wrap Up and Closing
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  • Grief & Loss Support Group (Winter 2026)

    • 01/27/2026
    • 03/31/2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Virtual
    • 19
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    Grief & Loss Support Group

    Description: Grief and loss as it relates to family building is often not discussed, or worse, dismissed. This is particularly true for the LGBTQ+ community. This group, facilitated by a deacon in The Episcopal Church who is also a community member, helps explore paths to healing, coping, and more. Sessions are held monthly in 3-month cycles. Like all Rainbow Families support groups, this is a safe and welcoming space.

    Dates: Tuesday, January 27th | Tuesday, February 24th | Tuesday, March 31st
    Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Eastern
    Cost: $40 per family for non-members | Free for Rainbow Families' members.
    (If you are not a Rainbow Families' member and would like to be considered for a fee waiver, please reach out to us at info@rainbowfamilies.org). 

    Additional Terms & Conditions:

    • Registration closes at 5:00 PM ET on Monday, January 26, 2025
    • All sessions are virtual and open to participants nationwide.
    • Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy, and safety for participants.
    • No refunds will be issued after the first session.
    • Dates and times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately.
    • Please see Rainbow Families' full Terms & Conditions located on our website https://rainbowfamilies.org/events/.
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