Calendar of Events
Upcoming Parent Education Opportunities
Additional trainings and classes:
- For ongoing foster and adoptive parent trainings see Utah Foster Care.
- NAMI Utah and Utah Parent Center offers trainings across the state.
- For more community classes: Utah Parent Center's Calendar.
Please contact Utah’s Adoption Connection if you wish to add an event to this website.
April 2026
4/21
7:00pm - 8:30pm
The ABC's of Social-Emotional Learning
Date: 4/21 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Virtual
This workshop helps parents understand how executive functioning skills and anxiety can affect their child’s learning and school success. We’ll discuss practical ways schools and families can support students, what specially designed instruction may look like, and how Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) supports children’s emotional and academic needs.
4/22 - 9:00am
9:00am - 4:00pm
Utah TBRI® Caregiver Series
Date: 4/22 - 4/24 • 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Midvale
3-day full TBRI® Caregiver Series in-person in Midvale, UT. 4/22-4/24 from 9am-4pm. Must attend all three days to receive credit
Join us at our office in Midvale, UT for the full TBRI® Caregiver series April 22-24, 2026 from 9am-4pm. All three classes must be attended in order to receive a certificate of completion.
4/23
9:00am - 4:00pm
Utah Foster Care Annual Symposium
Date: 4/23 • 9:00am - 4:00pm
Utah Foster Care (UFC) is dedicated to educating foster parents and the larger community about the hopes and struggles of children in foster care. Our annual Symposium brings local and national experts to share their knowledge and skills. The Symposium is open to foster parents, adoptive parents, professionals, and the public. In addition to being an educational and social event, the Symposium is one way for attendees to meet their personal educational goals. For foster parents, the conference counts towards their in-service training requirements. For child welfare and clinical professionals, there are continuing education credits (CEUs) available (the amount varies each year).
4/29
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elementary to Middle and High School Transitions
Date: 4/29 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: In-Person 303 N 100 E Cedar City, UT 84721 (West Room)
Elementary to Middle and High School Transitions- What to expect transitioning to Middle School from Elementary and Transitioning from Middle School to High school.
4/30
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Never Stop Talking About Autism: Self Advocate Panel
Date: 4/30 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Virtual
We're ending Autism Acceptance Month with a panel discussing the realities, challenges and successes of Autism in Adulthood. Hear from adults with Autism as they share lived experiences and insights on topics like employment, relationships, independence, housing and navigating systems of support. Let's talk about what adulthood really looks like for the autism community, and how we can build a more inclusive environment.
May 2026
5/2
8:00am - 11:00am
Children's Service Society of Utah Fun Run
Date: 5/2 • 8:00am - 11:00am
Location: Wheeler Historic Farm | 6351 S 900 E, Murray, UT 84121
Children’s Service Society of Utah is excited to invite you to our CSS 2026 Fun Run!
Join us for a morning of family-friendly fun featuring a 5K, kids’ fun dashes, music, and activities for all ages. Whether you’re walking, jogging, or running, this event is about coming together as a community to support children, caregivers, and families.
Every step you take helps CSS Utah provide vital services, including support for grandparents raising grandchildren through our GRAND families Program, as well as clinical counseling and adoption services. Your participation helps create safe, stable, and loving environments where children can thrive.
5/5
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Next Steps Parent Support Group: Daily Life Management
Date: 5/5 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Virtual
Just Got a New Disability Diagnosis for Your Child? You’re Not Alone.
Join our FREE Parent-to-Parent Support Group – a safe, welcoming space for parents navigating a new diagnosis.
✔️ Ask Questions
✔️ Get Real-Life Advice from Other Parents
✔️ Find Your Community
- Virtual groups meet the first Tuesday of each month, featuring a new topic each month
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just need someone who gets it, we're here for you.
Reserve your spot now – connect with parents who truly understand.
5/9
11:00am - 2:00pm
Birth Mother's Day Life After Placement 8th Annual Celebration
Date: 5/9 • 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Little America Hotel 500 S Main Street Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Snow Basin Room

REGISTER HERE Life After Placement 8th Annual Celebration
Please Join us for our 8th Annual Birth Mothers’ Day luncheon.
We spoil Birth Mothers who have placed a child (or Children) for adoption. Whether your adoption was two weeks or 20+ years ago, Open, Closed, we want the opportunity to celebrate YOU!
*Please note that this event is for birth mothers ONLY, but if you have a birth mother you love, you may purchase her a ticket (Just make sure you put her information). or you can donate a spot for another birth mother who would like to attend but can’t afford it
** we have the right to refuse attendance, and refund tickets purchased for any individual or organization that does not have birth mothers’ best interest at the cor. Our goal is to provide a safe place to celebrate, and will not tolerate unsafe, or unethical, behaviors or attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
5/11
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dual Diagnosis: Mental Health with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability
Date: 5/11 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Virtual
What does Mental Illness look like in an individual with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities? Come learn how to see signs, rule out other potential causes of distress, and how a doctor may diagnose and treat mental illness.
5/12
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Guardianship and Alternatives
Date: 5/12 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Virtual
FREE hybrid workshops every 2nd Tuesday for youth with disabilities and their parents/guardians. Whether you're thinking about jobs, school, independent living, or just figuring out how to speak up for yourself, these events give you a place to learn, ask questions, and connect with others on the same path.
5/13
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adulting 101: 10 Things to Practice This Summer
Date: 5/13 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Virtual
Summer’s here! Time for sun, fun, and keeping IEP goals on track! This lively workshop shares creative, practical ways to support learning, communication, and independence through backyard activities, community adventures, and new routines, making summer both fun and functional.
5/13
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Binder Boss: How to Organize Documents for Success
Date: 5/13 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Cedar City Library, 303 N 100 E, East Room, Cedar City, UT 84721
This fun, practical workshop shows parents how to create an easy organization system, build a Special Education binder, and keep track of important contacts and documents with real-life tips and printable tools.
5/16
10:00am - 12:00pm
Sibshop Support Group in Nephi
Date: 5/16 • 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Canyon View Park, 98 N 600 E, #26, Nephi, UT 84648
Join us at our next Sibshop! Sibshops are game-based support groups for siblings of people with disabilities between the ages of 8-17.
If tickets are all gone, contact sibs@utahparentcenter.org or call main office to join waitlist
5/21
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Specialized Training: 7 Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency
Date: 5/21 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Virtual via zoom
Utah Family Support Staff will host a specialized training on the 7 Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency.
Register Here
5/22
9:30am - 3:30pm
TBRI® Introduction and Overview (virtual)
Date: 5/22 • 9:30am - 3:30pm
Location: Virtual via zoom
Utah Family Support Staff will host the one-day, virtual TBRI® Introduction & Overview class.
Register Here