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SUMMARY:Support CHJC’s Annual Holiday Appeal
DESCRIPTION:    \nBring Joy This Holiday Season – Support CHJC’s Annual Holiday Appeal\nThe holidays are a time for giving\, and your support can make a real difference for the children\, families\, and community members served by The Children’s Home of Jefferson County. \nYour donation to our Annual Holiday Appeal can: \n\n\nProvide nourishing meals and essential items to families during the holidays \n\n\nEnsure that a youth entering our programs receives gifts \n\n\nAssist a family in purchasing a holiday meal \n\n\nProvide basic clothing and personal care items \n\n\nDonate today and bring hope and joy to those who need it most: Donate Now (opens in a new tab) \nThank you for helping us share love\, care\, and support throughout the holiday season!
URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/support-chjcs-annual-holiday-appeal/
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SUMMARY:Foster Parent & Kinship In-Person Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Home of Jefferson County (CHJC) invites community members to attend a free\, in-person informational session for anyone interested in becoming a foster or kinship parent. This session will provide insight into the foster care process\, answer questions\, and explain how you can make a meaningful impact on a child’s life. \nEvent Details: \n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, January 14\, 2026 \n\nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 PM\n\nLocation: Flower Memorial Library\, 229 Washington Street\, Watertown\, NY 13601 \n\n\nDuring the session\, participants will learn about foster care and kinship care requirements\, the support CHJC provides to caregivers\, and the positive impact fostering can have on both children and families. \n“Foster parents play an essential role in the lives of children who need stability and support\,” said Maura Lowe\, Recruitment and Training Specialist at CHJC. “We invite anyone who has ever considered fostering or providing kinship care to join us in person to learn more about how they can make a difference in a child’s life.” \nFor more information\, visit www.chjc.org or contact CHJC’s recruitment team at 315-777-9700.
URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/foster-parent-kinship-in-person-informational-session/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Supporting Children with Disrupted Attachment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by CHJC’s Foster Care Program Manager\, Elizabeth Zeigler\, LCSW \nCHJC invites professionals\, caregivers\, and community members to participate in a virtual training focused on supporting children who have experienced disrupted attachment. \nThis two-hour training will explore the impact of neglect\, abuse\, domestic violence\, and attachment disruption on children’s development. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how early experiences affect behavior\, relationships\, and emotional regulation\, as well as learn practical strategies to better support children with disrupted attachments. \nTraining Details: \nDate: January 15\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 PM \nLocation: Virtual via Microsoft Teams (link provided upon RSVP) \nRegistration:Please RSVP by emailing awilson@chjc.org or mlowe@chjc.org. Meeting details will be shared after registration. \nThis training is ideal for professionals working with children and families\, foster and kinship caregivers\, educators\, and community partners seeking to strengthen their understanding of trauma-informed care and attachment.
URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/supporting-children-with-disrupted-attachment/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
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SUMMARY:CHJC Community Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Home of Jefferson County (CHJC) is hosting a community blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross. We invite staff\, friends\, and community members to help save lives by donating blood. \nFriday\, February 20\, 202612:00 – 5:00 PMCHJC Campus Dining Hall1704 State Street\, Watertown\, NY \nBlood donations are critically needed\, and your generosity can make a meaningful difference for patients in need. Appointments are encouraged. \nSchedule your donation:https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=CHOJC (opens in a new tab) \nWe hope you’ll join us in supporting this life-saving effort.
URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/chjc-community-blood-drive/
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SUMMARY:CHJC to Host Mother–Daughter Dance to Benefit SoZo Teen Center
DESCRIPTION:Join CHJC for a memorable Mother–Daughter Dance in Adams Center\, NY\, on May 2\, 2026\, at Creekstone Farms. This family-friendly fundraising event will feature live music by Sweeney Productions\, appetizers by Chef Chris Manning\, a photo booth\, mocktails\, kids’ activities\, and a cash bar. \nOpen to all special adult–child pairs\, this community event celebrates meaningful connections while supporting a great cause. All proceeds benefit CHJC’s SoZo Teen Center\, a free drop-in center providing a safe\, supportive space for teens in the Watertown and Jefferson County area. \nTickets are available now\, and event sponsorship opportunities are open for local businesses and community supporters looking to give back. \n 
URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/chjc-to-host-mother-daughter-dance-to-benefit-sozo-teen-center/
LOCATION:Creekstone Farm\, 11040 Fuller Road\, Adams Center\, NY\, 13601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spirit Night! 2026
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URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/spirit-night-2026/
LOCATION:Chick-fil-A Watertown\, 1290 Arsenal Street\, Watertown\, NY\, 13601\, United States
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SUMMARY:20th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join us for CHJC’s 20th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Monday\, August 10\, 2026\, at Highland Meadows Golf Club in Watertown. This long-standing community tradition brings golfers\, businesses\, and supporters together for a day of friendly competition\, great food\, and meaningful impact. \nThe tournament features a 9:00 am shotgun start\, breakfast provided by Chick-fil-A Watertown\, snacks and lunch on the course\, contests and prizes\, and a post-tournament reception with gourmet hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Chris Manning. \nFor the past 20 years\, proceeds from this event have proudly benefited the SoZo Teen Center\, a free drop-in space offering local teens a safe place to connect\, grow\, and thrive. \nAn Early Bird Special is available for teams and sponsors who register and pay by March 31\, 2026. \nRegister online: www.ChjcGolfTournament.com (opens in a new tab)Contact: Kristy Auman at (315) 777-9600 or kauman@chjc.org.
URL:https://www.chjc.org/event/20th-annual-charity-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Highland Meadows Golf Club\, 24201 NY 342\, Watertown\, 13601\, United States
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