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SUMMARY:5/28 Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our community and school-based mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a volunteer mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nThursday\, May 28\, 6-7pm Virtual on Zoom \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the children and teens who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, as well as activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions 2-3 times a month both in person and virtual\, during the day and evening\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’ll plan a date and time that works for you. \nIndividuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. \nMentoring is a critical component in young people’s lives\, helping them make the decisions and connections that help them learn and grow. Kids ‘n Kinship mentors consistently provide feedback that\, while they started mentoring in order to change a young person’s life\, it often ends up changing theirs as well. Mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance\, it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being a part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible – just by spending a few hours a month with them.  \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at volunteer@kidsnkinship.org. We’ll send you a Zoom link once you RSVP or email us. Thanks!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/virtual-info-session-may-28/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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SUMMARY:6/9 Info Session at Galaxie Library
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our community and school-based mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. We currently have 41 youth waiting for a mentor right here in Dakota County: \nTuesday\, June 9 from 6-7pm at Galaxie Library in Apple Valley \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the children and teens who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions 2-3 times a month during the evening and on the weekends\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’ll plan a date and time that works for you. Individuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. Mentoring is fun and rewarding and you can make a meaningful impact in the life of a child or teen! \nPLEASE CONTACT US TO RSVP FOR THE SESSION. Let us know if you can attend by emailing volunteer@kidsnkinship.org. Thank you!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/youth-mentoring-information-session-volunteering-near-me/
LOCATION:Galaxie Library Apple Valley\, 14955 Galaxie Ave\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T190000
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SUMMARY:6/25 Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Ready to Change a Life—Including Your Own? Anyone interested in learning more about our community and school-based youth mentoring program is invited to attend an Information Session. \nThursday\, June 25\, 6-7pm Virtual on Zoom \nWant to make a difference in the life of a local youth? Our mentors consistently tell us how mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance—it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible. \nWe currently have 39 kids (age 5-16) currently waiting for a mentor. Our largest demand is for male mentors as more than half of our waitlist are boys. Individuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. \nMentoring is a critical component in young people’s lives\, helping them make the decisions and connections that help them learn and grow. Kids ‘n Kinship mentors consistently provide feedback that\, while they started mentoring in order to change a young person’s life\, it often ends up changing theirs as well. Mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance\, it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being a part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible – just by spending a few hours a month with them.  \nOnce you RSVP\, we’ll send you a Zoom link. For the link or if you have any questions\, please email us at programs@kidsnkinship.org. Thank you!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/625-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051317
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SUMMARY:7/8 Info Session at Heritage Library
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nWednesday\, July 8 from 6-7pm at the Heritage Library in Lakeville \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the 39 children and teens in our program who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions a couple times a month during the evening and on during the day\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’re happy to meet with you one-on-one at a time that works for you. Individuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. Mentoring is fun and rewarding and you can make a meaningful impact in the life of a child or teen! \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at programs@kidsnkinship.org. Thank you!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/info-session-at-heritage-library/
LOCATION:Heritage Library
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T193000
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SUMMARY:7/22 Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our community and school-based mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a volunteer mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nWednesday\, July 22\, 6:30-7:30pm Virtual on Zoom \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the 39 children and teens who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, as well as activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions 2-3 times a month both in person and virtual\, during the day and evening\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’ll plan a date and time that works for you. \nIndividuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. \nMentoring is a critical component in young people’s lives\, helping them make the decisions and connections that help them learn and grow. Kids ‘n Kinship mentors consistently provide feedback that\, while they started mentoring in order to change a young person’s life\, it often ends up changing theirs as well. Mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance\, it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being a part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible – just by spending a few hours a month with them.  \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at programs@kidsnkinship.org. We’ll send you a Zoom link once you RSVP or email us. Thanks!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/722-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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SUMMARY:8/6 Info Session at Galaxie Library
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nThursday\, August 6 from 6-7pm at the Galaxie Library in Apple Valley\, MN \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the 39 children and teens in our program who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions twice a month on different days\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’re happy to meet with you one-on-one at a time that works for you. Individuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. Mentoring is fun and rewarding and you can make a meaningful impact in the life of a child or teen! \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at coordinator@kidsnkinship.org. Thank you!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/86-info-session-at-galaxie-library/
LOCATION:Galaxie Library Apple Valley\, 14955 Galaxie Ave\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T190000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051317
CREATED:20260629T175330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T200136Z
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SUMMARY:8/17 Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our community and school-based mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a volunteer mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nMonday\, August 17\, 6-7pm Virtual via Link \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the 39 children and teens who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, as well as activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions twice a month both in person and virtual\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’ll plan a date and time that works for you. \nIndividuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. \nMentoring is a critical component in young people’s lives\, helping them make the decisions and connections that help them learn and grow. Kids ‘n Kinship mentors consistently provide feedback that\, while they started mentoring in order to change a young person’s life\, it often ends up changing theirs as well. Mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance\, it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being a part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible – just by spending a few hours a month with them.  \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at programs@kidsnkinship.org. We’ll send you a link once you RSVP or email us. Thanks!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/817-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051318
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SUMMARY:9/11 Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Make a Difference Together. Come to our info session and see how mentoring a child transforms everyone involved. \nFriday\, September 11\, 12-1pm Virtual on Zoom \nBe a Mentor\, Change a Life. Join our info session to discover how you can support local youth. \nWe currently have 38 kids (age 5-16) currently waiting for a mentor. Our largest demand is for male mentors as more than half of our waitlist are boys. Individuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. \nMentoring is a critical component in young people’s lives\, helping them make the decisions and connections that help them learn and grow. Kids ‘n Kinship mentors consistently provide feedback that\, while they started mentoring in order to change a young person’s life\, it often ends up changing theirs as well. Mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance\, it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being a part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible – just by spending a few hours a month with them.  \nOnce you RSVP\, we’ll send you a link to join. For the link or if you have any questions\, please email us at programs@kidsnkinship.org. Thank you!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/virtual-info-session-may-12-copy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051318
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SUMMARY:9/16 Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our community and school-based mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a volunteer mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nWednesday\, September 16\, 6-7pm Virtual via Link \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the 39 children and teens who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, as well as activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions twice a month both in person and virtual\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’ll plan a date and time that works for you. \nIndividuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. \nMentoring is a critical component in young people’s lives\, helping them make the decisions and connections that help them learn and grow. Kids ‘n Kinship mentors consistently provide feedback that\, while they started mentoring in order to change a young person’s life\, it often ends up changing theirs as well. Mentoring isn’t just about offering guidance\, it’s about making a real\, lasting difference. Imagine being a part of someone’s growth and helping them discover what’s possible – just by spending a few hours a month with them.  \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at programs@kidsnkinship.org. We’ll send you a link once you RSVP or email us. Thanks!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/916-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051318
CREATED:20260723T151827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T170520Z
UID:6194-1790413200-1790434800@www.kidsnkinship.org
SUMMARY:Kids Building Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Kids Building Minnesota is a FREE\, hands-on construction event for kids and families designed to inspire curiosity\, creativity\, and interest in the construction industry. \n What to Expect: \n• Big construction equipment kids can see up close \n• Hands-on building activities \n• Interactive STEM and trade exhibits \n• Family-friendly learning for kids \n• Special guests and surprises \n• Food available for purchase \nDate: Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 \n Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n Location: Mall of America® East Lot (24th Ave & 82nd St) \n Cost: FREE (registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-building-minnesota-tickets-1993931613130) \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/4261821094059919/?rdid=VYvOrRCylfIraR6t&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F18qGvimo7M%2F#
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/kids-building-minnesota/
LOCATION:Mall of America\, East Lot - 24th Ave. & 82nd St.\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051318
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SUMMARY:Fall Outing at Applewood Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Save the date and join us for our annual Fall Outing on Sunday afternoon\, September 27 from 1:00- 4:00pm at Applewood Orchard located at 22702 Hamburg Ave\, Lakeville MN 55044. This event is open to Kids ‘n Kinship Mentor Matches and immediate family members of matched and waitlist youth.  \nThis fun fall afternoon will include for FREE to our participants: \n\nRiding the hay wagons\nPicking apples (quarter peck bags to be shared by groups of 2-3 people) \nMini donuts (1 bag to be shared by groups of 2-3)\nActivities at the Orchard:\n\nCorn maze\nJumping pillows \nFun slide\n\n\nA private tented area for our group \nAdditional snacks & water\, along with fall coloring sheets at our tented area\n\nPlease let us know you are coming by signing up via Enews.
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/fall-outing-at-applewood-orchard/
LOCATION:Applewood Orchard\, 22702 Hamburg Ave.\, Lakeville\, MN\, 55044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051318
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T175248Z
UID:6214-1790704800-1790708400@www.kidsnkinship.org
SUMMARY:9/29 Info Session at Robert Trail Library
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in learning more about our mentoring programs\, as well as becoming a mentor\, is invited to attend an Information Session. \nTuesday\, September 29 from 6-7pm at the Robert Trail Library in Rosemount \nThe Information Session is the place to hear about the 39 children and teens in our program who are waiting for mentors\, the volunteer screening process\, activities and benefits provided by Kids ‘n Kinship. We have Information Sessions twice a month on different days\, so if this date is not convenient\, we’re happy to meet with you one-on-one at a time that works for you. Individuals\, couples\, and families can become mentors. Mentoring is fun and rewarding and you can make a meaningful impact in the life of a child or teen! \nQUESTIONS? Please email us at coordinator@kidsnkinship.org. Thank you!
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/929-info-session-at-robert-trail-library/
LOCATION:Robert Trail Library\, 14395 S Robert Trail\, Rosemount\, 55068
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260912T051318
CREATED:20260708T201234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T153653Z
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SUMMARY:Super Bingo Fall Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun afternoon of bingo\, superhero games\, raffle prizes and more with all proceeds benefitting local youth mentoring. Whether you join us for bingo\, bid on our online auction\, sponsor\, donate or provide an auction item\, you’re a hero to us!\n\nTicket price includes all rounds of bingo as well as unlimited soda. Bingo prizes are items donated by local businesses valued at $50+\nFood and drink available for purchase from Bogart’s.\n\nThe purpose of this event is to raise funds that go directly to recruiting\, screening\, training and supporting volunteer mentors for the youth ages 5-16 in our program who are waiting for a mentor. In addition to connecting adult mentors with youth\, we also host (4) quarterly activities for our youth and their families to attend every year as well as provide outreach and opportunities for these youth that they wouldn’t have access to otherwise. This year\, we aim to raise over $30\,000\, which will directly enhance our programs.  \nCheck out all the details on our event website: \n\nhttps://onecau.se/superbingo2026
URL:https://www.kidsnkinship.org/event/super-bingo-fall-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Bogarts
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Info Sessions
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