Upcoming events.
April Salem KINnect Event
We have an upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 4/20/24. If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of April please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Reservations for this event are REQUIRED and are due no later then April 16th.
Where: AMF Firebird Lanes (4303 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301)
When: Saturday, April 20th from 12pm-2pm
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*.
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
To RSVP, please complete this Google Form: https://forms.gle/PiwgY6JXMo4eW8K19
For this event I am going to reserve lanes based on how many are in your group, so including an accurate approximation by the the reservation deadline is really appreciated! I will also purchase pizzas and drinks for your group to share.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
March KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling KINnect event on WEDNESDAY MARCH 27TH from 12:00 - 3:00 pm at the Oregon Zoo.
This event is FREE for separated siblings and their families. Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by March 17th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline. We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
February KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling kinnect event on Sunday, FEBRUARY 18TH from around 1:00 - 3:00 pm The event is at Kingpins entertainment in Se Portland.
3550 Se 92nd Ave
Portland, OR 97266
Bowling, 30 min of Arcade time, pizza and drinks will be provided.
This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families. Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by February 6th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
February KINnect Salem
You’re invited to the upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 2/17/24 If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of February please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Get Air Trampoline Park (3910 Rickey St SE, Salem, OR 97317)
When: Saturday, February 17th from 11am-1pm
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*.
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
To RSVP, please complete this Google Form: https://forms.gle/4SiPZtcL1Eb5tSiX9
For this event we do not have a reservation, so I will support with purchasing tickets and socks for each youth and you will be able to jump and enjoy! Due to not having a reservation, there will not be any food or drink provided at this event.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
January KINnect Eugene
We invite you to the upcoming KINnect event in Eugene on Saturday 1/27/24. If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of January, please reach out to tia@kindredmatters.org to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Oregon Men's Basketball vs Arizona @ Mathew Knight Arena (1390 Villard St, Eugene, OR 97403)
When: Saturday, January 27th at 2:00 PM
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*.
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
To RSVP, please contact tia@kindredmatters.org with the following information:
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Tickets are limited. Please RSVP by January 25th.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
January KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling kinnect event on Sunday, January 14th from around 1:00 - 4:00 pm The event is at the LLOYD CENTER REGAL CINEMA
1510 NE Multnomah St
Portland, OR 97232
The movie and snacks are provided with a lunch time possibility as well.
This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families. Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by January 6th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Movie titles tend to change on the website. Migration seems like a good fit for our group. We can discuss as it gets closer.
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling kinnect event on Saturday November 11th from 1:00-4:00 pm The event is at the Gresham Wunderland:
140 NW Burnside st, Portland, OR 97030
WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO CHOOSE OUR OWN ADVENTURE A LITTLE BIT. WE WILL START WITH SOME LASER TAG. THEY ALSO HAVE THE ARCADE AND A MOVIE THEATER.
THERE WILL BE FOOD AT KILLER BURGER A COUPLE BLOCKS AWAY.
This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families. Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by November 1st with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Activities your group is interested in:
Arcade, movie, laser tag
Movie titles are on the website about a week in advance. We can discuss as it gets closer.
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Eugene KINnect
Friday, October 27th from 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM at Northern Lights Tree Farm located at 36777 WHEELER ROAD PLEASANT HILL, OR 97455. The farm is hosting fun night time "Maze of Mischief and Magic" for us to enjoy. This is an outdoor venue so please dress for the weather and potentially muddy conditions.
This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families. Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Tia Nordstrand at tia@kindredmatters.org to RSVP groups for this activity!
Salem KINnect: Pumpkin Patch 10/7/23
KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 10/7 from 12pm - 2pm! If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of October please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Bauman's Farm and Garden (12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE, Gervais, OR 97026) 🎃
When: October 7th from 12pm - 2pm
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*.
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
To RSVP, please complete this Google Form: https://forms.gle/MoT3Nfz7B9gngPew5
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
Sing, Sip & Support
Kindred Matters cordially invites you to our post COVID re-boot event! All proceeds will be directed to Kindred Matters to continue providing quality services & programs for siblings separated in out of home care, and family providers throughout the state of Oregon.
Join us for a magical evening of beverages, cuisine, auction items, great entertainment, & a gorgeous sunset. Avidity is 30 minutes from downtown Portland, on the edge of Sherwood and Newberg.
Tickets must be purchased online at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sing-sip-support-kindred-matters-tickets-695046531887?aff=oddtdtcreator
95.00 per person. Ticket includes: 2 drinks, wine glass, cuisine, concert.
Sibling Camp 2023 Session 2
Session 2 of Sibling Camp will be taking place at Camp Magruder in Rockaway Beach.
Sibling Camp 2023 Session 1
Session 1 of Sibling Camp will take place at Suttle Lake. This camp session is geared toward sibling groups that may need more behavior support and supervision.
Salem KINnect
You are Invited to our KINnect event in Salem on Sunday June 11th at 1pm-3pm! If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of June please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule. This will be the last event for the summer!
Where: AMF Firebird Lanes, 4303 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301
When: Sunday, June 11th from 1pm - 3pm
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*.
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
- First & Last Name
- Age/Birthday
- Sibling(s) Name
- Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
- Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
Family Camp 2023 Session 1
Session 1 of Family Camp will be taking place at Suttle Lake.
KINnect Salem
Where: Get Air Trampoline Park (3910 Rickey St. SE, Salem, OR 97317)
When: 2/25/23 time TBD
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
- First & Last Name
- Age/Birthday
- Sibling(s) Name
- Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
- Additional children attending & Ages
- Height of the children who will be jumping (I need this to purchase the correct ticket)
Please respond to Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
The reason the time is TBD is because we are still waiting for a confirmation on my reservation request, however if there is a time that works best for your group on February 25th, Mollee would be happy to purchase tickets and have them at the front for you! Just let her know in advance so she can make it happen!
KINnect Portland
Saturday February 18th from 11am - 1pm at Kingpins 3550 SE 92ND AVE PORTLAND, OR 97266
WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BOWL, PLAY SOME ARCADE GAMES AND ENJOY SOME PIZZA TOGETHER.
This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families. Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone's safety.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. We have 5 lanes reserved for up to 25 people on a first come, first served basis.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
Family Camp 2021
Family Camp was founded in response to a need for practical venues for foster parents to obtain continuing education credits necessary for maintaining their home’s certification.
Camp to Belong 2021
Foster parents bring their whole family–biological, foster, adoptive or otherwise–for a long weekend of workshops, family fun and community building.