Young Adult (age 18-30)

Adoptees of Chicago welcomes young professionals and young adults
to join in a casual weekend outing with other fellow young adult adoptees.
The reason for an older age restriction is to allow room for “mature” topics
to be had within a setting of peers. Examples of appropriate "mature" topics
can range from dating and relationships to workplace experiences or sharing
​what it’s like as an adoptee in college/higher education.

october social

It’s time for BOO(zy) bonfire season! Bring your favorite cider and join us for cider tasting, spooky stories, and s'mores around the bonfire!

​*Note: Alcoholic ciders will only be served to attendees 21+ only

  1. BYOB or BYOJug - Bring a 6 pack cider to share (or a jug of cider if you’re a minor)
  2. ​Costume (do it if you dare! 👻)
  3. Mask
RSVP by Wednesday, October 14th

Pick Up + Drop Off
Laura's Home | Mt. Prospect, IL
​(exact address given to final RSVPs)

november social

Join us for Trivia Tuesday! Join our team of adult adoptees for a local night at the pub! You might even win some awesome prizes!
  1. Money for food and drink
  2. Mask
RSVP by Saturday, November 14th

Pick Up + Drop Off
Whisky Thief Tavern
616 Davis St. Evanston, IL 60201

december social

You’re invited to the first annual Adoptees of Chicago Ugly Sweater Potluck Party! We will have an open house for guests to gather, socialize, and ring in the holidays together!

  1. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share
  2. Ugly sweater (look in your grandma’s closet)
  3. Mask
RSVP by Wednesday, December 9th

Pick Up + Drop Off
Laura's Home | ​Wheeling, IL
​(exact address given to final RSVPs)

"Being a part of Adoptees of Chicago has been really fun and meaningful. It’s so important for me to connect with other international adoptees and cultivate deep friendships with them. To be able to meet up with adoptees across Chicagoland through this program has been truly special and fulfilling!" - Ellie K, Young Adult

"Adoptees of Chicago has been a really great group to meet other adoptees. It’s been helpful for people who have questions and want to find out more about others experiences. It’s a place where people can come together in a judgement free zone and learn more about each other and make friends." - Yinjin M, Young Adult