Where in the World is Laura Christianson?

Pictured: Self-portrait of my Crocs-clad feet, as I stand in the Puget Sound near the Deception Pass (WA) bridge.

If you live in or are visiting the Seattle area, come and meet the rest of me (I promise to wear less colorful, yet cuter shoes). I'll be speaking/exhibiting at the following events September through November:

All About Adoption
Thurs, Sept. 27
7-8:30 p.m.
Seattle
University Presbyterian Church, 4540 15th Avenue NE, Seattle; 206-524-7301, ext. 164 or www.upc.org.

Invite friends who are considering adoption to this free event. Browse the latest adoption resources and collect information from regional adoption agencies. I will give a short presentation/reading, and will have autographed copies of my books available for sale (check or cash) at special discount prices.

Yummy refreshments will be served, and children are welcome.

Adoption Information Fair
Sat., Oct. 6
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Kirkland
Evergreen Hospital Education Center, Rooms Tan 100/101
12040 NE 128th Street. Kirkland, WA 98034; 425-899-1000, www.evergreenhealthcare.org

Free event! Attend mini-workshops, meet adoption agency reps, adoption attorneys, counselors, and specialists; learn about adoptive parent support groups, search and reunion programs, and more. I’ll be exhibiting my books at the Fair and would love to chat with you!

Kitsap Adoption Group
Sat., Oct. 27
9-11 a.m.
Poulsbo, WA (location TBA, but probably the Poulsbo Fire Station)

Bring your kids to this free adoptive families social event. First hour: socializing/kids’ play. Second hour: I’ll be sharing my family’s adoption story, doing a short reading from my books, and will have my books available for purchase (cash or check) at special discount prices.

I’m Interested in Adopting. Where Do I Start?
Sat., Oct. 27
2-3 p.m.
Silverdale Barnes & Noble
10315 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale, WA 98383; 360-698-0945

Are you thinking about adopting a child but don’t have a clue how to begin? Or do you have friends who are adopting and you need to know how to support them? During this free, interactive workshop, you’ll learn everything you always wanted to know about adoption, but were afraid to ask. I’ll be teaching the workshop, the followup Q & A, and will be signing copies of my books.

I’m Interested in Adopting. Where Do I Start?
Sat., Nov. 10
2-3 p.m.
Snohomish Public Library
Community Room, 311 Maple Street, Snohomish, WA 98290; 360-568-2898, www.sno-isle.org

Are you thinking about adopting a child but don’t have a clue how to begin? Or do you have friends who are adopting and you need to know how to support them? During this free, interactive workshop, you’ll learn everything you always wanted to know about adoption, but were afraid to ask. I’ll be teaching the workshop and will have copies of my books available to sell. If you don’t feel like spending $$, you can check my books out from the Sno-Isle library system.