Our Spring 2019 Birth Parent Scholarship winner, Hannah Myers is taking her talents to West Coast University. Hannah is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with the hopes of working as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) receives numerous essays from birth parents who want to pursue a degree in [...]
When springtime rolls around, our Allentown adoption professionals love taking our families out to enjoy the great weather with the variety of fun outdoor activities in the Lehigh Valley. For years, we've been coming to the Allentown Rose Gardens to take in the beautiful sights and smells of this magical place. If you're looking for [...]
There's nothing like fall in Chesapeake, when the air gets a crisp bite and the leaves start to change into their brilliant colors. Our Virginia adoption agents love taking our families out to enjoy the variety of fall activities offered throughout the city. Here are some of our favorites: Greenbrier Farms Nursery This is one [...]
History buffs and train enthusiasts in the Delaware area should all make sure to check out the Wilmington and Western Railroad at some point. This historic railroad runs for just over 10 miles. Originally in operation between 1872-1877, the railroad shut down for nearly 90 years before reopening in 1966. You can still take a [...]
Philadelphia is known as a city of pioneers, with the very foundations of American democracy being laid here. As one of America's oldest cities, Philadelphia is perhaps best known for its various historical sites. Perhaps then it should come as no surprise that Philadelphia is also home to one of the country's first major department [...]
While Connecticut may be a beautiful state year-round, we think it reaches the height of its natural beauty during the fall. Our Glastonbury adoption professionals love taking part in a variety of fall activities throughout the state during September and October. We think these outdoor festive activities are a perfect way to spend a fall [...]
Pittsburgh is having a moment right now as a thriving city on the rise. A city once known for its industry and blue-collar culture, the city has undergone a cultural renaissance, with a huge range of new businesses opening while at the same time maintaining the city's blue-collar spirit. If you're looking for the most [...]
If you're a fan of Broadway musicals, concerts, or any other live performance, you don't need to go to a nearby big city like Philadelphia or New York to take in a show. Wilmington's The Grand is a non-profit arts organization with three venues in Wilmington, where you can take in some of the most [...]
The Lehigh Valley is an area with a rich cultural and historical heritage, and this heritage is celebrated at the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum. The 30,000 square-foot museum also serves as the headquarters for the Lehigh County Historical Society. The museum is a state-of-the-art climate-controlled facility that boasts one of Pennsylvania's most impressive historical research [...]
If you or your kids are fans of military history and live near Norfolk, we highly recommend taking a trip to the Battleship Wisconsin. This historic ship is berthed at the Nauticus science center and museum, and a walk through the ship makes for an incredibly fun educational experience. You can learn all about the [...]
