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Discuss adoption process from A to Z

Attorney Sally Wildman presents "The Adoption Process From A to Z" from 7 to 9:15 p.m. April 8 at Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine.

The seminar will include the fundamentals of an adoption and the legal steps involved, along with resources on choosing agencies and related professionals.

Discussion will focus on the types of adoption available, initiating a search, new steps in legal proceedings, and current trends toward openness in adoption.

Admission is $25 per family. For details, or to register, call (847) 755-6820 or visit d211.org/ContinuingEd.shtml.

Harper sponsors college night

The annual College Night at Harper College, Euclid and Roselle Roads, Palatine, will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. April 8 in the Harper College Wellness and Sport Center in Building M.

Harper's College Night will host representatives from over 200 colleges and universities throughout the nation. More information is at the College/Career offices at any District 214 school, or call (847) 925-6000.

Starck hosts real estate job seminar

Men and women interested in starting a career in the real estate industry are invited to a real estate career seminar from 7 to 9:30 p.m. April 7 at Starck Learning Center, 300 E. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights. The seminar will focus on class requirements, exams, licenses and qualifications as well as earning potential, and training. Reservations are requested. Call (800) 375-7032. For details, visit YourHouseAcademy.com.