Thursday's Child

Thursday's Child is a feature of WABI TV5 News. Children who are waiting for an adoptive, forever family are featured in taped profiles, as they enjoy activities of their choice, giving potential adoptive parents an opportunity to "meet" them via video.

TV5 presents Thursday's Child in conjunction with A Family For Me - Maine's statewide recruitment initiative for foster and adoptive families.

For more information, visit AFamilyForMe.org.

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Video Thursday Child- Dennis and Tyler
 Thursday Child- Dennis and Tyler

[May 20th 2010] 12-year old Tyler and 13-year old Dennis are brothers and best friends.... Some of the time. Joy Hollowell met up with the two recently, at Traditions Golf Club in Holden. ========== "Would you call Dennis your best friend? Half. O... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child: Meet Jonathan
 Thursday's Child: Meet Jonathan

[May 06th 2010] 9-year-old Jonathan is the youngest of three siblings. He's looking forward to being adopted, and is hoping his older brother and sister can tag along too. As Joy Hollowell found out, Jonathan wants to make some magical memories with a famil... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child: Meet 13-Year-Old Noel
 Thursday's Child: Meet 13-Year-Old Noel

[Apr 28th 2010] 13-year old Noel considers herself a happy teenager. She likes many things, including cooking, horseback riding and drawing. But for Noel, happily ever after won't be complete until she has a family to call her own. Joy Hollowell recently... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Jeff
 Thursday's Child- Jeff

[Apr 08th 2010] Meet Noel, Jeff and Jon…siblings who are waiting for their forever home! Ideally, these three siblings will be placed in the same home. Noel, the oldest of the three children, was born in December of 1997. Noel loves to dance,... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Mercedes
 Thursday's Child- Mercedes

[Mar 25th 2010] Mercedes is an 14 year old (DOB 5/95) who loves art…and is very good at it!  She is friendly, active and is a natural leader.  Sadie enjoys horseback riding, swimming, and playing outside.  She likes to be active and will often be found engage... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Maliek
 Thursday's Child- Maliek

[Mar 11th 2010] Meet Maliek…a young man who is waiting for his adoptive home! Born in August 1997, Maliek is a very smart and energetic young man. He has an engaging personality and likes to make people laugh. Those who know Maliek best say he is quite funny... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- James
 Thursday's Child- James

[Feb 25th 2010] 15-year old James is need of a forever family! James is a handsome young man who has a good sense of humor. He loves to play video games and his Game Boy. James is definitely more of an indoor kid. However, James did mention some of his favo... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Derick
 Thursday's Child- Derick

[Feb 11th 2010] Meet Derick…a handsome young man who is waiting for his forever family. Derick was born in March of 1992 and he is described as sweet, charismatic and very caring, with a very fun sense of humor! All of which are evident when you meet him! Li... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Shelby
 Thursday's Child- Shelby

[Jan 28th 2010] Shelby would like to work with roses when she grows up. The 15-year old has dreams of designing arrangements for big weddings. The budding florist showed off her talents recently with Joy Hollowell, at Always Flowers in Veazie. ========== ... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Adina
 Thursday's Child- Adina

[Jan 14th 2010] 17-years old is a crucial age for many teenagers. They're about to venture out into the "real world" and become adults. That's why Adina is looking for an adoptive or foster family, to help guide her through this exciting time in her life. ... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Harriet
 Thursday's Child- Harriet

[Dec 31st 2009] Where can you find an authentic looking italian bistro...that's run by kids? At the Maine Discovery Museum in Bangor. That's where Joy Hollowell met up with this week's Thursday's Child. =========== "'OOOO, you know what that is? Lobste... - read on...

Video Meet Tyler, This Week's Thursday's Child
Meet Tyler, This Week's Thursday's Child

[Dec 17th 2009] Four year old Tyler will make any adult want to be a kid again. He's excited about everything...and loves sharing his enthusiasm with those around. Joy Hollowell learned that first hand when she met up with Tyler at the Maine Discovery Museu... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Brenden
 Thursday's Child- Brenden

[Dec 03rd 2009] You may have heard of the children's movie, "Hotel for Dogs." Turns out there's a real life version in Bangor. It's called the Bangor Pet and Spa Resort. That's where Brendan and Joy Hollowell met up for this week's Thursday's Child. ===... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Donavon
 Thursday's Child- Donavon

[Nov 19th 2009] The dog days of summer may be over, but anytime is a good time to hang out with man's best friend. 13-year old Donavan met a whole lot of friends at Bangor Pet Resort and Spa. That's where he and Joy Hollowell hung out, for this week's Thurs... - read on...

Thursday Child- Eric
 Thursday Child- Eric

[Nov 05th 2009] Ask a 14-year old boy what they like to do for fun, and most will tell you video games, watching movies or texting with their friends. But not Eric. This teenager is all about the great outdoors. ============ Fly fishing isn't my type, it'... - read on...

Thursday's Child- Matthew
 Thursday's Child- Matthew

[Oct 22nd 2009] There's a lot of good fishing holes in Ellsworth, if you know where to look. Joy Hollowell found one along the Union River that's prime pickings for rod and fly fishing. That's where she met up Matthew for this week's Thursday's child. ++++... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Jerry and Terry
 Thursday's Child- Jerry and Terry

[Oct 08th 2009] Fall is in full gear here in maine. And that includes pumpkin picking. Joy Hollowell met up with twins Jerry and Terry at Tate's farm in Corinth to gather up some gourds. ================ "Alright" Picking pumpkins is twice as fun whe... - read on...

Thursday's Child- Jerry and Terry
 Thursday's Child- Jerry and Terry

[Sep 24th 2009] Fall is in full gear here in maine. And that includes pumpkin picking. Joy Hollowell met up with twins Jerry and Terry at Tate's farm in Corinth to gather up some gourds. ================ "Alright" Picking pumpkins is twice as fun whe... - read on...

Video Joy Introduces 9-year-old Jacob
 Joy Introduces 9-year-old Jacob

[Sep 10th 2009] School is back in session, but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the sweeter side of summer. 9-year-old Jacob sure does. That's how my conversation with Jacob started, and as I soon learned, this 9-year-old isn't afraid to express how ... - read on...

Video Thursday's Child- Frank
 Thursday's Child- Frank

[Aug 27th 2009] Meet Frank…a young man born in October 1996.  Those who know Frank best say he is a friendly teen who has a good sense of humor.  He is a handsome young man with red hair and brown eyes.    Frank likes a variety of activities, and can find so... - read on...

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