Wisconsin Family Connections Center

Virtual Group: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
2026-08-20 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
A virtual group to support relative caregivers, caring for children.

Join us for this opportunity to connect with other relative caregivers who are the primary caregivers of their grandchildren, nieces, and nephews as a way to share the joys and challenges of being a relative caregiver. Our meetings will continue to be held virtually on one Thursday every month from 11am-12pm.
You will need to have an internet connection, computer or phone with the free Zoom app, a webcam and microphone. Please contact Breanna at bcalko@cclse.org with questions.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
All dates for 2026 are Thursdays at 11AM.

September 17
October 22
November 19
December 17

As a reminder this is for Wisconsin Residents who are relative caregivers of children.

WiFCC Mom's Summer Night Out - Floral Workshop: De Pere
2026-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Ginger Birch, 622 George St, De Pere, WI, 54115
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale June 1 @6pm)

If you are a foster, pre-adoptive, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, or reunified mom, join WiFCC for a fun and creative evening where we join Angie at Ginger Birch to create a beautiful late summer floral arrangement. We’ll learn the basics of fresh floral care & design principles all while having fun!
Each participant will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of flowers to work with and a vessel to go home with.
Contact Val at vzegers@cclse.org with any questions.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Virtual Group: Trauma Informed Parenting
2026-08-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
For WI caregivers who are parenting youth with a high level of need due to complex trauma histories related to adoption or out-of-home care.

Adoptive, Kinship, Reunified, Foster, & Guardianship parents and caregivers: Please join us for a trauma-informed virtual support group just for you! This group is especially for caregivers who are:
-Parenting youth with trauma histories
-Parenting youth with emotional or behavioral challenges and/or diagnoses such as RAD, DMDD, & ODD.
The group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month from noon (12:00 pm) – 1:00 pm. There will be monthly focus areas for discussion and/or guest speakers to support ongoing learning, but always with plenty of time for connection and support. Please register early as group size is limited.
This group is facilitated by WIFCC Case Manager Allison Kunkel MS, APSW. With questions, please email wifcc@cclse.org.
Please note: This group is specifically designed to provide support for the caregivers of youth with a high level of presenting need because of past trauma histories, emotional/behavioral challenges or diagnoses. You will be asked to confirm that this applies to you within your registration. If you are interested in a more social group that still has a connected parenting approach, please check out some of our other virtual support group options at https://wifcc.eventbrite.com/
This online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. You will need to have access to a smart phone with the free Zoom app, or a computer with a camera and microphone.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.

Family Photo Mini Sessions with Amy E Photography: Rice Lake
2026-08-14 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Rice Lake Main Street, 37 S Main St., Rice Lake, WI, 54868
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale July 10, 2026)

Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative/kinship, and/or reunified families to participate in an opportunity for a mini family photo session in Rice Lake. Each family will have a 15-minute mini session with a professional photographer.
If you have had a photoshoot with WiFCC in the past 2 years, we please ask you to withhold registering for this event to let families who have not had the opportunity to have family photos taken register. We appreciate your understanding.
Registrants will receive further information about arrival details and the exact location closer to the date of the photoshoot.
Please note: As these sessions are very time-limited, we will follow the guidelines below:
-Each family must register for only one session.
-We will not be able to accommodate pets at these photo shoots.
-Registrants not arriving by their assigned session start time will forfeit their session.
Photography for these sessions is being provided by Amy E Photography.
https://amyephotography.org/
Due to popularity of family events, please let your local WiFCC specialist know ahead of time if there is any reason you can no longer attend or need fewer tickets than you originally signed up for. We would like to accommodate as many families as possible.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Foster Parent and Adoptive Parent Support Group - Fond du Lac
2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Grace and Truth Christian Fellowship, N5776 County Rd D, Fond du Laz, WI, 54937
This group will have training opportunities, help and guidance with questions and concerns, and help to build relationships with others who are walking similar roads. Led by fellow foster parents.
A time of encouragement, support, and community.
Light refreshments and childcare will be provided. Please notify us if you will be utilizing childcare so we can plan accordingly.
Meeting on the first Tuesday of every month.
Email Lydia Duke for more info joelandlydia13@gmail.com

BirthmomsConnect Virtual Support Group
2026-07-30 20:00 - 21:00 UTC | Zoom
Our BirthmomsConnect support calls are held via Zoom and available to anyone who has given birth to a child, anywhere, no matter their affiliation with On Your Feet Foundation or when they placed. The only requirements to participate are as follows:

You gave birth to and placed a child for adoption, and your placement is final.
You agree to be respectful at all times.
What is said in the group remains in the group.

To participate, please download the Zoom app. Registration is required to join the calls.
Please note: BirthmomsConnect Calls are open to anyone who has given birth to and placed a child for adoption. If you are an adoption professional, social worker, birthfather, or other individual who is interested in learning more about our virtual support groups, please contact Jennifer Adams. Do not register for the calls. This is a safe space and we ask you to be respectful of that.
If you are a birthparent of color, LGBTQIA+ individual, birthfather, or birth family member and are interested in a support call specifically for individuals who share your story and experience, please let us know by sending an email to Jennifer Adams.

On Your Feet Foundation is committed to fostering a community that celebrates the uniquely individual experiences that have brought each of us to adoption. We strive to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive space in order to create a culture of safety and belonging for all of our stakeholders, one in which each voice is valued and heard.
Unmoderated/Drop-in Calls :: Thursdays* 8PM CST | 9PM EST | 6PM PST
The 1st, 3rd, 4th (and in months that have one, 5th) Thursday of each month are drop-in-calls, meaning that there is no specific topic being discussed and it is an opportunity for birthparents to connect and talk. Please remember to listen and be respectful of one another. This call may be moderated by an On Your Feet staff member and any concerns will be brought to the attention of Case Management staff.
*Please note there will not be a drop-in call on Halloween (October 31st) or Thanksgiving (November 28th).

Virtual Group: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
2026-07-23 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
A virtual group to support relative caregivers, caring for children.

Join us for this opportunity to connect with other relative caregivers who are the primary caregivers of their grandchildren, nieces, and nephews as a way to share the joys and challenges of being a relative caregiver. Our meetings will continue to be held virtually on one Thursday every month from 11am-12pm.
You will need to have an internet connection, computer or phone with the free Zoom app, a webcam and microphone. Please contact Breanna at bcalko@cclse.org with questions.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
All dates for 2026 are Thursdays at 11AM.

August 20
September 17
October 22
November 19
December 17

As a reminder this is for Wisconsin Residents who are relative caregivers of children.

WiFCC Midsummer Movie Night - Minion 3: Appleton
2026-07-13 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Marcus Valley Grand Cinema, W3091 Van Roy Rd, Appleton, WI, 54915
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale May 11 @6pm)

Please join WiFCC for a Midsummer Movie Night for Minions 3 in theaters! Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families are welcome to attend. Each family can have up to 8 people from their household attend this event.
We have the auditorium rented out exclusively for our group. Each attendee will receive a movie ticket, a 20 oz fountain beverage, popcorn, and candy of their choice.
Plan to arrive between 5:00pm and 5:20pm to check in and grab your drinks/snacks before the movie starts at 5:30 pm.
Due to the popularity of family events, please let your local WiFCC specialist know ahead of time if there is any reason you can no longer attend or need fewer tickets than you originally signed up for. We would like to accommodate as many families as possible.
If you have any questions regarding this event or have any special accommodation requests, please contact Val at vzegers@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Family Fun Night at Wakanda Waterpark - Spon. by JBF: Menomonie
2026-06-29 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Wakanda Waterpark, 909 Pine Avenue East, Menomonie, WI, 54751
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale May 22, 2026 @6pm)

Join WiFCC at Wakanda Waterpark sponsored by Jockey Being Family on Monday, June 29th starting at 7:00pm. The pool will be exclusively rented for our group between 7:00pm and 9:00pm.
The pool is friendly for all ages and features slides, diving boards, and a playground. Please note, guests must be 48 inches tall and able to swim in order to participate in slides and diving boards. To learn more about Wakanda Waterpark, check out their website here: https://www.menomonie-wi.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Wakanda-Waterpark-14
This event is intended for adoption, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver, and reunified families.
Due to popularity of family events, please let your local WiFCC specialist know ahead of time if there is any reason you can no longer attend or need fewer tickets than you originally signed up for. We would like to accommodate as many families as possible.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Family Fun Night at Together Farms: Mondovi
2026-06-23 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Together Farms, W93 Norden Road, Mondovi, WI, 54755, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale May 29, 2026 @6pm)

Join WiFCC at Together Farms on Tuesday, June 23rd for an evening of burgers, live music and fun! Together Farms offers grass-fed beef and locally sourced ingredients. WiFCC has reserved the farm for our group only. Each family will receive $15.00 per attendee to use towards food only. Any expenses over the $15.00 per attendee will be responsible to be paid for by the attendee(s). Beverages will be available to purchase onsite.
There is a maximum of 5 registrants per household.
This event is intended for adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver and reunified families.
Learn more about Together Farms and view their menu on their website https://togetherfarms.com/
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
Please note:
This event will take place on a working farm in rural Wisconsin. We are visitors to this farm and are asked to exercise respect for buildings, farm equipment, trees, plants, and animals. Attendees must leave gates & doors how they find them. Caregivers are responsible for the supervision of their children. Together Farms invites families to run and play however, many dangers exist on the farm including electric fences, animals, and farm equipment. It is not the responsibility of Together Farms or The Wisconsin Family Connections Center to supervise your children during this event. By registering for this event, you understand it is your responsibility to supervise your children at all times during this event. Families should be aware that various animals are present on the farm and should be treated with respect. For example, there are multiple dogs that may be freely navigating the property during our event. Do not interact with the dogs unless they approach you. Use caution when interacting with any animals and follow any instructions provided by Together Farms staff regarding approaching any animals.

La Crosse Loggers Baseball Game: La Crosse
2026-06-21 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | La Crosse Loggers Baseball, 400 Clinton St., La Crosse, WI, 54603
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

WiFCC is heading to the ballpark! Enjoy a night of Baseball at the La Crosse Loggers “Lumber Yard” field! The game starts at 5:30 P.M. La Crosse Loggers Versus the Waterlook Bucks!! Included with your ticket is a Logger Dog and Fountain Soda!
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
There is street parking behind the field and along the road and side streets.
If you have any questions about this event, contact Breanna at bcalko@cclse.org information on where we will be seated and where to meet Breanna before the game will be sent out to registrants prior to the event.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Mercies Coffee, 1748 Eagan Road, Madison, WI, 53704
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for this opportunity to meet with other caregivers and make connections! Come enjoy a meal and cup of coffee on us and get to know other adoptive, guardianship, foster, kinship, and reunified caregivers in your area.
We will meet at Mercies Coffee in Madison, WI. Each registrant will receive up to $15.00 towards the purchase of food or drink (non-alcoholic beverages) during our time together. You can view the menu here: https://merciescoffeewi.com/#our-menu
This is a great opportunity to bring any questions, resources, or fun facts to a group of other caregivers. If you have any questions, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org.
Please note: This is an adult only event, and no childcare will be available on site. This event is specific for adoptive, guardianship, foster, kinship, and reunified caregivers.
Register

Professional Development Series - Beyond Burnout: Somatic Strategies for Compassion FAtigue
2026-06-18 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | WEBINAR
Helping professionals give everything to their work — but sustainable care requires more than surface-level self-care. This interactive 1.5-hour
webinar explores compassion fatigue through the lens of the Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL) framework and somatic trauma theory, offering
evidence-informed strategies you can put to use right away.
Dr. Robin Matchett-Schmidt, DSW, LCSW, founder of Conscious Responses, LLC, brings deep expertise in trauma-informed care, secondary trauma, and nervous system regulation to this practical, engaging session. You’ll learn to differentiate between compassion fatigue, burnout, and secondary traumatic stress, recognize your body’s early warning signs, and develop a personalized 3-layer protection plan for long-term resilience.
Register
Wisconsin Professionals with an existing PDS account will receive 1.5 training credits and a certificate of attendance for participating in this webinar. Other participants will receive a certificate of attendance. Each individual participant must register separately to receive credit.
Questions? Call us at 414-475-1246 or email info@coalitionforcyf.org

Virtual Group: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
2026-06-18 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
A virtual group to support relative caregivers, caring for children.

Join us for this opportunity to connect with other relative caregivers who are the primary caregivers of their grandchildren, nieces, and nephews as a way to share the joys and challenges of being a relative caregiver. Our meetings will continue to be held virtually on one Thursday every month from 11am-12pm.
You will need to have an internet connection, computer or phone with the free Zoom app, a webcam and microphone. Please contact Breanna at bcalko@cclse.org with questions.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
All dates for 2026 are Thursdays at 11AM.

July 23
August 20
September 17
October 22
November 19
December 17

As a reminder this is for Wisconsin Residents who are relative caregivers of children.

Virtual Group: Reunified Parents
2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Please join us for this new support group offered to parents who have recently reunified, or are in the process of reunifying (transitioning to reunification within the next month of the support group occurring). We will be meeting once every six weeks via Zoom at 7:00pm and will rotate between open discussion and topics.
Our Reunified Parent Support Group will be co-facilitated by a Parent Partner with lived experience from the PSP Jefferson County program, and by WiFCC Support Specialists Christy Timm and Chelsey Coulthurst.
We have several professional parent partners who are reunified parents themselves who will be discussing topics most important to the reunified parent community. The program, Parents Supporting Parents, cultivates the leadership of Wisconsin’s parents who have lived experience in the child welfare system. This group of parents serves as a model of hope and sources of support for parents currently experiencing public child welfare. It is parents with lived experience that will help to shape services and systems to promote child safety, permanency, and family well-being—and we want this support group to promote those ideals.
This group will value and be built upon non-judgmental support and encouragement. All attendees will be expected to respect the supportive environment of the group. If you are not sure if you qualify for this group, please reach out to your social worker. If you have any other questions, feel free to contact ccoulthurst@cclse.org.

Virtual Group: Adult Adoptees
2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
A virtual group for adult adoptees in WI

Connect with other adult adoptees from around Wisconsin. This will be a space for discussing your adoption experiences with others who “get it”, as well as for just getting to know one another and talking about life. This group is an open discussion format and is facilitated by an adult adoptee.
This online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. You will need to have access to a smart phone or a computer with the free Zoom app, a camera and microphone. Registrants will be emailed a link to use for joining the video chat. If you have any questions, please contact creppe@cclse.org.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.

Virtual Group: Open Mic Teen Support Group
2026-06-09 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Youth ages 13-17 who are part of an adoptive or guardianship family in Wisconsin

About this event
Join other teens of adoption or guardianship families for a live, video group session to socially connect and discuss topics related to challenges that arise in these family dynamics. This support group will be facilitated by Chelsey and Christy, WIFCC Support Specialists. Join as often as you would like!
This online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. Your child will need to have access to a smart phone with the free Zoom app, or a computer with a camera and microphone. Parents, you will receive the link your child will need to connect to the group. If you have any questions, please contact ctimm@cclse.org or ccoulthurst@cclse.org.
Who is this group for? for teens who are in foster, adoptive, kinship, and/or guardianship families.
The group’s goal is to provide a structured and safe place for your child to build trust, coping skills, and peer connections while reducing frustration, conflicts, and anxiety felt at home. The group provides your child an opportunity to meet with fellow children dealing with similar challenges with their families on a more personal level. Your child will participate in a variety of activities and discussion while focusing on this session’s theme. The overall goal is for your child to feel supported, that they have control over their attitude and success in life, and understand the complexities of family life.
Group criteria:
• Children between the ages of 13 and 17 are welcome to participate
• During group the child needs a private space free from distractions or other members of the family, but still under the supervision of a trusted adult.
• If you register your child, please be sure they understand prior to registration that this group requires a willingness to participate.
• What your child shares in group is confidential information, unless his or her safety is at risk. Group facilitators are mandatory reporters.
Additional virtual group acknowledgments:
• I understand there are potential risks to this technology, including interruptions, unauthorized access, and technical difficulties. WIFCC may discontinue the virtual group session if it is felt that the videoconferencing connections are not adequate for the situation.
• The group participants must be residing in the state of Wisconsin.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
Register

Taylor/Clark County Support Group
2026-06-08 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | River of Hope Church, 1129 West Broadway Avenue, Medford, WI, 54451
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

A support group for parents/caregivers of children impacted by adoption or out-of-home care residing in Clark or Taylor County. The group will be facilitated by a GIFTS Case Manager/Regional Support Specialist, but is designed for attendees to participate and connect. This is a great chance to connect with other caregivers in your area to help build a supportive network and sense of community.
These in-person groups will run from 5:30-7:00 pm. The first half hour is for parents/caregivers to arrive and eat dinner together before the group discussion starts.
Dinner and water/soda will be provided during each group. Attendees can feel free to bring their own snacks and drinks if that’s preferred! As this is an adults-only support group, a $25 childcare reimbursement, one per family, is available for those who need to secure childcare back at home in order to attend the in-person support group dates.
Please reach out to Chelsey at ccoulthurst@cclse.org with any questions! This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Families Like Mine: Relative Caregivers for Children-Southwestern WI
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Henry Vilas Zoo, 702 South Randall Avenue, Madison, WI, 53175
Join us at the Families Like Mine Regional Event for Wisconsin Relative Caregivers of Children – let’s share, learn, and support each other!

This Families Like Mine is a free regional event for relative caregivers in Southwestern Wisconsin who are caring for children both through child welfare and informally. This drop-in event at the Henry Vilas Zoo will take place at the Education Pavilion from 10:00am-2:00pm. Please come when it is convenient for you.
This event will feature:

Regional and state-wide vendors that support relative and like-kin caregiving families
Provide opportunities to connect with experienced relatives and like-kin caregivers to build support and connection
An opportunity for relatives and like-kin caregivers to enjoy the zoo

Attendees will have opportunities to meet and connect with other relative caregivers from throughout the state, as well as collect resources for ongoing support.
Please note- This is a drop-in event. You do not need to stay the entire time. Bringing the children in your care is optional. Boxed lunches, vendors, and opportunity to connect with experienced relative and like-kin caregivers will all take place at the Education Pavilion.
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Eau Claire Express Baseball Family Night at Carson Park: Eau Claire
2026-06-01 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Carson Park Eau Claire Express, 702 Carson Park Dr., Eau Claire, WI, 54701
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale April 27, 2026 @6pm)

WiFCC is heading to the ballpark! Join us for an Eau Claire Express game at Carson Park on Monday, June 1st, 2026. The TDS Terrace has been reserved for our group. Each attendee will have access to unlimited ballpark fare and Pepsi products. This event is open to foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship/relative caregiver and reunified families.
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
There is a 6 ticket max per household.
Registrants should plan to arrive between 6:00pm and 6:30pm to pick up their tickets. The game will begin at 6:35pm and will feature the Eau Claire Express vs the Thunder Bay Border Cats.
This event would be a great opportunity to invite your child’s birth/first family or previous foster family. We understand this may not work for all families, but encourage you to consider it. We hope to create an opportunity for children to have all their loved ones in one location whenever possible and create positive memories together. Please have each household register separately.
If you have any questions about this event, contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Kickoff Summer - Afternoon at the Ball Park: Green Bay
2026-05-31 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Green Bay Rockers Baseball, 2231 Holmgren Way, Green Bay, WI, 54304
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale March 16, 2026 @6pm)

Kickoff summer with the Wisconsin Family Connections Center and Jockey Being Family with an afternoon of baseball! We will be watching the Green Bay Rockers take on the Wausau Woodchucks on Sunday, May 31st. This game starts at 1:05pm. Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, birth, and reunified families are welcome!
Each person in your family must be registered for an individual ticket. Each attendee will receive a seat ticket along with a voucher for a hot dog and soda/water along with a Rockers hat. All children 12 years and under will receive a wristband for the Kid Zone. Our group will all be seated together, which will allow families to connect and talk with others who have been impacted by adoption or out-of-home care.
This event would be a great opportunity to invite your child’s birth/first family or previous foster family. We understand this may not work for all family dynamics but encourage you to consider it. We hope to create an opportunity for children to have all their loved ones in one location whenever possible and create positive memories together. Please have each household register separately.
*You will pick-up tickets at Rockers Stadium Will Call day of event.
Spots are limited for this event. Contact Val at vzegers@cclse.org with questions.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Love Through Hair Care: Texture Haircare Workshop
2026-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Devine Beauty Salon, 2039 McCoy Rd., Sun Prairie, WI, 53590
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale April 3, 2026)

Adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver, and reunified families — join us for a special class focusing on learning more about your child’s textured hair. This class is meant to show caregivers how to work with textured hair, specifically those with 3C to 4B texture.
This in-person instruction at Devine Beauty Salon in Sun Prairie will be hosted by Olena, owner of Devine Beauty, who is passionate about blending artistry and education into creating beautiful, elevated looks while celebrating individuality, culture, and confidence. This workshop will take place on Sunday, May 31st from 10am-12pm. It is a family hair affair (combo course) which will cover textured hair types, general textured hair care knowledge, use of products, as well as hands-on instruction for simple hairstyles. There will also be time for a Q&A!
A hair care grab bag will be included with your registration.
Each ticket is good for 1 adult and 1 child. This event is restricted to one child per family.
Your child must be able to sit for 2 hours consecutively. Feel free to bring snacks and entertainment for your child (ie: phone, tablet, snacks, etc.) We will also have snacks and fidgets available.
For more information about Devine Beauty Salon please visit: https://www.divinebeautystylist.com/
If you have any questions or accommodation needs, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Teen & Parent/Caregiver Night at Reboot Social: Eau Claire
2026-05-28 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | The Reboot Social, 220 S Barstow Street, Eau Claire, WI, 54701
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale April 30, 2026 @6pm)

Caregivers and teens, join WiFCC at Reboot Social on Thursday, May 28th. Our group will have the banquet room reserved from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Pizza, pop and arcade tokens will be provided. To learn more about Reboot Social, check out their website here: https://therebootsocial.com/.
Please register for one ticket per person, with a maximum of 5 tickets per family. This event is designed for caregivers and teens ages 12+, so please note that at least one of your tickets should be for the accompanying adult.
If you have any questions about this event, contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Family Day at the Milwaukee Public Museum with WiFCC & JBF: Milwaukee
2026-05-27 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | The Milwaukee Public Museum, 880 W Wells St., Milwaukee, WI, 53233
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Join WiFCC and Jockey Bring Family for a fun afternoon with the Milwaukee Public Museum! We will have a guided tour from 1pm-2pm through “A Bug’s World” and then have the rest of the afternoon to explore the museum. More information about the guided portion of the event below:
A Bug’s World: It’s a bug’s world, and we’re just living in it! Take an up-close look at this often-tiny world of arthropods and how it interacts with ours. Meet some bugs and see some of MPM’s smallest live residents up close! Discover the arthropod friends that live among us! Gain appreciation for how important they are to our own lives. Learn about butterflys and what makes these magnificent insects soar above the rest! Last, some of our littlest neighbors can make the biggest impact on our environment. Learn how plants rely on insects and vice versa.
Please note: This event is limited to 6 tickets per family. Each family must check-in with their WiFCC specialist between 12:30-1pm.
For all questions and concerns please contact Christy at ctimm@cclse.org. For more information about the museum visit https://www.mpm.edu/
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Parent/Caregiver Coffee Meet-up at The Dock Coffee: Spooner
2026-05-23 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | The Dock Coffee, 218 Walnut St., Spooner, WI, 54801
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, and reunified caregivers join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center to connect, learn, and share!
Join us for this opportunity to meet with other caregivers and make connections! We will meet at The Dock Coffee in Spooner, WI on Saturday, May 23rd from 8:30am to 10:00am. Each registrant will receive a food or drink purchase of up to $10. You can view the menu here: https://thedockcoffee.com/menu/
Registration is required for this event. Contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org with any questions.
Please note: This is an adult-only event, and no childcare will be available on site. Please make arrangements accordingly. A $25 childcare reimbursement is available, one per family, for folks who must secure childcare in order to attend, if not already covered by another funding source.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Milwaukee Brewers Game WiFCC Family Fun Night: Milwaukee
2026-05-22 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | American Family Field, 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, 53214
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale March 9, 2026 @12pm)

Join WiFCC as we indulge in America’s favorite pastime! Come out to the ballpark to watch the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI. The game starts at 6:40pm, and our tickets will be in the Loge Outfield section on the first base side, second level.
One ticket is good for one person with a maximum of 6 tickets per household. If additional tickets or special accommodations are needed, please contact the Support Specialist at jsocolick@cclse.org. Additional tickets will also be available for purchase separately.
Ticket registration opens on March 9, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. Ticket distribution will be determined and communicated to you in April 2026 by a WiFCC Support Specialist. Please note, general parking passes are included in your ticket offer. For information on parking, directions, or alternative transportation to American Family Field, visit:
https://www.mlb.com/brewers/ballpark/transportation
Please review the ballpark’s bag and carry-in policies at https://www.mlb.com/brewers/ballpark/security
For any questions, please email jsocolick@cclse.org.
Cancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
