Welcome to our Calendar of Events!

This calendar includes opportunities for learning and connection from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, the Coalition for Children, Youth & Families, and several other organizations across Wisconsin. (NOTE: Opportunities from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center are noted with a blue ribbon on the calendar below.)

–> Find training and event flyers here.

–> For a complete listing of Regional Events and Support Groups, please visit the Wisconsin Family Connections Center Eventbrite Page.

–> Find support group flyers here.

–> For information about Recorded Webinars, Upcoming Live Webinars, Courses, and Conferences, please visit the Champion Classrooms.

Events are added as information is made available to us. If you’d like to share an upcoming event with us, please contact us at info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org.

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Celebrating Abilities Special Education Family Forum

Marshall High School 4141 N. 64th Street, Milwaukee, WI

This forum is designed to empower families of children with disabilities. What is Celebrating Abilities?  Celebrating Abilities is a Special Education Family Forum for Milwaukee Public Schools families, offering workshops, expert presentations, and networking to help families navigate disability services and celebrate their children’s strengths. Why Attend the Forum? Discover: New strategies, resources, and support […]

Nurturing a Positive Racial Identity in Black Children

Online

How do I raise a black child with a positive racial identity? What factors influence their self-perception and identity development? And how do I contribute to their growth as a caregiver? Join us for a 2 hour workshop as we explore these topics together and spend time asking questions, sharing stories, and practicing relevant skills. Join […]

Adoptee Storytellers–We the Experts: Adoptee Speaker Series

Zoom

This month’s We the Experts will feature Adoptee Storytellers in their myriad of roles such as authors, poets, public speakers, artists, and other creative outlets of sharing one’s story. Storytelling is so essential to our community whose narrative has historically been written by outside or adjacent counterparts with the intention of shaping the story as […]

Self-Esteem

Virtual

Healthy self-esteem gives kids confidence in themselves and their abilities. Learn the building blocks for healthy self-esteem. Presenter: Ann-Marie St John, MS - Community Education Coordinator at Parents Place Ann-Marie develops and facilitates educational opportunities for parents, caregivers, and professionals. She received her BA in Elementary Education from UW-Platteville and her MS in Administrative Leadership from UW-Milwaukee. She is […]

March Support Group

Virtual

Engage in a discussion with a parent education expert about the highs and lows of parenting using evidence-based strategies for overcoming challenges, enhancing the joys of parenting, and fostering a deeper connection with your children. Presenter: Ann-Marie St John, MS - Community Education Coordinator at Parents Place Ann-Marie develops and facilitates educational opportunities for parents, caregivers, and […]

(Webinar) Section 504: What Parents and Students Need to Know

Zoom

Learn the similarities and differences between Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 plans. The training will cover what Section 504 is, what schools must do because of it, the criteria for students to qualify for a 504 accommodation plan, and how 504s differ from IEPs. We will also cover how Section 504 can help students […]

(Webinar) R.I.D.E. the Wave: Understanding Stress, Anxiety, and Promoting Resilience

Zoom

This workshop explores key aspects of child and adolescent development, focusing on understanding the differences between stress and anxiety and their impact on well-being. Participants will learn to identify signs of anxiety, explore its effects on mental health, and discover evidence-based coping strategies and therapeutic approaches. The session also emphasizes building resilience, equipping attendees with […]

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VIRTUAL GROUP: Adult Adoptees

Zoom

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 has an open discussion format and is facilitated by an adult adoptee. This online group will […]

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Coffee & Conversation – Parent/Caregiver Support Meet-Up: Appleton

Uncle Mike's Food Emporium 3860 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI

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 Uncle Mike's Food Emporium in Appleton, WI. Each registrant will receive a food and/or drink purchase of up to $10. […]

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WiFCC Caregiver & Youth Bath Bomb/Shower Steamer Party: Wausau

Magnolia Soap and Bath Co Wausau 320 N 3rd Street, Wausau, WI

Please join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for a caregiver/child party at Magnolia Soap and Bath Co. to make shower steamers or bath bombs! Each family can bring up to two people (one must be an adult). There is no minimum age requirement for children attending; however, the caregiver must be able to assist and […]