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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LIVE VIEWING – Hope for the Journey Conference: Chippewa Falls

Jacob's Well Church 3211 North 50th Avenue, Lake Hallie, WI, United States

The Wisconsin Family Connections Center is excited to host an opportunity for individuals and families to attend a simulcast of the national virtual conference, "Hope for the Journey." We will view the simulcast together, in person, on Friday, April 25th, in Chippewa Falls. We will begin showing the conference at 9:00 am sharp, and welcome […]

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WiFCC Caregiver Getaway: Brookfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Milwaukee - Brookfield 18155 West Bluemound Road, Brookfield, WI

Parents and caregivers: you deserve a day for YOU! We invite you to take a night away and join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center to focus on caring for yourself. Attend as an individual or as a couple; both are welcome! Our speaker, Allison Kunkel, will guide us through the day with a presentation entitled […]

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WiFCC Caregiver Getaway: La Crosse

Radisson Hotel La Crosse 200 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, WI

Parents and caregivers (adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship/relative, and reunified caregivers who reside in Wisconsin): you deserve a day for YOU! We invite you to take a night away and join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center to focus on caring for yourself. Attend as an individual or as a couple; both are welcome! Our speaker, Jennifer […]

Belong Wisconsin Open House

The 10th Frame 618 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI

Help the Belong Wisconsin team welcome in this exciting new era! This event is open to anything interested in learning about Belong Wisconsin, meeting the team, and exploring options to get involved. Guests are welcome to join an afternoon of fun, conversation, and bowling. To register, please visit https://www.belongwisconsin.org/april-2025.

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WiFCC Family Fun Day at High Roller: Eau Claire

High Roller Skating Center of Eau Claire 3120 Melby St., Eau Claire, WI

Join the WiFCC for a fun-filled afternoon of skating and pizza at High Roller in Eau Claire! Each family (up to 6 people) will receive their admissions, one large pizza, and one pitcher of soda. This event is for foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families. We will have the rink reserved for just our […]

Monthly Birth Parent Support Group (Virtual)

Zoom

Spence-Chapin’s Birth Parent Support Group is a virtual meet-up for individuals who made an adoption plan (with Spence-Chapin or elsewhere) and are in any stage in their placement journey. This group is a safe place to get support and know that you are not alone. Topics will include coping with feelings of grief and loss, sharing […]

Adoptee-Birthparent Activism In The Faith Community

Zoom

This session explores the critical intersection of faith and adoption activism through the personal and professional experiences of both an adoptee and birth mother. Dr. Patrice Martin and Mellisa Lathion, MSN, share their journey of collaboration in establishing the Faith Collective for Truth and Healing in Adoption, highlighting the often overlooked impacts of adoption practices […]

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Conversations on Race, Equity, and Inclusion Training Series: Session 6–Microaggressions: An In-depth Exploration into Acts of Racism

Zoom

The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) is pleased to present the Conversations on Race, Equity, and Inclusion training series. The six-part training series offers an opportunity for social work and human service professionals to explore the following topics: Session 1) Being Color Brave and Culturally Humble Session 2) Implicit Bias and Different Types of […]

The Power of Positive Parenting

Virtual

Be empowered with the skills needed to navigate raising children in today’s society, fostering strong, nurturing families and vibrant communities. 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 […]

Managing Kids’ Anger

Virtual

Learn strategies for helping children regulate strong emotions safely and learn some valuable coping strategies to maintain your own sense of calm. 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 […]