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.
Join WiFCC at Wakanda Waterpark on Monday, June 30th starting at 7:00 pm. The pool will be exclusively rented for our group between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm. 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 […]
CWLA is pleased to partner with Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, the Founder & President of NTI Upstream, to bring you the vital training series Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy & the Vulnerable Child. We are also grateful to James Bell Associates for their generous sponsorship of the series to support greater participation. This training series will explore […]
This summer, the Tree House is excited to offer a helping hand to dads with a new six-week program. Free to any dad who wants to improve his knowledge and skills in raising healthy children, 24:7 Dad will run Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm, June 17-July 22, at Geneva Lakes Family YMCA. Topics will include self-awareness, […]
Positive Indian Parenting reconnects Native families with traditional child-rearing practices, blending timeless cultural teachings with modern parenting challenges to nurture strong families, preserve traditions, and empower future generations. This three-day train-the-trainer model for Positive Indian Parenting, the culturally responsive curriculum, draws on the strengths of historic Native child-rearing practices, incorporating lessons like storytelling, harmony, and […]
The Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative/kinship, and/or reunified families to participate in a free family photo mini-session in La Crosse. Each family will have a 10-minute mini-session with a professional photographer and will receive five edited, digital images within four weeks of the photo shoot. Registrants will receive further information from […]
Create the family culture you want and learn practical tools and skills to support this. This free 6-class training is designed for parents and family caregivers of adolescents. We will explore ways to act with compassion, say "no" to support our yeses, get clear about our expectations, and take care of our mind, spirit, heart, […]
CWLA is pleased to partner with Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, the Founder & President of NTI Upstream, to bring you the vital training series Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy & the Vulnerable Child. We are also grateful to James Bell Associates for their generous sponsorship of the series to support greater participation. This training series will explore […]
Caregivers and teens, join the WiFCC at Reboot Social on Wednesday, July 9th. Our group will have the banquet room reserved from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Pizza 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 […]
Come join the WiFCC for an evening of roller skating! This event will take place at Howard Commons Activities Complex in Howard, WI. Our group will have the rink reserved, with access to the rink from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. This event is open to adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregivers, and reunified families and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join the WiFCC at Fairfax Pool sponsored by Jockey Being Family on Friday, July 11th, starting at 7:00 pm. The pool will be exclusively rented for our group between 7:00 pm and 8:45 pm. The pool is friendly for all ages and features a three-story waterslide, diving boards, a playground, and more! To learn more […]
Learn about what is happening right here in our Wisconsin community…foster parents and social work professionals will be here to share their experiences and answer questions. This virtual meeting is FREE and there is no obligation other than listening and asking questions! Hosted by Norris foster parents and foster care staff. Reserve your spot here: […]
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 […]
Let the Wisconsin Family Connections Center take you out to the ball game! We are happy to offer individuals and families impacted by adoption or out-of-home care the opportunity to attend a Madison Night Mares softball game together. Each registrant for your family will receive a game ticket and a small food voucher. Limit of […]
Join the WiFCC at LakeView Berry Farm on Tuesday, July 15th, for an evening of berry picking. Each registrant will get a pint box/pail to pick as many berries as will fit in it. This event will be prime for all types of berries on the farm! The venue is providing bottled water, and I […]
CWLA is pleased to partner with Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, the Founder & President of NTI Upstream, to bring you the vital training series Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy & the Vulnerable Child. We are also grateful to James Bell Associates for their generous sponsorship of the series to support greater participation. This training series will explore […]
This summer, the Tree House is excited to offer a helping hand to dads with a new six-week program. Free to any dad who wants to improve his knowledge and skills in raising healthy children, 24:7 Dad will run Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm, June 17-July 22, at Geneva Lakes Family YMCA. Topics will include self-awareness, […]
Skills & Strategies will prepare participants to be successful in the role of a Lead Child Care Teacher in an early childhood setting. Participants will examine the subjects of curriculum planning and activity selection in a developmentally appropriate early childhood environment, explore strategies to involve parents, and examine the role of observation in a developmentally […]
Free, adoptee-only online event to be in community amid major societal changes This will be a space to gather, reflect, and process together in light of recent political shifts, creating a supportive environment where we can connect, recharge, and discuss how current policies affect us as individuals and as a community. This is an adoptee-only […]
Please join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for a night of summer fun at the ball diamond! This event is open to foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship/relative caregivers, and reunified families. Each registrant will receive their ticket to the game along with a food item and drink (water/soda), and a ball cap! If you would like […]
CWLA is pleased to partner with Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, the Founder & President of NTI Upstream, to bring you the vital training series Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy & the Vulnerable Child. We are also grateful to James Bell Associates for their generous sponsorship of the series to support greater participation. This training series will explore […]
This summer, the Tree House is excited to offer a helping hand to dads with a new six-week program. Free to any dad who wants to improve his knowledge and skills in raising healthy children, 24:7 Dad will run Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm, June 17-July 22, at Geneva Lakes Family YMCA. Topics will include self-awareness, […]
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Join Wisconsin Family Connections Center on Wednesday, July 23rd, at the Pablo Center for the musical, The Wizard of Oz. The musical begins at 7:30 pm. Prior to the show, our group will have a meet-and-greet with the cast starting at 6:00 p.m. Details for the meet and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
*Adoptive, foster, kinship, reunified, and guardianship families: *Individuals affected by adoption or out-of-home care: *Professionals working with clientele impacted by out-of-home care: The Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites you to join us for a special event. Together, we will enjoy a viewing of Love Differently, a documentary featuring our very own Diana Higgenbottom, a Wisconsin […]
This event is intended for adoption, foster, guardianship, relative caregivers, and reunified families. Join the WiFCC at the Bristol Renaissance Faire on Saturday, July 26th, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. This will be a magical day with your family to step into a day of imagination and fun! Be sure to dress up if […]
Attention adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative/kinship, and reunified families! The Wisconsin Family Connections Center and the Journeys Program are partnering to bring you some summer fun! Enjoy some fun in the sun at the Onalaska Aquatic Center. We will have the whole pool to ourselves, and lifeguards will be on site for this event! Registration for […]
Catholic Charities Journeys Program invites adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver, and reunified families to join us on Sunday, July 27th, at the L.E. Phillips YMCA Sports Center for the second annual Back to School Bash sponsored by Jockey, Being Family, and the Wisconsin Family Connections Center. The space will be exclusively rented from 1:00 pm-3:30 […]
CWLA is pleased to partner with Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, the Founder & President of NTI Upstream, to bring you the vital training series Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy & the Vulnerable Child. We are also grateful to James Bell Associates for their generous sponsorship of the series to support greater participation. This training series will explore […]
Enjoy a summer evening ballgame with the Wisconsin Family Connections Center and Jockey Being Family! We will be watching the Kenosha Kingfish take on the Rockford Rivets on Wednesday, July 30th. This game starts at 6:30 pm. Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, birth, and reunified families/individuals are welcome! Each person in your family must have a […]
Learn about what is happening right here in our Wisconsin community…foster parents and social work professionals will be here to share their experiences and answer questions. This virtual meeting is FREE and there is no obligation other than listening and asking questions! Hosted by Norris foster parents and foster care staff. Reserve your spot here: […]
Caregiving asks so much of you—and when the days get tough, having the right tools can make all the difference. This webinar explores how to set compassionate, trauma-responsive boundaries with children. Rather than relying on control or punishment, trauma-responsive boundaries center safety, connection, and co-regulation. Through interactive games, practical examples, and real-life scenarios, caregivers will […]
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 […]
