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 us for a writing circle for adult adoptees at Meade Street Bistro (2729 N. Meade Street, Appleton). Light appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks will also be provided (up to $15/person). Whether you’re just beginning to explore your adoption story or have been reflecting on it for years, this space offers a gentle, judgment-free environment to […]
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, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families - bring the family out for some fall fun! Come and enjoy the many attractions The Burch Barn Pumpkin Patch offers – get lost in the corn maze, dig around in the corn pit, win a derby horse race, explore the pedal carts, or slide down the gunny […]
Adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative/kinship, and reunified families ~ Please join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for an afternoon at the EAA Museum. Located in Oshkosh, the EAA Aviation Museum is one of the world's finest aviation attractions and a year-round destination for the entire family. Come and explore their world-class displays and galleries. Check out […]
Caregivers and teens, join WiFCC at LK Art Bucket on Tuesday, September 30th. Our group will be doing a glow session in the splatter room between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm. Your registration includes an 8X10 canvas, protective poncho or coveralls, goggles, and shoe covers. To learn more about LK Art Bucket and the glow […]
This series will highlight the power of preparing families before they legally adopt or commit to guardianship. A range of programs that educate and support families at various stages during this critical phase will be shared, enabling prospective sites to determine what they can draw from to tailor to their own systems. Note: A session […]
Join the WiFCC at Bowl Winkle's on Saturday, October 4th, from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. There will be bowling and pizza. To learn more about Bowl Winkle's, check out their website here https://bowlwinklesbowling.com/. There is a maximum of 6 tickets per household. This event is intended for adoption, foster, guardianship, relative caregivers, and reunified […]
Wisconsin Family Connections Center: Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families—bring the family out for a day of Fall Fun! Waldvogel Farm is Wisconsin's LARGEST pumpkin farm and boasts over 80+ fun activities and attractions to enjoy. Hit the 150' mega slide, play a round of mini golf, catch a ride on the farm train […]
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 […]
Join WiFCC at Endgame Mini Golf (located at 2900 S Main St, Cedar Mall Suite D2, Rice Lake, WI 54868) on Tuesday, October 14th from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm. Endgame Mini Golf features mini golf, brick building, and various games. To learn more about Endgame Mini Golf, check out their website here: https://endgameminigolf.com/. Please note: bright […]
