Wisconsin Family Connections Center

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.

Medicaid Made Easy
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
This session gives families a solid understanding of Medicaid programs for young children. We explain everything from funding to eligibility to how services are received, using an easy-to-understand format focused on how these programs work to cover services and supplies for Wisconsin families.
Sign Up:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zCO4Iq_JQSKO4vhHobBLJA
After you sign up, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.

Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Waukesha County
2026-05-26 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | The Steaming Cup, 340 W Main St, Waukesha, WI, 53186
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
Foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, and reunified caregivers—join us to connect, learn, and share! The Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites you to gather with fellow caregivers in a welcoming, informal setting to build community and support one another.
We meet every 6 weeks at rotating locations throughout Waukesha County. Each registered participant will receive up to $15 toward a food or drink purchase.
ℹ️ Important Details

Registration is required for each individual event date.
This is an adults-only event; childcare is not available onsite.
A $25 childcare reimbursement per family is available for those who need to arrange care (if not covered by another funding source).

❗ Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 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.
👥 Eligibility
This event is limited to Wisconsin caregivers of children impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
📧 Questions?
Contact Jamie at jsocolick@cclse.org for more information.
We look forward to connecting with you!

Caregivers Afternoon Out: Woodburning in Baraboo
2026-05-24 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Brushes & Bubbly, S2634 County Highway BD Suite 3, Baraboo, WI, 53913
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale April 10 @6pm)

WiFCC parents & caregivers, join us for a fun afternoon in Baraboo! Each caregiver will learn to create a wood burned design onto a cutting board! Pick your design from hundreds of options and create something unique. As a reminder, this is an adult only event. For caregivers who need to secure childcare back home in order to attend, a $25 childcare stipend, one per family, will also be available.
If you have any questions, please contact Breanna Calko at bcalko@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.

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.

Virtual Group: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
2026-05-21 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.

June 18
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
2026-05-20 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.

What's After High School?
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
A broad overview of the transition to adult life for youth with disabilities and special health care needs for families with children ages 14 – 21, and the educators and providers who support them. Attendees will learn about the role of schools, employment, long-term support, supported decision-making, and other legal options, and how youth can be fully engaged in their community. This session is presented in partnership with Parent to Parent of Wisconsin.
Sign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/OZXYu08iTmWoPhwNygqcPQ
After you sign up, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.

Introduction to Children's Long-Term Support Program
2026-05-19 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
An introduction for families of younger children to the Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS) program, including steps to get the most out of CLTS. We discuss the screening process, the role of Support and Service Coordinators, and the experiences of families. This event is hosted in partnership with the Nurture Network of Southeast WI Families.
Sign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RYqdc1CiTg64D9LEs8-XDw

Virtual Group: Connected Parenting
2026-05-18 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 connected parenting virtual support group just for you! This group is especially for parents/caregivers who are looking for:
–A place to be seen, heard, and supported from other attendees who understand similar parenting challenges;
–More brain based, connection-focused parenting support; and
-Helpful ideas and resources from the group’s facilitators.
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 and Support Specialist Val Zegers. With questions, please email wifcc@cclse.org.
Please note: This group is specifically designed to provide support for the caregivers who are struggling to find parenting techniques to support a child in their home who may have a trauma history alongside 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.
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Family Day at the Farm sponsored by Jockey Being Family: Brooklyn
2026-05-17 09:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Rising Spirits Farm, 996 Storytown Rd., Brooklyn, WI, 53521
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale April 6 @6pm)

Adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver, and reunified families — Join us for a special event sponsored by the Wisconsin Family Connections Center and Jockey Being Family, in partnership with the CEDAR Center! Come spend the morning or afternoon connecting with nature and horses and find out how this can be a way to strengthen connection with ourselves, our family members, and other families. You will have the opportunity to experience hands-on games, activities, and art projects that will support communication, empathy, deepening relationships, and a sense of community. Horse activities will include brushing, grooming, and possibly leading. (The day will not include riding horses.) Snacks and drinks will be provided, as well as a lunch that will allow the morning and afternoon groups to come together and meet one another. All sensory and disability experiences are welcome. Information you provide about your children’s special needs will be shared with the CEDAR Center. This event will be held at beautiful Rising Spirits Farm in Brooklyn, WI. In the event of rain, we will use the barn and indoor arena. All participants will need to fill out a liability release form before interacting with horses.
Please register for the morning session (9:30am to noon) if your children are elementary school aged (approximately 6-12). Please register for the afternoon session (1pm to 3:30pm) if you have teens. If you have both younger and older children, choose the option in which you think your children would do best. Each family should sign up for only one session so that as many families as possible can benefit.
About our facilitator: We are thrilled to be partnering with Elizabeth Seeliger of the CEDAR Center for this event. Elizabeth is a graduate of the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies and is an adopted person as well as an adoptive parent. She has training in Infant, Early Childhood, and Family Mental Health, which guides her work with families. For more information about the CEDAR Center or Rising Spirits Farm, visit their websites at https://www.cedarcenter.org and https://www.triquestrian.com/
This event is able to be offered to families at no charge thanks to funding from the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center.
If you have questions or would like to be added to the waitlist, please email 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.

Families Like Mine: Relative Caregivers for Children-Northern WI
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | The Key To Escape, 407 Oneida St., Minoqua, WI, 54548
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 Northern Wisconsin who are caring for children both through child welfare and informally. This drop-in event at The Key to Escape will take place 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 relative and like-kin caregivers to build support and connection
The renting out of the mini-golf space to exclusively allow relative and like-kin caregivers to enjoy the activity with the children they are caring for

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.

REGISTER TODAY!

Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
2026-05-16 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.
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WiFCC Family Photo Mini Sessions: Wausau
2026-05-15 16:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Oak Island Park, 500 River Dr., Wausau, WI, 54403
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

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 Wausau. Each family will have a 15-minute mini session with a professional photographer and will receive 5 edited, digital images within 4 weeks of the photo shoot. If you have attended a photoshoot with WiFCC in the past 2 years, we please ask that you 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 from the photographer about any necessary arrival details or paperwork. The exact address and parking information will be sent via email to all registrants.
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 Joys in Life Photography
https://www.joysinlifephotography.com/
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.
In case of inclement weather, the sessions will be at Blue Gill Park in Wausau on Sunday, 5/17 from 4 pm-7 pm. Each family’s time slot will remain the same. The support specialist will communicate with each family if this occurs!
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Chelsey at ccoulthurst@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.

Circles of Life Conference - Families and Professionals on the Path Together
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-15 | Holiday Inn Convention Center, Stevens Point, 1001 Amber Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, 54482, United States
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities and the professionals who support them.

Deadline: May 1 / No Walk-in Registrations
Event Highlights:

30 Family-Focused Sessions: IEPs, employment, self-care, financial planning, and more
Gathering of Youth: a dynamic program for youth ages 10 to 18 with disabilities
Sibshops: half-day sessions for brothers and sisters of children with disabilities
Over 45 Valuable Resource Vendors
Financial Assistance: learn how to request funding from CLTS, IRIS or Family Care for this event
Limited Scholarships: available to families to cover the cost of registration and lodging

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Virtual Group: Adult Adoptees
2026-05-13 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
2026-05-12 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.
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Virtual Group: Birth Parent Support
2026-05-12 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
A virtual support group for birth parents throughout Wisconsin.

An online support group for birth parents who have placed a child for adoption. This group is open to all birth parents who have had a child placed for adoption, no matter what type of adoption or agency involved. Come ask your questions and meet others who share a similar story. It does not matter how long ago you placed. This group will meet on the second Tuesday of every other month (odd months – January, March….) and will be facilitated by Karla. If you have any questions, please contact kmeyer@cclse.org.
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. Registrants will be emailed a link to use for joining the video chat.
This group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
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New Insights and Supports for Transracial Parenting: Launching our Updated Transracial Parenting Series
2026-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | WEBINAR
Join us for this Lunch and Learn Webinar presented by Isaac Etter, a transracial adoptee and founder of Identity and Parenting Different. Isaac will introduce himself and share an overview of his work, and introduce our newly updated Transracial Parenting Series located in Champion Classrooms. These upcoming recorded webinars will include Inside Transracial Adoption, Protective Styling Done Right, Trauma-Informed Parenting in Transracial Families, and Understanding and Supporting Transracial Adoptees.
Join us to learn about these updates to the Transracial Parenting Series and gain insight into the important work Isaac Etter is doing to support foster and adoptive families, as well as relative/like-kin caregivers of children.
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Cozy Connections Book Club
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Online
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Gather your people, brew some tea, and crack open a good book because connection starts with a story. The Wisconsin Family Connections Center now has an online book club to help individuals come together, laugh, learn, and feel less alone. Whether you are a foster, adoptive, or kinship caregiver – this group is for you!
Please join us for a series of relaxed evenings (virtual) to share reflections, connections, and conversations as we read through: Sisters in the Wind by Angeline Boulley.
This online book club will meet every other week beginning May 11th.
When you register, please be sure to fill out your most recent contact information as the book will be shipped directly to your home. If you already have a copy of this book or have access to a copy through your local library, please indicate that when you register.
Once this group finishes the current book, the group will help select the next read.
For any questions or concerns regarding this online book club, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Taylor/Clark County Support Group
2026-05-11 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.

Family Fun Day at Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway: Osceola
2026-05-09 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway, 114 Depot Rd., Osceola, WI, 54020
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

All aboard the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway on Saturday, May 9th at 11 am! Your ticket registration includes the train ride, pizza and scenic views of the St. Croix River Valley. There is a maximum of 4 tickets available per household.
To learn more about Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway, visit their website here: https://trainride.org/all-rides/.
If you have 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.

Birth Mother Brunch
2026-05-09 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Catholic Charities – Green Bay, 1825 Riverside Drive, Green Bay, WI, 54301
Join us for a special morning set aside to honor and celebrate birth mothers. Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of good food, meaningful connection, and a time of encouragement with others who understand the unique journey of placing a child for adoption.
RSVP by May 2, 2026
Email sritter@gbdioc.org or Text 920.680.2544 to RSVP
*Childcare will be provided; please mention when you RSVP. We need three people registered to hold the event.

Get Started: Navigating Systems of Support
2026-05-08 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
This session guides you through the landscape of programs when your young child has a disability or special health care needs. Learn about Medicaid, Katie Beckett, Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS), private insurance, taking care of yourself and more. This is presented in partnership with Children’s Resource Center – Southeast.
Sign Up:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7F7VY9I2SWSbKUoTSFdHzA
After you sign up, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.

Birth Parent Woodboard Art: Wausau
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Clay Corner Studio LLC, 1801 Sherman Street, Wausau, WI, 54401, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

This event is open to all birth parents who have had a child placed for adoption, no matter what type of adoption or which agency was involved. Regardless of how long ago placement occurred, you are eligible to sign up for this event.
Join WiFCC at Clay Corner Studio LLC for a fun night of woodboard art and connection! You will be able to choose from many different designs and take home your project the same day!
We want all attendees to feel comfortable while meeting other birth parents, which is why we are offering a support person ticket type for this event. This ticket will allow you to bring one supportive person to this event who does not need to identify as a birth parent.
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Karla at kmeyer@cclse.org or call/text (715) 577-3999.
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
2026-05-05 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

Early Choices Matter: Children Building Choice - Making Skills
2026-05-05 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
For children with disabilities, practicing choice-making is especially important because it can lead to a more self-determined life as an adult. This means an adult with connections to their community, a sense of empowerment, and a sense of safety because they know their options matter. This session has tips and tools for everything you need to start practicing choice-making with your child. This is presented in partnership with Nurture Network of Southeast WI Families.
Sign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KV4uTtB6SeGKwgDuOmAqBQ
After you sign up, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.

Cozy Connections Book Club
2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale March 23, 2026)

Gather your people, brew some tea, and crack open a good book because connection starts with a story. The Wisconsin Family Connections Center now has an online book club to help individuals come together, laugh, learn, and feel less alone. Whether you are a foster, adoptive, or kinship caregiver – this group is for you!
Please join us for a series of relaxed evenings (virtual) to share reflections, connections, and conversations as we read through: Sisters in the Wind by Angeline Boulley.
This online book club will meet every other week beginning May 4th.
When you register, please be sure to fill out your most recent contact information as the book will be shipped directly to your home. If you already have a copy of this book or have access to a copy through your local library, please indicate that when you register.
Once this group finishes the current book, the group will help select the next read.
For any questions or concerns regarding this online book club, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org.
This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

WiFCC Caregiver/Child Art: Wisconsin Rapids
2026-05-04 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | I Heart Art Studios, 340 W Grand Ave. #101, Wisconsin Rapids, 54495
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale April 10 @6pm)

Please join WiFCC for an evening of art! This event is open to caregivers and children in adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families! You will have the chance to use your creativity while meeting and connecting with others. Each pair will be completing a wood board sign together to bring home! Because of the venue space, there can only be a 1:2 ratio for caregivers and children. Children must be at least 7 years old to attend.
Please reach out to Chelsey at ccoulthurst@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.
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.
