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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  • Teen and Parent/Caregiver Craft at Board and Brush: Eau Claire

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    Board and Brush--Eau Claire 1402 S Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI

    Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (will start Dec. 29, 2025) Parent/caregivers and teens impacted by adoption or out-of-home care, join WiFCC at Board and Brush on Tuesday, February 3rd for an afternoon of creativity! This event will start at 4:30pm. Your registration includes all supplies needed to make your craft. Please register […]

    Free

  • Live Webinar – When Caring Hurts: Navigating Anxiety and Fear in Trauma-Informed Caregiving

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    WEBINAR

    Caring for children who have experienced trauma can be both rewarding and challenging. This webinar is designed specifically for caregivers navigating the emotional complexities of supporting children with a history of childhood trauma. We will explore how anxiety arises within our physical and emotional systems, helping caregivers better understand their own reactions when fear and […]

    Free

  • Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison

    Featured Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
    Mercies Coffee 1748 Eagan Road, Madison, WI

    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 […]

  • Building Your Village: Creating Empowering Communities for Children and Families

    Microsoft Teams

    We are thrilled to welcome special guest speaker Dr. KayLa N. Allen-Young, founder of Dear Mixed Girl. Dr. Allen-Young is nationally recognized for her work on identity development, belonging, and inclusion. She brings a powerful voice and deep expertise in helping families understand and celebrate the unique journeys of children and adolescents as they discover who they […]

    Free

  • Teen & Caregiver Paint Splatter Party at Field Workshop: Greendale

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    Field Workshop 5686 Broad St., Greendale, WI

    Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (will start Jan. 12, 2026) Join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center at Field Workshop in Greendale for a fun night at the glow-in-the-dark splatter room! During this interactive party, everyone will get messy! You will be able to splatter a canvas, a hat, the walls or even […]

    Free

  • Taylor/Clark County Support Group

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    River of Hope Church 1129 West Broadway Avenue, Medford, WI

    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 […]

    Free

  • Lunch-N-Learn: Equipping Youth to Lead and Advocate

    Zoom

    Designed for youth and the adults who support them, this training builds confidence, communication skills, and advocacy tools so young people can effectively use their voices in real-life settings. Through storytelling, role play, and reflection, participants learn how lived experience becomes leadership and how youth voice can influence decisions that shape their lives. Register

    $10

  • Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison

    Featured Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
    Mercies Coffee 1748 Eagan Road, Madison, WI

    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 […]

  • Caregivers Afternoon Out: Woodburning in Baraboo

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    Brushes & Bubbly S2634 County Highway BD Suite 3, Baraboo, WI

    Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. 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 […]

    Free

  • Family Movie Night – Hoppers: De Pere / Sponsored by Jockey Being Family

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    Get Reel Cinemas 905 George Street, De Pere, WI

    Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (starts February 2, 2026 @ 6pm) Please join WiFCC and Jockey Being Family for Hoppers in theaters! Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families are welcome to attend. Each family can have up to 8 people from their household come to this event. We have the auditorium […]

    Free