WiFCC Caregiver/Child Art: Wisconsin Rapids
2026-05-04 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | I Heart Art Studios, 340 West Grand Avenue, #101, Wisconsin Rapids, WI, 54495, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

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.

Birth Parent Woodboard Art: Wausau
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Family Fun Day at Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway: Osceola
2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway, 114 Depot Road, Osceola, WI, 54020, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

All aboard the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway on Saturday, May 9th at 11am! 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.

Taylor/Clark County Support Group
2026-05-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-06-08 17:30 - 19:00 | River of Hope, 1129 West Broadway Avenue, Medford, WI, 54451, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Cozy Connections Book Club
2026-05-11 19:00 - 2026-06-29 19:00 | WI
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.
The Girls We Sent Away – Dates: July 6 & 20, August 3 & 17.
The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Will Be: Dates: August 31 & September 7.
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.

VIRTUAL GROUP: Birth Parent Support
2026-05-12 18:30 - 19:30 | WI
A virtual support group for birth parents throughout Wisconsin.

VIRTUAL GROUP: Open Mic Teen Support Group
2026-05-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-09 19:00 - 20:00 | WI
Youth ages 13-17 who are part of an adoptive or guardianship family in Wisconsin

VIRTUAL GROUP: Adult Adoptees
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | WI
A virtual group for adult adoptees in WI

WiFCC Family Photo Mini Sessions: Wausau
2026-05-15 16:00 - 19:30 | Oak Island Park, 500 River Drive, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
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 Photographyhttps://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.

Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
2026-05-16 10:00 - 11:00 | 1748 Eagan Rd, 1748 Eagan Road, Madison, WI, 53704, United States

Family Day at the Farm sponsored by Jockey Being Family: Brooklyn
2026-05-17 09:30 - 15:30 | Rising Spirits Farm, 996 Storytown Road, Brooklyn, WI, 53521, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

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.

VIRTUAL GROUP: Trauma Informed Parenting
2026-05-18 12:00 - 13:00 | WI
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.

Virtual Group: Reunified Parents
2026-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | WI

VIRTUAL GROUP: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
2026-05-21 11:00 - 12:00 | WI
A virtual group to support relative caregivers, caring for children.

Milwaukee Brewers Game WiFCC Family Fun Night: Milwaukee
2026-05-22 18:30 - 21:30 | 1 Brewers Way, 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, 53214, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

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.

Parent/Caregiver Coffee Meet-up at The Dock Coffee: Spooner
2026-05-23 08:30 - 10:00 | The Dock Coffee, 218 Walnut Street, Spooner, WI, 54801, United States
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 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.

Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Waukesha County
2026-05-26 09:00 - 11:00 | The Steaming Cup, 340 West Main Street, Waukesha, WI, 53186, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

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!

Family Day at the Milwaukee Public Museum with WiFCC & JBF: Milwaukee
2026-05-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
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.

Teen & Parent/Caregiver Night at Reboot Social: Eau Claire
2026-05-28 16:30 - 18:30 | The Reboot Social, 220 S Barstow Street, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Caregivers and teens, join WiFCC at Reboot Social on Thursday, May 28th. Our group will have the banquet room reserved from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Pizza, pop 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 maximum of 5 tickets per family. This event is designed for caregivers and teens ages 12+, so please note that at least one of your tickets should be for the accompanying adult.
If you have any 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.

Love Through Hair Care: Textured Haircare Workshop
2026-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Devine Beauty Salon, 2039 McCoy Road, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver, and reunified families — join us for a special class focusing on learning more about your child’s textured hair. This class is meant to show caregivers how to work with textured hair, specifically those with 3C to 4B texture.
This in-person instruction at Devine Beauty Salon in Sun Prairie will be hosted by Olena, owner of Devine Beauty, who is passionate about blending artistry and education into creating beautiful, elevated looks while celebrating individuality, culture, and confidence. This workshop will take place on Sunday, May 31st from 10am-12pm. It is a family hair affair (combo course) which will cover textured hair types, general textured hair care knowledge, use of products, as well as hands-on instruction for simple hairstyles. There will also be time for a Q&A!
A hair care grab bag will be included with your registration.
Each ticket is good for 1 adult and 1 child. This event is restricted to one child per family.
Your child must be able to sit for 2 hours consecutively. Feel free to bring snacks and entertainment for your child (ie: phone, tablet, snacks, etc.) We will also have snacks and fidgets available.
For more information about Devine Beauty Salon please visit: https://www.divinebeautystylist.com/
If you have any questions or accommodation needs, please contact 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.

Caregivers Afternoon Out: Woodburning in Baraboo
2026-05-31 12:00 - 14:30 | Brushes & Bubbly – Paint Party, S2634 County Highway BD, #Suite 3, Baraboo, WI, 53913, United States
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 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.

Kickoff Summer - Afternoon at the Ball Park: Green Bay
2026-05-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Green Bay Rockers Baseball, 2231 Holmgren Way, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Kickoff summer with the Wisconsin Family Connections Center and Jockey Being Family with an afternoon of baseball! We will be watching the Green Bay Rockers take on the Wausau Woodchucks on Sunday, May 31st. This game starts at 1:05pm. Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, birth, and reunified families are welcome!
Each person in your family must be registered for an individual ticket. Each attendee will receive a seat ticket along with a voucher for a hot dog and soda/water along with a Rockers hat. All children 12 years and under will receive a wristband for the Kid Zone. Our group will all be seated together, which will allow families to connect and talk with others who have been impacted by adoption or out-of-home care.
This event would be a great opportunity to invite your child’s birth/first family or previous foster family. We understand this may not work for all family dynamics but encourage you to consider it. We hope to create an opportunity for children to have all their loved ones in one location whenever possible and create positive memories together. Please have each household register separately.
*You will pick-up tickets at Rockers Stadium Will Call day of event.
Spots are limited for this event. Contact Val at vzegers@cclse.org with 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.

This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Eau Claire Express Baseball Family Night at Carson Park: Eau Claire
2026-06-01 18:00 - 21:00 | 702 Carson Park Dr, 702 Carson Park Drive, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

WiFCC is heading to the ballpark! Join us for an Eau Claire Express game at Carson Park on Monday, June 1st, 2026. The TDS Terrace has been reserved for our group. Each attendee will have access to unlimited ballpark fare and Pepsi products. This event is open to foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship/relative caregiver and reunified families.
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
There is a 6 ticket max per household.
Registrants should plan to arrive between 6:00pm and 6:30pm to pick up their tickets. The game will begin at 6:35pm and will feature the Eau Claire Express vs the Thunder Bay Border Cats.
This event would be a great opportunity to invite your child’s birth/first family or previous foster family. We understand this may not work for all families, but encourage you to consider it. We hope to create an opportunity for children to have all their loved ones in one location whenever possible and create positive memories together. Please have each household register separately.
If you have any 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.

Moms Create & Connect - Garden Stake Glass Workshop: Suamico
2026-06-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Suamico Stained Glass Class, 3070 Mink Ranch Road, Suamico, WI, 54173, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

If you are a foster, adoptive, kinship, guardianship, reunified, or pre-adoptive mom, join WiFCC for an evening of fun and creative conversation with Suamico Stain Glass.
Come and create a beautiful garden stake that would be a great accent in your garden. You will learn the basic skills on cutting glass and working with lead came. All supplies and glass included to make this beautiful garden stake. The garden stake measures 24 inches tall by 3” wide. This project can be made into a beautiful sun catcher or a garden stake. This is an easy project for a beginner, and is one of their most popular classes.
Contact Val at vzegers@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.

This event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.

Birth Parent Support Group: Eau Claire
2026-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 | 318 Fulton St, 318 Fulton Street, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
An in-person get together for birth parents in western Wisconsin
