Journeys Program

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

Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
2026-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 | 1748 Eagan Rd, 1748 Eagan Road, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

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, 2026-06-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-17 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, 2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | WI

VIRTUAL GROUP: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
2026-05-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-18 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.

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.

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.

Taylor/Clark County Support Group
2026-06-08 17:30 - 19:00 | River of Hope, 1129 West Broadway Avenue, Medford, WI, 54451, United States

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

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

La Crosse Loggers Baseball Game: La Crosse
2026-06-21 17:00 - 20:00 | La Crosse Loggers Baseball, 400 Clinton Street, La Crosse, WI, 54603, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

WiFCC is heading to the ballpark! Enjoy a night of Baseball at the La Crosse Loggers “Lumber Yard” field! The game starts at 5:30 P.M. La Crosse Loggers Versus the Waterlook Bucks!! Included with your ticket is a Logger Dog and Fountain Soda!
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
There is street parking behind the field and along the road and side streets.
If you have any questions about this event, contact Breanna at bcalko@cclse.org information on where we will be seated and where to meet Breanna before the game will be sent out to registrants prior to the event.
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 Night at Together Farms: Mondovi
2026-06-23 17:00 - 19:30 | W93 Norden Rd, W93 Norden Road, Mondovi, WI, 54755, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Join WiFCC at Together Farms on Tuesday, June 23rd for an evening of burgers, live music and fun! Together Farms offers grass-fed beef and locally sourced ingredients. WiFCC has reserved the farm for our group only. Each family will receive $15.00 per attendee to use towards food only. Any expenses over the $15.00 per attendee will be responsible to be paid for by the attendee(s). Beverages will be available to purchase onsite.
There is a maximum of 5 registrants per household.
This event is intended for adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver and reunified families.
Learn more about Together Farms and view their menu on their website https://togetherfarms.com/
If you have any questions about this event, please 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.
Please note:This event will take place on a working farm in rural Wisconsin. We are visitors to this farm and are asked to exercise respect for buildings, farm equipment, trees, plants, and animals. Attendees must leave gates & doors how they find them. Caregivers are responsible for the supervision of their children. Together Farms invites families to run and play however, many dangers exist on the farm including electric fences, animals, and farm equipment. It is not the responsibility of Together Farms or The Wisconsin Family Connections Center to supervise your children during this event. By registering for this event, you understand it is your responsibility to supervise your children at all times during this event. Families should be aware that various animals are present on the farm and should be treated with respect. For example, there are multiple dogs that may be freely navigating the property during our event. Do not interact with the dogs unless they approach you. Use caution when interacting with any animals and follow any instructions provided by Together Farms staff regarding approaching any animals.

Family Fun Night at Wakanda Waterpark spon by JBF: Menomonie
2026-06-29 19:15 - 21:15 | 900 Pine Ave E, 900 Pine Avenue East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Join WiFCC at Wakanda Waterpark sponsored by Jockey Being Family on Monday, June 29th starting at 7:00pm. The pool will be exclusively rented for our group between 7:00pm and 9:00pm.
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 in order to participate in slides and diving boards. To learn more about Wakanda Waterpark, check out their website here: https://www.menomonie-wi.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Wakanda-Waterpark-14
This event is intended for adoption, foster, guardianship, relative caregiver, and reunified families.
Due to 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.
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.

WiFCC Midsummer Movie Night - Minions 3: Appleton
2026-07-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Marcus Valley Grand Cinema, W3091 Van Roy Road, Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Please join WiFCC for a Midsummer Movie Night for Minions 3 in theaters! Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families are welcome to attend. Each family can have up to 8 people from their household attend this event.
We have the auditorium rented out exclusively for our group. Each attendee will receive a movie ticket, a 20 oz fountain beverage, popcorn, and candy of their choice.
Plan to arrive between 5:00pm and 5:20pm to check in and grab your drinks/snacks before the movie starts at 5:30 pm.
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.
If you have any questions regarding this event or have any special accommodation requests, please contact Val at vzegers@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.

Family Photo Mini Sessions with Amy E Photography: Rice Lake
2026-08-14 17:30 - 20:00 | 37 S Main St, 37 South Main Street, Rice Lake, WI, 54868, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites adoptive, foster, guardianship, relative/kinship, and/or reunified families to participate in an opportunity for a mini family photo session in Rice Lake. Each family will have a 15-minute mini session with a professional photographer.
If you have had a photoshoot with WiFCC in the past 2 years, we please ask for you to 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 about arrival details and exact location closer to the date of photoshoot.
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 Amy E Photography.https://amyephotography.org/
Due to 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.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out 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.

WiFCC Mom's Summer Night Out - Floral Workshop: De Pere
2026-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Ginger Birch, 622 George Street, De Pere, WI, 54115, United States
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.

If you are a foster, pre-adoptive, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, or reunified mom, join WiFCC for a fun and creative evening where we join Angie at Ginger Birch to create a beautiful late summer floral arrangement. We’ll learn the basics of fresh floral care & design principles all while having fun!
Each participant will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of flowers to work with and a vessel to go home with.
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.
