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SUMMARY:Cozy Connections Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nGather 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! \nPlease join us for a series of relaxed evenings (virtual) to share reflections\, connections\, and conversations as we read through: Three Little Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter. \nThis online book club will meet every other week beginning February 23rd. \nWhen 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. \nOnce this group finishes the current book\, the group will help select the next read. \nFor any questions or concerns regarding this online book club\, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org. \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/cozy-connections-book-club/
LOCATION:WI
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SUMMARY:Teen & Caregiver Fun Night at The Mineshaft: Hartford
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nCaregivers and teens\, join WiFCC at The Mineshaft on February 24\, 2026\, from 6:00pm-8:00pm for an evening of fun with pizza and arcade games! Our pizza dinner will begin at 6:00pm\, we will then head to the upstairs arcade from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. Each person will receive a game card with preloaded credits. \nThe Mineshaft boasts over 70 interactive arcade games and excellent pizza.Visit the Mineshaft at https://mineshaftrestaurant.com/hartford-home for more information about their facility. \nRegistration for this event will begin on November 24\, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.  Please register for one ticket per person. This event is geared towards caregivers and teens ages 12+\, so please note that at least one of your tickets should be for the accompanying adult. \nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please contact Jamie at jsocolick@cclse.org or (414) 242-5573. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/teen-caregiver-fun-night-at-the-mineshaft-hartford/
LOCATION:22 N Main St\, 22 North Main Street\, Hartford\, WI\, 53027\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251118T010439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T071754Z
UID:10000251-1772046000-1772049600@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Group: Reunified Parents
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-reunified-parents-17/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T180000
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CREATED:20251118T010521Z
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SUMMARY:WiFCC Family Night at Admirals Hockey
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nAttention adoptive\, foster\, guardianship\, relative caregiver\, and reunified families and individuals! \nJoin the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for a family hockey day with the Admirals! The Admirals will take on the Manitoba Moose in this Sunday afternoon game. Each ticket will also include a $10 concession card that can be used at any of the food vendors at the arena.  \nPlease refer to the Admirals website for information on the arena including their bag policy and parking availability here: https://www.milwaukeeadmirals.com/fans/faq/  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Christy at ctimm@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/wifcc-family-night-at-admirals-hockey/
LOCATION:510 W Kilbourn Ave\, 510 West Kilbourn Avenue\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260105T041616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T071750Z
UID:10000307-1772645400-1772649000@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Night at The Potter's Shed: Shell Lake
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nFoster\, adoptive\, guardianship\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers\, join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center at The Potter’s Shed on Wednesday\, March 4th from 5:30pm to 6:30pm for an evening of pottery and connection! \nRegistration is required for this event. Contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org with any questions. \nPlease 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 participants who must secure childcare in order to attend\, if not already covered by another funding source. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/parent-caregiver-night-at-the-potters-shed-shell-lake-2/
LOCATION:260 Industrial Blvd\, 260 Industrial Boulevard\, Shell Lake\, WI\, 54871\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T220000
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CREATED:20251118T010522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T071917Z
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SUMMARY:Parents Night Out with the New Dueling Pianos: The Cove of Lake Geneva
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nCalling all Wisconsin Family Connections Center parents/caregivers who are looking for a Night Out full of entertainment and laughs!!!  Come join us as we jam with the NEW Dueling Pianos at The Cove in Lake Geneva.  Doors open at 6:00 P.M. and the show is from 7-10:00 P.M. \n \nWhat are dueling pianos? The New Dueling Pianos are a highly interactive form of musical entertainment\, typically featuring two pianists facing each other on grand pianos.  “The Guys” are request-based interactive\, hilarious\, sing-along/clap-along\, request-driven singers who cover practically every music genre!  For more information on the New Dueling Pianos\, please visit: https://newduelingpianos.com and for information on the Cove of Lake Geneva\, please visit: https://www.coveoflakegeneva.com/ \n \nRegistration for this event will begin on January 05\, 2026 at 6:00 P.M.  Our WiFCC Tables will have two ticket types available for the show: \nA couple’s ticket for you and your spouse/partner with other WiFCC couples OR \nA single ticket for you to come enjoy your evening with other WiFCC parents/caregivers. \n \nThis show is for the grown-ups\, so leave the kids at home! For caregivers who need to secure childcare back home in order to attend\, a $25 childcare stipend will also be available.   \n \nFor all questions and concerns please contact Jamie at jsocolick@cclse.org.   \n \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/parents-night-out-with-the-new-dueling-pianos-the-cove-of-lake-geneva/
LOCATION:111 Center St\, 111 Center Street\, Lake Geneva\, WI\, 53147\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260206T061815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T073256Z
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SUMMARY:WiFCC Family Waterpark Day Kalahari: Wisconsin Dells
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nPlease join WiFCC for a day at the waterpark! This event is open to all adoptive\, guardianship\, foster\, kinship\, and reunified families. Please note that if you attended this event this past June\, you will be automatically put on a waitlist to ensure other families have a chance to attend the event. Please arrive between 11 am and 12:30 pm to ensure you receive your wristbands to access the waterpark. \nWe will have a conference room rented for families to check in with WiFCC staff to get their wristbands. This will also give a chance for families to connect before enjoying the waterpark for the day. Each registrant will receive a wristband for the waterpark along with a pizza/soda coupon. The waterpark is open from 10 am-9 pm for your family to enjoy!  \nPlease bring your own towels as these are not provided to us. The Kalahari is also cashless\, so ensure you have a debit/credit card if you would like to make other purchases. If you have any questions\, please reach out to Chelsey at ccoulthurst@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/wifcc-family-waterpark-day-kalahari-wisconsin-dells/
LOCATION:1305 Kalahari Dr\, 1305 Kalahari Drive\, Baraboo\, WI\, 53913\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251119T010913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T074929Z
UID:10000287-1773167400-1773171000@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: Birth Parent Support
DESCRIPTION:A virtual support group for birth parents throughout Wisconsin.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-birth-parent-support-9/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
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CREATED:20251118T010439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T074929Z
UID:10000245-1773169200-1773172800@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: Open Mic Teen Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Youth ages 13-17 who are part of an adoptive or guardianship family in Wisconsin
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-open-mic-teen-support-group-19/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
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CREATED:20251118T010436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T080253Z
UID:10000225-1773255600-1773259200@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: Adult Adoptees
DESCRIPTION:A virtual group for adult adoptees in WI
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-adult-adoptees-18/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T183000
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CREATED:20251219T034600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T080323Z
UID:10000305-1773421200-1773426600@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Teen & Caregiver Paint Splatter Party at Field Workshop: Greendale
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nJoin 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 your friends! Come dressed for a mess! They will provide you with protective gear\, a canvas\, paint and splatter tools – and you do the rest! The event is designed for foster\, adoptive\, guardianship\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers and teens ages 12-17. \nPlease register individually\, with a max of 2 adults and 2 teens per household unless requested otherwise due to limited availability. At least one adult parent/caregiver must be in attendance with youth from each household. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Christy at ctimm@cclse.org. To learn more about the venue\, and what is recommended by them for your time there\, you can visit their website here: https://thefieldworkshop.com/splatter-room. **Due to the activity level of this event\, every participant will need to be able to move about freely. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/teen-caregiver-paint-splatter-party-at-field-workshop-greendale/
LOCATION:5686 Broad St\, 5686 Broad Street\, Greendale\, WI\, 53129\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260206T061817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T080600Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Night at Chaos Waterpark: Eau Claire
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nJoin WiFCC at Chaos Waterpark in Eau Claire on Saturday\, March 14th starting at 10am. Chaos Waterpark features water slides\, a lazy river\, activity pool\, and indoor water playground! \nYour registration includes up to 5 passes to the waterpark and a pizza buffet. Additional passes can be purchased through Chaos Waterpark if needed. WiFCC will have a private room available for our group to utilize during our time.  \nRegistration for this event is required on Eventbrite. \nThis event is intended for adoptive\, foster\, guardianship\, relative caregiver and reunified families in the state of Wisconsin. Please note some of the slides have height restrictions. Check out their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ail3c6 \nIf you have questions about this event\, please contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/family-fun-night-at-chaos-waterpark-eau-claire/
LOCATION:5152 Fairview Drive\, 5152 Fairview Drive\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251118T010437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T083602Z
UID:10000232-1773662400-1773666000@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: Trauma Informed Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-trauma-informed-parenting-19/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260220T064830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T083604Z
UID:10000331-1773682200-1773687600@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Taylor/Clark County Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/taylor-clark-county-support-group/
LOCATION:River of Hope\, 1129 West Broadway Avenue\, Medford\, WI\, 54451\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251118T010435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T083633Z
UID:10000218-1773918000-1773921600@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
DESCRIPTION:A virtual group to support relative caregivers\, caring for children.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-kinnect-relative-caregivers-of-children-30/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251118T010435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T010435Z
UID:10000211-1773918000-1773921600@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: KINnect Relative Caregivers of Children
DESCRIPTION:A virtual group to support relative caregivers\, caring for children.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-kinnect-relative-caregivers-of-children-31/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251122T010954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T085118Z
UID:10000294-1774087200-1774090800@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/caregiver-coffee-meet-up-madison-6/
LOCATION:1748 Eagan Rd\, 1748 Eagan Road\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260130T054809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T085119Z
UID:10000314-1774180800-1774189800@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Caregivers Afternoon Out: Woodburning in Baraboo
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nWiFCC 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. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Breanna Calko at bcalko@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/caregivers-afternoon-out-woodburning-in-baraboo-2/
LOCATION:S2634 County Hwy BD suite 3\, S2634 County Highway BD\, #suite 3\, Baraboo\, WI\, 53913\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T153000
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SUMMARY:ECCT Disney's Frozen the Musical at Pablo Center: Eau Claire
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nJoin Wisconsin Family Connections Center on Sunday\, March 22nd at the Pablo Center for Disney’s Frozen the Musical. The musical begins at 1:30pm. For this event\, there is a maximum of 5 tickets per household. \nAbout this showing: This blockbuster musical about the powerful bond and love between sisters features all the memorable music from the animated film plus five new songs. Loaded with magic\, adventure and plenty of humor\, Disney’s Frozen the Musical brings Elsa\, Anna and the magical land of Arendelle to life on stage. \nThis event is intended for adoption\, foster\, guardianship\, relative caregiver\, and reunified families. \nDue 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. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/ecct-disneys-frozen-the-musical-at-pablo-center-eau-claire/
LOCATION:128 Graham Ave\, 128 Graham Avenue\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260130T054809Z
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SUMMARY:Family Movie Night - Hoppers Sponsored by Jockey Being Family: De Pere
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nPlease 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. \nWe 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. \nPlan to arrive between 5:00pm and 5:20pm to check in and grab your drinks/snacks before the movie starts at 5:30 pm. \nMovie Information:Hoppers (2026)Rated PG \nDue 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. \nIf you have any questions regarding this event or have any special accommodation requests\, please contact Val at vzegers@cclse.org. This event is being sponsored by Jockey Being Family. To learn more about Jockey Being family\, visit their website here: https://www.jockeybeingfamily.com/ \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/family-movie-night-hoppers-sponsored-by-jockey-being-family-de-pere/
LOCATION:Get Reel Cinemas\, 905 George Street\, De Pere\, WI\, 54115\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260107T041615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T085053Z
UID:10000310-1774690200-1774697400@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Community Viewing of the 2nd annual Adoptee Film Festival: Altoona
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nThe Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites the community to join us for this special event focusing on the experience of adoption. Together\, we will view the second annual Adoptee Film Festival\, spotlighting Adoptee Filmmakers telling Adoptee Stories. This year’s Adoptee Film Festival line-up features 6 short films with a total run-time of approximately 1.5 hrs. \nThis event is free to attend and will be held in the Classroom at The Fish House in Altoona\, WI. Light refreshments will be provided\, as well as the opportunity for discussion after the films. Registration via Eventbrite is required. Please note: due to the mature themes of the films\, this is an adults-only event. \nFor more information about the Adoptee Film Festival\, visit https://www.adopteefilmfest.com or follow them on Instagram @adopteefilmfest. \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact creppe@cclse.org. \nFILM LINEUP‘In Trans*lation’ by Erika LauA linguist reflects on their childhood\, tracing the names and stories that have shaped their identity. Through language and memory\, they navigate their transnational adoptee experience and emotional complexities. \n‘MARY MEETS GRACE’ by Faryl AmadeusWhen a stranger appears in Grace’s life with disturbing news about her long-lost birth mother\, she must fight to untangle herself from a dangerous and sinister plan. \n‘One of My Own’ by Analei SongWhen a young Chinese girl becomes more aware of her differences in her adopted caucasian family\, she attempts to find her place of belonging with others and herself through artistic expression. \n‘The Goldfish’ by Ashley Paige BrimAn adopted woman is forced to confront her darkest fear about motherhood at her sister’s baby shower. \n‘Yellow Balloon’ by Summer LuuIn 1996\, a Vietnamese-American kid named Ái Vân from San Jose\, California\, is adopted by their paternal immigrant grandparents in Vancouver\, Washington. On their journey\, Ái Vân processes their identity\, the unspoken rules of complex social dynamics\, and discovers the reality of letting go. \n‘What Remains’ by Elizabeth BerkmanAs Mark waits for a phone call from his daughter\, he begins to suspect that Maya\, his in-home care nurse\, is keeping something from him. While they both struggle with his cognitive decline\, they must discover what family looks like in the face of Alzheimer’s.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/community-viewing-of-the-2nd-annual-adoptee-film-festival-altoona/
LOCATION:418 9th St W\, 418 9th Street West\, Altoona\, WI\, 54720\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260218T063313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T085053Z
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SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Terrarium Workshop-Down to Earth Garden Center: Eau Claire
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nFoster\, adoptive\, guardianship\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers\, join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center at Down to Earth Garden Center on Saturday\, March 28th from 10:00am to 11:00am for a terrarium workshop!  \nThis workshop will be transforming a simple glass container into a self sustained tropical oasis! Learn how to put together a glass terrarium that creates a perfect growing environment for humidity-loving plants.  \nRegistration is required for this event. Contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org with any questions. \nPlease 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 participants who must secure childcare in order to attend\, if not already covered by another funding source. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/parent-caregiver-terrarium-workshop-down-to-earth-garden-center-eau-claire/
LOCATION:6025 Arndt Lane\, 6025 Arndt Lane\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260206T061820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T085053Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Indoor Minigolf: Madison
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nRegistration for this event is required on Eventbrite. \nJoin WiFCC for a fun-filled day at the #1 rated miniature golf course in Wisconsin! Vitense Golfland’s 18 hole indoor mini golf course offers entertaining and interactive experiences for all ages. Even if you don’t care much for putting\, there are still plenty of entertaining features to maintain your interest making it fun for all family members and friends. This event is open to foster\, adoptive\, guardianship\, kinship/relative caregiver and reunified families. Please note that all children at this event need to be accompanied by a supervising adult. \nThis event will include a pass for their indoor minigolf course and an all catered lunch for each registrant\, which will include pizza\, salad\, and some dessert. Learn more about Vitense Golfland here: https://www.vitense.com/ \nThis 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. \nIf you have any questions or accommodation needs\, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/family-fun-indoor-minigolf-madison/
LOCATION:5501 Schroeder Rd\, 5501 Schroeder Road\, Madison\, WI\, 53711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260220T064832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T085053Z
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SUMMARY:Family Night at the Children's Imaginarium: Wausau
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nPlease join WiFCC for a night at the Children’s Imaginarium! This event is for adoptive\, guardianship\, foster\, kinship\, and reunified families. We will have the Imaginarium rented exclusively for our group. Pizza and soft drinks will also be provided for attendees.  \nFor more information about the Imaginarium\, please check out their website here: https://childrensimaginarium.org/ \nIf you have any questions about this event\, contact Chelsey at ccoulthurst@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/family-night-at-the-childrens-imaginarium-wausau/
LOCATION:Children’s Imaginarium\, 195 N 2nd St\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260220T064834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T085111Z
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SUMMARY:Community Viewing of the 2nd annual Adoptee Film Festival: Waukesha
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nThe Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites the community to join us for this special event focusing on the experience of adoption. Together\, we will view the second annual Adoptee Film Festival\, spotlighting Adoptee Filmmakers telling Adoptee Stories. This year’s Adoptee Film Festival line-up features 6 short films with a total run-time of approximately 1.5 hrs. \nThis event is free to attend with registration and will be held at the Majestic Theater in Brookfield\, WI. Food and beverage will be available for purchase\, as well as the opportunity for discussion after the films. Registration via Eventbrite is required. Please note: due to the mature themes of the films\, this is an adults-only event. For caregivers who need to secure childcare back home in order to attend\, a $25 childcare stipend will also be available.  \nFor more information about the Adoptee Film Festival\, visit https://www.adopteefilmfest.com or follow them on Instagram @adopteefilmfest. \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact ctimm@cclse.org. \nFILM LINEUP‘In Trans*lation’ by Erika LauA linguist reflects on their childhood\, tracing the names and stories that have shaped their identity. Through language and memory\, they navigate their transnational adoptee experience and emotional complexities. \n‘MARY MEETS GRACE’ by Faryl AmadeusWhen a stranger appears in Grace’s life with disturbing news about her long-lost birth mother\, she must fight to untangle herself from a dangerous and sinister plan. \n‘One of My Own’ by Analei SongWhen a young Chinese girl becomes more aware of her differences in her adopted caucasian family\, she attempts to find her place of belonging with others and herself through artistic expression. \n‘The Goldfish’ by Ashley Paige BrimAn adopted woman is forced to confront her darkest fear about motherhood at her sister’s baby shower. \n‘Yellow Balloon’ by Summer LuuIn 1996\, a Vietnamese-American kid named Ái Vân from San Jose\, California\, is adopted by their paternal immigrant grandparents in Vancouver\, Washington. On their journey\, Ái Vân processes their identity\, the unspoken rules of complex social dynamics\, and discovers the reality of letting go. \n‘What Remains’ by Elizabeth BerkmanAs Mark waits for a phone call from his daughter\, he begins to suspect that Maya\, his in-home care nurse\, is keeping something from him. While they both struggle with his cognitive decline\, they must discover what family looks like in the face of Alzheimer’s.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/community-viewing-of-the-2nd-annual-adoptee-film-festival-brookfield/
LOCATION:Marcus Majestic Cinema\, 770 Springdale Road\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53186\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251122T010952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T085257Z
UID:10000292-1775325600-1775336400@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Gamblers Hockey Family Night
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nFoster\, Adoptive\, Pre-Adoptive\, and Guardianship families join Wisconsin Family Connections Center for a night of hockey! There is no cost to attend. Each ticket will include two brats or hot dogs / popcorn / chips and a dessert. \nPlease make sure to dress warm as the hockey rink will be on the cooler side. If it’s very cold outside\, the rink temperature will be lower as well.Tickets will be picked up at the Will Call window on the day of game. Schedule – Green Bay Gamblers Hockey \nIf you have any questions reach out to Val at vzegers@cclse.org \nATTENDANCE POLICY:Please be sure you are able to attend when you register. Thank you for your understanding\, which allows us to continue to make these opportunities available for Wisconsin’s out-of-home care families. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/gamblers-hockey-family-night/
LOCATION:820 Armed Forces Dr\, 820 Armed Forces Drive\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251118T010436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T085255Z
UID:10000226-1775674800-1775678400@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL GROUP: Adult Adoptees
DESCRIPTION:A virtual group for adult adoptees in WI
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-adult-adoptees-19/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20251118T010439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T085256Z
UID:10000252-1775674800-1775678400@journeysprogram.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Group: Reunified Parents
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/virtual-group-reunified-parents-18/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260206T061822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T085257Z
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SUMMARY:WiFCC Dad's Night Out! Golf Sim & Burgers: Appleton
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nPlease join WiFCC for a Dad’s Night Out! Foster\, pre-adoptive\, adoptive\, or guardianship dads are welcome to come and relax while connecting with other dads touched by adoption or out-of-home care. \nMeet other area dads for a night of build-your-own burgers and unlimited soda while having access to our own private golf simulator for the evening!tommysminigolf.com \nIf you have any questions regarding this event or have any special accommodation requests\, please contact Val at vzegers@cclse.org.  \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/wifcc-dads-night-out-golf-sim-burgers-appleton/
LOCATION:3950 N Richmond St\, 3950 North Richmond Street\, Lower Level\, Appleton\, WI\, 54913\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200052
CREATED:20260206T061824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T085257Z
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SUMMARY:Family Movie at Lake 7 Theatre: Rice Lake
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\nAttention adoptive\, foster\, guardianship\, relative caregiver\, and reunified families and individuals–join WiFCC to enjoy The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at Lake 7 Theatre in Rice Lake on Saturday\, April 11th. Please plan to meet at the theater at 9am to check in. A drink and popcorn will be included in your registration! \nMovie Information:The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)Rated PG \nPlease note that WiFCC will always choose family-friendly films rated PG or G\, however\, we have no control over the content or themes presented in the movie being shown at this event. This includes family dynamics and possible depictions of out-of-care and adoption related topics. Please take a moment to visit sites such as https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ or http://www.adoptionlcsw.com/ to see if this film falls within the scope of what you wish your child to see. \nRegistration for this event is required on Eventbrite. \nIf you have questions about this event\, please reach out to Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org. \nCancellations 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. \n \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://journeysprogram.org/calendar/family-movie-at-lake-7-theatre-rice-lake/
LOCATION:1769 County Hwy SS\, 1769 County Highway SS\, Rice Lake\, WI\, 54868\, United States
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