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Calendar of Events

Below is a listing of events coming up at Family Services. Scroll down for additional information or click on the links below to go directly to that section.

Daddy Boot Camp (a class for "rookie" dads in the Oshkosh area to get hands-on coaching from "veteran" dads on caring for their newborn)

Children's Playgroup (open to all Fox Valley families)

Baby Basics (a free class for new or expectant dads in the Fox Valley area)

Love & Logic (for parents of children ages 6-13)

Hmong Parent Talk (for families of Hmong heritage in NE Wisconsin)

1-2-3 Magic (for parents of children ages 3-12 years)

Two Homes, No Battles (for separated or divorced parents who are co-parenting their children)

Within my Reach: Building Skills for Positive/Healthy Relationships (a relationship skills program for single parents)

Dads Unlimited  (for new dads with children ages 0 - 3 years)

Look Ahead to Summer Enrichment (for parents of children ages 4-9 years)

Nurturing (Birth to 12 years) (for families with children ages infant to 12 years)

T.I.P.S. (Topics to Increase Parenting Skills) (for families with children ages 2 to 12 years)

Sexual Abuse support groups (The Sexual Assault Center of Family Services provides two support groups free of charge, for any woman who is dealing with past or present issues of sexual assault.)

See also what's happening at the Family Resource Center Fox Cities this spring!

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April 2008

Daddy Boot Camp (For new dads and their babies in the Oshkosh area)

New babies don’t show up with an owner’s manual! Daddy Boot Camp is a three-hour class that gives expectant and new dads first-hand information to prepare them for the exciting and challenging new world ahead of them.

When: Saturdays, April 19 and May 17,  9:00 am - Noon

Where: Aurora Medical Group, Community Education Room, 855 N Westhaven Dr, Oshkosh

Cost: $10.00

Funding provided by: Aurora Health Care

Register for this class in advance by contacting Parent Connection at 920-233-6630 ext. 106 or amccarthy@familyservicesnew.org.

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Children's Playgroups (Sponsored by Parent Connection)

Join us for a morning of fun playtime and meeting new friends. Group is led by parent volunteers.

When: Tuesdays, April 22, 29, May 6, 13, and 20,  9:00 - 11:00 am (every Tuesday from 

           September through May)

Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 601 E Glendale Ave, Appleton

For additional information, contact Andrea Alpert-Buss at 920-739-4226 ext. 108 or abuss@familyservicesnew.org.

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Baby Basics (For dads or dads-to-be in the Fox Valley area)

"Conscious Fathering" is a three hour class that covers the basic skills required to properly care for infants from birth to 3 months, focusing on their physical needs as well as their health and development. Dads learn how to handle, feed, burp, change, clean, and respond to their baby’s needs. They will discuss what to expect in the upcoming months and how to enhance their relationship with the baby's mother. The class provides an opportunity for dads to talk openly about their experiences and get answers to their questions.

When: Saturday, April 19  (3rd Saturday of each month),  9:00 am - Noon

Where: Neenah-Menasha YMCA (see brochure for location by date)

Cost: Free

Contact:  For more information, contact Andrea-Alpert Buss at 920-739-4226 ext. 108 or abuss@familyservicesnew.org.

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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Love & Logic (A Parent Connection workshop)

Join us for this interactive three-week series that puts parents in control, teaches children to be responsible, and helps prepare them for the real world. Effective consequences, choices, and communication are the cornerstones for this workshop.

When: Tuesdays, April 22, 29, and May 6,  6:00 - 8:00 pm

Where: Johnson Elementary School, 2725 E Forest St, Appleton

Cost: $10.00/person. Scholarships available.

Child Care:  Free with prior registration.

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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May 2008

Hmong Parent Talk

Covers topics such as parenting techniques, issues that Hmong parents face and how to handle them, and ways to strengthen your family.

When: Saturdays, May 3 and June 7,  9:00 - 11:00 am
Where:
Hmong American Partnership, 2198 S Memorial Dr, Appleton

Cost: Free

Contacts: Pathong Xiong or Jennifer Gaines-Bates at 920-739-3192

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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1-2-3 Magic  (A Parent Connection workshop)

A video-based behavior management program for parents of children ages 3-12. Learn how to stop the behavior you don't want, start the behavior you do want. Also addresses how to handle misbehavior in public and dealing with testing and manipulation. Based on the work of Thomas W. Phelan, Ph.D.

When: Mondays, May 5 and 12,  6:00 - 8:00 pm

Where: St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 473 Seventh St, Menasha

Cost: $10/person

Child Care: Free with prior registration.

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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Two Homes, No Battles: Successful Co-Parenting  (A Parent Connection workshop for divorced or separated parents who are co-parenting their children)

Successful co-parenting skills for divorcing or separating couples. Discover practical ideas and skills to create a more nurturing environment for you and your children. Learn what parents can do to make the transition less traumatic.

When: Tuesdays, May 6 and 13,  6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Appleton YMCA, 218 E Lawrence St , Appleton

Cost: $10/family

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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Within my Reach: Building Skills for Positive Relationships (A Parent Connection workshop for single parents)

A group-based program for single parents that addresses topics such as communicating effectively and resolving conflicts; making choices in relationships to provide stability for your child(ren); and improving relationship skills with important people in your life, including a present or future significant other! The goal of this program is to clarify your vision for a present or future romantic relationship.

When: Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28,  5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Oshkosh Public Library, 106 Washington Ave , Oshkosh

Cost: Free

Child Care: Free with prior registration

Register for this class in advance by contacting Parent Connection at 920-233-6630 ext. 106 or amccarthy@familyservicesnew.org.

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Dads Unlimited  (Groups for new dads)

Dads Unlimited groups are offered specifically for new fathers with children ages newborn to 3 years. An interactive approach will be used to enhance the fathering experience. This group is designed to improve a new dad's personal satisfaction and confidence in his fathering ability. Promises to be a learning experience for all!

When: 2nd Saturday of each month,  9:30-10:30 am

Topics: May 10 - Dealing with Daddy Stress

            June 14 - We're a Family
Where: Family Resource Center Fox Cities, 1165 Appleton Road, Menasha

Cost: Free

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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Look Ahead to Summer Enrichment (A Parent Connection workshop)

This one-night workshop will help you gather ideas for summer learning for your children. You will learn about area activities as well as free/low-cost ideas to do at home. make every day a learning experience for your child.

When: Monday, May 12,  6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Little Chute Elementary School, 901 Grand Ave, Little Chute

Cost: $5/family

Child Care: Free with prior registration

Register for this class in advance by calling Thedacare at 920-830-6877 or sign up online at www.thedacare.org/classes.

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June 2008

Nurturing (Birth to 12 years) (A Parent Connection workshop)

A 12-week session that teaches families how to communicate better to strengthen their relationship.

When: Tuesdays, June 10 through August 26,  5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Where: Oshkosh, Location to be determined.

Cost:  $20 book fee

Child Care: Free with prior registration

For more information or to register, contact Parent Connection at 920-233-6630 ext. 106 or amccarthy@familyservicesnew.org.

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T.I.P.S. - Topics to Increase Parenting Skills

T.I.P.S. is a FREE 8-week series designed for parents of children ages 2-12. Participants will discuss various parenting topics such as behavior management, communication, health and nutrition, and more! The Spring 2008 series will be held on:

     June 23 -    Parental Stress Busters

     June 30 -    What do I do with the mad I feel?

     July 7 -       Sleepless in the Fox Cities

     July 14 -      Rules, Rituals, and Routines

     July 21 -      Positive Discipline

     July 28 -      Raising Healthy Kids

     Aug 4 -        Anger Management

     Aug 11 -      Traits of Strong, Healthy Families

When: Mondays (as shown above),  6:15 - 7:45 p.m.

Where: First United Methodist Church, 325 East Franklin Street, Appleton

Cost: Free

Child Care: Free when registered at least four days in advance

Sponsors: Childcare Resource and Referral, UW Extension, Affinity Health System, Children’s Health Education Center, and Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin; funded by the Community Foundation.

To register, call the T.I.P.S. hotline at 920-540-7380. Register for as many or as few sessions as you wish! 

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