Zumbini with the Family Education Program
2022-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Phelps Park, 613 Park St., Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Come join Ms. Heather this Saturday for music, fun, learning and parent-child bonding through the power of music, while enjoying the great outdoors! Zumbini follows a research-based curriculum with Certified Zumbini Instructors. Our philosophy is music, fun, movement and parent involvement all in one 45-minute class. The classes are designed to be fun for the parent and child, while promoting key development areas for your child, such as social, motor, language and cognitive development. (Shelter 1, grass area)
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
RSVP or Questions call/text Heather at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Prevention 5 Coalition Meeting
2022-07-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Cresco Chamber of Commerce, 101 2nd Ave SW, Cresco, IA, 52136, United States
“Prevention 5 is a group of highly engaged citizens who strive to raise awareness on substance misuse, teen pregnancy, mental health, and overall wellness of the community.”
The Coalition typically meets once a month for an hour. Anyone who lives or works in Howard County is welcome to join us at a meeting and have a voice on ways to work towards achieving our Vision, which is that: “Howard County will be educated and have the knowledge to access resources to create a healthier and safer community for generations to come.”

Playgroup: SPLASH
2022-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Calmar Pool Park, 601 Pool Park Dr, Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
Come join the Family Education program for some Water Play! We are exploring sensory play and its benefits on promoting your child’s development, through easy and fun activities you can bring home for the whole family to enjoy. There will be activities, Storytime and parenting resources/information. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
RSVP or Questions call/text Heather at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Playgroup: SPLASH
2022-07-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco East Park, Cresco, United States

Allamakee Prevention Advisory - Virtual
2022-07-14 11:30 - 12:30
The rising concerns over substance misuse, problem gambling, teen pregnancy, and more led a group of concerned citizens and professionals to start meeting to address these complex topics. Allamakee Prevention Advisory, formed in late 2021, has a mission to “advocate, educate, and provide awareness to positively impact the health and wellness of Allamakee County.” The group provides valuable feedback on the county’s culture, trends, and concerns while assessing and making recommendations on evidence-based practices and strategies to implement across the community. Those who live or work in Allamakee County are encouraged to attend! Our July meeting will be held virtually at the event link below.

ERASE Meeting (Winneshiek County Coalition)
2022-07-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-08-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health, 905 Montgomery St., Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
The ERASE Coalition typically meets once a month for an hour to work towards our goal “Creating a healthier Winneshiek County through community collaboration.”
Those who live or work in Winneshiek County are encouraged to attend!

Zumbini with the Family Education Program
2022-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco East Park, Cresco, United States
Come join Ms. Heather this Saturday for music, fun, learning and parent-child bonding through the power of music, while enjoying the great outdoors! Zumbini follows a research-based curriculum with Certified Zumbini Instructors. Our philosophy is music, fun, movement and parent involvement all in one 45-minute class. The classes are designed to be fun for the parent and child, while promoting key development areas for your child, such as social, motor, language and cognitive development.
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
RSVP or Questions call/text Heather at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

5C Meeting (Clayton County Coalition)
2022-07-20 12:30 - 13:30 | 5C Coalition Office, 205B S. Main St., Elkader, IA, 52043, United States
5C is a group of community members located in Clayton County, Iowa. At 5C, we work together to encourage awareness surrounding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs that prevent community members from living their lives to the fullest. The Coalition meets (usually) monthly to discuss different issues facing the community and to plan upcoming initiatives. Those who live or work in Clayton County are welcome to attend!

Fayette County Fair Health Expo
2022-07-21 12:00 - 18:00 | Fayette County Fairgrounds, 504 S. Vine St., West Union, IA, 52175, United States
Helping Services will be set up at the Health Expo at the Fayette County Fair! Come chat with us about the different services we provide to those who live or work in Fayette County.

Upper Iowa Resort Youth Mentoring Event
2022-07-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Upper Iowa Resort, 578 Lonnings Drive, Dorchester
Mentors, mentees, waiting youth, and Mentors ForA Day are invited to come and enjoy time with the Youth Mentoring group at Upper Iowa Resort. Upper Iowa Resort is a 29 acre resort located along the banks of the Mississippi River between Dorchester and Waukon. There will be swimming, playing volleyball or basketball, and grilling a delicious lunch together. Carpooling will be available from the Helping Services’ office. All participants should bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. Mentors ForA Day are needed.

Playgroup: SPLASH
2022-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Phelps Park, 613 Park St., Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Come join the Family Education program for some Water Play! We are exploring sensory play and its benefits on promoting your child’s development, through easy and fun activities you can bring home for the whole family to enjoy. There will be activities, Storytime and parenting resources/information. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING! (Park Shelter 1 with the Decorah Library)
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
RSVP or Questions call/text Heather at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Healthy Fayette County- Prevention Team Workgroup
2022-07-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | ISU Extension & Outreach: Fayette County, 218 S. Main St., Fayette, IA, 52142, United States
Healthy Fayette County is a Coalition who’s mission is to: Collaborate across sectors to meet the health needs of Fayette County residents by:

Building Capacity
Increasing access to prevention and treatment services and interventions; and
Improving education and awareness

The Coalition currently has 3 workgroups which include: Nutrition, Prevention, and Mental Health. Anyone who lives or works in Fayette County is encouraged to attend and help work on Prevention efforts in Fayette County.

Allamakee Steering Committee for Youth Mentoring
2022-07-25 16:00 - 17:00
The Allamakee Mentoring Program will host their bi-monthly Steering Committee Meeting to discuss important items such as the upcoming year’s events and trainings, what we can do to get more males to become mentors, and how we can promote school-based mentoring in the county. If you want to support youth in Allamakee County by serving on this committee, please contact mentoring@helpingservices.org!

Building Bridges Through Mentoring Steering Committee meeting
2022-07-26 16:15 - 17:00
Building Bridges Through Mentoring, the Winneshiek County mentoring program, will host their quarterly Steering Committee meeting to discuss important items such as the upcoming year’s events and trainings, what we can do to get more males to become mentors, how we can promote school-based mentoring in the county, and much more. If you want to support youth in the county by serving on this committee, please contact mentoring@helpingservices.org!

Playgroup: SPLASH
2022-07-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco Library, 320 N Elm St, Cresco, 52136, United States

Zumbini in the Park
2022-08-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-08-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Phelps Park, 613 Park Street, Decorah, IA 52101, 613 Park Street, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Come join Ms. Heather this Saturday for music, fun, learning and parent-child bonding through the power of music, while enjoying the great outdoors! Zumbini follows a research-based curriculum with Licensed Zumbini Instructors. Our philosophy is music, fun, movement and parent involvement all in one 45-minute class. The classes are designed to be fun for the parent and child, while promoting key development areas for your child, such as social, motor, language and cognitive development. Phelps Park, Shelter 1
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
RSVP at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Family Education Playgroup
2022-08-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco East Park, Cresco, United States
Come join the Family Education program for some fun play activities! Explore sensory play, art activities and an introduction to our NEW Zumbini program lead by a licensed Zumbini Instructor. There will be activities, storytime, music, parenting resources/information and much more! We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
RSVP at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
2022-08-11 11:30 - 12:30 | Jalapenos Mexican Cuisine, 142 S. Lawler St., Postville, IA, 52162, United States
The rising concerns over substance misuse, problem gambling, teen pregnancy, and more led a group of concerned citizens and professionals to start meeting to address these difficult topics. Allamakee Prevention Advisory, formed in late 2021, and has a mission to “advocate, educate, and provide awareness to positively impact the health and wellness of Allamakee County.” The group provides valuable feedback on the county culture, trends, and concerns while making recommendations on evidence-based practices and strategies to implement across the community. Those who live or work in Allamakee County are encouraged to attend!

Tasty Thursday Youth Mentoring Opportunity
2022-08-11 17:30 - 18:30 | The Landing Market, 211 College Drive, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
It is time for ice cream!
Mentors, mentees, family members, and ya’ all who are interested in Youth Mentoirng, YOU are invited to Tasty Thursday.
Who should attend?

Mentors-It gives you a chance to be with your mentee, talk to mentoring staff, or visit with other mentors.
Mentees-YOU can come with your mentor or family members.
Family members-Parents and siblings are invited to come and enjoy!
Folks wanting to become involved- You can ask questions, visit with mentoring participants, and have fun!

What will happen at a Tasty Thursday event?

It’s ONE hour-You can stay longer, if you like. You can attend the whole time or just what works for you.
Tasty treats-Thanks to the generosity of Sugar Bowl, ice cream treats costs are donated. You can get a cone or a dish of ice cream with some toppings for FREE!
Play games-Mentoring staff bring board and card games for attendees to play, if they choose to. It’s always fun to learn a new game or play one that you greatly enjoy!
Visiting time-You can visit with mentoring staff and with other attendees as much as you wish. It’s great to share ideas!
EXTRAS-Sometimes mentoring staff will bring books, gift cards, or surveys to distribute or be completed. There may be a surprise waiting for YOU!

Youth Mentoring Pool & Pizza Party
2022-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Decorah Municipal Pool,, 701 College Dr, Decorah, IA
Mentors, mentees, Mentors For A Day, steering committee members, and family members are invited to a pizza & pool party.
Youth Mentoring will have the entire Decorah Municipal Swimming Pool to enjoy. Bring your swimwear, towels, and sunscreen. We will swim, share a meal together, socialize, and have fun. This event is open to ALL family members involved in Youth Mentoring.
Please RSVP by Monday, August 8. When you RSVP, please do so for ALL family members attending so plans can be made accordingly.

Sunflower Fun Playgroup
2022-08-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Postville Library, 235 W Tilden St, Postville, 52162, United States
The Postville Public Library is hosting a Storytime lead by Ms. Rachel, Family Educator from Helping Services for Youth & Families in Decorah. The theme is Sunflower Fun; please join us for a group book read aloud, crafts and a take home surprise!
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) for Clayton County
2022-08-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Clayton County Office Building, 600 Gunder Road, Elkader, IA, 52043, United States
A Training for Intervention Procedures or TIPS, is a skills-based certification training offered to any local businesses that sell or serve alcohol, and any volunteer organizations or groups that may be selling or serving alcohol.
TIPS is the global leader in education and training for the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol. Proven effective, TIPS is designed to prevent over-intoxication, underage drinking, and drunk driving. The training helps sellers/servers to become more confident and creates a safer work environment and a safer community. TIPS also helps local businesses, and other liquor license holders, by reducing their exposure to alcohol liability lawsuits.
A training will be held on August 18 from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Public Meeting Room of the Clayton County Office Building in Elkader. This training is able to be provided at no cost to local businesses, and other groups who may be selling or serving alcohol, but registration is necessary. For more information, or to register for the training, contact Jenny Rose: jrose@helpingservices.org or call 563-387-1720.

MY Club (Howard County's) Youth Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2022-08-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
The expertise of Youth Mentoring’s friends is shared at this meeting. The meeting will take place over Zoom. Discussion items will include how to get more men involved in mentoring, deciding on events for the upcoming year, and an update on mentoring matches. Contact mentoring@helpingservices.org for information on how you can be involved; then grab your coffee cup, turn on the computer, and enjoy visiting with your new friends who help shape Youth Mentoring in Howard County!
