ZUMBINI
2023-03-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Decorah Public Library, corner of Winnebago and Broadway, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Come join Ms. Heather for music, fun, learning, and parent-child bonding through the power of music! 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.
Our target audience is ages 5 and under and their caregiver(s).
Questions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Calmar Library Playgroup
2023-03-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Calmar Public Library, 101 Washington St., Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
Join us at the Library this March exploring Toddler Emotions! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime, Zumbini Dance, and group activities exploring toddler emotions. Learn what social emotional development looks like for your toddler and learn some play activities to promote it at home. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING!
Our target audience is ages five and under, and their caregivers(s).
Questions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239
For all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
For Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

March Storytime - Waukon
2023-03-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Robey Memorial Library, 401 1st Avenue NW, Waukon, IA, 52101, United States
Join Ms. Rachel at the Robey Memorial Library for March Storytime on the 21st! The group read-aloud books will be stories of clouds, weather, spring, St. Patrick’s Day and more! Then an age-appropriate craft or activity will follow. Our program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver!
We can’t wait to learn and have fun together!
*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities*
Our target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However, all kids are welcome!
Questions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300
For all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Internet Safety Training
2023-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
What apps are youth using today? How can we as role models for youth encourage them to use the internet safely? These questions and more will be part of this interactive training being lead by Kathy Schwartzhoff, CPS and Mentoring Coordinator. Attendees who pre-register will get extra materials.
Pre-register at www.bit.ly/internetsafety-registration
Join the training at www.bit.ly/internetsafety-training

Elma Library Playgroup
2023-03-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Elma Public Library, 710 Busti Ave., Elma, IA, 50628, United States

March Storytime - Postville
2023-03-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-29 17:00 - 18:00
Join Ms. Rachel at the Postville Public Library for March Storytime! Each Wednesday evening the group read-aloud books will be stories of clouds, weather, spring, St. Patrick’s Day and more! Then an age-appropriate craft or activity will follow. Our program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver!
We can’t wait to learn and have fun together!
*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities*
Our target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However, all kids are welcome!
Questions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300
For all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

2023 Youth Mentoring Bowl-A-Thon
2023-03-26 13:30 - 17:00 | King Pin Entertainment Center, 400 Heivly Street, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Let’s all raise money for Youth Mentoring in Allamakee, Howard, and Winneshiek Counties! The Youth Mentoring Bowl-A-Thon is a time to have fun bowling. It is THE fundraiser for supporting mentors and mentees having great times together.
You do NOT have to be part of Youth Mentoring to participate. Visit www.helpingservices.org/ymbowl to learn more and get registered to bowl! Times will fill up quickly so get registered now!

Allamakee Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2023-03-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Waukon Wellness Center, 1220 3rd Ave NW #101, Waukon, IA, 52172
Come and join a committed group of committee members who help guide and support the Allamakee Mentoring Program. To find out more, contact mentoring@helpingservices.org

Cresco Library Playgroup
2023-03-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco Library, 320 N Elm St, Cresco, 52136, United States

Prevention 5 Coalition Meeting
2023-04-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Crestwood High School District Conference Room, 1000 Schroder Drive, Cresco, 52136
“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.”

Healthy Fayette County Prevention Workgroup Meeting
2023-04-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Iowa State Extension and Outreach- Fayette County, 218 S Main St., Fayette, IA, 52142, United States
Healthy Fayette County Mission: Collaboration 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

Vision: Improved quality of life for Fayette County residents.

MY Club Steering Committee Meeting
2023-04-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Cresco Chamber of Commerce, 101 2nd Ave SW, Cresco, IA, 52136, United States
Howard County’s county-wide mentoring program, MY Club, has a Steering Committee that meets every other month for an hour. They help guide the program, recruit participants, and play a vital role in the success of the program. Are you from Howard County? Would you like to join this meeting? If so, contact mentoring@helpingservices.org for more details.

Riceville Library Playgroup
2023-04-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Riceville Public Library, 307 Woodland Ave 50466, Riceville, IA, 50466, United States
Join us at the Library this APRIL exploring CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH & THE COLOR BLUE! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime, Zumbini Dance, and group activities exploring the color blue. For the caregivers, we will talk about and explore what protective factors your community has available to families, and how these can be used to decrease potential child abuse where you live. We hope to see you there for some FUN, EXPLORING, & LEARNING!
Our target audience is ages five and under, and their caregivers(s).
Questions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239
For all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
For Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Lime Springs Library Playgroup
2023-04-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Lime Springs Public Library, 112 West Main St., Lime Springs, IA, 52155, United States

Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
2023-04-13 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-05-11 11:30 - 12:30 | Lid’s Bar & Grill, 1350 9th St., Waukon, IA, 52172, 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!

Blue Family Day
2023-04-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Cresco Fitness Center, 316 3rd Ave E, Cresco, IA, 52136
Helping Services for Youth & Families Family Education Team is partnering with Community Partnerships for Protecting Children (CPPC) to put on a FREE community event for families.

These events are to bring community awareness to Child Abuse Prevention Month and community resources through activities that the whole family can enjoy! Blue Family Day will include a bouncy house, carnival games, and many community resources to explore.

Join us at the Cresco Fitness Center Gym on Saturday, April 15 from 1-4pm.

Calmar Library Playgroup
2023-04-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Calmar Public Library, 101 Washington St., Calmar, IA, 52132, United States

Building Bridges Through Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2023-04-18 16:15 - 17:15 | Helping Services Main Office, 805 E Main Street, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Winneshiek County’s Building Bridges Through Mentoring is hosting a quarterly meeting. Attendees will discuss recruitment efforts to get 6 mentors for youth in the program by June 30th. Other important information will be discussed. For further details, contact mentoring@helpingservices.org

Elma Library Playgroup
2023-04-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Elma Public Library, 710 Busti Ave., Elma, IA, 50628, United States

ERASE Meeting (Winneshiek County Coalition)
2023-04-21 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!

Rock Painting Mentoring Group Event
2023-04-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 305 2nd Ave W, Cresco, IA
Mentors, mentees, waiting youth, and Mentors For A Day are invited to attend this fun and creative event. Youth Mentoring participants will be lead by Katy Buck from Decorah Rocks on how to paint a rock. Each participant will get to take one rock home and create others that promote mentoring. Group members will also enjoy a heartwarming lunch together. Please RSVP by Monday, April 17.

50th Anniversary Celebration
2023-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Impact Coffee, 101 West Water St, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Helping Services for Youth & Families is celebrating its 50th anniversary serving northeast Iowa in the spring of 2023!

We will be celebrating the founding of Helping Services and how it has evolved into the organization it is today serving eight counties of northeast Iowa. The short program to begin starts at 6:30 pm.

If you would let to joining for this celebration we ask that you RSVP to info@helpingservices.org or 563-387-1720.

Addressing Young Adult Alcohol Use Training
2023-04-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Young adults (ages 15-20) are particularly vulnerable to beginning a cycle of unhealthy alcohol misuse. This virtual training has been prepared by Luther College nursing students. Key points to be shared are: local, state, and national statistics, the physiological impact on young people, ways to prevent misuse, how to help a friend, and resources. This training will be of special interest to mentors, parents/guardians, college students, health professionals, youth leaders, family counselors, high school counselors, and young adults. You are encouraged to pre-register. Pre-registrants will receive special bonus materials on the topic and reminders about the training.
Pre-register at: www.bit.ly/alcohol-registration
Join the training at: www.bit.ly/alcohol-training1

May Storytime - Postville
2023-05-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Postville Public Library, 235 W Tilden St, Postville, IA, 52162, United States
Join Ms. Rachel for May Storytime at the Postville Public Library on May 3rd, 17th & 24th. Our program includes a group read-aloud of aptly themed books, an activity or craft and fun take-home items. Come celebrate spring and help your child grow! Our program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver!
*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities*
Our target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However, all kids are welcome!
Questions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300
For all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

May Storytime - New Albin
2023-05-11 10:30 - 11:30 | New Albin Public Library, 176 Elm Street, New Albin, IA, 52160, United States
Join Ms. Rachel for May Storytime at the New Albin Public Library on May 11th. Our program includes a group read-aloud of aptly themed books, an activity or craft and fun take-home items. Come celebrate spring and help your child grow! Our program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver!
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*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities*
Our target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However, all kids are welcome!
Questions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300
For all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Winneshiek Medical Center Car Seat Check
2023-05-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Winneshiek Medical Center, 901 Montgomery Street, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Free for parents, grandparents, caregivers or anyone who transports children in a vehicle. Offered by NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians. No registration required. Call WMC OB Coordinator at 563-387-5361 for more information.
Can’t make it? Call 563-387-1720 to schedule a time that will work for you!
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
