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SUMMARY:Holiday Lights - Thursday 12/22/22
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Lights will be open for drive-through visitors 5 pm – 9 pm at the Pulpit Rock Campground (505 Pulpit Rock Rd\, Decorah\, IA 52101).
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/holiday-lights-thursday-12-22-22/
LOCATION:Pulpit Rock Campground
CATEGORIES:Holiday Lights
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SUMMARY:Holiday Lights - Friday 12/23/22
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Lights will be open for drive-through visitors 5 pm – 9 pm at the Pulpit Rock Campground (505 Pulpit Rock Rd\, Decorah\, IA 52101).
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/holiday-lights-friday-12-23-22/
LOCATION:Pulpit Rock Campground
CATEGORIES:Holiday Lights
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SUMMARY:Holiday Lights - Saturday 12/24/22
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Lights will be open for drive-through visitors 5 pm – 9 pm at the Pulpit Rock Campground (505 Pulpit Rock Rd\, Decorah\, IA 52101).
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/holiday-lights-saturday-12-14-22/
LOCATION:Pulpit Rock Campground
CATEGORIES:Holiday Lights
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SUMMARY:Holiday Lights - Sunday 12/25/22 Final Night of Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:This is the final night of Holiday Lights for the 2022 season. Thank you for visiting! \nHoliday Lights will be open for drive-through visitors 5 pm – 9 pm at the Pulpit Rock Campground (505 Pulpit Rock Rd\, Decorah\, IA 52101).
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/holiday-lights-sunday-12-25-22/
LOCATION:Pulpit Rock Campground
CATEGORIES:Holiday Lights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221228T100000
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SUMMARY:Cresco Play to Learn
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us at the Library DECEMBER 28 @ 10:00am\, exploring the joy of the Holiday Season! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime\, Zumbini Dance and a Group Activities exploring finger painting\, cup stacking\, gift wrapping and much more!! Leave with some resources including: The Importance of Sensory Play\, Routines During the Holidays\, and The Importance of Timing with Your Toddler. \nWe hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING at one of our Family Education Play to Learn Groups\, throughout the month of December! \nOur target audience age is infant through age five and their caregivers(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nFor Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/ \n 
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/cresco-play-to-learn/
LOCATION:Cresco Library\, 320 N Elm St\, Cresco\, 52136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133907
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Day for Materials for Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:Your Help Is Needed\nJanuary 4\, 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 1:00-3:00 p.m. Youth Mentoring is asking for volunteers to come and help fold table tents and prepare a mailing to send out in early January seeking  bowl-a-thon sponsors.  You can come for an hour to help or come for the morning or afternoon session. Let us know what works for you by contacting mentoring@helpingservices.org
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/volunteer-day-for-materials-for-mentoring/
LOCATION:Helping Services Main Office\, 805 E Main Street\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133907
CREATED:20221213T163958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T163958Z
UID:21282-1672830000-1672833600@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Sustainability Task Force Meeting for Youth Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from Allamakee\, Delaware\, Howard\, and Winneshiek County’s mentoring programs gather four times per year with mentoring staff\, and some of Helping Services’ administrative team to discuss and plan for the on-going support for Youth Mentoring at Helpling Services. You are welcome to join the meeting via Zoom. Contact mentoring@helpingservices.org for more details.
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/sustainability-task-force-meeting-for-youth-mentoring/
LOCATION:Helping Services Main Office\, 805 E Main Street\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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CREATED:20221212T223442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T224353Z
UID:21258-1673256600-1673258400@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Allamakee Proclamation Signing for National Mentoring Month
DESCRIPTION:January is National Mentoring Month. The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors will sign a proclamation making it so. At the proclamation signing\, attendees usually share their name and how they are associated with mentoring. Kathy or Colinne share some statistics and stories about mentoring with the County Board of Supervisors. The proclamation is signed by everyone present and the board makes it officially National Mentoring Month in the county. A picture is taken to share with the media. We often get potential mentors that inquire about mentoring after the picture is shared. Everyone is welcome to attend especially mentors\, mentees\, Steering Committee members\, and supports of mentoring.\n\nProclamation information:\n1/9/23-9:30 a.m. at the Allamakee County Courthouse in Waukon (in the supervisor’s meeting room\, basement level)
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/allamakee-proclamation-signing-for-national-mentoring-month/
LOCATION:Allamakee County Courthouse\, 110 Allamakee St NW\, Waukon\, IA\, 52172
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133907
CREATED:20221212T224247Z
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UID:21265-1673262000-1673263800@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Winneshiek County Proclamation Signing for National Mentoring Month
DESCRIPTION:January is National Mentoring Month. The Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors will sign a proclamation making it so. At the proclamation signing\, attendees usually share their name and how they are associated with mentoring. Kathy or Colinne share some statistics and stories about mentoring with the County Board of Supervisors. The proclamation is signed by everyone present and the board makes it officially National Mentoring Month in the county. A picture is taken to share with the media. We often get potential mentors that inquire about mentoring after the picture is shared. Everyone is welcome to attend especially mentors\, mentees\, Steering Committee members\, and supports of mentoring.\n\nProclamation information:\n1/9/23-11:00 a.m. at the Winneshiek County Courthouse’s Annex building in Decorah
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/winneshiek-county-proclamation-signing-for-national-mentoring-month/
LOCATION:Winneshiek County Courthouse\, 201 W. Main Street\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133907
CREATED:20230103T200018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T200018Z
UID:21384-1673265600-1673269200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Prevention 5 Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:“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.” \nThe 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.”
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/prevention-5-coalition-meeting-9/
LOCATION:Crestwood High School District Conference Room\, 1000 Schroder Drive\, Cresco\, 52136
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133907
CREATED:20221228T183340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T183502Z
UID:21351-1673427600-1673431200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Library this January celebrating SNOW! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime\, Zumbini Dance and group activities exploring snow\, painting with snow and dancing with snow. Leave with some parent resources on sensory play and winter play ideas to do with your toddler at home\, during these Winter months. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING!Our target audience age is infant through age five and their caregivers(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nFor Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/celebrate-snow-playgroup/
LOCATION:Riceville Public Library\, 307 Woodland Ave 50466\, Riceville\, IA\, 50466\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230103T200542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T200542Z
UID:21394-1673523000-1673526600@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/allamakee-prevention-advisory-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Lid’s Bar & Grill\, 1350 9th St.\, Waukon\, IA\, 52172\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221228T184834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T184834Z
UID:21363-1673539200-1673546400@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Winneshiek Medical Center Car Seat Check
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCan’t make it? Call 563-387-1720 to schedule a time that will work for you! \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/winneshiek-medical-center-car-seat-check-3/
LOCATION:Winneshiek Medical Center\, 901 Montgomery Street\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230116T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221212T223906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T224330Z
UID:21261-1673859600-1673861400@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Howard County Proclamation Signing for National Mentoring Month
DESCRIPTION:January is National Mentoring Month. The Howard County Board of Supervisors will sign a proclamation making it so. At the proclamation signing\, attendees usually share their name and how they are associated with mentoring. Kathy or Colinne share some statistics and stories about mentoring with the County Board of Supervisors. The proclamation is signed by everyone present and the board makes it officially National Mentoring Month in the county. A picture is taken to share with the media. We often get potential mentors that inquire about mentoring after the picture is shared. Everyone is welcome to attend especially mentors\, mentees\, Steering Committee members\, and supports of mentoring.\n\nProclamation information:\n1/16/23-9:00 a.m. at the Howard County Courthouse in Cresco (in the supervisor’s meeting room\, top floor)
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/howard-county-proclamation-signing-for-national-mentoring-month/
LOCATION:Howard County Courthouse\, 122 2nd Ave SE\, Cresco\, IA\, 52136
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221228T183645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T183645Z
UID:21355-1673884800-1673888400@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Library this January celebrating SNOW! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime\, Zumbini Dance and group activities exploring snow\, painting with snow and dancing with snow. Leave with some parent resources on sensory play and winter play ideas to do with your toddler at home\, during these Winter months. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING! Our target audience age is infant through age five and their caregivers(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nFor Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/celebrate-snow-toddler-playgroup/
LOCATION:Calmar Public Library\, 101 Washington St.\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230109T180711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T180711Z
UID:21419-1673951400-1673955000@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:January Storytime - Waukon
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Rachel for a fun-filled hour of learning! Come ring in the new year with festive books\, crafts/activities and much more! Take a much needed break from the chilly Iowa weather and spend quality time with your child(ren). See you Jan. 17th from 10:30am-11:30am at the Robey Memorial Library. \n*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities* \nOur target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However\, all kids are welcome!  \nQuestions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/january-storytime-waukon/
LOCATION:Robey Memorial Library\, 401 1st Avenue NW\, Waukon\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230105T172700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T172700Z
UID:21409-1673971200-1673982000@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) in Lansing
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nTIPS 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.  \nThe training will take place in the upstairs at the Lansing Public Library\, located at 515 Main St.\, in Lansing. 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. 
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/training-for-intervention-procedures-tips-in-lansing/
LOCATION:Toppling Goliath Brewery\, Upper Level\, 1600 Prosperity Road\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beverage Server Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Rose":MAILTO:jrose@helpingsevices.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221228T183835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T183835Z
UID:21357-1674036000-1674039600@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Library this January celebrating SNOW! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime\, Zumbini Dance and group activities exploring snow\, painting with snow and dancing with snow. Leave with some parent resources on sensory play and winter play ideas to do with your toddler at home\, during these Winter months. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING! Our target audience age is infant through age five and their caregivers(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nFor Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/celebrate-snow-toddler-playgroup-2/
LOCATION:Elma Public Library\, 710 Busti Ave.\, Elma\, IA\, 50628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221228T184011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T184011Z
UID:21359-1674054000-1674057600@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Library this January celebrating SNOW! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime\, Zumbini Dance and group activities exploring snow\, painting with snow and dancing with snow. Leave with some parent resources on sensory play and winter play ideas to do with your toddler at home\, during these Winter months. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING! Our target audience age is infant through age five and their caregivers(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nFor Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/celebrate-snow-toddler-playgroup-3/
LOCATION:Lime Springs Public Library\, 112 West Main St.\, Lime Springs\, IA\, 52155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230109T181121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T181121Z
UID:21422-1674124200-1674127800@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:January Storytime - New Albin
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Rachel for a fun-filled hour of learning! Come ring in the new year with festive books\, crafts/activities and much more! Take a much needed break from the chilly Iowa weather and spend quality time with your child(ren). See you Jan. 19th from 10:30am-11:30am at the New Albin Public Library. \n*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities* \nOur target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However\, all kids are welcome!  \nQuestions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/january-storytime-new-albin/
LOCATION:New Albin Public Library\, 176 Elm Street\, New Albin\, IA\, 52160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230103T195750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T195750Z
UID:21378-1674216000-1674219600@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:ERASE Meeting (Winneshiek County Coalition)
DESCRIPTION:The ERASE Coalition typically meets once a month for an hour to work towards our goal “Creating a healthier Winneshiek County through community collaboration.” \nThose who live or work in Winneshiek County are encouraged to attend!
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/erase-meeting-winneshiek-county-coalition-8/
LOCATION:Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health\, 905 Montgomery St.\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221212T225811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T225811Z
UID:21273-1674489600-1674493200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Allamakee Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and join a commited group of commmittee members who give direction\, support\, and share their ideas to the Allamakee Mentoring Program. If you cannot join the meeting in person\, reach out to mentoring@helpingservices.org for a meeting link.
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/allamakee-mentoring-steering-committee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Waukon Wellness Center\, 1220 3rd Ave NW #101\, Waukon\, IA\, 52172
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20220826T163331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T172424Z
UID:20147-1674491400-1674502200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) in Winneshiek County
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nTIPS 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.  \nThe training will take place in the upstairs at Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. located at 1600 Prosperity Rd.\, in Decorah. 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. 
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/training-for-intervention-procedures-tips-in-winneshiek-county-2/
LOCATION:Toppling Goliath Brewery\, Upper Level\, 1600 Prosperity Road\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beverage Server Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Rose":MAILTO:jrose@helpingsevices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221228T184402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T184402Z
UID:21361-1674640800-1674644400@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Library this January celebrating SNOW! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime\, Zumbini Dance and group activities exploring snow\, painting with snow and dancing with snow. Leave with some parent resources on sensory play and winter play ideas to do with your toddler at home\, during these Winter months. We hope to see you there for some FUN & LEARNING! Our target audience age is infant through age five and their caregivers(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates follow our Family Education Facebook Group: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nFor Information About Our Family Education Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/celebrate-snow-toddler-playgroup-4/
LOCATION:Cresco Library\, 320 N Elm St\, Cresco\, 52136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20221212T224719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T224719Z
UID:21270-1675186200-1675191600@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:National Mentoring Potluck Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Mentors\, Mentors For A Day\, mentees\, parents of mentees\, Steering Committee members\, and friends of mentoring will receive a certificate and be recognized. Youth Mentoring will provide the main course and beverages. Mentors and Steering Committee members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share with others. Please RSVP the names of folks in your family who are attending by January 23 to mentoring@helpingservices.org
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/national-mentoring-potluck-dinner/
LOCATION:First Lutheran Church\, 604 W. Broadway\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Mentoring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230127T153913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T153913Z
UID:21589-1675270800-1675274400@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:February Weekly Storytime - Postville
DESCRIPTION:Starting on February 1st\, Storytime will be weekly at the Postville Public Library! Join us Wednesday evenings for group read-aloud\, crafts\, activities\, take-home items and so much more! Our age-appropriate program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver! \nWe can’t wait to learn and have fun with you! \n*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities* \nOur target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However\, all kids are welcome!  \nQuestions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/ \n 
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/february-weekly-storytime-postville/
LOCATION:Postville Public Library\, 235 W Tilden St\, Postville\, IA\, 52162\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230130T155331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T155331Z
UID:21615-1675677600-1675681200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Zumbini (Ages 5 and under)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur target audience is ages 5 and under and their caregiver(s). \nQuestions? Text Ms. Heather at (641)-220-2239 \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/zumbini-ages-5-and-under/
LOCATION:Decorah Public Library\, corner of Winnebago and Broadway\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Ward":MAILTO:hward@helpingservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230127T154027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T154027Z
UID:21592-1675875600-1675879200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:February Weekly Storytime - Postville
DESCRIPTION:Starting on February 1st\, Storytime will be weekly at the Postville Public Library! Join us Wednesday evenings for group read-aloud\, crafts\, activities\, take-home items and so much more! Our age-appropriate program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver! \nWe can’t wait to learn and have fun with you! \n*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities* \nOur target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However\, all kids are welcome!  \nQuestions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/ \n 
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/february-weekly-storytime-postville-2/
LOCATION:Postville Public Library\, 235 W Tilden St\, Postville\, IA\, 52162\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230127T155551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T155551Z
UID:21599-1675938600-1675942200@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:February Storytime - New Albin
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is starting back up at the New Albin Public Library\, just in time to help ease those winter blues! Join us February 9th & 23rd for group read-aloud\, crafts\, activities\, take-home items and so much more! Our age-appropriate program is designed to help your child learn through hands-on activity and interaction with you; their caregiver! \nWe can’t wait to learn and have fun with you! \n*Parents/caregivers are expected to accompany children during Storytime and are encouraged to interact with their child(ren) during the crafts/activities* \nOur target audience age is infant through five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However\, all kids are welcome! \nQuestions? Text Ms. Rachel at (563)-380-1300 \nFor all the latest community resources and event updates join our Family Education Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241 \nTo Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/february-storytime-new-albin/
LOCATION:New Albin Public Library\, 176 Elm Street\, New Albin\, IA\, 52160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Education And Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T133908
CREATED:20230103T200611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T200611Z
UID:21396-1675942200-1675945800@www.helpingservices.org
SUMMARY:Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.helpingservices.org/event/allamakee-prevention-advisory-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Lid’s Bar & Grill\, 1350 9th St.\, Waukon\, IA\, 52172\, United States
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