MY Club (Howard County's) Youth Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2022-08-22 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 me*******@*************es.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!

Family Education Playgroup
2022-08-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco Library, 320 N Elm St, Cresco, 52136, United States
Come join Ms. Heather 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/

Zumbini in the Park
2022-08-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-09-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-09-24 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/

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) in Winneshiek County
2022-08-29 16:30 - 19:30 | Toppling Goliath Brewery, Upper Level, 1600 Prosperity Road, Decorah, IA, 52101, 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 29 from 4:30-7:30 PM in the upstairs of Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. 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: jr***@*************es.org or call 563-387-1720.

Como Zoo Park and Conservatory Mentoring Group Event
2022-09-07 00:00 | IA
Mentors, mentees, waiting youth and Mentors ForA Day are invited to this all-day adventure! Youth Mentoring participants will travel by Hawkeye Stages Bus. From 11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. attendees will explore the animal exhibits, enjoy the beauty of the conservatory, visit Como Town, and eat lunch.
RSVP for this fun-filled day by Monday, June 13. Mentors ForA Day are needed.

Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
2022-09-08 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!

Winneshiek Medical Center Car Seat Check
2022-09-08 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.
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

ERASE at NICC's Fall Fest
2022-09-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Northeast Iowa Community College, 1625 IA-150, Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
Come check out what the Winneshiek County ERASE Coalition is all about! They will an interactive table with information about the coalition, different initiatives, educational items for youth and parents, and some different give- away items at Northeast Iowa Community College’s annual Fall Fest event.

Tasty Thursday-Youth Mentoring Get To Know You
2022-09-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Sugar Bowl, 410 W. Water Street, Decorah
Tasty Thursdays location has changed to the Sugar Bowl’s downtown location! Mentors, mentees, family members, and those interested in finding out more about mentoring are invited to come and enjoy a tasty treat compliments of Sugar Bowl. Come for a few minutes, come for the hour, or come at a time that fits your schedule. There will be game playing, conversation, and deliciousness!

Prevention 5 Coalition Meeting
2022-09-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-10-10 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.”

Exploring Healthy Foods, Family Playgroup
2022-09-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Riceville Public Library, 307 Woodland Ave 50466, Riceville, IA, 50466, United States
Come explore HEALTHY EATING! Bring your kiddos for Storytime, Zumbini and a Group Activity exploring healthy eating. Leave with some resources including: tips for picky eaters, benefits of sign language during meal times, healthy snack ideas, eating the rainbow and reducing the risk of chocking at meal time. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at this Helping Services Group Connection Event in September with the Riceville Library!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
Questions? Text (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

All About Shapes - Library Storytime
2022-09-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Postville Library, 235 W Tilden St, Postville, 52162, United States
Join us for the All About Shapes Storytime! Our program will include a group read aloud, a fun craft that both kids and parents/caregivers can work on together, take home items and related information/resources. We’re looking forward to learning about shapes with you; while also having some fun! This is a Helping Services Group Connection event with the Postville Public Library.
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). However, all kids are welcome!
Questions? Text (563)-380-1300
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

ERASE Meeting (Winneshiek County Coalition)
2022-09-16 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!

La Crosse Queen River Boat Cruise Mentoring Group Event
2022-09-18 15:45 - 17:15 | 405 E Veterans Memorial Dr, La Crosse, WI
Mentors, mentees, waiting youth, and Mentors For A Day are invited to enjoy a river boat cruise down the Mississippi. Come and join the fun! We need 30 people to make this event happen. Mentors For A Day (volunteers who spend time with an assigned youth) are needed. A meal will be provided.
Please RSVP by Monday, September 12.
Times listed for this event do NOT include travel time to and from La Crosse.

Exploring Healthy Foods, Family Playgroup
2022-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Phelps Park, 613 Park Street, Decorah, IA 52101, 613 Park Street, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Come explore HEALTHY EATING! Bring your kiddos for Storytime, Zumbini and a Group Activity exploring healthy eating. Leave with some resources including: tips for picky eaters, benefits of sign language during meal times, healthy snack ideas, eating the rainbow and reducing the risk of chocking at meal time. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at this Helping Services Group Connection Event in September with the Decorah Public Library! Phelps Park, Shelter 1
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
Questions? Text (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Exploring Healthy Foods, Family Playgroup
2022-09-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Calmar Public Library, 101 Washington St., Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
Come explore HEALTHY EATING! Bring your kiddos for Storytime, Zumbini and a Group Activity exploring healthy eating. Leave with some resources including: tips for picky eaters, benefits of sign language during meal times, healthy snack ideas, eating the rainbow and reducing the risk of chocking at meal time. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at this Helping Services Group Connection Event in September with the Calmar Library!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
Questions? Text (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 Meeting
2022-09-20 13:30 - 15:30 | Fayette Community Library, 104 W. State St., Fayette, IA, 52142, United States
Hello Fayette County!
Come join us at the Healthy Fayette County quarterly meeting! This is a chance for all the workgroups that are a part of the Coalition to come together and work towards the mission and vision of Healthy Fayette County.

Exploring Healthy Foods, Family Playgroup
2022-09-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Elma Public Library, 710 Busti Ave., Elma, IA, 50628, United States
Come explore HEALTHY EATING! Bring your kiddos for Storytime, Zumbini and a Group Activity exploring healthy eating. Leave with some resources including: tips for picky eaters, benefits of sign language during meal times, healthy snack ideas, eating the rainbow and reducing the risk of chocking at meal time. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at this Helping Services Group Connection Event in September with the Elma Library!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
Questions? Text (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Exploring Healthy Foods, Family Playgroup
2022-09-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Lime Springs Public Library, 112 West Main St., Lime Springs, IA, 52155, United States
Come explore HEALTHY EATING! Bring your kiddos for Storytime, Zumbini and a Group Activity exploring healthy eating. Leave with some resources including: tips for picky eaters, benefits of sign language during meal times, healthy snack ideas, eating the rainbow and reducing the risk of chocking at meal time. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at this Helping Services Group Connection Event in September with the Lime Springs Library!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
Questions? Text (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) in Fayette County
2022-09-21 15:30 - 18:30 | IA
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 for Fayette County retailers on Wednesday, September 21 from 3:30-6:30 PM in Oelwein. 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: jr***@*************es.org or call 563-387-1720.

Allamakee Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2022-09-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Waukon Wellness Center, 1220 3rd Ave NW #101, Waukon, IA, 52172
The advisory group for the Allamakee Mentoring Program is hosting it’s meeting.
Topics for discussion include how to get more men involved, recruitment updates,
school-based mentoring progress, and much more. If you would like to join the
meeting, please contact me*******@*************es.org for meeting information.
Newcomers are welcome!

NICC Community Organization & Wellness Fair
2022-09-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Northeast Iowa Community College, 1625 IA-150, Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
Helping Services will be attending the Community Organization & Wellness Fair! Come stop by our table to get more information on the programs that we can offer in our local communities.

Exploring Healthy Foods, Family Playgroup
2022-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco Library, 320 N Elm St, Cresco, 52136, United States
Come explore HEALTHY EATING! Bring your kiddos for Storytime, Zumbini and a Group Activity exploring healthy eating. Leave with some resources including: tips for picky eaters, benefits of sign language during meal times, healthy snack ideas, eating the rainbow and reducing the risk of chocking at meal time. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at this Helping Services Group Connection Event in September with the Cresco Library!
Our target audience age is infant through age five and their parent(s).
Questions? Text (641)-220-2239
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Fall & Fire Safety Storytime
2022-10-06 10:30 - 11:30 | New Albin Public Library, 176 Elm Street, New Albin, IA, 52160, United States
Join us for Storytime at the New Albin Public Library! Our theme is Fall & Fire Safety. Welcome the fall season and learn more about Fire Prevention & Safety through our group read-aloud, age-appropriate craft(s)/activities and take-home items for both children and caregivers! Hope to see you there for learning and fun!
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 follow 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/

Building Bridges Through Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2022-10-11 16:15 - 17:15 | Helping Services Main Office, 805 E Main Street, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Winneshiek County’s mentoring program at Helping Services is Building Bridges Through Mentoring. This commmittee meeting will ask for ideas about how to recruit more mentors, will feature upcoming trainings, and share about the matches fun times in Winneshiek County. New members are welcome!

Fire Safety Playgroup
2022-10-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Riceville Public Library, 307 Woodland Ave 50466, Riceville, IA, 50466, United States
Come explore FIRE SAFETY with your family this October! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime, Zumbini Dance and a Group Activities exploring fire safety for kids and families. Leave with some resources including: Tips for creating a fire safety plan for your family, using developmentally appropriate language when teaching your child about fire safety and fun, easy activity ideas to take home and do with your whole family. We hope to see you there for some FUN and LEARNING at our Family Education, Play to Learn Groups throughout the month of October! Our target audience age is infant through age five 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 Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/920687785557241
To sign-up for an individualized service with Ms. Heather visit:
https://forms.gle/1dLLEmbY27fpQxy39
To Learn more about the Family Education & Support Program visit: https://www.helpingservices.org/services/family-support-and-education/

Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
2022-10-13 11:30 - 12:30 | Nutmegs Bakery & Cafe, 367 Main St., Lansing, IA, 52151, United States
