Lime Springs Library Playgroup
2023-04-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lime Springs Public Library, 112 West Main St., Lime Springs, IA, 52155, 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/

Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
2023-04-13 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-05-11 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-06-08 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!

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.

ZUMBINI
2023-04-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-19 10:00 - 11:00 | 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
2023-04-17 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 me*******@*************es.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 in**@*************es.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, 2023-05-17 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-05-24 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/

Prevention 5 Coalition Meeting
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.”

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/

May Storytime - Robey Memorial/Waukon
2023-05-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Robey Memorial Library, 401 1st Avenue NW, Waukon, IA, 52101, United States
Join Ms. Rachel for May Storytime at the Robey Memorial Library in Waukon on May 16th . 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/

Riceville Library Playgroup
2023-05-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Riceville Public Library, 307 Woodland Ave 50466, Riceville, IA, 50466, United States
Join us at the Library this MAY exploring SUMMER SAFETY! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime, Zumbini Dance, and group activities exploring tips on how to kick off your Summer safely as a family. We will explore bike safety, water safety, and sun safety. We hope to see you there for some FUN, EXPLORING, & LEARNING!
Our target audience is ages five and under and their caregiver(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
2023-05-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Lime Springs Public Library, 112 West Main St., Lime Springs, IA, 52155, United States

Elma Library Playgroup
2023-05-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Elma Public Library, 710 Busti Ave., Elma, IA, 50628, United States

Cresco Library Playgroup
2023-05-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco Library, 320 N Elm St, Cresco, 52136, United States

Youth Mentoring at Cresco Family Fun Night
2023-06-07 17:00 - 20:00 | East Park Cresco, IA, Cresco, IA
Let’s have some fun! Everyone is invited to the June Family Fun Night in East Park in Cresco from 5:00-8:00 p.m. There will be bouncy houses, food trucks, a balloon guy, and a special program at 6:00 p.m. Veterans will be honored at that time and kids will get to create a patriotic creation. Those in attendance of the special program will learn about the benefits available to veterans and about how folks can get involved in Youth Mentoring. An outdoor movie will begin at dusk.

An Afternoon at the Lake-Mentoring Group Event
2023-06-10 11:30 - 14:30 | Village Creek Bible Camp, 1588 Drake Road, Lansing, Iowa, 52151
Mentors, mentees, waiting youth, and Mentors For A day will be splishin’ and a splashin’ in the lake at Village Creek Bible Camp near Lansing. There will be time to swim, kayak, go off a water slide, roast hot dogs, and have a great outdoor meal. Would you like to come and see the scenic beauty and hear children and adults laughing and enjoying themselves? Contact me*******@*************es.org for more details. Please RSVP by Monday, June 5.

MY Club (Howard County) Steering Committee meeting for Youth Mentoring
2023-06-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Cresco Chamber of Commerce, 101 2nd Ave SW, Cresco, IA, 52136, United States
Do you want to support kids in Howard County? Do you want to make a difference while helping to support youth having a positive adult role model? If you answered YES to either of these questions then you should check out the next MY Club Steering Commimttee meeting! Come and help contribute your ideas on how to get more mentors and mentees to be part of the Howard County program.

Cresco Playgroup
2023-06-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Cresco East Park, Cresco, United States
Join us at the park this JUNE exploring OUTDOOR PLAY! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime, Zumbini Dance, and group activities exploring tips on the benefits of outdoor play this Summer. We hope to see you there for some FUN, EXPLORING, & LEARNING!
Our target audience is ages five and under and their caregiver(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/
