Helping Services For Youth & Families

Calmar Library Playgroup (Ages 5 and under)
2023-02-20 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Calmar Public Library, 101 Washington St., Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
Join us at the Library this February celebrating Children’s Dental Health Month & Healthy Eating! Certified Parents as Teachers Educators will be providing Storytime, Zumbini Dance and group activities exploring teeth, healthy eating, and learning the song “Have a Little Toothbrush.” Leave with some parent resources on how to prepare your child for dentist visits and fun, simple activities to make brushing teeth more enjoyable 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/

Snow Tubing & Sleigh Ride Youth Mentoring Group Event
2023-02-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, 7291 County Road 6 SW, Stewartville, MN
Let’s have some fun in the snow! Mentors, mentees, waiting youth, and Mentors For A Day are invited to join us for a fun-filled day of sleigh riding, snow tubing, hot chocolate drinking, and fun. All this fun will happen at Ironwood Springs Ranch near Stewartville, MN. Lunch and transportation will be provided. For those wishing to travel together, we will be traveling via a Townline bus leaving the Decorah office at 9:15 a.m. Please RSVP by Monday, February 13.
Time at the event site is from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Event time listed, does not include travel time.

ERASE Meeting (Winneshiek County Coalition)
2023-02-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-01-20 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!

February Weekly Storytime - Postville
2023-02-15 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-01 17:00 - 18:00 | Postville Public Library, 235 W Tilden St, Postville, IA, 52162, United States
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!
We can’t wait to learn and have fun with you!
*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/

Howard County Youth Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2023-02-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
You can show your LOVE for Howard County’s mentoring program by attending the virtual February Steering Committee meeting. Agenda items include talking about the upcoming Bowl-A-Thon (March 26), all the activities during National Mentoring Month, and an update on matches. Please contact mentoring@helpingservices.org for more information.

Healthy Fayette County Prevention Workgroup Meeting
2023-02-14 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.

Prevention 5 Coalition Meeting
2023-02-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-01-09 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.”

Allamakee Prevention Advisory Meeting
2023-02-09 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-01-12 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!

February Storytime - New Albin
2023-02-09 10:30 - 11:30 | New Albin Public Library, 176 Elm Street, New Albin, IA, 52160, United States
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!
We can’t wait to learn and have fun with you!
*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/

Zumbini (Ages 5 and under)
2023-02-06 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/

National Mentoring Potluck Dinner
2023-01-31 17:30 - 19:00 | First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
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

Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
2023-01-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Cresco Library, 320 N Elm St, Cresco, 52136, United States
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).
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/

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) in Winneshiek County
2023-01-23 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.
The 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.

Allamakee Mentoring Steering Committee Meeting
2023-01-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Waukon Wellness Center, 1220 3rd Ave NW #101, Waukon, IA, 52172
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.

January Storytime - New Albin
2023-01-19 10:30 - 11:30 | New Albin Public Library, 176 Elm Street, New Albin, IA, 52160, United States
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.
*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/

Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
2023-01-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Lime Springs Public Library, 112 West Main St., Lime Springs, IA, 52155, United States

Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
2023-01-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Elma Public Library, 710 Busti Ave., Elma, IA, 50628, United States

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) in Lansing
2023-01-17 16:00 - 19:00 | 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.
The 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.

January Storytime - Waukon
2023-01-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Robey Memorial Library, 401 1st Avenue NW, Waukon, IA, 52101, United States
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.
*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/

Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
2023-01-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Calmar Public Library, 101 Washington St., Calmar, IA, 52132, United States

Howard County Proclamation Signing for National Mentoring Month
2023-01-16 09:00 - 09:30 | Howard County Courthouse, 122 2nd Ave SE, Cresco, IA, 52136
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.

Proclamation information:
1/16/23-9:00 a.m. at the Howard County Courthouse in Cresco (in the supervisor’s meeting room, top floor)

Winneshiek Medical Center Car Seat Check
2023-01-12 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/

Celebrate SNOW Toddler Playgroup
2023-01-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Riceville Public Library, 307 Woodland Ave 50466, Riceville, IA, 50466, United States
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).
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/

Winneshiek County Proclamation Signing for National Mentoring Month
2023-01-09 11:00 - 11:30 | Winneshiek County Courthouse, 201 W. Main Street, Decorah, IA, 52101
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.

Proclamation information:
1/9/23-11:00 a.m. at the Winneshiek County Courthouse’s Annex building in Decorah

Allamakee Proclamation Signing for National Mentoring Month
2023-01-09 09:30 - 10:00 | Allamakee County Courthouse, 110 Allamakee St NW, Waukon, IA, 52172
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.

Proclamation information:
1/9/23-9:30 a.m. at the Allamakee County Courthouse in Waukon (in the supervisor’s meeting room, basement level)
