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What's Coming Up At Family Resources
of La Crosse?
 



Click on the following links to print monthly calendars of what's going on at
Family Resources!

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MONDAY

Cut pictures of flowers
from old magazines. Glue on paper to make a garden.
 
TUESDAY

Go to the library and
check out children's
gardening books.

WEDNESDAY

Sing and the the motions to "Ring Around the Rosie."
 
THURSDAY

Put potting soil/dirt in
the sensory pan. Add
plastic flowers, pots,
garden tools, spoons, etc.

 
FRIDAY

Make Dirt Cups for a snack.
 
Click here to view the Home Preschool Curriculum

 

 


 

 

 

Workshops

 

All workshops are held at Family Resources (1500 Green Bay Street, La Crosse) unless otherwise noted. Although our workshops are listed separately for parents and child care professionals, they are open to anyone interested in attending. For more information on the workshops or to register, call (608) 784-8125.
 

Parent Workshops          Child Care Workshops


Parent Workshops


 

Tricks Of the Trade
Come learn some tricks of the trade (parenting tricks, that is!) from a stay-at-home dad of two boys. Hear how he’s learned what works—and how he’s managed to have fun while doing it!
Presented by: Pete Yocum, Parent

March 27th from 6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available


Growing, Choosing, and Preparing Vegetables
Learn the benefits of eating vegetables, recommended amounts and community resources for fresh produce. Taste delicious recipes that please the pickiest eater plus tips on starting a container garden.
Presented by: Sheila Harding and Mary Hoeft-Leithold—La Crosse UW Extension

April 17th from 6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available


Skills For A Successful Marriage
Whether you’re thinking about getting married, or have been married for many years, we are all looking for intimacy and companionship. Research has found that successful married couples demonstrate relationship skills that enhance their time together. Learn to develop the relationship you desire. Presented by:  Jerry Nelson, MS, Marriage and Family Therapist

April 24th from 6:30-8:30 PM          


Toddlers...Preschoolers! You've Got To Love Em!
Let’s talk about ways to enjoy your little ones more – even during those challenging stages. We’ll figure out the triggers that can ruin a family dinner or a shopping trip, ways to avoid tantrums and turn misbehaviors  into “teachable moments.”  Presented by: Fran Swift—Parent Educator

 May 22nd from 6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available


Live Your Values...Live In Peace
Come explore and define what is important to you and your family. What do you truly value? We’ll answer this question and identify key strategies to help you and your children live in harmony with those values.  
Presented by: Stacy Shapiro—President, Shapiro Strategies

 June 19th from 6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available


To Pee Or Not To Pee...That Is the Question!
Come hear how to recognize the signs of toilet learning readiness, how to proceed and, foremost, how to avoid turning toilet learning into a major power struggle.  Presented by: Fran Swift—Family Resources

 June 26th from 6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available


Child Care Workshops

 

Creative Curriculum Network
This is a new opportunity for all preschool teachers in the CESA #4 region to come together and continue to learn about quality curriculum and assessment, using the Creative Curriculum for Preschool, 4th Edition. Free of charge, but registration is required at least 24 hours prior to the event. CEU’s available.

This event is being held at the following location:

CESA #4
923 East Garland
West Salem, WI

For more information or to register, contact Gaye Tylka at (608) 786-4844.

 January 10th, February 28th, & April 24th | 4:00-7:00 PM 

Child care is not available for this workshop.


Babysitter or Child Care Professional?
Do parents think of you as a babysitter, or a child care professional? This three-part workshop will help providers to establish and present themselves as the professionals they are. Part one will serve as an introduction to the plan and materials. During parts two and three, providers will work on developing a parent handbook, a marketing plan and more. Enrollment is limited to 20 people.

 April 3rd & 10th and May 8th from 6:00-7:30 PM | CEU’s available*

*Must attend all three sessions to receive CEU's

Child care is not available for this workshop.


Make A Difference In the Life Of A Child
Child Care Professionals who suspect that a child is or will be harmed, are mandated to report this concern immediately to the appropriate agency. Deciding to report child abuse/neglect can be a difficult decision. Learn more about when to report.
Presented by: La Crosse County Child Protective Services

May 15th from 6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available

This workshop is being held at the following location:

La Crosse County Health and Human Services Building - Basement Auditorium
(300 N. 4th Street)

Child care is not available for this workshop.


Creative Curriculum Network
This is a new opportunity for all preschool teachers in the CESA #4 region to come together and continue to learn about quality curriculum and assessment, using the Creative Curriculum for Preschool, 4th Edition. Free of charge, but registration is required at least 24 hours prior to the event. CEU’s available.

This event is being held at the following location:

CESA #4
923 East Garland
West Salem, WI

For more information or to register, contact Gaye Tylka at (608) 786-4844.

 January 10th, February 28th, & April 24th | 4:00-7:00 PM 

Child care is not available for this workshop.


Early Childhood Forum
A networking and professional development opportunity for all persons in the CESA #4 region interested in early childhood care and education issues. Free of charge, but registration is required at least 24 hours prior to the event. CEU’s available

This event is being held at the following location:

CESA #4
923 East Garland
West Salem, WI

For more information on specific topics or to register, contact Gaye Tylka at (608) 786-4844.

 January 31st, March 13th, & May 8th | 4:00-7:00 PM

Child care is not available for this workshop.


Orientation for County Child Care Certification
If you are interested in becoming a County Certified Child Care Professional, you will need to attend one of the sessions below.

  • Saturday, April 5th | 11:30 AM-12:00 PM

  • Thursday, May 1st | 8:30-9:00 PM

  • Saturday, June 7th | 11:30 AM-12:00 PM

Child care is not available.


Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention

Shaken Baby Syndrome occurs when an infant or young child is shaken forcibly. By providing information to parents and other caregivers on the dangers and alternative ways to cope with an infant’s crying, the incidence of the syndrome can be reduced. 

  • Saturday, April 5th | 9:00 AM-10:30 AM

  • Thursday, May 1st | 6:00-7:30 PM

  • Saturday, June 7th | 9:00 AM-10:30 AM

Child care is not available for this workshop.


SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

There are things that parents and caregivers can do to reduce the risk of a SIDS death. During this workshop you will learn more about SIDS and how to prevent it.

  • Saturday, April 5th | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

  • Thursday, May 1st | 7:30-8:30 PM

  • Saturday, June 7th | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Child care is not available for this workshop.

 

 

PLAY GROUPS     WORKSHOPS     CLASSES AND PROGRAMS
 

 
 

 

Helping Families. Honoring Parenting.


April 26th @
Riverside Park

More Information

Register Online
 


April Is
Child Abuse
Prevention Month

Click here for a list of community events brought to you by the Child Abuse Prevention Task Force
 



Click here for information on how winter weather affects our events.
 

QUICK LINKS

 

Child Care Certification Regulations

 

Child Care Referrals

 

Shaken Baby Syndrome Trainings

 

Choosing Quality
Child Care

 

Search For Available Services For Parents & Caregivers

 
 

Child Care Chat Group
 

 


Family Resources will be closed on the following dates:

March 21st
May 26th

Closed the last
Thursday of each
month beginning
in April

 


 


 

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