Family Resource Center

Sheboygan Developmental Screening Day (32 Months and younger)
2022-11-02 | Early Learning Center, 1227 Wilson Ave, Sheboygan, 53081
Do you want to see if your child’s development is on track? Along with our community partners, we are again offering another Developmental Screening Day for children 6 months to 5 years.
Your child’s development will be assessed in these areas:

Language
Problem solving
Fine and large motor skills
Personal-Social
Hearing and Vision Screening (based on availability)

Benefits of attending Developmental Screenings:

Celebrate your child’s development
Support your child’s school readiness skills
Receive parenting information and resources
Early detection of potential developmental delays

Registration is open through October 31st and is highly recommended. Please choose your preferred time slot below to register your child. (No registration for parents required.) Walk-in appointments are not guaranteed and are based on availability.
(FOR HEARING AND/OR VISION ONLY SCREENING, please call 920-892-6706 to learn availability and to register.)

Sheboygan Developmental Screening Day (33 Months and older)
2022-11-02 | Early Learning Center, 1227 Wilson Ave, Sheboygan, 53081

Mmmm . . . The Smells of Autumn!
2022-10-17 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Nourish Farms, 100 Alfred Miley Ave., Sheboygan, WI, 53085
CLASS IS FULL. IF YOU’D LIKE YOUR NAME ADDED TO OUR WAITING LIST, PLEASE CALL (920) 892-6706.
Come, join us for an evening of family-friendly fall meal-prep strategies that are interactive and hands-on for the whole family. A chef from Nourish Farms will demonstrate and assist the group in the creation of a hearty fall soup made with ingredients fresh from the garden! Kids will then assist in the process of making little pumpkin hand-pies, because what is an autumn meal without pumpkin pie?! YUM! Once all the work is done, you and your family will be able to sit down and enjoy a wonderful meal together filled with the foods and smells of autumn. Designed for children 2 years old and older.
Registration by October 10th is required, but is FREE through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. (Online donations are appreciated! Please click the green tab at the top of the page.)

Plymouth Developmental Screening Day (FRIDAY MORNING)
2022-10-14 | Generations, an Intergenerational Center, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Do you want to see if your child’s development is on track? Along with our community partners, we are again offering another Developmental Screening Day for children 6 months to 5 years.
Your child’s development will be assessed in these areas:

Language
Problem solving
Fine and large motor skills
Personal-Social
Hearing and Vision Screening (based on availability)

Benefits of attending Developmental Screenings:

Celebrate your child’s development
Support your child’s school readiness skills
Receive parenting information and resources
Early detection of potential developmental delays

Registration is open through October 11th and is highly recommended. Please choose your preferred time slot below to register your child. (No registration for parents required.) Walk-in appointments are not guaranteed and are based on availability.
(FOR HEARING AND/OR VISION ONLY SCREENING, please call 920-892-6706 to learn availability and to register.)

Plymouth Developmental Screening Day (THURSDAY AFTERNOON)
2022-10-13 | Generations, an Intergenerational Center, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States

Let's Talk Grandkids
2022-10-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Generations, an Intergenerational Center, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Join us and our partners in a 3-part series designed specifically for grandparents! Come for one or all 3, your choice.
Monday Sept. 12th 6:00pm-7:00pm
Part One: Anxiety and Children: Understanding and Supporting Youth in our Lives
Description: This session will discuss the different signs of anxiety in children and teens, different types of anxiety youth experience, how it can affect behavior, why it often goes undetected, what you should do (and not do) when children are anxious, and how to support the youth in your lives that are struggling with anxiety.
Presenters: Keegan Rhynas, Education Coordinator from Mental Health America Lakeshore
Monday Oct. 10th 6:00om-7:00pm
Part Two: Reading with your Grandchildren
Description: Grab your readers and let’s READ! Ever wonder what is the best way and age to introduce reading to your young grandchild? How to keep your grandchild interested in books? How to include your grandchild in books or topics you’re interested in? Join us for a wonderful evening packed with literacy ideas and information for you to use with grandchildren of all ages.
Presenters: Renee Wachuta from the Family Resource Center, Samantha Spottek from the Plymouth Public Library
Monday Nov. 14th 6:00pm-7:00pm
Part Three: Technology to Communicate
Description: Join us for a media inspired Technology Talk involving your grandchildren as we explore the reality of today’s world and how our grandchildren live in it and with it. We’ll talk about using technology effectively using the 3 C’s-Child, Content , and Context. Let’s learn to co-exist and have fun!
Presenters: Stephanie Klemp and Hank Lieurance from Sargento’s Technology Department, Renee Wachuta from the Family Resource Center
Register by Calling Generations: (920)-892-4858

Bitty Book Club
2022-09-20 | Mead Library, Sheboygan, 710 N 8th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Join us for a free, interactive toddler book club where facilitators from the Family Resource
Center and Progressive Beginnings will help make stories come alive with book themed
activities that encourage a child’s motor, language, and social development. Our professionally
trained Parent Educator and Physical Therapist will point out child developmental milestones
to watch for, while building your child’s very own library and literacy skills as your child
approaches kindergarten.
No need to register. Books are available for take-home on a first-come, first-serve basis.
WHEN: Third Tuesdays of the Month, 9:30-10:30 a.m or 4:30-5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mead Public Library, Sheboygan
WHO: Adult caregivers and children 2-5 years old (Club Open to Public/Community!)
COST: FREE

Triple P Positive Parenting Seminar: Raising Confident, Competent Children
2022-08-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Generations, an Intergenerational Center, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
As parents and caregivers we all want our children to grow to be confident and competent in the world, but at times this task can feel intimidating. This seminar will give you ideas on how to teach your child(ren) important life skills such as being respectful and considerate, communicating well with others, thinking positively, being independent and developing a healthy self-concept.
Registration by August 1st is required, but is FREE through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. (Online donations are appreciated! Please click the green tab at the top of the page.)

Mariposa Means Butterfly
2022-07-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Generations, an Intergenerational Center, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Looking to add a bit of diversity into your child’s bedtime routine? Snuggle in for a fun-filled evening as we explore the wonder of bilingual books. We’ll also have themed snacks and make a fun craft. Dress comfortably-you can even wear your PJ’s! Class is best for children up to 3 years old.
Registration by July 11th is required, but is FREE through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. (Online donations are appreciated! Please click the green tab at the top of the page.)

Farm Fed Baby
2022-06-06 16:30 - 18:30 | Nourish Farms, 100 Alfred Miley Ave., Sheboygan, WI, 53085
Scratching your head about making baby food from scratch? Join us at Nourish Farms to learn how to make baby food from farm fresh vegetables and fruit. Picking ripe veggies and fruits in Nourish’s on-site garden can help prepare you for making healthy baby food for your little in your own home!
Registration by Tuesday May 31st is required, but is FREE through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. (Online donations are appreciated! Please click the green tab at the top of the page.)

25th Anniversary Fundraiser at Nourish Farms
2022-05-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Nourish Farms, 100 Alfred Miley Ave., Sheboygan, WI, 53085
Join Us to Celebrate 25 Years of Building Strong Families and Stronger Communities!
Saturday, May 21, 2022 • 4-7 pm • Nourish Farms • $50/person
We invite you to join us for an evening of mouthwatering bites, live music, exciting raffles and good company as we celebrate our 25th anniversary. All proceeds for the evening benefit our programs serving Sheboygan County families. Can’t join us that evening? Your support through an online donation would be greatly appreciated!
ENTERTAINMENT: Live Music by Tonic Roots
MENU: Mouthwatering Appetizers by the Black Pig Restaurant
CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
Unable to attend our Annual Fundraiser? Please consider making an online donation!

﻿Triple P, Positive Parenting Discussion Group- Hassle-free Mealtimes with Children
2022-05-16 17:00 - 19:30 | Mini Mocha Play Cafe, 815 NEW YORK AVE, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
While mealtimes can be one of the most difficult times for parents, with a little planning, they can become enjoyable for the whole family. This discussion group will help you encourage the type of mealtime behavior you want to see, reduce mealtime behavior problems and fussiness, and make mealtimes easier on you as a parent. (Pizza will be provided starting at 5:00PM. Child care during the event is available. Space is limited.)
Registration required by Tuesday May 11th.

Spring 2022 Literacy Council New Tutor Training
2022-05-11 10:00 - 12:30 | Lakeshore Technical College, 1320 Niagara Avenue, Sheboygan, WI, 53081
Become a Volunteer Tutor!
– Flexible schedule
– No teaching experience required
– Create a lasting impact
Join the Sheboygan Literacy Council team! Shape the future of Sheboygan County by applying to tutor an adult in our community who is learning to enhance their English reading, writing, and/or conversation skills. We’ll train and then match you with a student who fits your schedule.
Apply online at https://familyresourcesheboygan.org/tutor.php or email literacy@frc-sc.org
Upcoming Training!
May 11, 18, and 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This training is taking place at Lakeshore Technical College-Sheboygan.

Let's Talk Grandkids
2022-04-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Generations, an Intergenerational Center, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Why are grandkids different today than young kids from years ago? Expectations of milestones have come a long way and are very important for child development. Join us for a guided conversation about differences and similarities in the generations of today vs. the generations of years ago.
Free through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. Online donations appreciated!
Registration is preferred, (online or by calling 920-892-6706) by April 13, 2022, but walk-ins are welcome.

Kids in the Kitchen - A Helping Hand
2022-03-21 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference
Are you running out of ideas for quick and healthy meals for your family? Do you want to include your children in meal preparation but not sure how? Well, bring them along to this exciting, delicious and educational virtual dinner-making event! You will cook and eat a yummy, healthy meal with your child and learn what tickles their taste buds!
This is a virtual, Zoom event you participate in from your own kitchen. The Zoom link will be sent after registration, closer to date of event. Supplies will be delivered. Suitable for children age 1 to 4 years, accompanied by an adult.
Free through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board, as well as the Kohler Foundation. Online donations appreciated!
Registration required by Tuesday March 15th.

Developmental Screening Day
2022-03-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2022-03-03 15:00 - 19:00 | FRC at Generations, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Want to see if your child’s development is on track? Along with our community partners, we are again offering another free Developmental Screening Day for children 6 months to 5 years.
Your child’s development will be assessed in these areas:

Language
Problem solving
Fine and large motor skills
Personal-Social

Benefits of attending Developmental Screenings:

Celebrate your child’s development
Support your child’s school readiness skills
Receive parenting information and resources
Early detection of potential developmental delays

*Masks are strongly encouraged. If you do not have a mask, they will be available upon entry. Thank you for keeping everyone safe and healthy!

Three Easy Ways to Register:
REGISTER ONLINE: https://bit.ly/32mhzEP
REGISTER BY EMAIL: cposewitz@frc-sc-org
REGISTER BY PHONE: 920-892-6706

Triple P - Positive Parenting Seminar - Raising Resilient Children
2022-02-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference
As parents, we all want our children to grow up to have the emotional and social skills to happily navigate life and to bounce back from the ups and downs they encounter. In this seminar, you’ll gain a better understanding of what emotional resilience in children is and learn the building blocks to teach them that will help to develop these important life skills.
*It is recommended that child care is provided for your child(ren) during this time so you can fully participate.
February 21 2022 4:30 pm
Zoom (Link will be sent after registration, closer to date of event.)
Free through the support of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board, as well as the Kohler Foundation. Online donations appreciated! (Click the “Donate” button at the top of the page.) Materials included.
Register by Wednesday, February 16.

Literacy Council Tutor Training
2022-02-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Lakeshore Technical College, 1320 Niagara Avenue, Sheboygan, WI, 53081
Become a Volunteer Tutor!
– Flexible schedule
– No teaching experience required
– Create a lasting impact
Join the Sheboygan Literacy Council team! Shape the future of Sheboygan County by applying to tutor an adult in our community who is learning to enhance their English reading, writing, and/or conversation skills. We’ll train and then match you with a student who fits your schedule.
Apply online at https://familyresourcesheboygan.org/tutor.php or email literacy@frc-sc.org
Upcoming Training!
February 2, 9, and 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In person or virtual options available.
This training is taking place at Lakeshore Technical College-Sheboygan.

Reading is SNOW Much Fun!
2022-01-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference
Is reading together with your child your New Year’s Resolution? Start your New Year off with us learning about the importance of literacy and reading by creating your child’s own snowman reading buddy and other winter themed activities. We will provide your family with all the materials needed to have SNOW much fun together. Sign up now as spots are limited!
Activities are recommended for children ages 2-5 years old. Please register by Friday January 21, 2022.
Register Online Now

HANDS-ON HOLIDAY EVENT
2021-12-02 06:00 - 17:00 | Mead Library, Sheboygan, 710 N 8th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Join us for a hands-on holiday event where you and your child can interact with sensory items, make & take crafts, decorate holiday cookies, and more! Appropriate for: Adult caregivers and children ages 12-36 months. (Masks are required for all adults and children over the age of 2.) Register by Monday, November 29, 2021

Little Movers Playgroup Ages 2-4
2021-12-01 09:00 - 10:00 | FRC at Generations, 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Children ages 2 – 4 and their caregivers are invited to join our upcoming facilitated playgroups. These free playgroups offer fun opportunities for children to participate in age-appropriate activities that stimulate learning, develop motor skills and encourage social interaction. Little Movers is offered in partnership by Rehab Resources Inc. and the Family Resource Center. Adults are required to wear masks.
*1st Wednesday of the each month, Starting October 6th, 2021

Tummy Time Together
2021-11-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference
Babies learn many large and small motor skills in the first months of life, and they do it best when they get lots of practice! This interactive, virtual class for parents and babies who are not yet crawling will include activities to help children learn and grow stronger each day. Learn about typical development and the pros and cons of baby equipment.
WHEN: Tuesday, November 16, 2021, 10:00-11:00 am.
WHERE: Via Zoom. Link to join will be emailed after you register.
WHO: Adult caregivers and babies who are not yet crawling.
COST: FREE
Please register by Tuesday, November 9, 2021.
Call 920-892-6706 or register online.
