Grab a couple packages of Peeps, a box, some glue, a little paper or decorations, and you’ve got fun for an afternoon.
The contest runs from March 1 to March 31, 2024. Peep displays should follow the theme of “PEEPlympics.” Finalists will get to display their Sibs Are My Peeps creation at the 2024 Fox Cities Kidz Expo on April 20, 2024 at the Fox Cities Kidz Expo, downtown Appleton and compete for the “Peepl’s Choice”.
More information and see entries from previous years visit https://wisconsibs.org/what-we-offer/sibs-are-my-peeps/
Download entry form. Email the form and 2 photos to [email protected]
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center,
One John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI
Disability Advocacy Day is designed to connect you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect YOU and people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
JOIN US! Make certain your voice is heard!
Disability Advocacy Day is a day-long event focused on connecting Self-Advocates with their legislators to talk about issues that matter to them. Attendees are expected to participate in the full day of activities.
Tentative Agenda
REGISTRATION INFORMATION COMING FEBRUARY 1.
Registration opening soon!
We are excited to offer another Sibshop in the Madison area.
WisconSibs Sibshops are workshops for children ages 6-12 who are brothers and sisters of children with disabilities. Sibshops are lively, relaxed events that combine recreation, information, and discussion, and give siblings the opportunity to celebrate the contributions and the challenges of their brothers and sisters with others their age.
Our March Madison Sibshop will be held at the Elver Park Neighborhood Center when we will have an morning of fun connection with other kids who ‘get it’.
Registration is $15 per participant, paid via credit card or check. Registration is required to attend, sign up today for a day of fun with Sibs! Please add your child’s information in the Participant Information section of the registration.
Please reach out to our office if you have any questions.
Here’s a chance to connect with other adult sibs while getting into a book on your reading list or a new read.
Any Sib may join from anywhere in Wisconsin. Books are chosen by participants and meetings are held once per month via Zoom.
Don’t always have time to read? Join us anyway. Be open to a world of PosSIBility!
My dying wish is for you to finish my bucket list. I refuse to die without knowing this list will be completed. And I refuse to die without knowing my family will be okay . . .
In the meantime, check out our closed WisconSibsREAD Facebook page.
Every year on April 10, the Siblings celebrate their special day.
We cheer for siblings, especially the sisters and brothers of people with disabilities. Celebrate today! In the words of countless sibs, “My sib helped make me who I am today”.
Come join us to explore the environment as Spring finds nature waking up after a long winter. Learn about the importance of local wetlands; find fish, frongs, turtles, and all kinds of hands-on activities for kids.
SAVE the DATE
Cost: $15/Sibshop participant
Registration required in advance.
It’s been four long years since our last Vegas Madness event and we’re more than ready to welcome you back for a great night for a great cause…you can bet on that!!
Proceeds support WisconSibs programs for children and teens growing up with siblings with autism and other developmental disabilities, mental health concerns, or long-term illnesses.
Interested in sponsoring Vegas Madness? CONTACT US
FREE! FAMILY-FRIENDLY! ACCESSIBLE! Oh, and did we mention, FREE?
More information about Kidz Expo
Would your business like to sponsor this event? (over 4000 people attended last year)
Would you like to exhibit? More information
Wings for Autism® event at Appleton International Airport (ATW) IS BACK!
This event is being held in partnership with Air Wisconsin, ATW, Autism Society of Greater WI, Fox Valley Autism Treatment Program, The Arc of Fond du lac and WisconSibs.
Wings for Autism® is an airport “rehearsal” specially designed for individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities and their families.
Wings for Autism® helps alleviate some of the stress that people with disabilities and their families experience when traveling by air. The program will provide families with the opportunity to participate in the entire airport experience by practicing entering the airport, obtaining boarding passes, going through security, and boarding an airplane. Wings for Autism® also gives airport, airline, TSA professionals and other personnel the opportunity to observe, interact, and deliver their services in a structured learning environment. Thousands of families from all over the country have taken part in these events.
“Traveling can be stressful for anyone, but for children and adults with developmental disabilities the process can be even more intimidating,” ATW Airport Director Abe Weber said. “I want traveling through Appleton International Airport to be a fun and exciting experience for everyone, so I’m proud to support The Arc along with Air Wisconsin and our local partnering agencies as they raise awareness through their “Wings For Autism® event.”
All individuals that will be participating in the Wings for Autism® event on April 20, 2024 at Appleton International Airport (ATW) need to register. There are 2 boarding times.
Participants are asked to arrive at the airport 60 minutes before boarding time to allow ample time to check-in and pass through security. Individuals 18 years old and over are required to bring a valid form of government-issued ID to be allowed through security.
Due to limited space, individuals with disabilities are allowed to have only one family member/support staff accompany them onto the airplane. However, up to five additional family members/support staff are welcome to attend the other portions of the event; they will just not be permitted to board the plane. All family members/support staff attending the event must provide the required information in the form below in order to obtain access into the airport.
If you have any questions or need assistance with completing registration, please contact Abram Weber at [email protected] or 920-832-5267.
WisconSibs will be providing Sibshop for children ages 8-12 who have siblings with autism and attending the WI Autism Conference being held at the Kalahari in Wisconsin Dells on April 27. WisconSibs Teen Sib Leaders will be leading the Sibshop along with trained WisconSibs Sibshop Facilitators. Go to WI Autism Conference for more information about registration. Teen Sibs interested in participating can contact [email protected]
This event will feature Sibshop activities and lots of fun reconnecting with other kids who have siblings with disabilities, long-term illnesses, or mental health conditions.
Teen Sib Leadership opportunity. Click to volunteer.
Sib Camp June 18-21 for Ages 12-16 at Devil’s Lake State Park*, Baraboo WI (sleeping in tents), $475/camper
This Sib Camp is 4 days, 3 nights of hiking, swimming, and much more. Guided by experienced Door County Adventure Center staff certified in education, ropes course, kayak, lifeguard, CPR and first aid. Siblings get to kick back and experience the freedom and thrill of adventure while sharing a great time with other Sibs who “get it”. This camp session features tent sleeping and is limited to 10 campers.
Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.
NOTE: Campers will meet at 3pm on June 18 at the lower Ice Age Trail Campground and should be picked up by 12pm on June 21.
Sib Camp – June 27-30 Ages 9-12 Potawatomi State Park, Door County (sleeping in tents) $475/camper
Great adventure for ages 9-12. 4 days, 3 nights hiking, biking**, swimming, paddling, and camping. Guided by experienced Door County Adventure Center staff certified in education, ropes course, kayak, lifeguard, CPR and first aid. Siblings get to kick back and experience the freedom and thrill of adventure while sharing a great time with other Sibs who “get it”.
Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Potawatomi State Park features sleeping in tents and is limited to 10 campers.
Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.
Who benefits from attending WisconSibs training?
Adult Sibs
Service providers
School and child care personnel
Therapists, health professionals
Current Sibshop facilitators looking to refresh their knowledge/skills
Teen Sib Leaders age 16 and older
This two-day Sibshop Facilitator training includes:
Questions? contact us
*Note: This is first-generation Sibshop training that allows trainees to start Sibshops in their own community or join the troupe of WisconSibs facilitators that will help expand the number of WisconSibs Sibshops offered throughout Wisconsin. Emily Holl, Director of the Sibling Support Project, will be the trainer.
If have received a WisconSibs Teen Sib Leadership Award, we invite you to join us for Teen Sib Leadership Day 2024!
We have partnered with JCC Rainbow Day camp to offer a day filled with new experiences to bring teen sibs together. We will spend time getting to know other teens and learning what makes a great leader. We will put those leadership skills to the test when we go through a mud run obstacle course (no worries if you aren’t super athletic, this course is for everyone). We will also get a chance to participate in archery, climb a rock wall and more. We’ll enjoy a simple picnic lunch, then cook out over a fire and enjoy some s’mores for dinner.
Location: JCC Rainbow Day Camp (W3985 Trails End Road Fredonia, WI 53021) Bus transportation from Appleton and Madison will be provided.
Date & Time: Monday, July 1st, 2024 from 10:00am-7:00pm
Teen Sib Leadership Day open to previous Teen Sib Leadership Award winners at no cost.
**To attend, you must be a new or previous recipient of the Teen Sibling Leadership Award and complete the Consent form. If you are not a current or previous Teen Sib Leadership Award winner, you should apply here before registering for Teen Sib Leadership Day.
For Sibs Ages 9-16 – Yurts
$525/camper
Zip line, kayak, and stand-up paddle boarding are just a few of the adventures at Sib Camp .
Join this 4-day (3-night) camping adventure in Door County. Campers will have a blast experiencing either Door County parks. Campers bike** and hike each day to explore this outdoor adventure camp.
As always, swimming, camp cooking, campfires and talking with other Sibs means lots of fun!
Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Wagon Trail features yurt (beds) sleeping and is limited to 14 campers.
** Camper brings their own bike.
Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.
This high energy day-camp for siblings ages 6-12 is held at Plamann Park just north of Appleton. Each day is packed with activities, including swimming, arts and crafts, hikes and hunts, games, carnival and playground fun. PLUS—siblings have the opportunity to share and celebrate the challenges and joys of being a sibling.
All campers start the first day at the Chris Brandt shelter. Older campers expand into their own shelter part of each day.
10am-3pm daily
Sign up for 3 or more days.
$200 per child
SibDays directors are trained WisconSibs Sibshop facilitators. Campers especially enjoy their teen and young adult small group leaders, many of whom also have siblings with special needs. Space is limited to 45 campers.
** Check with your case manager to learn if your county will pay some or all of the fee for this sibling respite program.
Plamann Park—1375 E Broadway Dr, Appleton: From
HWY 41, exit Ballard Rd., go north 2.2 miles, turn left on Broadway to park entrance. Follow signs to your WisconSibs event.
Registrations accepted on a first-come-first-served basis.
For Sibs Ages 13-16 – Yurts
$525 per camper
Zip line, kayak, and stand-up paddle boarding are just a few of the adventures at Sib Camp .
Join this 4-day (3-night) camping adventure in Door County. Campers will have a blast experiencing either Door County parks. Campers bike** and hike each day to explore this outdoor adventure camp.
As always, swimming, camp cooking, campfires and talking with other Sibs means lots of fun!
Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Wagon Trail features yurt (beds) sleeping and is limited to 14 campers.
** Camper brings their own bike.
Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.
For Sibs Ages 9-12 – Yurts
$525/camper
Zip line, kayak, and stand-up paddle boarding are just a few of the adventures at Sib Camp .
Join this 4-day (3-night) camping adventure in Door County. Campers will have a blast experiencing either Door County parks. Campers bike** and hike each day to explore this outdoor adventure camp.
As always, swimming, camp cooking, campfires and talking with other Sibs means lots of fun!
Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Wagon Trail features yurt (beds) sleeping and is limited to 14 campers.
** Camper brings their own bike.
Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.
Every year on April 10, the Siblings celebrate their special day.
We cheer for siblings, especially the sisters and brothers of people with disabilities. Celebrate today! In the words of countless sibs, “My sib helped make me who I am today”.