Events Calendar
Mar
13
Wed
Rating: NR
Genre: Documentary
Release: 2018
Duration: 70
INTELLIGENT LIVES stars three pioneering young American adults with intellectual disabilities – Micah, Naieer, and Naomie – who challenge perceptions of intelligence as they navigate high school, college, and the workforce. Academy Award-winning actor and narrator Chris Cooper contextualizes the lives of these central characters through the emotional personal story of his son Jesse, as the film unpacks the shameful and ongoing track record of intelligence testing in the U.S.
INTELLIGENT LIVES challenges what it means to be intelligent, and points to a future in which people of all abilities can fully participate in higher education, meaningful employment and intimate relationships.
See more information and get tickets at https://gathr.us/screening/26990
Nov
14
Sat
In collaboration with the Building for Kids Children’s Museum in downtown Appleton, WisconSibs is offering a unique and safe in-person Sibshop opportunity.
Join us for an Exhibit Exploration Session for the whole household with a pull-out Sibshop for sibs!
With this very special Exhibit Exploration event, households with a child with disabilities and their siblings will be able to register for 90 minutes of exclusive access to one of four exhibit groupings in the museum, meaning they will be the only ones playing on those exhibits.
Not only that, but the Sibs in each household may attend a fun, socially-distant Sibshop session in the large classroom while parents and child(ren) with disabilities continue their exploration in their Exhibit area.
FREE admission for eligible families (have a child with disabilities and at least one sibling of that child ages 6-12). Register at the Building for Kids.
November 14, 2020 10:30-Noon
– Choose your exhibit during registration. Options include:
Dec
12
Sat
Dec 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
CLICK TO REGISTERJan
23
Sat
In collaboration with the Urban Air Adventure Park, WisconSibs is offering a unique and safe in-person Sibshop opportunity for kids 6-12 who have a sibling with a disability.
Join us for a very special event – just for WisconSibs Sibshop participants! We will have Urban Air all to ourselves for 2 hours to connect with other Sibshoppers AND play in the Adventure Park!!!
Lots and lots of space for social distancing. Urban Air staff to keep things clean. Sibshop facilitators and volunteers to make it fun and comfortable for siblings.
FREE admission for WisconSibs Sibshop participants, thanks to a grant from the SAC Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
Saturday, January 23, 2021 9 am – 11 am (Park opens to the public at 11 am)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Teen Sib Leaders interested in volunteering should contact Brittany or contact us.
Mar
13
Sat
NOTE: CHANGE OF DATE FROM MARCH 20 TO MARCH 13
In collaboration with the Urban Air Adventure Park, WisconSibs is offering a unique and safe in-person Sibshop opportunity for kids 6-12 who have a sibling with a disability.
Join us for a very special event – just for WisconSibs Sibshop participants! We will have Urban Air all to ourselves for 2 hours to connect with other Sibshoppers AND play in the Adventure Park!!!
Lots and lots of space for social distancing. Urban Air staff to keep things clean. Sibshop facilitators and volunteers to make it fun and comfortable for siblings.
FREE admission for WisconSibs Sibshop participants, thanks to a grant from the SAC Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
NEW DATE: Sat, March 13, 2021 9 am – 11 am (Park opens to the public at 11 am)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Teen Sib Leaders interested in volunteering should contact Brittany or contact us.
Apr
12
Mon
Wondering about the annual K.I.T.E. Conference? Wonder no more. We’re moving it to Zoom and offering it as a FREE four-part learning series focusing on emerging from COVID-19 with Knowledge, Independence, Togetherness, and Empowerment.
This FREE four-part, four-week series is brought to you by SOAR Fox Cities, WisconSibs and The Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin.
Each session features experts discussing everything from self-care to staying connected, to what needs to be in your“transition suitcase” to embracing resilience & acceptance of “what is” and being hopeful of “what can be.”
Click for a full description of each session.
Click for details |
Apr
17
Sat
In collaboration with the Building for Kids Children’s Museum in downtown Appleton, WisconSibs is offering a unique and safe in-person Sibshop opportunity.
Join us for an Exhibit Exploration Session for the whole household with a pull-out Sibshop for Sibs!
With this very special Exhibit Exploration event, households with a child with disabilities and their siblings will be able to register for 90 minutes of exclusive access to one of four exhibit groupings in the museum, meaning they will be the only ones playing on those exhibits.
Not only that, but the Sibs in each household may attend a fun, socially-distant Sibshop session in the large classroom while parents and child(ren) with disabilities continue their exploration in their Exhibit area.
FREE admission for eligible families (have a child with disabilities and at least one sibling of that child ages 6-12). Register at the Building for Kids.
Two dates in 2021:
February 6, 2021 10:30-Noon
April 17, 2021 10:30-Noon
– Choose your exhibit when you register. Options include:
May
8
Sat
Sibshop at Circles of Life
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities. This event brings together families and the providers who support them to learn, connect, and become more knowledgeable about programs and services for their children.
To learn more about the conference go to CirclesofLifeConference.com
Sibshop offered to siblings ages 8-12
WisconSibs offers Sibshop for attendees who are 8-12 years old and have a sibling with developmental disabilities.
Sibshops are celebrations of the many contributions made by sisters and brothers of kids with special health or developmental needs.
This special Zoom Sibshop takes place Saturday, May 8 at 10:00 am. It is for kids ages 8-12 who have siblings with disabilities and have registered for the virtual Circles of Life conference.
At Sibshop kids will meet other kids who share the challenges and joys of having a sibling with disabilities. Of course, like all Sibshops, this one will be sprinkled with lots of fun stuff like games, scavenger hunts, and even Pokemon!
Register for the COL conference first to get link to register for COL Zoom Sibshop.
REGISTERED SIBSHOP PARTICIPANTS – DOWNLOAD AND PRINT ACTIVITY PAGES No need to complete this activity in advance. Bring markers to Sibshop so we can do the activity together.
Sep
18
Sat
This Sibshop kicks off the 2021-2022 season for WisconSibs Sibshops in the Northeast Wisconsin.
The outdoor 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. Parents: drop off your sibling child at 1 pm and return with your family between 3 pm – 4 pm for some family fun and networking with other families.
It takes place at the Small Shelter inside Plamann Park at 1375 E Broadway Dr., Appleton. (Same location as SibDays for older campers.)
Advance registration required. Limit: 15 Sibshop participants. TO REGISTER, CLICK
Watch for more details about this Sibshop and Sibshops planned for October, November, and December 2021.
Teen Sib Leadership opportunity. Click to volunteer.
Oct
30
Sat
October Sibshop
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. Bring your mask and wear a costume.
Advance registration required. Limit: 15 Sibshop participants. TO REGISTER, CLICK
Watch for more details about future 2021-2022 Sibshops.
Teen Sib Leadership opportunity. Click to volunteer.
Dec
11
Sat
Click to REGISTER NOW FOR SANTA CELEBRATION
“Santa Celebration” is designed for families who have children with special needs and their siblings of any age. The event begins at 9:00 am and continues until 11:30 am. Families may come/leave any time and also may schedule a specific time slot to visit Santa, helping them avoid long lines and giving children more time to play and parents relax. Volunteer Santa Helpers available to assist with children.
Activities during the event include: Cookie decorating, games, crafts, face painting, fun in the outdoor Santa’s courtyard, letters to Santa, breakfast treats, hot and cold beverages, and much, much more!
$10 for adults. Children are free.
May
12
Thu
May 12 @ 9:00 am – May 13 @ 12:00 pm
Sibshop for ages 8-17 at Circles of Life conference
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities. This event brings together families and the providers who support them to learn, connect, and become more knowledgeable about programs and services for their children.
This year’s conference will be held on May 12–13, 2022. You can attend
either in person or remotely (online). Attend in Person The conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The Holiday Inn is holding some rooms for conference attendees who want to stay at the hotel. We recommend making hotel reservations early.
To learn more about the conference go to CirclesofLifeConference.com
Sibshop offered to siblings ages 8-12
WisconSibs offers Sibshop for attendees who are 8-12 years old and have a sibling with developmental disabilities.
Sibshops are celebrations of the many contributions made by sisters and brothers of kids with special health or developmental needs.
This special Zoom Sibshop takes place Saturday, May 12 from 9 am – noon. It is for kids ages 8-12 who have siblings with disabilities and have registered for the Circles of Life conference.
At Sibshop kids will meet other kids who share the challenges and joys of having a sibling with disabilities. Of course, like all Sibshops, lots of fun! For registration information, visit https://www.circlesoflifeconference.com/sibshop/
Jul
27
Wed
We invite all WisconSibs children and their siblings with disabilities to walk
in the Appleton Children’s Parade on Wednesday, July 27.
The parade begins at the Building for Kids/Houdini Plaza. Be there by 5:50 pm.
College Avenue is closed off so parade has the whole street.
Parade ends at City Park for a Randy Petersen concert, Food Truck Rally, and fun!!
IMPORTANT: If you want your children to participate, please let Mathilde know. Plan to be at the Building for Kids by 5:50 pm to be ready to go.
Families can walk together. Wear a costume if you want, ride a human powered vehicle, or carry one of our signs. Whatever makes it fun for you.
Nov
12
Sat
Because you have shared in the successes of WisconSibs, we invite you and your guest(s) to join us for
Celebrating WisconSibs!
An evening to Salute our past. Secure our future.
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Bubolz Nature Preserve
4815 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, WI 54913
5:00 – 6:00 pm
Social Hour | Cash Bar | Music
6:00 pm
Dinner – Family Style
7:00 pm
Program – Emcee Bill Jartz
Saluting our Past. Securing our future.
(and recognizing Harriet’s retirement)
Live Auction |Raffle prize drawings |Dessert Reception
9:30 pm
Last Call
Tickets: $75 each Table of 10: $700
Limit of 200 seats available.
Dress: Snappy casual or wear your FVSSN or WisconSibs t-shirt.
Don’t have one? 25th Anniversary shirts will be available for purchase.
More information and Make Reservations
Dec
10
Sat
“Santa Celebration” is designed for families who have children with special needs and their siblings of any age. The event takes place from 9:00 am to 11:30 am.
Families may come/leave any time and also may schedule a specific time slot to visit Santa, helping them avoid long lines and giving children more time to play and parents relax. Volunteer Santa Helpers available to assist with children.
Activities during the event include: Cookie decorating, games, crafts, face painting, fun in the outdoor Santa’s courtyard, letters to Santa, breakfast treats, hot and cold beverages, and much, much more!
$10 for adults. Children are free. Registration REQUIRED.
Jan
7
Sat
Join us for Sibshop at the Building for Kids!
What would it be like to use a robot to help you get ready for school? or make your lunch? or play with you after school? Siblings of children with disabilities ages 6-12 are invited to join this Sibshop and learn about robots and how they help us. Sibshop games, a craft, and snacks are all included for Sibs participating in Sibshop at the Building for Kids Children’s Museum.
In addition, each family will receive a free day-pass to use at the museum that afternoon until closing. (Supervision for Sibshop participants only provided from Noon – 3 pm. Families are responsible for other children. Museum closes at 4 pm.)
Cost: $15/Sibshop participant
Registration required in advance.
To register your Sibshop participant, CLICK HERE.
May
11
Thu
Sibshop for ages 8-12 at Circles of Life conference
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities. This event brings together families and the providers who support them to learn, connect, and become more knowledgeable about programs and services for their children.
This year’s conference will be held on May 11-12, 2023. WisconSibs will be offering a Sibshop on Thursday, May 11 from 9 am – noon.
To learn more about the conference go to CirclesofLifeConference.com
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