Events Calendar
Mar
1
Wed
2023 Sibs Are My Peeps
Photo Challenge
Grab a couple packages of Peeps, a box, some glue, a little paper or decorations, and you’ve got fun for an afternoon.
HOW TO ENTER and SEND YOUR PHOTOS
The theme this year is “Festival of Peeps”. The contest runs from March 1 to March 31, 2023.
More information and see entries from previous years visit https://wisconsibs.org/what-we-offer/sibs-are-my-peeps/
Finished your entry and ready to show us?
Download entry form. Email the form and 2 photos to [email protected]
Mar
8
Wed
Book Club for adult Sibs!
Join other adults who have siblings with disabilities for this new book club designed just for you.
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 will be chosen by participants and meetings are expected to be held once per month via Zoom.
Don’t always have time to read? Join us anyway and read when you can (or use it as extra encouragement to make time to read.) Be open to a world of posSIBility!
https://bit.ly/wisconsibsREAD
(note: case sensitivity)
Upcoming Book Club Discussion
March 8, 2023 7:15 PM
– Book this month –
TBD
In the meantime, check out our closed WisconSibsREAD Facebook page.
Mar
25
Sat
Workshop #2 of Journey Forward
This is the part 2 of the 2-part Journey Forward program. It is open to adult Sibs and their guests who attended Workshop #1 or would like a refresher after having attended any Journey Forward workshop in the past.
Topics will include:
- Letter of Intent progress and how to use it to get what you and your sibling with disabilities need and want.
- Housing for people with disabilities – Assessing needs and interests, options and challenges
- Employment Options or Day Program options – Assessing skills, interests, and navigating local options.
Who benefits from Journey Forward workshops? Directed at adults who have a sibling with developmental disabilities or long-term illnesses, the journey ultimately benefits you AND your sibling with disabilities AND others in your family, even your community. You may already be in a care giving role or expect to in the future. This program helps you clarify your role as a sibling, get the planning tools to move forward, and connect with other siblings and local resources that will impact your future.
Journey Forward has one main goal— to help you as an adult sibling move forward with peace of mind.
When you are finished with both workshop sessions, you will have a written document which describes your sibling’s desired future living arrangement, community role, and lifestyle preferences. You will have a plan that includes practical directions and information for maintaining continuity in your sibling’s daily life and needed supports to achieve these outcomes. Some call this peace of mind.
This is the second session of a two-session program. Adult siblings are encouraged to invite parents, siblings (including any with disabilities), and other family members as their guests. The program includes all materials and lunch for adult siblings and their guests (spouse, other siblings, parents, and any other significant members of their family or team) for both sessions.
If you wish to register yourself, your sibling, or your parents or you have questions about Journey Forward in general, contact us at the WisconSibs office.
Apr
10
Mon
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
13
Thu
Book Club for adult Sibs!
Join other adults who have siblings with disabilities for this new book club designed just for you.
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 will be chosen by participants and meetings are expected to be held once per month via Zoom.
Don’t always have time to read? Join us anyway and read when you can (or use it as extra encouragement to make time to read.) Be open to a world of posSIBility!
https://bit.ly/wisconsibsREAD
(note: case sensitivity)
Upcoming Book Club Discussion
April 13, 2023 7:15 PM
– Book this month –
TBD
In the meantime, check out our closed WisconSibsREAD Facebook page.
Apr
15
Sat
FREE! FAMILY-FRIENDLY! ACCESSIBLE!
Visit our WisconSibs display and vote for your favorite Sibs Are My Peeps display.
More information about Kidz Expo
Apr
22
Sat
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 KI Convention Center in Green Bay on April 22. WisconSibs Teen Sib Leaders will be leading the Sibshop along with trained WisconSibs Sibshop Facilitators. To sign up, visit the WI Autism Conference registration
Jun
9
Fri
Sibshop Facilitator Training (First Generation)
Who benefits from attending WisconSibs training?
Siblings age 16 and older of people with disabilities
Family members
Service providers
School and child care personnel
Therapists, health professionals
Current Sibshop facilitators looking to refresh their knowledge; gain new insight
This two-day Sibshop Facilitator training includes:
- Review of sibling concerns across the life span and strategies that work to address them.
- Panel discussion with adult siblings
- Goals and operation of WisconSibs Sibshop
- Sibshop basics, facilitator agreement
- Demonstration Sibshop
- and more
Questions? We are happy to answer any question. Just 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.
Jun
17
Sat
WisconSibs is excited to see your family at the Butterfly Festival. Visit our WisconSibs table for fun activities and prizes.
More information and registration at foxcitiesbutterflyfestival.com/registration/why-register
Jun
21
Wed
INVITATION ONLY
New and previous winners of the Teen Sib Leadership Award are invited to this leadership training event. For details about applying for a Teen Sib Leadership Award click here.
Teen Sib Leadership Day takes place at Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve.
more details to come
Jun
24
Sat
Join us for Sibshop at the Henry Vilas Zoo – Madison
What could be more fun than a Sibshop at the Zoo? This Sibshop includes a special live animal program called Animal Encounters. Plus a private viewing of the polar bear exhibit. PLUS a pizza party for the humans!
Registration required. Space limited.
MORE DETAILS and REGISTRATION to come.
Apr
10
Wed
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Thu
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Fri
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Sat
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Mon
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Tue
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Wed
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
Apr
10
Thu
IT’S NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY!
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”.
Celebrate by making a paper crown, taking a photo, and posting on social media with the hashtag #happysiblingsday #wisconsibs
DOWNLOAD PAPER CROWN TO COLOR AND WEAR
Share a photo of you and your sibling(s) on our Facebook page @WisconSibs.
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