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Hitting the Road Safely This Spring Break

2012-03-02T11:01:00.000-06:00

Spring break is a great time to relax and reconnect with your children. Thinking about jumping in the car and seeing the sights? Here’s what you need to know before you head out. Be up-to-date on vaccines. While flu season may seem miles away, it’s still possible to come down with this virus during the early spring. If traveling outside the country, consult with your primary care physician about

Insight Into Your Baby's Vision

2012-03-02T10:58:00.002-06:00

Stay focused on your baby’s eye health to ensure he or she can see the big picture. Read on to learn if your infant might have a vision problem. Read more

Sharing Supper-Juneau County

2012-02-17T14:37:00.000-06:00

"Hunger in the River Cities"-South Wood County

2012-02-17T11:27:00.000-06:00

This video entitled “Hunger in the River Cities” includes local statistics about hunger in south Wood County and interviews with various agencies, including United Way of Inner Wisconsin. The story was filed and produced by River Cities Community Access.

FREE Tax Help-Wisconsin Rapids

2012-02-13T14:15:00.001-06:00

Area Events-Wisconsin Rapids

2012-02-10T15:46:00.001-06:00

Fri, February 10 2:00 PM Sweetheart’s Show—Featuring the Cody Clauson Trio Join the Trio for a special Valentine’s Day show. Not only a great show for sweethearts, but for everyone! Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre, Wisconsin Rapids, WI General Admission: $15 Stop in and visit our Historic Barn Theatre at W13412 County Road CC, Coloma, WI 54930 (715)228-2951 E-mail: brittney@

Bathing Basics for Baby

2012-02-10T14:02:00.000-06:00

For new moms and dads, bathing your baby can be a fun yet challenging task. Before you begin your baby’s bath, collect the following items and place them in the room where you will be bathing your baby: Blankets or towels Fragrance-free baby soap Fresh, clean clothes Infant bathtub filled with 2 to 3 inches of water. New diaper Soft, baby washcloth Unscented baby shampoo Sponge Baths To

February PIER(Parents Information and Education Resource) Events

2012-02-02T08:29:00.000-06:00

"Parenting with Love and Logic" WRPS Now -Tuesdays until 2/21 -715- 424-6777. ----------------------------------------- 2/2 Autism Society of Central Wisconsin 6:30 PM. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive - Wausau Erin Junemann and Chasidy Lukis from WEAP. Don’t forget we are offering scholarships to the ASW Spring conference again this year. autismsocietycw@gmail.com if you are

Marshfield Area Parent Network Healthy Relationships Dinner-Wood County

2012-02-01T09:38:00.002-06:00

Parents, youth, and community members are invited to attend the MAPN Healthy Relationships Dinner. Topic: Healthy Relationships Join us to learn more about signs that indicate your child might not be in a health relationship with their friends or significant others. Hear more about local trends related to dating violence, family cycles of abuse and clinical trends. Guest Teri Heinzen, Youth

The Secret Life of Girls

2012-02-01T09:23:00.001-06:00

AODA Issues and Our Kids-Clark County

2012-01-25T15:59:00.000-06:00

What are You Kids Doing With Their Spare Time? Do You Really Know?! Sue does... Sue Nowak, AODA Prevention Specialist Sue Nowak, respectfully known in the Wausau area as "The Drug Lady" is in touch with today's youth and knows what is happening " on the streets." She will share with you what kids are into, how to recognize the signs of Alcohol and Drug Abuse and what to do if you suspect

Homestead Tax Help-Taylor County

2012-01-25T15:49:00.001-06:00

Call 715-748-1487 for an appointment.

2012-01-19T11:45:00.000-06:00

Red Cross Offers Winter Weather Safety Steps Friday, January 13, 2012 — Winter is making a comeback across the country from the Pacific Northwest to New England with snow and below normal temperatures expected in much of the United States over the weekend. The American Red Cross has steps people can take to remain safe during the latest onslaught of winter, and urges people in unaffected

Support Groups-Juneau County

2012-01-19T10:57:00.000-06:00

Alcoholics Anonymous - Juneau County AA is a support group or anyone who has the desire to stop drinking. There are no dues and attendance is confidential. The following locations offer support for AA & AL-ANON (Separate meetings): • Mauston - Monday - 7:30 p.m.; Wed - 1:00pm, City Hall, • 303 Mansion Street Hess Memorial Hospital • New Lisbon - Monday - 10:00am; Tuesday - 7:00pm; Thursday

"Taking Care of You" Powerful Tools for Caregiving

2012-01-17T12:01:00.001-06:00

Support Groups & Meetings-Wisconsin Rapids

2012-01-17T11:19:00.000-06:00

Blind & Visually Impaired Persons (VIP’s) 2nd Monday of each month Lowell Senior Center, 10:30 a.m. Contact Carol at 715-424-1495 for more info Diabetic Support Last Tuesday of each month Riverview Hospital, 7:00 p.m. Contact Linda at 715-421-7566 for more info Alzheimer’s Support Group 2nd Thursday of each month Aging & Disability Resource Center, 9:30 a.m. Contact Tami at 421-

Support Groups & Meetings-Marshfield

2012-01-17T11:11:00.003-06:00

Diabetic Support 4th Tuesday of each month St. Joseph’s Hospital Diabetes Class Room, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Contact Kristene at 715-387-7255 for more info Alzheimer’s Support Group Last Thursday of each month Wesley United Methodist Church Respite Room, 205 E. 3rd St. 7 - 9 p.m., free respite care Contact Tanya 715-652-2103 for more info Compassionate Friend 2nd Thursday of each

Upcoming PIER Events-Wood County

2012-01-16T15:13:00.000-06:00

1/16 Nekoosa School District - & CDRC "coffee"- 10:00 a.m. - Nekoosa Public Library 1/17 Msfld Dance - January 17th call Janice Moen if you have questions. 715 387-4408 1/17 Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools "Parenting with Love and Logic" McMillan Public Library ANY interested parent should contact... Tessa, Barb, or Nou - at 715- 424-6777. 1/19

Basic Budgeting Class-Clark County

2012-01-16T11:25:00.001-06:00

UW-Extension Office is offering a basic budgeting class. The three-week course will teach you: basic budgeting skills how to manage your money prepare a budget learn about ways to save money Click here for more information.

Support Groups - Juneau County

2011-08-03T17:43:00.001-05:00

Mile Bluff Medical Center is offering the following Support Groups in August: AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP - For more information, call 608-847-1285. This group offers support services to families of children with autism. · Tuesday, August 16, 7 pm, Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston AA GROUP - For more information, call 608-847-6878, or call the AA Hotline at 608-222-8989.

Working Together - Mental Health Caregiving Conference - Wood County

2011-08-03T17:40:00.000-05:00

Healthy People Wood County Mental Health Implementation Team is hosting a conference in October 21 on behaviors associated with developmental disabilities, mental illness and dementia. It is open to the public. The targeted audience for the conference is anyone who works in any setting beside special needs clients, or trains staff in direct client care. Click on photo for a full

Child Health Check - Juneau County

2011-08-03T17:22:00.007-05:00