From the Dunn County ADRC Facebook page .

Helping young children manage their feelings can be rough. To support those working on the front lines of childcare, UW–Madison Extension and Thriving Wisconsin are hosting a hands-on workshop this May. The workshop, titled "Emotion Regulation in Action,"  is designed for local teachers and daycare providers. Attendees will walk away with simple, science-based tools to help kids stay calm, build confidence, and navigate "big emotions" throughout the day. “Every day, childcare

Reliable childcare is a workforce and economic development issue that directly affects a business’s ability to hire and retain employees. This session brings together topic experts from UW-Extension, local childcare providers, program facilitators, and statewide childcare association leaders to examine childcare as essential economic infrastructure, using Dunn County data and real-world examples to illustrate its impact. Moving beyond problem awareness, the conversation will

Planning for the end of life to make things easier for your family? Join us for the 7-session Planning Ahead course! Learn more HERE . From the UW-Extension Human Development Institute Facebook page .

Dunn County Emergency Management is hosting a SKYWARN class on April 22 at 7 pm in the upper level of the Dunn County Judicial Center. This class will be led by staff from the National Weather Service and is a great opportunity to learn how to identify and report severe weather in our area. Whether you are a weather enthusiast or simply want to help keep your community safe, this training is open to all. Dunn County Emergency Management Dunn County Judicial Center 615 Stokke

Would You Like Your 4-7 Year Old Children to Think a Bit More Before Acting?  Local University of Wisconsin-Madison – Division of Extension family educators will be offering an online six-session course called Raising a Thinking Child  this spring. Your choice of AM or PM classes. Registry Credit is available to early childhood educators.  Parents and educators can use refreshingly simple techniques to help children with decision-making and communication skills which are show

With cattle prices at record highs, margins remain tight and good management is critical to successful cattle finishing. Join UW Madison Extension Regional Educators and  Specialists for a workshop addressing timely topics, including silage management,  market outlook, and tools to help decision-making.   Topics and presenters are as follows:   Optimizing corn silage quality : harvest to feeding , Dr. Luiz Ferraretto, Ruminant  Nutrition Extension Specialist, will lead a disc

Life can be tough, but you don't have to handle stress alone. This spring, University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension is offering a free online class called WeCOPE  to help adults in our community feel better and stay positive. WeCOPE (which stands for Connecting with Our Positive Emotions ) is a 6-week program that teaches simple, proven ways to lower stress and improve health. Instead of just talking about problems, this class focuses on "pro-tips" for your brain—like how to

What will you learn at the Healthy Water Summit? The summit will cover a wide range of topics impacting our local water resources, including:  • PFAS and other emerging contaminants  • Groundwater, aquifers, and soil health  • Nutrient and nitrogen management  • Water conservation at home and on the landscape  • Protecting water quality through community and student involvement Hear from UW–Madison faculty, Extension educators, local conservation departments, and public healt

Join UW Stout Continuing Education for a hands-on course where you can build two classic games from scratch inside the [UW-Stout Fab Lab]( https://www.uwstout.edu/.../corporate-relations.../fab-lab ). You will get hands-on access to digital fabrication tools, including laser cutters, 3D printers, mini mills, and routers. By the end of this course, you will be trained on the equipment so you can explore using the Fab Lab in the future. Cost is $149; more information and link t

Join our next Resilient Co‑Parenting session to learn practical ways to support your teen while co‑parenting from separate households. March 5 7-8 p.m. Zoom; register HERE . From the Extension Dunn County Facebook page .

Join us at your Menomonie Fleet Farm for a FREE Live Chick Seminar! Get tips, tricks and learn everything you need to know to start raising your own chicks right at home. Plus, all attendees will be entered into a raffle for a $100 Fleet Farm Gift Card! Learn more on our events page HERE . From the Facebook event page .

The UW-Stout Continuing Education is offering a hands-on course where you can build two classic games from scratch inside the UW-Stout Fab Lab . This is the first of several courses we are offering that will take you into UW-Stout's labs and studios, giving you a unique chance to get inside these state-of-the-art spaces and see what is possible. We want to empower you to turn your ideas into reality. You will get hands-on access to digital fabrication tools, including laser c

Join us for free quarterly trainings to increase your skills as a caregiver. From the Dunn County ADRC Facebook page .

Ready for spring to get out and get moving? We’ve got you covered with 2 fun opportunities! Walk & Talk Book Club Menomonie in Motion Class Walk & Talk Book Club Led by Library Director Joleen Sterk, this book club will get us out on the trail walking and in the library talking about the book, “Be Where Your Feet Are” by Scott O’Neil. Feb 25, March 4, March 11, & March 18 from 5:30-6:30 registration for the book club is not required (but IS required for Menomonie in Motion) F

Feeling stressed? Looking for simple ways to build more positivity into your day? Join our WeCOPE: Connecting with Our Positive Emotions – Lunch & Learn Series, an evidence-based program designed to help adults manage stress, boost positive feelings, and build healthy habits.  Tuesdays | March 31–May 5  12:00–1:00 PM  Six virtual sessions Learn practical tools like mindfulness, gratitude, emotional awareness, and self-compassion — all during your lunch hour! The course is fre

Are you a caregiver for an individual with dementia? Providing care for a loved one with dementia can be a heavy responsibility. We invite you to join us in reading 'Loving Someone Who Has Dementia' by Pauline Boss, PhD and engaging in a group discussion to explore the numerous challenges that accompany this vital role. To register contact Amy Luther at 715-273-6780 or email amy.luther@pierce.wi.us . From the Pierce County ADRC Facebook page .

We’re here to help you find your family roots! Syliva Tiala (UW Stout professor) offers genealogy help sessions on the 1st Saturday of each month from 9-11am in the small meeting room. If that time doesn’t work for you, contact Sylvia to schedule an appointment at tialasyl@gmail.com From the Menomonie Public Library Facebook page.

Need a reason to get out and get moving during these dark days of winter? Look no further! Menomonie Theater Guild is proud to present an Introduction to Musical Theater Dance happening live at the MTG studio for six weeks, beginning January 27th. Led by the amazing Alex Hall, choreographer for MTG's recent production of White Christmas, this class will be a fun introduction to the world of musical theater dance and a great way to get out in the community. ALL (ages 13 and up