February News from CCR&R

February 2026

The CCR&R office will be closed on February 16th for a federal holiday

CCR&R Fairy Tale Ball

The Fairy Tale Ball is just a few weeks away!

Join us for a enchanted night of dancing, magical surprises, and meeting your favorite fairy tale characters and superheroes!

All ages are welcome! Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at door. All attendees age 2 and over must have a purchased ticket

🎨 Face painting, balloon art, games, dancing and music
📸 Photo booth opportunities and a magic photo mirror
🍭 Kid-Friendly food and refreshments
Amazing raffle baskets donated by local businesses
Every child will leave with a goody bag!

Buy Tickets Online HERE

*Paper tickets are also available to purchase at the CCR&R office during regular business hours

CAN YOU HELP?

Volunteers are still needed to help with the Fairy Tale Ball in some time slots in areas like supervising childrens' activities, helping with registration table, and clean up after the event is over.

View the Sign up Genius Link HERE for shifts available

CCR&R Annual Conference-

Be Amazing: From Stressed to Joyful

CCR&R welcomes participants to join nationally recognized inspirational speaker and author, Erin Ramsey, for an uplifting and empowering journey that will help take you from stressed to joyful.

Gain the essential tools to prioritize your well-being, live inspired, and truly thrive while making your most amazing contributions to others.

Please note: this event is NOT limited to only child care providers. All individuals in a caregiving role are invited to attend!

Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026

Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (1 hour lunch break)

Location: Fox Valley Technical College, 1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton

Cost: $40 per person for early registrations on or before March 1st

A light breakfast, catered lunch, and Erin Ramsey book will be provided at no extra cost.

Registration after March 1st will increase to $50.

Melissa Gutche, MelMT licensed massage therapist, will be present at the CCR&R conference again this year for chair massages. For information on her services visit https://melmt.square.site/

Leadership and Teacher Events

Child Care Leadership Support Group:

February 11th from 12:00-1:30

Join virtually or in person at the CCR&R office

February Topic: Open Forum

Pre-registration is recommended but not required. Register online HERE

CCR&R’s Child Care Leadership Support Group is designed specifically for leadership team members in group or family child care programs operating in Waupaca, Outagamie, Winnebago, Calumet, Manitowoc, Green Lake, Fond du Lac, and Sheboygan Counties.

"Puzzles & Pizza" Teacher event coming in March 2026! Find more details HERE

Upcoming Training Opportunities

New Beginnings:

Supporting Refugee Children & Families

This training helps early childhood professionals build a deeper understanding of the refugee experience and learn to support and partner with families in ways that honor their strengths, stories, and cultures.

Date: March 2nd, 2026

Time: 6:00-7:00 pm

Location: CCR&R Office, Kimberly

Cost: FREE

This training is made possible at no cost to child care providers by funds from the Bureau of Refugee Programs “Child Care Resource & Referral” grant.

Positive Guidance and Supervision

Participants will learn how to implement appropriate practices to supervise children in their care and utilize child tracking procedures. In addition, participants will learn how to positively guide children's behavior and create a safe and effective classroom environment.

Date: March 4th, 2026

Time: 6:00-9:00 pm

Location: Virtual

Cost: $15

Registry Hours: 3

CPR/AED Training

Dates for CPR/AED

Saturday, February 14th from 8:00-11:00 am
Tuesday, February 17th from 6:00-9:00 pm

Training includes: CPR for Adult, Child and Infant, Use of AED & Emergency Care for Choking. Meets state of Wisconsin license requirements. Training valid for two years.

Cost: $25 per person

Dates for Pediatric First Aid

Saturday, February 28th from 8:00- 11:00 am

Training includes: adult and pediatric CPR, use of AED, and emergency care for choking. Training valid for 2 years. Cost: $25 per person

All trainings are IN PERSON

Location: CCR&R Kimberly

How to Register: Call/Text/Email instructor with name and date you would like to attend.

Call Joni Kerwin 920-231-7825 or email jlk_at_home@yahoo.com. Pre-registration required, no walk-ins!

Payment needs to be cash or check provided on the night/day of training.

Credit Cards or invoicing will NOT be accepted.

Little Learners Playgroups at the Chilton Public Library

CCR&R invites you to join us for twice monthly playgroups at the Chilton Public Library!

Playgroups will take place from 10:15 to 11:15 am every second and fourth Thursday of the month starting February 26, 2026.

Families can enjoy free open play, play-based learning activities, and time to connect with other parents and caregivers.

Registration is not required but is appreciated to help us plan for attendance. Register online HERE

Upcoming dates: Feb 26, March 12, March 26, April 9, April 23

Calumet County Diaper Drop

The next diaper drop will be February 19th, 2026 at the Brillion Community Center (120 Center St.) from 3:30-6:00 pm.

Diaper Pre-Registration: While registration is not required, families are encouraged to pre-register to help ensure the right diaper sizes are available. We also have feminine hygiene products and adult sized Depends available.

Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) is a partner of the Kimberly-Clark Eastern Wisconsin Diaper Bank, which makes this monthly distribution possible. No income requirements necessary. You do not need to live in Calumet Co.to be eligible to pick up diapers.

In Case of Inclement Weather:

If the Brillion School District is closed, the diaper drop at the community center will be cancelled and we will provide two packs of diapers at the next monthly drop date.

Additional Community Resources

The Building for Kids and Bridges are seeking advice from childcare professionals and families who have children in childcare or recently had children in childcare. They are surveying both groups to gain understanding and perspective from those closest to the childcare system to address the root causes of challenges in the regulated childcare system through the development of a play-first care mode.

If you are a childcare professional, please complete this survey: Advice from Early Childcare Professionals – Fill out form

If you are a parent or caregiver with children currently receiving care in a childcare setting or recently had children in care, please complete this survey: Advice from Parents & Caregivers – Fill out form

Fox Valley Literacy Council is looking for volunteers to assist with child care while their parents are learning various literacy skills. Mondays-Thursdays, from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. and from 4 p.m.-7 p.m.

Find more details here: Urgent Need for Childcare Volunteers | Get Connected - Volunteer Fox Cities

Child Care Resource & Referral

1001 W. Kennedy Ave, Suite A Kimberly, WI 54136

800.749. KIDS or 920-886-1211