PLAYGROUPS
Join us for engaging and fun playgroups designed for children ages 0-5! Held at our OFS Playroom at 4922 Columbia Road, Cedarburg, these playgroups provide a welcoming space for little ones to explore, play, and socialize while parents and caregivers connect.
Location & Entry:
Feel free to park in the rear of the building and enter through the back door for easy access.
Come play, learn, and grow with us!
Let's Play to Learn
All times are 9:30-10:30 am
Where? 4922 Columbia Road, Cedarburg
October 20th
0-5 year olds
Silly Songs with Mr. Smith
October 29th
0-5 year olds
Halloween Fun - Activities, crafts and trick or treating
November 11th
1-2 year olds
Sensory Music and Movement
December TBD
0-5 year olds
Santa
Learn ways to stimulate your child’s learning and creativity through these fun, play based workshops. They provide great bonding time as parent/caregiver and child will participate together. All sessions are planned for the specific ages listed. Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff. Registration closes 2 business days before each session so register early! Limited free childcare available for children outside designated age group.
Register below!
Playgroups
All times are 9:30-10:30 am
For parents/caregivers and children ages birth - 5
Fall Playgroups
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October 17th
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November 6th
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November 21st
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December 4th
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December 19th
A welcoming playgroup for parents and children ages 0–5!
Join us for a fun and relaxed environment where you and your child can play, explore, and connect. Meet other parents/caregivers, share experiences, and build lasting friendships - everyone is welcome, whether you're coming with friends or hoping to make new ones!
Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff
WORKSHOPS
Adult Workshops
Join us for engaging and informative workshops designed for adults! Held at our office (unless noted otherwise) at 4922 Columbia Road, Cedarburg, these sessions provide a welcoming space to learn, connect, and grow in a supportive environment.
Location & Entry:
Feel free to park in the rear of the building and enter through the back door for easy access.
Come expand your knowledge and skills with us!
NEW! Parent Cafe
At Ozaukee Family Services 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Registration is FREE!
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
9:30am - 10:30am
"Navigating Stress & Anxiety: Understanding It in Ourselves and Our Kids"
Who it affects, what it looks like, why it shows up—and practical ways to help
Parenting can be rewarding, challenging, beautiful and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we’re launching Parent Café, a welcoming and supportive space where parents and caregivers can come together to:
✔️Share ideas and experiences
✔️Build new friendships
✔️Talk about hopes, dreams, and real-life challenges
✔️Connect with others who truly understand
Whether you’re looking for a place to talk, listen, or simply be, Parent Café is here to help you feel supported, seen, and connected.
Parent Café is grounded in OFS’s mission of building mental wellness and strengthening families. Because when parents thrive, families flourish.
Limited childcare available
Register below!
Workshop : Anxiety Management and Self-Regulation
At Ozaukee Family Services Lower Level : 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Registration is FREE!
Thursday October 23
6:00-7:30 pm
As a parent or caregiver, how do we support someone who is struggling with anxiety? What's the difference between 'normal' situational anxiety and something more? Join Anna Ackerman in learning about anxiety in children of all ages. Learn to recognize symptoms and how your child may be affected in their day-to-day life. Anna will discuss types of anxiety as well as strategies for both parent and child to ease challenging situations. Facilitated by Anna Ackerman, MA LPC, Lakeshore Psychology Services
Limited childcare available
The Incredible Years : Fall Edition
At Ozaukee Family Services Lower Level : 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Registration is FREE!
Tuesdays, September 30th – November 18th from 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
The Incredible Years is a 8-week course for parents of children ages 2–10. This is an evidence-based parenting program that helps promote the social, emotional, and academic success of children.
Through this positive and nurturing approach, parents will learn how to:
✔️ Prevent, reduce, and manage emotional challenges in kids
✔️ Use developmentally appropriate & consistent responses
✔️ Build children’s self-esteem
✔️ Reduce family conflict
✔️ Strengthen family relationships
Limited childcare available
Rainbows
At Ozaukee Family Services 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Registration is FREE!
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October 20, 27
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November 3, 10, 17, 24
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December 1, 8, 15
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January 5, 12, 19
Rainbows is a free, 12-week program offered by Ozaukee Family Services for children and adolescents (grades K-12) who are experiencing major family changes such as divorce or the death of a loved one. The program provides a safe and supportive environment where children can express their feelings, build self-esteem, and develop healthy coping strategies.
✔️Open to all K-12 students
✔️Parents support group offered at the same time
Duration: 12 weeks | October 20, 27 November 3, 10, 17, 24 December 1, 8, 15 January 5, 12, 19 (final session) (If Rainbows needs to be canceled due to inclement weather, we will have our final session on January 26th.)
Let’s help children find hope and healing after the storm.
Admission is FREE
Please complete all registrations below.
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1 Parent Registration Form
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1 Demographic Form per child
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1 registration per child
Register below!
November Book Club
At Ozaukee Family Services Lower Level : 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Registration is FREE!
Tuesdays 9:30am - 10:30am
November 4
November 11
Hunt, Gather, Parent: What ancient cultures can teach us about the lost art of raising happy, helpful little humans by Michaeleen Doucleff. Facilitated by John Fischer.LPC.
Limited childcare available
Workshop : Stress Management through Humor & Play
At Ozaukee Family Services Lower Level : 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Registration is FREE!
Thursday November 13
6:00-7:30 pm
When you’re feeling stressed, laughter might actually be the best medicine. Did you know that laughter stimulates organs, increases circulation, releases endorphins, boosts your immune system, decreases pain, and improves mood? This talk aims to provide a look into how to use play and laughter to manage the stressors we face daily - both big and small. Facilitated by Melissa Nelson, Psychotherapist PhD, LPC, NCC – Northshore center LLC
Limited childcare available
Cookie Decorating Night!
At Ozaukee Family Services Lower Level : 4922 Columbia Road Cedarburg WI 53012
Event: 5:00-6:30PM
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Price: $25 per person (includes 4 cookies & supplies)
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Who can attend: Adults and students ages 13+ (students must be accompanied by a parent
What’s Included:
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Step-by-step cookie decorating instruction
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4 cookies per participant
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Hot chocolate & coffee to sip while you decorate
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Fun and laughter with friends, family, and community
Get into the holiday spirit while decorating beautiful (and delicious!) cookies, guided by the talented Amy Clouthier of Blooms Sweet Creations. Amy is a self-taught cottage baker from Grafton, WI, known for her exquisite custom sugar cookies that are as stunning as they are tasty.
*Free limited childcare available, register below*
*Registration below*
Thanks to the generous support of Ozaukee Family Services Donors and United Way of Northern Ozaukee, we offer all of our classes FREE OF CHARGE!