3rd Annual First Responders Appreciation Breakfast
March 25, 2025
8:30 AM
College Church of the Nazarene
200 University Ave
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Calling all First Responders! Join us for a complimentary breakfast, trivia, and prizes to celebrate the life-saving services you provide to Kankakee and Iroquois Counties!
Brooms & Bracelets Teen Event
March 27, 2025
4-7 p.m.
Watseka Public Library
201 S 4th Street
Watseka, IL 60970
Join us for a night of empowerment, friendship, and fun! 🌟 At Brooms & Bracelets, teens will come together to watch Wicked, create friendship bracelets, and celebrate healthy relationships—all while standing up against bullying.
This event is a safe and welcoming space for teens grades 6-12 to connect, express creativity, and learn about the importance of kindness and support in friendships and relationships.
Safe Futures: Strengthening Our Response to Childhood Trauma
April 10, 2025
Kankakee Community College
100 College Drive
Kankakee, IL
Join us in April of 2025 for the "Safe Futures" Child Welfare Conference, a premier event dedicated to enhancing professional approaches to childhood trauma. This conference will bring together experts, educators, and advocates to share innovative strategies, evidence-based practices, and impactful insights aimed at strengthening our collective ability to support children affected by trauma.
This conference is designed for law enforcement, medical professionals, social workers, educators, and all who are invested in the safety and well-being of children. Through engaging workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities, "Safe Futures" promises to empower professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to create a brighter, safer future for every child. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) ensuring they are equipped with the latest knowledge and certifications in their field.
Registration is now closed!
Mindful Me Yoga Workshop
April 12, 2025
Watseka Park District
110 S 2nd Street
Watseka, IL 60970
Give your child the tools to build emotional resilience and mindfulness through movement! Join us for Mindful Me, a fun and interactive yoga workshop designed to help littles develop emotional regulation skills.
✨ What to Expect:
- Age-appropriate yoga and mindfulness exercises
- A safe space to explore relaxation and self-awareness
- Quality time with your child to nurture emotional well-being
Age Groups:
- Mindful Minis: Ages 0-2 (with parent)- 1-1:45 PM
- Mindful Movers: Ages 3-5 (with parent)- 2-2:45 PM
- Mindful Masters: Ages 5-8- 3-3:45 PM
The Health Crisis of Domestic Violence Conference
May 28, 2025
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Kankakee Community College
100 College Drive
Kankakee, IL
Join us for The Health Crisis of Domestic Violence: Neurobiological and Maternal Health Considerations — a powerful, research-driven event designed to deepen your understanding of how trauma and domestic violence impact the brain, behavior, and maternal health.
This conference will explore:
- The Neuroscience of Trauma – Learn how trauma affects the brain’s threat response, perception, memory, and behavior
- IPV & Maternal Health – Discover the connection between intimate partner violence during pregnancy and its impact on reproductive health, mental health, and maternal-infant outcomes
Participants will engage with engaging videos, interactive discussions, and walk away with practical tools to better support trauma-affected individuals.
- FREE Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Complimentary Lunch Provided
Equip yourself with the knowledge to address domestic violence not just as a social issue—but as a pressing health crisis.
