Wellness ROCKS

"Wellness ROCKS" (Reaching Our Communities KidS) is a community-based wellness campaign that will motivate families to live healthier and more active lives. The campaign is made possible by the generous support of the Menomonie Community Health Foundation and many local sponsors. All events are free. Click on the link below each event description to register (required). Call 715-233-7464 if you must cancel. Call Tina Tharp at 715-233-7968 for campaign information.

Kid's Yoga

Thursdays in February (4, 11, 17, 25)

Discover yoga’s calming, loosening, strengthening and playful sides! Mats are helpful but not necessary. For children age six to twelve years. 5:15 to 6 p.m., Glenwood City High School. Call 715-265-4757 ext. 6132 to register.

Event poster (PDF)

Family Fun Day - Snow Shoe & Winter Hike Saturday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m. to noon Menomonie Area School District Environmental Site Join your family on a winter wonderland walk. Warm up by the fire with a light lunch and hot beverage. A limited number of snow shoes will be available for use. Bring a non-parishable food item for local food pantry (optional). Register here. Event poster (PDF)

Eating and Moving Tuesday, Feb. 23, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Education Center, Red Cedar Medical Center Three engaging presentations. "Feeding Your Children: Who's the Boss?" by Jane Foos, registered dietitian, Red Cedar Medical Center. "Quick and Easy Ideas for Healthy Meals and Snacks" by Susan Turgeson, Family and Consumer Science teacher, Menomonie Area School District. "Families on the Move: Ideas to Incoprorate Exercise in your Family Routine" by Tina Tharp, Wellness ROCKS coordinator, Red Cedar Medical Center. Adults only. Register here.  Event poster (PDF)

Family Cooking Class

Tuesday, March 2, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Menomonie High School, Rooms #182 and #184

Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday in the kitchen with your child while you both discover that nutritious snacks and meals can be tasty! Instructor is Susan Turgeson, Family and Consumer Science teacher, Menomonie Area School District. Space is limited.

Register here.
Event poster (PDF)

Family Fun Night - Wakanda

Thursday, March 4, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Wakanda Elementary School, Menomonie

Light dinner provided. Free. Wear comfortable clothing.

“Nutrition Education for Parents” presented by Bobbie Jo Fatheree, B.S., UW-Stout graduate student, Food and Nutritional Sciences and Y Fit Fitness trainer.
Games & Activities for Kids while parents listen to presentation
Exercise Class for Families presented by Amanda Sirek, Main Street Fitness

Registration required.  Call if you must cancel.

Register here.  
Event poster (PDF)

Family Fun Night - Knapp

Monday, March 8, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Knapp Elementary School, Knapp

Light dinner provided. Free. Wear comfortable clothing.

“Nutrition Education for Parents” presented by Bobbie Jo Fatheree, B.S., UW-Stout graduate student, Food and Nutritional Sciences and Y Fit Fitness trainer.
Games & Activities for Kids while parents listen to presentation
Zumba Class for Families presented by Kathryn Rothe, BodyWorks instructor

Registration required.  Call if you must cancel.

Register here. 
Event poster (PDF)

Family Fitness at the Fieldhouse

Saturday, March 13, 9 to 11 a.m.

Menomonie High School Fieldhouse

Help get rid of the winter blues and join other families as we play old fashioned "lawn" games, participate in group activities or stroll around the track.

Register here.

Family Fun Night - Downsville

Monday, March 15, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Downsville Elementary School, Downsville

Light dinner provided. Free. Wear comfortable clothing.

“Nutrition Education for Parents” presented by Bobbie Jo Fatheree, B.S., UW-Stout graduate student, Food and Nutritional Sciences and Y Fit Fitness trainer.
Games & Activities for Kids while parents listen to presentation
Exercise Class for Families presented by Kathryn Rothe, BodyWorks instructor

Registration required.  Call if you must cancel.

Register here.
Event poster (PDF)

Family Fun Night - Glenwood City

Thursday, April 1, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Wakanda Elementary School, Menomonie

Light dinner provided. Free. Wear comfortable clothing.

“Nutrition Education for Parents” presented by Bobbie Jo Fatheree, B.S., UW-Stout graduate student, Food and Nutritional Sciences and Y Fit Fitness trainer.
Games & Activities for Kids while parents listen to presentation
Exercise Class for Families presented by Amanda Sirek, Main Street Fitness

Registration required.  Call if you must cancel.

Register here.
Event poster (PDF)

Music and Movement

Tuesdays in April (6, 13, 20, 27), 9:30 to 10 a.m.

Menomonie Public Library

This class is designed for children ages two to five and their adults.

Register here.

Got Dirt?

Saturday, April 10, 9 a.m. to noon

Education Center, Red Cedar Medical Center

Learn how and why you can use gardening as a teaching tool in your child care or home environment. Information on funding opportunities and grants for starting a garden will also be provided. Child care training hourse are offered. Space is limited. Adults only.

Register here.
Event poster (PDF)

 "Deceptively Delicious" Parent Cooking Class

Thursday, April 22, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Menomonie High School, Room #184

Learn how to "sneak" healthy foods into your children's favorite meals and snacks. Instructor will be Susan Turgeson, Family and Consumer Science teacher, Menomonie Area School District. Adults only. Space is limited.

Register here.

Family Hike at Hoffman Hills

Saturday, April 24, 10 a.m. to noon

Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area

Celebrate Earth Day with your family at Hoffman Hills. Hike the trails, climb the tower and see the signs of spring.

Register here.

Train with the Thunderhawks

Saturday, May 22, 12 to 1:30 p.m.

Work out with the Menomonie Thunderhawks, the local semi-pro football team. Don and Nona Williams Stadium, Menomonie.  

Register here

Event poster (PDF)