Books and Brown Bags: From Storytime to Service with Sussex Outreach Services

Books and Brown Bags: From Storytime to Service with Sussex Outreach Services

When

July 27, 2026    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Type

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Hunger is a pressing challenge in our community. In Wisconsin, 1 in 8 children experiences hunger, and The Dept. of Public Instruction estimates that there are about 11,000 children who suffer from food insecurity in Waukesha County alone.

Activities

Join Sussex Outreach Services for a meaningful storytime centered on food insecurity, curated for our young changemakers (ages 0–12).

  • – Storytime – Children and caregivers will enjoy a read-aloud.
  • – Service Project – Together, families will assemble sack lunches that include:
    • – A sandwich (meat and cheese slices, no condiments, wrapped in a plastic bag)
    • – A piece of fruit (orange/clementine, banana, or apple)
    • – Chips
    • – A treat
    • – An inspirational note or care card

Impact

This project will support residents across the Hamilton School District who are struggling with hunger. Your children will learn about food insecurity in an age-appropriate way and that their small hands and big hearts can make a real difference in their community.

When & Where

Monday, July 27 from 2-4 p.m.

Sussex Civic Center

N64W23760 Main St., Sussex, WI 53089

Registration Information

Participant Cap: 25 families

Ages: Newborn – 12 years old (with caregiver)

Cost: Free

Materials: All materials will be provided by KIC

Questions: If you have any questions, please contact kitty@kicmke.org

Cancellations: We count on our registered volunteers to make these projects come to life. However, we understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you can no longer participate, please email kitty@kicmke.org ASAP so we can fill your spot.

Our Partner

Sussex Outreach Services is the social ministry arm of the Cooperating Churches of Sussex (CCOS). They served 452 families, 1079 unique individuals in 2024. They help their clients with food, emergency financial assistance, preventive health programming, resources and referrals.  They serve families and individuals in the Hamilton School District, which includes Sussex, the Village of Lisbon, Lannon, and parts of Merton, Lisbon, Butler, and Menomonee Falls. Learn more about  Sussex Outreach Services on their website.

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