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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.Parenting and Play! Weekly Playgroup in Ellsworth
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)
Start Date: 10/1/2023 End Date: 12/31/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Thurdsays
Time: 10:00
Town: Ellsworth area
Audience: Hancock County Public, and parents of Maine Families
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScw5tMwRsw3wBV7ykn9e43SBObyGyio2aVJpb6Ld4kdZENEKg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Additional Information: This weekly playgroup is for parents of children ages 0-5! Bring your infants and toddlers and come play, meet new friends and build those social connections every Thursday! We meet at Downeast Community Partners in Ellsworth, 18 Avery Lane.
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273
Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Calais Playgroup
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)
Start Date: 10/1/2023 End Date: 12/31/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Every Tuesday
Time: 10am
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Additional Information: Come join us while we play every Tuesday! This playgroup is for children ages newborn to 5! All are welcome and it is free to attend. During the winter months we meet at the Sunrise Opportunities Community Center - 21 Calais Avenue, Calais. For more information please call 255-8273 or email molivares@sun-rise.org
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273
Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Machias Area Indoor/Outdoor Playgroup
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)
Start Date: 10/1/2023 End Date: 12/31/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday
Time: 10:00 am
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Additional Information: Join us for an hour of fun! Enjoy a cup of coffee while your little one plays with friends. Every Wednesday in Harrington at 10:00 am. This playgroup is indoor and outdoor! At the old Headstart building, 1491 US Hwy 1A, Harrington Maine
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273
Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Circle of Parents
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 10/5/2023 End Date: 12/21/2023
Day(s) of the Week: 1st and 3rd Thursday each month
Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm
Audience: Parents and caregivers - all are welcome!
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/DiZNjRteZDMtyg9p8
Additional Information: This is a mutual peer support group open to anyone in a parenting role. Connect with other caregivers, explore topics in nurturing ourselves and our children - share ideas and support!
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Story Hour
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 10/6/2023 End Date: 12/29/2023
Day(s) of the Week: every Friday
Time: 10:00am
Town: Newport
Audience: Parents and/or caregivers with their toddlers & preschoolers. A story is read each week followed by an activity or craft related to the story.
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Newport Cultural Center 154 Main Street, Newport, Me.
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Brownville Library Storytime
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 10/10/2023 End Date: 12/12/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Alternating Tuesdays on the following dates: Oct 10 and 24, Nov 7 and 21, Dec 12
Time: 11:15am
Town: Brownville
Audience: Parents and caregivers of infants, toddlers and preschoolers
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Come join us at the Brownville Free Public Library at 27 Church Street in Brownville. StoryTime includes a story and fun craft, and snacks are provided. Stories and activities are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, but all are welcome!
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Family Night at Thompson Free Public Library
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 10/10/2023 End Date: 12/12/2023
Day(s) of the Week: One Tuesday per month on the following dates: Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12
Time: 5:30PM
Town: Dover-Foxcroft
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-18
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Please join us at the Thompson Free Public Library at 186 E Main St in Dover-Foxcroft for our monthly Family Night. We will be playing games, family activities, scavenger hunts etc, all while enjoying snacks and great fun. Children and families of all ages are welcome!
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Guilford Library StoryTime
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 10/13/2023 End Date: 12/15/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Alternating Friday mornings on the following dates: Oct 13 and 27, Nov 10
Time: 10:00am
Town: Guilford
Audience: Parents and caregivers of infants, toddlers and preschoolers
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Come join us at the Guilford Memorial Library at 4 Library Street in Guilford. StoryTime includes a story and fun craft, and snacks are provided. Stories and activities are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, but all are welcome!
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Milo Library StoryTime
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 10/21/2023 End Date: 12/16/2023
Day(s) of the Week: One Saturday per month on the following dates: Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16
Time: 10:15am
Town: Milo
Audience: Parents and caregivers of toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Come join us at the Milo Free Public Library at 4 Pleasant Street in Milo. StoryTime includes a story and fun craft, and snacks are provided. Stories and activities are perfect for up to age 10, but all are welcome!
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Empowering Families: Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)
Start Date: 10/23/2023 End Date: 12/11/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Mondays
Time: 6-8PM
Audience: Parents and caregivers with LGBTQ+ Youth
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://bit.ly/462b9Gx
Additional Information: This workshop combines concepts/topics from evidence-based parenting programs with information on topics related to supporting LGBTQ+ youth. By creating a supportive & inclusive environment, families are able to explore how they can support their LGBTQ+ child to flourish and be their authentic selves, while maintaining strong family connections. Topics include: Understanding temperament & attachment Building self-worth & self-esteem Positive discipline How to support your LGBTQ+ child Advocating for your LGBTQ+ child Gender identity & pronouns Identifying & meeting your needs, and more.
Contact: Dawn Flagg Phone: 207-442-7963 x230
Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org
Parent Cafe
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 11/14/2023 End Date: 12/26/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 2:00-3:00pm
Town: Lincoln
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Community Based Nurturing Parenting
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)
Start Date: 11/14/2023 End Date: 1/16/2024
Day(s) of the Week: Every Tuesday for 10 weeks
Time: 1-2pm
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Additional Information: This parenting opportunity is designed to give parents and caregivers tips and tricks to help navigate through the different challenges of parenting. This is a 10 week series of 1 hour sessions, based on conversation! This course is free and held on zoom. For more information or to register please call 255-8273 or email molivares@sun-rise.org
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273
Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com
Oh Baby!
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 11/29/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday
Time: 11:00am
Audience: Parents/caregivers that will be welcoming a new baby into their home, baby sitters, or anyone else that will be caring for an infant.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1W5I17vV2z6mIthSH0AMDANZJvc9InIP9epYwFYLVQX4/edit
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Oh Baby!
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 12/4/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Monday
Time: 4:00pm
Audience: Parents/caregivers that will be welcoming a new baby into their home, babysitters or anyone else that will be welcoming a new baby into their home.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1W5I17vV2z6mIthSH0AMDANZJvc9InIP9epYwFYLVQX4/edit
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Nurturing Parenting: Understanding Feelings
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 12/6/2023
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday, December 6th
Time: 5:00 - 7:00pm
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/j3CjNaBWown2uUJM6
Additional Information: Expressing our emotions and taking on the perspectives of others is one of the best ways to enrich our relationships and encourage cooperation - skills we can use with, and teach to the children in our lives. In this free workshop, we'll learn nurturing strategies for responding to feelings, and supporting emotion regulation from toddlers to teens.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Period of PURPLE Crying - Community Training
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 1/17/2024
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday, January 17th
Time: 5:00 - 7:00pm
Audience: Parents and caregivers prenatal - infants.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/32Qf63p5KxPnEkVJ8
Additional Information: During this training for parents and caregivers, we will discuss the Period of PURPLE Crying, a typical time in babies lives when they experience increased crying, plus strategies for coping, and soothing a crying baby.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Infant Safe Sleep - Community Training
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 1/17/2024
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday, January 17th
Time: 5:00 - 7:00pm
Audience: Parents and caregivers prenatal - infants.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/32Qf63p5KxPnEkVJ8
Additional Information: During this training for parents and caregivers, we will explore the American Academy of Pediatrics' most up-to-date safe sleep recommendations, and other essential information to keep babies safe while they snooze.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org