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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.

Thomaston Playgroup

Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)

Start Date: 10/1/2024    End Date: 12/31/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays

Time: 10:30-12

Town: Thomaston

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Join us downstairs at the Thomaston Public Library (60 Main St., Thomaston, ME) for playtime in the gym! Lots of age-appropriate toys and space to move around. Meet new friends and have a chance for some grownup chat while your littles run and play. Snacks provided!

Contact: Charlene Corbett   Phone: 207-563-1818

Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org


WHRL-igig Milbridge Playgroup

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)

Start Date: 10/2/2024    End Date: 12/25/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays

Time: 10:00

Town: Milbridge

Audience: Eastern Washington County Residents and western Hancock county residents

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Come play for an hour of fun and connection in Milbridge! We are meeting at the Milbridge Commons playground under the shade tent(next to the playground!). If weather is wet or cold we'll be inside the Women for Healthy Rural Living office, across the street, 87 Main Street, Milbridge Maine. For more information call/text 207-271-8199

Contact: Monica Olivares   Phone: (207) 255-8273

Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com


Ellsworth Weekly Parenting and Playgroup

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)

Start Date: 10/3/2024    End Date: 12/19/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Thursdays

Time: 10:00

Town: Ellsworth

Audience: Hancock County Resdients

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Bring your infants and toddlers and come play, meet new friends and build those social connections every Thursday! We meet at the Downeast Community Partners building, 19 Avery Lane. Rain or shine, and all year! For more information call or text 207-271-8199

Contact: Monica Olivares   Phone: (207) 255-8273

Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com


Circle of Parents

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 10/3/2024    End Date: 12/19/2024

Day(s) of the Week: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/35oRoF3p7bTEfgH89

Additional Information: This mutual peer support group is open to anyone in a parenting role. With rolling enrollment, join us any time. Connect with other caregivers, share ideas and support!

Contact: Kristen Plummer   Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Newport Library Playgroup/Storytime

Council: Penquis (Penobscot)

Start Date: 10/4/2024    End Date: 12/27/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Time: 10am

Town: Newport

Audience: Children ages 0-5 and their parents

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Join us for weekly Friday at 10am at the Newport Cultural Center. Activities will include either story-time and a craft, or a playgroup activity. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Contact: Christine McMillen    Phone: 207-974-2481

Website: http://www.penquis.org


Pittsfield Library Parent & Playgroup

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 10/23/2024    End Date: 12/18/2024

Day(s) of the Week:

Time:

Town: Pittsfield

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Join us for playtime at the Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St. Art, movement, stories & sensory play activities are designed for ages birth - 5. All are welcome!

Contact: Kristen Plummer   Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Strong Families Community Workshop

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 11/13/2024    End Date: 11/13/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday, November 13th

Time: 5:00 - 6:30pm

Audience: Parents, caregivers and community members.

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/ZBcrqDeFST5YxVJr6

Contact: Kristen Plummer   Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520

Website: http://www.kvcap.org