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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.Machias Playgroup
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)
Start Date: 1/2/2026 End Date: 3/27/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time:
Town: Machias
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 263-5270
Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com
Storytime at Brownville Free Public Library
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 1/6/2026 End Date: 3/31/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 11am-12pm
Town: Brownville
Audience: Parents and caregivers of all age children
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Come join us at the Brownville Free Public Library (27 Church St, Brownville) for our storytime on Tuesdays from 11:15am-12pm. Storytime includes a book, craft and snack. All ages and abilities welcome!
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Milbridge playgroup
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)
Start Date: 1/6/2026 End Date: 3/25/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time:
Town: Milbridge Maine
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273
Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com
Pittsfield Library Community Playgroup
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 1/7/2026 End Date: 3/4/2026
Day(s) of the Week: 1st Wednesday of each month
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am
Town: Pittsfield
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Bring your kiddos and join us! Connect with other parents and enjoy movement, art and sensory play. Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library Street, Pittsfield ME. This program is free, and all are welcome.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Thomaston Public Library Playgroup
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 1/7/2026 End Date: 3/25/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Town: Thomaston
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children aged 0-5
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
Ellsworth Playgroup
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)
Start Date: 1/8/2026 End Date: 3/26/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time:
Town: Ellsworth
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273
Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com
Storytime at Newport Cultural Center
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 1/9/2026 End Date: 3/27/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Fridays
Time: 10am
Town: Newport
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children of all ages
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
Skowhegan Community Playgroup
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 1/21/2026 End Date: 3/18/2026
Day(s) of the Week: 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am
Town: Skowhegan
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Bring your kiddos and join us! Connect with other parents and enjoy movement, art and sensory play. Centenary United Methodist Church, 113 Dr. Mann Rd., Skowhegan. The clothing closet will be open and a light lunch will be served. This program is free, and all are welcome.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Nurturing Parenting: Setting Boundaries
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 2/3/2026 End Date: 2/3/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesday, February 3rd
Time: 12:00 - 1:30pm
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/HExFQN8deQvskvpP9
Additional Information: In this single-session workshop, we will explore skills for setting and communicating nurturing boundaries for ourselves, and children of all ages.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Sensory Group at Thompson Free Public Library
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 2/3/2026 End Date: 3/3/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesdays
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
Town: Dover-Foxcroft
Audience: Parents and caregivers of all age children
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Join us at: Thompson Free Library 186 East Main Street | Dover-Foxcroft, Maine 04426 | (207)564-3350 For children who have disabilities, are neurodiverse, or who may be on the autism spectrum. All ages welcome, as well as siblings. This group will meet downstairs in the library in a quiet space. Therapy balls, play mats, sensory bins and related activities included! One Tuesday afternoon per month (except Jan)
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Family Night at Thompson Free Public Library
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 2/6/2026 End Date: 3/6/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Fridays
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Town: Dover-Foxcroft
Audience: Parents and Caregivers of children of all ages
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Join us at Thompson Free Library 186 East Main Street | Dover-Foxcroft, Maine 04426 | (207)564-3350 For families and children of all ages & abilities! Games and activities and free dinner provided. One Friday evening per month (except Jan)
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org