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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.Please contact the Prevention Council for more information on upcoming events: Healthy Kids (Knox)PO Box 68915 Belvedere RdDamariscotta , ME 04543Contact: Charlene Corbettccorbett@tidewater.nethttp://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Nurturing Parenting: Through Recovery
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 1/27/2025 End Date: 3/31/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Mondays (except holidays)
Time: 6-7 PM
Audience: Parents and caregivers in recovery
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup
Additional Information: For parents and caregivers who are in recovery and want to learn more about the effects of substance use on their family, parenting style, and their relationship with their child. Learning happens in a safe, supportive environment with others who share similar life experiences. A year-round course with open enrollment--come when you're able. Held every Monday except holidays. For more information, email Toby at tlecrone@tidewater.net.
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 3/13/2025 End Date: 4/24/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Thursdays
Time: 10 - 11:30 AM
Audience: Parents and caregivers in Knox County
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup
Additional Information: A series of 7 enrichment classes offered on a rolling basis. Join anytime and attend any/all of the classes! For parents/caregivers who would like to increase their parenting knowledge and skills to make informed, healthy parenting choices. Topics by week (no class the week of Thanksgiving): Week 1 (3/13): Philosophy of Nurturing Parenting Week 2 (3/27): Ages and Stages Week 3 (4/3): Brain Development Week 4 (4/10): Communicating with Respect & Building Self-Worth Week 5 (4/17): Understanding Feelings & Family Morals and Values Week 6 (4/24): Praising Children and Their Behavior & Alternatives to Spanking Week 7 (5/8): Positive Ways to Deal with Stress
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Thomaston Playgroup
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 4/2/2025 End Date: 5/21/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 10:30-12:00
Town: Thomaston
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 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
Nurturing Parenting: Through Recovery
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 4/7/2025 End Date: 6/30/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Mondays (except holidays)
Time: 6-7 PM
Audience: Parents and caregivers in Knox County who are in recovery.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classes
Additional Information: For parents and caregivers who are in recovery and want to learn more about the effects of substance use on their family, parenting style, and their relationship with their child. Learning happens in a safe, supportive environment with others who share similar life experiences. A year-round course with open enrollment--come when you're able. Held every Monday except holidays. For more information, email Toby at tlecrone@tidewater.net.
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Active Parenting- Active Parenting 4th Edition (ages 5-12)
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 4/9/2025 End Date: 5/14/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM
Audience: Parents and caregivers in Knox County
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup
Additional Information: A 6-week course for parents and caregivers of children ages 5-12. This course continues where First Five Years leaves off, with a focus on childhood development and healthy strategies for addressing daily parenting challenges. Topics covered include: *effective communication & encouragement *building self-esteem *cooperation *defusing power struggles *dealing with peer pressure *using positive discipline *building closer relationships through family fun
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Active Parenting- Co-Parenting and Divorce
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 5/21/2025 End Date: 6/18/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM
Audience: Parents and caregivers in Knox County who are separated or divorced from their child's other parent.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup
Additional Information: A 4-week course covering eight vital topics for parents and caregivers who are navigating separation or divorce. This course empowers parents and caregivers to focus on shielding their children from parental conflict and transitioning into a healthy coparenting relationship with the other parent of their child. Topics covered include: *Understanding the impact of parental conflict on children *Allowing children to love both parents *Parental healing *Cooperative communication *Managing anger & increasing impulse control *Discussion without argument *Making coparenting decisions in the best interest of your child (Dates for this class include one anticipated break week on 6/11/25)
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org