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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: Kids Free to Grow (York)3 Webhannet Pl.Unit 1Kennebunk, ME 04043Contact: Shannon Briggsshannonb@kidsfreetogrow.orghttp://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 7/2/2025 End Date: 6/24/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Nurturing Parenting is held every Wednesday, join in on any Wednesday!
Time: 10-11am
Audience: Caregivers of children of all ages.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: http://Register using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: Nurturing Parenting is for parents and caregivers who care for children of all ages. Topics include: dealing with stress, communicating with respect, alternatives to spanking, and more. Once you complete 8 sessions, you will receive a certificate of completion.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Circle of Security
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 7/17/2025 End Date: 8/28/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Class starts Thursday, July 17th and runs until August 28th. Weekly attendance is required.
Time: 930am
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-8.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: Circle of Security Parenting helps caregivers better understand and meet the needs of their young children through strong attachment and consistent response. Certificates awarded upon completion of all 8 sessions.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Nurturing Parenting: Through Recovery
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 8/4/2025 End Date: 6/29/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Class starts on Monday, August 4th and will run each week, participants can join in on any Monday.
Time: 11am
Audience: For parents/caregivers impacted by substance use.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: This program explores the effects of substance use and recovery on individuals and families. Participants learn nurturing skills using a variety of discussion and activities that accommodate different learning styles. This is a 10 week program with rolling enrollment - register any time.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Nurturing Parenting: Fathers
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 8/7/2025 End Date: 10/9/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Class starts on Thursday, August 7th and runs every Thursday until Oct. 9. Weekly attendance required.
Time: 6pm
Audience: Male caregivers of children of all ages.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: http://Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: Fathers and other male caregivers have conversations around different weekly parenting topics.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org