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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
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
Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 10/2/2024 End Date: 12/11/2024
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 5-6:30 PM
Audience: Knox County parents and caregivers
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup
Additional Information: A series of 10 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 (10/2): Philosophy of Nurturing Parenting Week 2 (10/9): Ages and Stages Week 3 (10/16): Brain Development Week 4 (10/23): Communicating with Respect Week 5 (10/30): Building Self-Worth Week 6 (11/6): Understanding Feelings Week 7 (11/13): Family Morals and Values Week 8 (11/20): Praising Children and Their Behavior Week 9 (12/4): Alternatives to Spanking Week 10 (12/11): Positive Ways to Deal with Stress
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Nurturing Parenting: Through Recovery
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 10/21/2024 End Date: 12/16/2024
Day(s) of the Week: Mondays
Time: 5:30-7 PM
Town: Rockland
Audience: Knox County families in recovery
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
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. Registration is helpful but not required. Class is held at Coastal Recovery Community Center, 11 White St., Rockland, ME 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- First Five Years
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 11/12/2024 End Date: 12/3/2024
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesdays
Time: 5-7 PM
Audience: Knox County parents & caregivers of children aged 0-5
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup
Additional Information: A 4-week course for parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5. This course helps parents and caregivers build parenting skills through an understanding of child development. Topics covered include: *parenting styles and roles *ages and stages of development *connecting with your child *building a strong family bond *establishing routines *preventing tantrums *non-violent discipline
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org