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Art and Support group at Machias Recovery Center

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)

Start Date: 4/1/2026    End Date: 6/24/2026

Day(s) of the Week:

Time:

Town: Machias

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Contact: Andrea Coffin   Phone: (207) 263-5270

Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com


Phillips Playgroup

Council: Franklin County Children's Task Force (Franklin)

Start Date: 4/2/2026    End Date: 10/1/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Every other Thursday from April 2nd-October 1st.

Time: 10:00-12:00

Town: Phillips

Audience: Parents with children 0-5

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Playgroup for infants and toddlers at the Phillips Library every other Thursday from April 2nd-October 1st. Dates: 4/2, 4/16, 4/30, 5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25, 7/9, 7/23, 8/6, 8/20, 9/3, 9/17, 10/1

Contact: Rileigh Blanchet   Phone: 207-778-6960

Website: http://www.fcctf.org


Storytime at Newport Cultural Center

Council: Penquis (Penobscot)

Start Date: 4/3/2026    End Date: 6/26/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Fridays

Time: 10am

Town: Newport

Audience: Children and caregivers of all age children

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


Machias Playgroup

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)

Start Date: 4/3/2026    End Date: 6/26/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Friday Morning

Time: 10-11

Town: Machias

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Contact: Andrea Coffin   Phone: (207) 263-5270

Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com


Storytime at Brownville Free Public Library

Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)

Start Date: 4/7/2026    End Date: 6/30/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Tuesdays

Time: 11am

Town: Brownville

Audience: Children and caregivers of children of all ages

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 11:00am-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


Safe Harbor

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)

Start Date: 4/7/2026    End Date: 6/30/2026

Day(s) of the Week:

Time:

Town: Machias

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: Yes

Contact: Andrea Coffin   Phone: (207) 263-5270

Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com


Orono Arts Festival

Council: Penquis (Penobscot)

Start Date: 6/27/2026    End Date: 6/27/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Saturday

Time: 10am-2pm

Town: Orono

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Contact: Christine McMillen    Phone: 207-974-2481

Website: http://www.penquis.org


Skowhegan Community Baby Shower

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 6/27/2026   

Day(s) of the Week: Saturday June 27 2026

Time: 11-2:30pm

Town: Skowhegan

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/DThadbL8owkNMhYF8

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Pittsfield Parent & Playgroup

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 7/1/2026    End Date: 9/2/2026

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 families 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


Circle of Parents

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 7/6/2026    End Date: 9/21/2026

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

Time: 12:30 - 2:00pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/jzgUFU2THJzH68eE9

Additional Information: This is a mutual peer support group open to anyone in a parenting role. Connect with other caregivers, share ideas and support.

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Supporting a Stressed Out Kid

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Kennebec)

Start Date: 7/13/2026    End Date: 7/13/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Monday

Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm

Audience: Parents and caregivers of children at all ages.

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/94xVA389CiVrxvXF7

Additional Information: Knowing what to say or do to support a stressed out kid is a stressful experience for adults, too! Let's explore how stress works in the brain and body to find tools and share ideas that can help.

Contact: Megan Dickinson   Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 1588

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Skowhegan Parent & Playgroup

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 7/15/2026    End Date: 9/16/2026

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 families 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


Brain Under Construction

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 8/12/2026    End Date: 8/13/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday, August 12th

Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm

Audience: Parents & caregivers of children and youth (all ages.)

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/PCkvA8857ysJCjpB8

Additional Information: Have you ever wondered what is going on in your child or teen’s head? Join us for this single session workshop to explore brain development from birth through adulthood. We’ll talk about how knowledge of child development can guide our parenting strategies, including communicating with kids, navigating feelings, and more.

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org