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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


Circle of Parents

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 1/5/2026    End Date: 3/16/2026

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

Time: 12:30 - 2:00pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

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

Additional Information: All are welcome at this parenting peer support group. Connect with other caregivers, share ideas and support!

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


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


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


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


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


Field Trip - The Waldo (January)

Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)

Start Date: 1/27/2026    End Date: 1/27/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Tuesday

Time: 10:30-11:30 AM

Town: Waldoboro

Audience: Knox & Lincoln County families

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dWF2IyQti07zuW8Vfj1x7iC5AFTVoN3n0CrCN1W2OrQ/edit?ts=669ff0be

Additional Information: Join Healthy Kids at the Waldo Theater for a fun, interactive experience full of imagination and music! During this special field trip, we will dive into a story together and explore the themes through music, movement, and visual art activities. After the field trip, lunch will be provided next door at the Open House of History, followed by a PAC meeting & fun craft!

Contact: Charlene Corbett   Phone: 207-563-1818

Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.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


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


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


Early Childhood Education Fair at Northern Penobscot Tech

Council: Penquis (Penobscot)

Start Date: 4/11/2026    End Date: 4/11/2026

Day(s) of the Week: Saturday

Time: 9am-12pm

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Resources for Parents, Caregivers, Fun Activities and Free Community Baby Sprinkle hosted by Penquis Prevention Council. At Northern Penobscot Tech 35 W Broadway, Lincoln, ME 04457.

Contact: Christine McMillen    Phone: 207-974-2481

Website: http://www.penquis.org