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Ellsworth Weekly Playgroup

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)

Start Date: 1/2/2025    End Date: 3/27/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Every Thursday

Time: 10am

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com

Additional Information: Bring your infants and toddlers and come play, meet new friends and build those social connections every Thursday! We meet at the Downeast Community Partners building, 19 Avery Lane. Rain or shine, and all year! For more information call or text 207-271-8199

Contact: Monica Olivares   Phone: (207) 255-8273

Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com


Machias Area Playgroup

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)

Start Date: 1/3/2025    End Date: 3/28/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Every Friday

Time: 10am-11am

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com

Additional Information: Come and meet new friends and build those social connections! For parents and children from birth to 3 years old! For more information please visit www.sopreventioncouncil.com or contact Monica Olivares at molivares@sun-rise.org or 255-8273 Every Friday at the Porter Library - 92 Court Street, Machias Free and All Are Welcome!

Contact: Monica Olivares   Phone: (207) 255-8273

Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com


Milbridge Playgroup

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Hancock)

Start Date: 1/8/2025    End Date: 3/26/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Every Wednesday

Time: 10am

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com

Additional Information: Come play for an hour of fun and connection in Milbridge! We are meeting at the Milbridge Commons playground under the shade tent(next to the playground!). If weather is wet or cold we'll be inside the Women for Healthy Rural Living office, across the street, 87 Main Street, Milbridge Maine. For more information call/text 207-271-8199

Contact: Monica Olivares   Phone: (207) 255-8273

Website: www.sopreventioncouncil.com


Thomaston Playgroup

Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)

Start Date: 1/8/2025    End Date: 3/26/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays

Time: 10:30 AM - 12 PM

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


Skowhegan Community Playgroup

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 1/15/2025    End Date: 3/19/2025

Day(s) of the Week: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the 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 for playtime, books, activities and more! Centenary United Methodist Church, 113 Dr. Mann Road, Skowhegan. The clothing closet will be open and lunch with be served.

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Little Learners Playgroup

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Kennebec)

Start Date: 1/15/2025    End Date: 3/19/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Third Wednesday of Every Month

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Town: Augusta

Audience: Families with young children.

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Join us for our playgroup on the third Wednesday of every month at the Augusta First Church located at 30 Nazarene Dr. Augusta, ME. This is a time for caregivers of infants and young children to connect and an opportunity for learning enrichment and social interaction for kiddos! Free and welcoming of everyone, supervision required. Contact us anytime to learn more.

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Circle of Parents

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 1/16/2025    End Date: 3/20/2025

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

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/6QgwWHmuyzMJv11h7

Additional Information: This mutual peer support group is open to anyone in a parenting role. With rolling enrollment, join us any time. Connect with other caregivers, share ideas and support!

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Pittsfield Library Play & Parent Group

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 1/22/2025    End Date: 3/26/2025

Day(s) of the Week: 4th Wednesday of each month

Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Town: Pittsfield

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: No

Additional Information: Join us for playtime at the Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St. Art, movement, stories & sensory play activities are designed for ages birth - 5. All are welcome!

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org


Nurturing Parenting: Setting Boundaries

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 2/10/2025    End Date: 2/10/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Monday, February 10th

Time: 5:00 - 6:30pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/woHKPQ15Fj3syWzp6

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

Website: http://www.kvcap.org