Upcoming Events
Community Kinnects
Healthy Kids’ Community Kinnects program visits local communities every Wednesday to connect directly with families, build relationships, and better understand the needs of residents. Our community educators currently visit Davis Island in Edgecomb, Sheepscott Apartments in Wiscasset, and Campbell Creek in Boothbay. By meeting people where they are, we’re able to provide support, resources, and meaningful connections to families in our communities.
Community Kinnects
Healthy Kids’ Community Kinnects program visits local communities every Wednesday to connect directly with families, build relationships, and better understand the needs of residents. Our community educators currently visit Davis Island in Edgecomb, Sheepscott Apartments in Wiscasset, and Campbell Creek in Boothbay. By meeting people where they are, we’re able to provide support, resources, and meaningful connections to families in our communities.
Maine Wildlife Park Free Family Field Trip
56 Game Farm Rd, Gray
Spend time with your family and friends while exploring and learning about some of the amazing animals in our beautiful state!
WE CAN PROVIDE:
Gas cards
Lunches or snacks
Sunscreen and bug spray
Register HERE
June Play Group at Macdougal Park
Join Healthy Kids for June Playgroup at Macdougal Park, Gay St. West Rockland
Snacks Provided.
Rain date: July 1
POP Club at the Damariscotta Farmer's Market
Healthy Kids joins the Damariscotta Farmers Market every Friday from 9 AM to 12 PM for POP Club! POP, or Power of Produce, gives children a fun way to connect with local farmers, learn about healthy foods, and explore new fruits and vegetables through games, activities, and demonstrations. Our community educator will also be on site to connect with families, answer questions, and share helpful resources and information.
Community Kinnects
Healthy Kids’ Community Kinnects program visits local communities every Wednesday to connect directly with families, build relationships, and better understand the needs of residents. Our community educators currently visit Davis Island in Edgecomb, Sheepscott Apartments in Wiscasset, and Campbell Creek in Boothbay. By meeting people where they are, we’re able to provide support, resources, and meaningful connections to families in our communities.
POP Club at the Damariscotta Farmer's Market
Healthy Kids joins the Damariscotta Farmers Market every Friday from 9 AM to 12 PM for POP Club! POP, or Power of Produce, gives children a fun way to connect with local farmers, learn about healthy foods, and explore new fruits and vegetables through games, activities, and demonstrations. Our community educator will also be on site to connect with families, answer questions, and share helpful resources and information.
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Active Parenting: First Five Years
Ready for some great parenting strategies packed into one pocket-sized class?
Learn about:
Establishing routines
Preventing tantrums
Connecting with your child
Offered over Zoom. Sign up HERE
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Active Parenting: First Five Years
Ready for some great parenting strategies packed into one pocket-sized class?
Learn about:
Establishing routines
Preventing tantrums
Connecting with your child
Offered over Zoom. Sign up HERE
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Playgroup in the Park
Thomaston Playgroup May Session
Macdougal Park, Gay St. West, Rockland
Snacks and drinks provided.
Rain date May 27th
Active Parenting: First Five Years
Ready for some great parenting strategies packed into one pocket-sized class?
Learn about:
Establishing routines
Preventing tantrums
Connecting with your child
Offered over Zoom. Sign up HERE
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Field Trip to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Join us for a guided tour investigating the underground life of decomposers--nature’s recyclers! Then enjoy the rest of the day at the gardens on your own! Spots available for 50 kids (and their adults).
Register HERE
Active Parenting: First Five Years
Ready for some great parenting strategies packed into one pocket-sized class?
Learn about:
Establishing routines
Preventing tantrums
Connecting with your child
Offered over Zoom. Sign up HERE
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
A weekly online series for parents & caregivers. Learn about:
Communication
Guiding Behavior
Setting Boundaries
Problem-solving
Managing Stress
Self-esteem
Join any week, come as you’re able. Register HERE
Infant Gathering Group
Every Friday 9:00am-11:00am come when you are able! Designed for 0-12 months but all ages are welcome. Babies first year is hard! Connect with other new parents in a space designed for you and your little!
Sensory toys
Low lighting
Snacks provided
Connect with other parents going through similar stages of life
Ages and Stages education available!
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Chewonki’s Owls of Maine Crafty Creatures of the Night
Academy Building Gymnasium, 60 Main St. Thomaston
Learn About:
Identifying characteristics & calls
Adaptations that make them successful night hunters
What an owl looks like up close!
Last Day: Playgroup at the Thomaston Public Library
Last session: Wednesday 10:30AM - 12:00PM at the Thomaston Public Library Gymnasium
60 Main Street, Thomaston ME (Academy Building)
For children 0-5 & their caregivers.
Snacks provided!
Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
A weekly online series for parents & caregivers. Learn about:
Communication
Guiding Behavior
Setting Boundaries
Problem-solving
Managing Stress
Self-esteem
Join any week, come as you’re able. Register HERE
Infant Gathering Group
Every Friday 9:00am-11:00am come when you are able! Designed for 0-12 months but all ages are welcome. Babies first year is hard! Connect with other new parents in a space designed for you and your little!
Sensory toys
Low lighting
Snacks provided
Connect with other parents going through similar stages of life
Ages and Stages education available!
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Playgroup at the Thomaston Public Library
Wednesdays 10:30AM - 12:00PM at the Thomaston Public Library Gymnasium
60 Main Street, Thomaston ME (Academy Building)
For children 0-5 & their caregivers.
Snacks provided!
Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
A weekly online series for parents & caregivers. Learn about:
Communication
Guiding Behavior
Setting Boundaries
Problem-solving
Managing Stress
Self-esteem
Join any week, come as you’re able. Register HERE
Front Porch Project Workshop
Attend a FREE Front Porch Project workshop in the AIO market lobby Monday, April 13 between 11:30 & 1:30. Spend: 45 minutes of your time and receive:
Information & resources
A $25 Hannaford gift card
Infant Gathering Group
Every Friday 9:00am-11:00am come when you are able! Designed for 0-12 months but all ages are welcome. Babies first year is hard! Connect with other new parents in a space designed for you and your little!
Sensory toys
Low lighting
Snacks provided
Connect with other parents going through similar stages of life
Ages and Stages education available!
Cooperative Co-Parenting
A 4 week course for parents & caregivers navigating separation or divorce. Learn how to:
Understand the impact of parental conflict on children
Allow children to love both parents
Have cooperative communication
Discuss without argument
Make co-parenting decisions in the children’s best interest
Wednesdays 5:30PM - 7:30 PM on Zoom. Sign up Here
Playgroup at the Thomaston Public Library
Wednesdays 10:30AM - 12:00PM at the Thomaston Public Library Gymnasium
60 Main Street, Thomaston ME (Academy Building)
For children 0-5 & their caregivers.
Snacks provided!
Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
A weekly online series for parents & caregivers. Learn about:
Communication
Guiding Behavior
Setting Boundaries
Problem-solving
Managing Stress
Self-esteem
Join any week, come as you’re able. Register HERE
Infant Gathering Group
Every Friday 9:00am-11:00am come when you are able! Designed for 0-12 months but all ages are welcome. Babies first year is hard! Connect with other new parents in a space designed for you and your little!
Sensory toys
Low lighting
Snacks provided
Connect with other parents going through similar stages of life
Ages and Stages education available!