June
Events
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Healthy Kid Approved Snacks Wednesday, June 1, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Troy Howard Middle School Gym, 173 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast Are you and your child tired of the same old lunch and snacks? Then bring your whole family to this hands-on snack making workshop with Linda Hartkopf, Let’s Go! Waldo County Coordinator where you will learn new ways to organize your child’s lunch box and create healthy snacks that are fun to make and eat. Registration fee is $5/child (family discounts available). Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Family Caregiver Education & Support Group Thursday, June 2, Noon to 1:00 p.m. Home Health Conference Room, 125 Northport Avenue, Belfast The group meets monthly and is for all family caregivers, including those caring for family members with Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Come share your wisdom and experiences with other people who are caregivers, while learning more about how you can do the job effectively and keep yourself healthy at the same time. The group is facilitated by social worker, Margie Spencer-Smith, LCSW. For more information, please call 930-2500, ext. 4795. Journey to Health Walking Club Thursday, June 2, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Belfast Harbor Walk, Start at bottom of Main Street, Belfast Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. *Click event title for more information
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Walking Meditation Thursday, June 2, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Belfast Boathouse, 34 Commercial Street, Belfast Bringing mindfulness into our natural activities can be immensely relaxing. Join health & wellness coach Barbara Crowley to practice taming the wandering mind while walking. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free. Breastfeeding Basics Thursday, June 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (First Thursday of every month) Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room D 4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport This two hour class provides a pre-birth opportunity to ask questions and learn about breastfeeding and returning to work. $17 for mom and partner. Registration required, please call 921-8345. StretchAround Mondays & Fridays, June 3 - 27, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 95 Court Street, Belfast Designed to include older adults and those with physical limitations. Interactive, social activity and basic movement with balance practice and ball circle. Collaborative activities help maintain strength, balance and coordination. Includes Matter of Balance, Chair Yoga and Brain Gym exercises. Facilitated by Marshall Mittnick and Carolyn Pressley. Free, drop-in class, registration not required. Martial Arts Inspired Fitness Mondays, June 6 - 27, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Are you bored with your current fitness routine and looking for something new and fun to help you stay fit? If so, join Master Randy Gelo for this 4-week beginner class that will utilize martial arts movements that will increase your strength, flexibility and energy level. No martial arts experience is necessary. Registration fee is $25 for 4 sessions. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
June Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, June 7, Noon to 1:45 p.m. Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Back by popular demand, instructor Tina Lee, LMT, continues her discussion of the benefits of “laughter yoga” for mind, body and soul. Free and open to those living with Parkinson’s, their family members and caregivers. Registration not required. For more information, please contact Carol Witham at 594-1637. Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, June 7 - 28, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Pen Bay Medical Center, Chapel Room, 6 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport A support group for breastfeeding families. The informal group provides interaction as well as individual assistance when needed. Women wanting more information about breastfeeding are also welcome. Facilitated by a lactation consultant from OB/GYN. This class is free. For more information, please call 921-8345. Journey to Health Walking Club Tuesday, June 7, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Erickson Fields Preserve, 124 West Street, Rockport Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. Pound® Tuesdays, June 7 - 28, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Midcoast Recreation Center, 535 West Street, Rockport Channel your inner rock star as you become one with the music in this exhilarating full-body workout inspired by the energizing and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. Burn stress and gain strength with instructor Nicki Dunbar. Modifications provided for beginners. Registration fee is $25 for the 4-week class. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Waltz for Beginners Tuesdays, June 7 - 28, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. East Belfast School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Do you remember Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, or are you a fan of Dancing with the Stars? Now you can learn this beautiful dance that has been popular for centuries by joining our 4-week beginner waltz series. Individuals and couples welcome. No experience necessary. Registration fee is $20/individuals or $30/couples. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, June 7, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden The Alzheimer’s Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. For details, please contact Cheri Alexander, LSW at 921-6237. Be Tobacco Free with Hypnotherapy Wednesdays, June 8 - 22, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast This three session group smoking cessation program utilizing hypnotherapy can assist you in taking charge of your health, your life and becoming a non-smoker. In this program, you will explore and identify what personal need is satisfied by smoking (physical and mental), learn how to overcome triggers for smoking and increase your confidence in your new tobacco free life. Registration fee is $50 for 3 sessions. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please register online at journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Martial Arts Inspired Fitness Wednesdays, June 8 - 29, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Troy Howard Middle School, 173 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast Are you bored with your current fitness routine and looking for something new and fun to help you stay fit? If so, join Master Randy Gelo for this 4-week beginner class that will utilize martial arts movements that will increase your strength, flexibility and energy level. No martial arts experience is necessary. Registration fee is $25 for 4 sessions. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Stress Reduction with Acupressure Wednesdays, June 8 & 15, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Picker Family Resource Center, 756 Commercial Street, Rockport Acupressure is a simple and effective way to alleviate stress and enhance well-being. It stems from a long tradition of Chinese medicine that uses pressure points to stimulate the body to heal itself. This class will introduce the principles behind acupressure and provide basic training on how to use acupressure for yourself. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free. Bag Ali Sale Thursday, June 9, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday, June 10, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Handbag and accessories sale to benefit Waldo County General Hospital Aid. Includes leather and fashion handbags, briefcases, totes, men's and women's wallets, evening bags, backpacks and scarves. Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express accepted. Open to the public. For more information, please call 930-6739.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Journey to Health Walking Club Thursday, June 9, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sears Island, Starting at the Sears Island Road parking lot, Searsport Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, June 11, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital, 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Topics covered include signs of labor, what to expect at the hospital, stages of labor, pain relief options including relaxation, breathing, medications, epidural, complications, Caesarean birth and other questions you may have. Registration required, please call 338-9348. Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Education & Support Group Tuesday, June 14, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Home Health Conference Room, 125 Northport Avenue, Belfast The group meets monthly and is for adults with Parkinson’s disease and their families and friends. Barbara Crowley, RN, will present at the session and focus on mindfulness presence. Come share your wisdom and experiences with others, while learning more about how you can live better with Parkinson’s. Facilitated by social worker, Margie SpencerSmith, LCSW. For more information, please call 930-2500 ext. 4795. Journey to Health Walking Club Tuesday, June 14, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Beech Hill Preserve, Start at Beech Hill Road Trailhead, Rockport Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
A Walk on the Inca Trail Wednesday, June 15, 10:30 a.m. to Noon Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Henry (Hank) Lunn, M.Ed., chronicles his 2004 trek along the Inca Trail in the Peruvian Andes to Machu Picchu, the ancient “Lost City of the Incas.” Lunn illustrates his remarks with dozens of breathtaking photographs taken during the two-day expedition. Free & open to adults age 50-plus. Registration required; please call 921-6116 or visit us online at www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events. Journey to Health Walking Club Thursday, June 16, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Belfast Rail Trail, Starting at 501 High Street, Belfast Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Waldo County and Thursdays in Knox County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. Healthy Kid Approved Snacks Thursday, June 16, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Penobscot Bay YMCA, 116 Union Street, Rockport Are you and your child tired of the same old lunch and snacks? Then bring your whole family to this hands-on snack making workshop with Adrienne Gallant, Let’s Go! Knox County coordinator where you will learn new ways to organize your child’s lunchbox and create healthy snacks that are fun to make and eat. Registration fee is $5/child (family discounts available). Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Successful Breastfeeding Class Monday, June 20, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Topics to be covered include benefits of breastfeeding, preparing to breastfeed, exploring myths of breastfeeding, breast care, breast milk storage and returning to work. Please call 338-9348 to register.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Journey to Health Walking Club Tuesday, June 21, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Rockland Downtown Walk, Starting behind Rockland Public Library 80 Union Street, Rockland Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, June 21, 6:00 p.m. (Third Tuesday of every month) Picker Family Resource Center, 756 Commercial Street, Rockport Join facilitator Colleen Kinney, LICSW, for a women’s cancer support group. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Space is limited, please call 542-4985 register. Walking Meditation Wednesday, June 22, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Picker Family Resource Center, 756 Commercial Street, Rockport Bringing mindfulness into our natural activities can be immensely relaxing. Join health & wellness coach Barbara Crowley to practice taming the wandering mind while walking. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free. Journey to Health Walking Club Thursday, June 23, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Hospital to Harbor Walk, Starting at 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information.
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Events: June
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, June 28, Noon to 1:00 p.m. (Last Tuesday of every month) Pen Bay Medical Center, 6 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport Held in the Pulmonary Rehab Education Room. Please call 921-8880 for additional information. Journey to Health Walking Club Tuesday, June 28, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Erickson Fields Preserve, 124 West Street, Rockport Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. Delicious Summer Sides Wednesday, June 29, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Celebrate summer with fresh, easy and satisfying side dishes that bring a healthy pop of color to your table. Registration fee is $10. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Journey to Health Walking Club Thursday, June 30, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Little River Trail, Starting at Walsh Field, Route 52, Belfast Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go? Join Community Health & Wellness staff for weekly walks around Knox and Waldo counties. Walks are scheduled for Tuesdays in Knox County and Thursdays in Waldo County, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. Walks are free and open to all. No registration is required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. For a full list of our upcoming events, please visit us online at penbayhealthcare.org or wcgh.org
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