Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital April Events Calendar

April Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Spring Baby Fair Saturday, April 1, 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Troy Howard Middle School, 175 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast Buy and sell new and used clothing for infants and children (up to size 12) toys, books, furniture and more. $1 admission charge for adults.

Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, April 1, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 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 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

The Inflatable Colon Monday, April 3, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast Patients, families and the public are invited to get the latest updates on prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and care of colon cancer. Refreshments will be served.

Noon Yoga Mondays, April 3 – May 15, noon to 1:00 p.m.

No class April 24 Knox Center, Rockland Room, 6 White Street, Rockland Escape and refresh on your lunch break with our certified yoga instructors in this gentle yoga class. Each hour-long class will help you stretch and strengthen your muscles while you reduce stress and recharge for the rest of your day. No yoga experience required.

Registration is required and the fee is $37.50. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

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Am I Hungry?

Mondays, April 3 – May 22, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast Maybe you’ve attended weekly meetings, eliminated entire food groups, logged your food and exercise into an app, or any of a thousand other so called “solutions.” Where has that gotten you? Are you frustrated, feeling guilty or even more focused on food than you were before? There may be one expert you haven’t listened to yet – you! Join Certified Health & Wellness Coach Hester Kohl for this eight-session class to learn about mindful eating; how to identify when you are full, eating mindlessly or with your emotions; and learn practical tools and strategies to help you make the best decisions for you. Registration is required and the fee is $80. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Practical Plant Based Cooking Mondays, April 3 & 10, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Are you curious about what it means to eat a plant-based diet? It does not mean that you are a vegetarian. Join this free two-session class, part of our Cooking for Health series, to explore the practicality and health benefits of eating more plants than animals. Prepare and enjoy budget-friendly recipes and learn new skills to begin taking steps to better health. Made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. Space is limited so pre-registration is required.

Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free.

Introduction to Meditation Mondays, April 3 – 24, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Edna Drinkwater School, 56 Bayside Road, Northport Are you interested in meditation but don’t know where to begin? Join Health & Wellness Educator Barbara Crowley for this three-session series to learn about meditation: what it is; the physical, mental and spiritual benefits of practicing; and how to incorporate it into your life.

Registration is required and the fee is $15. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

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Foxtrot I Mondays, April 3 – 24, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Are you looking for a fun way to get some exercise? Do you want to dance to classic songs performed by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Michael Buble? Join our beginner class to learn basic foxtrot steps you can use at weddings, parties and even in your own living room.

Individuals and couples welcome; no previous dance experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $25/individual or $35/couple. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, April 4, noon to 1:45 p.m.

Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Free & open to those living with Parkinson’s, their family members and caregivers. Meetings typically feature an educational component, followed by small-group discussion. Please call Cassie Walters at 596-3978 for more information.

Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, April 4 – 25, 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. Drop-in group, please call 921-8345 for more information.

Just for Kids Yoga (Ages 5 – 8) Tuesdays, April 4 – May 23, 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.

No class April 18 & 25 St. George Municipal School Unit, 65 Main Street, St. George Traditionally, children are introduced to yoga through stories, songs and games. Jessica Shephard, certified yoga instructor, will continue this practice in this six-week class, where your children will move in and out of yoga poses joyfully and explore stories that teach us about happiness, sadness, anger, love and much more. Registration is required and the fee is $37.50; family discounts available. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. *Click

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Just for Kids Yoga (Ages 9 – 12) Tuesdays, April 4 – May 23, 3:45 to 4:30 p.m.

No class April 18 & 25 St. George Municipal School Unit, 65 Main Street, St. George Traditionally, children are introduced to yoga through stories, songs and games. Jessica Shephard, certified yoga instructor, will continue this practice in this six-week class, where your children will move in and out of yoga poses joyfully and explore stories that teach us about happiness, sadness, anger, love and much more. Registration is required and the fee is $37.50; family discounts available. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Community Karate Tuesdays, April 4 – June 27, 5:00 to 6:15 p.m.

No class April 11 Unity Barn Raisers, 32 School Street, Unity Come one, come all to learn the basics of karate with Certified Karate Instructor Aaron Taylor. Experience the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of traditional karate. This class is appropriate for participants ages 7 and older. Great for families. Registration is required and the fee is $75; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register.

Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 3 – 6) Tuesdays, April 4 – June 13, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

No class April 18 Camden Rockport Elementary School, 11 Children’s Way, Rockport Are you looking for an activity to channel your child’s abundance of energy? If so, sign them up for this class with Master Randy Gelo.

Not only will your child have fun, but he or she will learn self-discipline as well as how to work with others. No previous martial arts experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $62.50; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, April 4, 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. *Click event title for more information

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Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 7 – 11) Tuesdays, April 4 – June 13, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

No class April 18 Camden Rockport Elementary School, 11 Children’s Way, Rockport Are you looking for an activity to channel your child’s abundance of energy? If so, sign them up for this class with Master Randy Gelo.

Not only will your child have fun, but he or she will learn self-discipline as well as how to work with others. No previous martial arts experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $62.50; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Weekly Meditation Series Wednesdays, April 5 – 26, 12:30 to 1:00 p.m.

Biscone Medical Building, Community Room, 119 Northport Avenue Practice the art of meditation and learn to use it to manage your stress.

No experience necessary. Drop-ins welcome. No registration required.

Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 3 – 6) Wednesdays, April 5 – June 14, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

No class April 19 Morse Memorial School, 27 School Street, Brooks Are you looking for an activity to channel your child’s abundance of energy? If so, sign them up for this class with Master Randy Gelo.

Not only will your child have fun, but he or she will learn self-discipline as well as how to work with others. No previous martial arts experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $62.50; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 7 – 11) Wednesdays, April 5 – June 14, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

No class April 19 Morse Memorial School, 27 School Street, Brooks Are you looking for an activity to channel your child’s abundance of energy? If so, sign them up for this class with Master Randy Gelo.

Not only will your child have fun, but he or she will learn self-discipline as well as how to work with others. No previous martial arts experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $62.50; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. *Click

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Breastfeeding Basics Thursday, April 6, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room C 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. $25 for mom and partner. Registration required, please call 921-8345 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com.

Dance for Everyone Thursdays, April 6 – 27, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church, 33 Chestnut Street, Camden Come experience this four-session dance program designed specifically for people with movement difficulties that combines accessible dance moves and opportunities to explore one’s natural creativity through movement. Dance steps and inspiring music are carefully chosen by instructor Katie Tranzillo so that participants feel comfortable, safe and graceful. Participants are encouraged to bring a friend, family member or caregiver to join in the fun for free. Registration is required and the fee is $25. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Family Caregiver Education & Support Group Thursday, April 6, 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.

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Indoor Gardening Basics Thursday, April 6, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road, Lincolnville Nothing beats the flavor of garden fresh vegetables. Growing your own can be fun and help you save money while providing healthy produce for you and your family year-round. In this workshop, you will learn how to grow edible greens and sprouts right inside your very own house. No matter what time of year it is, you can grow these healthy and inexpensive tasty greens. You’ll leave with our gift to you – seeds to start your very own indoor home garden! Registration is required and the fee is $10. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 3 – 6) Thursdays, April 6 – June 15, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

No class April 20 East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Are you looking for an activity to channel your child’s abundance of energy? If so, sign them up for this class with Master Randy Gelo.

Not only will your child have fun, but he or she will learn self-discipline as well as how to work with others. No previous martial arts experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $62.50; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 7 – 11) Thursdays, April 6 – June 15, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

No class April 20 East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Are you looking for an activity to channel your child’s abundance of energy? If so, sign them up for this class with Master Randy Gelo.

Not only will your child have fun, but he or she will learn self-discipline as well as how to work with others. No previous martial arts experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $62.50; family discounts available. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

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Salsa Basics Thursdays, April 6 – 27, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Are you looking for a fun and energetic way to get moving? Join us to learn the salsa, a spicy Latin dance filled with spins, crisp turns and great music. Individuals and couples welcome. No previous dance experience required. Registration is required and the fee is $25/individual or $35/couple. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Practical Plant Based Cooking Tuesdays, April 11 & 18, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

St. George Town Office, 3 School Street, St. George Are you curious about what it means to eat a plant-based diet? It does not mean that you are a vegetarian. Join this free two-session class, part of our Cooking for Health series, to explore the practicality and health benefits of eating more plants than animals. Prepare and enjoy budget-friendly recipes and learn new skills to begin taking steps to better health. Made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. Space is limited so pre-registration is required.

Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free.

Practical Plant Based Cooking Tuesdays, April 11 & 18, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Liberty Community Hall, 3 Serenity Lane, Liberty Are you curious about what it means to eat a plant-based diet? It does not mean that you are a vegetarian. Join this free two-session class, part of our Cooking for Health series, to explore the practicality and health benefits of eating more plants than animals. Prepare and enjoy budget-friendly recipes and learn new skills to begin taking steps to better health. Made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. Space is limited so pre-registration is required.

Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free.

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Get 5k Ready!

Tuesdays, April 11 – May 30, 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Belfast Rail Trail, 501 High Street, Belfast Have you always wanted to complete a 5k? With proper training, it is possible! Join Personal Trainer Rachael McCormick for an eight-week program that will gradually help you build your endurance and strength, as well as provide you tips and techniques to make your first 5k or your next 5k not only fun, but successful. Participants in this class will receive a registration discount for the Coastal Mountains Land Trust 5k on June 3 at the Belfast Rail Trail.

Registration is required and the fee for this class is $40; family discounts available. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Education & Support Group Wednesday, April 12, 1:15 to 2:45 pm Home Health Conference Room, 125 Northport Avenue, Belfast Group meets monthly and is for adults with Parkinson’s disease and their families and friends. Come share your wisdom and experiences with others, while learning more about how you can live better with Parkinson’s. Brooke Reed MS, RD, LD, a senior clinical dietitian at Waldo County General Hospital, will talk about the importance of good nutrition in Parkinson’s disease and discuss several dietary interventions that may help alleviate some of the disease-related symptoms. Facilitated by social worker, Margie Spencer-Smith, LCSW. Practical Plant Based Cooking Wednesdays, April 12 & 19, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Varney Community Building, 24 Veterans Highway, Brooks Are you curious about what it means to eat a plant-based diet? It does not mean that you are a vegetarian. Join this free two-session class, part of our Cooking for Health series, to explore the practicality and health benefits of eating more plants than animals. Prepare and enjoy budget-friendly recipes and learn new skills to begin taking steps to better health. Made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. Space is limited so pre-registration is required.

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Indoor Gardening Basics Thursday, April 13, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Sweet Tree Arts, 4 Church Street, Hope Nothing beats the flavor of garden fresh vegetables. Growing your own can be fun and help you save money while providing healthy produce for you and your family year-round. In this workshop, you will learn how to grow edible greens and sprouts right inside your very own house, no matter what time of year it is. You’ll leave with our gift to you – seeds to start your very own indoor home garden. Registration is required and the fee is $10. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register.

Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, April 18, 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 to register.

Advance Care Planning Open House Wednesday, April 19, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Lincolnville Health Center 2399 Atlantic Highway (Route 1), Lincolnville Does your family know your wishes for end-of-life care? An advance directive ensures that your wishes are followed even if you can’t communicate them. Ask questions and receive assistance with filling out your advance directives at our open house.

The Maine Home Front in World War I Wednesday, April 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden, Maine Maine State Historian Earle Shettleworth tells how Maine people on the home front supported troops overseas by purchasing bonds, knitting socks and more. Free and open to adults age 50-plus.

Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events.

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Declutter Your Life Wednesdays, April 19 & 26, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Do you feel like your life may be in need of some spring cleaning? Do you feel a bit stressed, or that you’re just not on your “A” game? If so, join the Community Health & Wellness team for this two-session class to learn to identify physical and mental clutter and strategies to clear your space – and your mind – to get back to your best self. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. Free.

Reframing Your Mindset Wednesday, April 19, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

University of Maine Hutchinson Center, 80 Belmont Avenue, Belfast Life and all that comes with it can be very rewarding, but it can also include stressful times. During these stressful times, you might feel overwhelmed and shift to a more negative frame of mind. Join Joanna Calderwood, certified clinical hypnotherapist, to learn techniques to help you shift to a more positive outlook so you can live a happier, healthier life. Registration is required and the fee is $6. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Thursday, April 20, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

(Third Thursday of each month) Knox Center, Rockland Room, 6 White Street, Rockland 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.

WCGH Aid Spring Yard Sale Saturday, April 22, 8:00 a.m. to Noon United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 23 Mill Lane, Belfast Rain or shine. Among the items expected to be on sale are furniture, crafts and holiday items, books, puzzles, toys, jewelry, plants and white elephant items. If you have any of the items listed above that you would like to donate for the yard sale, please drop them off at the Fellowship Hall on Friday, April 21, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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Successful Breastfeeding Class Saturday, April 22, 10:00 a.m. to noon 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 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, April 25, 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 Wednesday, April 26, 12:30 to 1:00 p.m.

PBMC Community Wellness Trail, starting outside Pen Bay Urology 3 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport Looking for a group activity for that extra support to get up and go?

Join Community Health & Wellness staff for a guided walk along the PBMC Community Wellness Trail. Free and open to all, weather permitting. No registration required. Please call 921-3950 for more information.

Women After 50: Spring-ing Forward!

Thursday, April 27, 9:00 a.m. to noon Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden, Maine Clinical herbalist Jillian Kelsey-Rose and life coach Nancy Lubin, CPCC, CA, come together in a spring-themed event aimed at helping women refresh and reimagine their lives. Kelsey-Rose will show how herbal medicines can promote emotional, physical and spiritual balance; while Lubin offers ways to “spring-clean� the mind and spirit for renewed creativity and purpose. Free and open to women age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events.

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AARP Driver Safety Course Friday, April 28, 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden, Maine Presented by instructor Paul Sheridan, AARP’s Smart Driver curriculum for adults age 50-plus covers defensive driving, rules of the road, recent changes in automotive technology and more. Maine drivers age 55 and older who complete the course qualify for a discount on auto-insurance premiums. $15 for AARP members; $20 for nonmembers. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events.

Free Senior Health Fair Friday, April 28, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Penobscot Shores Retirement Community 10 Shoreland Drive, Belfast Free screenings, vendors and informational booths. Please call 338-2332 for more details.

Healthy and Well Women's Conference Saturday, May 6, RSVP by April 26, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Point Lookout, 67 Atlantic Hwy, Northport Presented by LincolnHealth, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital. Please join us for this free half-day event focused on the health and wellness of women of all ages. Come learn about practices that can enhance your health and happiness, the impact women have on the health of their families and communities and much more. Have your health questions addressed by our providers and visit our vendor expo area. Registration is required by April 26, as space is limited. To review the agenda and register, please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 207-921-3950.

For a full list of our upcoming events, please visit us online at penbayhealthcare.org or wcgh.org

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