August
Events
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Stretch Around Mondays & Fridays, August 1 - 29, 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. Bolero for Beginners Mondays, August 1 & 8, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Bolero is the slowest of all the Latin dances, with sweeping movements that rise and fall like the Waltz. Join Hester Kohl to learn the simple steps of this romantic dance. Individuals and pairs welcome. No experience necessary. Registration is required and is $10/individual or $15/couple. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. August Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, August 2, Noon to 1:45 p.m. Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Presenter Jeff Weinberger, guitar and ukulele instructor at the Bay Chamber School of Music in Rockport, will describe the physical and emotional benefits of music for those with Parkinson’s—and offer participants an opportunity to make a little music themselves. Free and open to those living with Parkinson’s, their family members and caregivers. Please call Carol Witham at 594-1637 for more information.
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Events: August
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Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, August 2 - 30, 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. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-8345 to register. Cardio Splash Tuesdays, August 2 - 23, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Belfast City Park Pool, Northport Avenue, Belfast Jump into summer and the pool with personal trainer Mirja Pitkin. Enjoy a fun, low-impact aerobic workout while splashing around in the pool. Appropriate for all fitness levels. Registration is required and is $20 for 4 sessions. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, August 2, 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. Introduction to Sea Kayaking Wednesday, August 3, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Camden Harbor, Leaving from Maine Sport Outfitters Kiosk With miles of coastline and many lakes in Maine, kayaking is a great way to stay active. Join us for a leisurely tour of beautiful Camden Harbor with Registered Maine Guides. Basic paddling and safety instructions will be provided. Children ages 10 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Weather permitting. Registration is required and is $20/person which includes kayaks and gear. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.
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Events: August
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Everybody Dance Thursdays, August 4 – 25, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 33 Chestnut Street, Camden Come join us in this joyful dance program designed specifically for people with movement difficulties. Experience the mood-lifting power of music and dance in this four-session class with instructor Katie Tranzillo. Registration is required and is $25 for 4 sessions; participants are encouraged to bring a friend, family member or caregiver to join in the fun for free. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Family Caregiver Education & Support Group Thursday, August 4, 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. Everybody Dance Thursdays, August 4 – 25, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Come join us in this joyful dance program designed specifically for people with movement difficulties. Experience the mood-lifting power of music and dance in this four-session class with instructor Katie Tranzillo. Registration is required and is $25 for 4 sessions; participants are encouraged to bring a friend, family member or caregiver to join in the fun for free. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Summer Tea and Retro Style Show Thursday, August 4, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. 18 Bayside Drive, Belfast The Hospital Aid will hold its Summer Tea and Retro Style Show at the home of George and Marcia Smith. Lemonade, iced tea and light refreshments will be served. There will be a fun fashion show of low-cost outfits and accessories available for purchase. For more information, please call 930-6739. *Click event title for more information
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Events: August
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Smoothies: Nutrition on the Run Thursday, August 4, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Looking for a tasty way to add more fruits and vegetables into your diet? Try a smoothie! Join the Community Health & Wellness team to try 4 smoothie recipes that maximize both nutrition and taste and make a cool summer snack or healthy breakfast on the go. Registration is required and is $10. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Energizing Martial Arts Thursdays, August 4 – September 8, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Are you looking for something new and fun to help get you moving and increase your heart rate? Join Master Randy Gelo for this 6-week beginner class to increase your heart health, strength, flexibility and energy level with martial arts movements. No previous experience required. Registration is required and is $37.50 for 6 sessions. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Energizing Martial Arts Mondays, August 8 – September 19 (no class Sept. 5), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Are you looking for something new and fun to help get you moving and increase your heart rate? Join Master Randy Gelo for this 6-week beginner class to increase your heart health, strength, flexibility and energy level with martial arts movements. No previous experience required. Registration is required and is $37.50 for 6 sessions. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Successful Breastfeeding Class Monday, August 8, 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 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. *Click event title for more information
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Events: August
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The Basics of Self Defense Mondays, August 8 – September 19 (no class Sept. 5), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Do you want to gain confidence and feel aware, prepared, and ready to handle any situation? Join Master Randy Gelo for this 6-session class to learn a system of practical, proven self-defense techniques and strategies for personal safety. Registration is required and is $37.50 for 6 sessions. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Education & Support Group Tuesday, August 9, 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. SUP for Beginners Wednesday, August 10, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Shirt Tail Point, Megunticook River, Route 105, Camden Want to try stand up paddle boarding (SUP)? Join us on scenic Megunticook River with Maine Sport Outfitters to learn basic SUP skills including strokes needed to control the board and how to get on and off the board safely. Weather permitting. Registration is required and is $20/person and includes all gear. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. Midcoast Breast Cancer Classic Friday, August 12, 9:00 a.m. shot gun start Rockland Golf Club, 606 Old County Road, Rockland An annual community fundraiser benefiting breast cancer patients of Pen Bay Medical Center hosted by the Rockland Women’s Golf Association with the support of the Pen Bay Waldo Healthcare Foundation. For more information please visit penbayhealthcare.org/golf. To support or sponsor the 2016 Midcoast Breast Cancer Classic, please contact Jamie Geretz at jegeretz@penbayhealthcare.org or 207-921-6707. For more information on how to apply for financial assistance from this fund, please contact Ginny Vaitones in the PBMC Cancer Care Center at 207-921-8977. *Click event title for more information
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Events: August
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Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, August 13, 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. Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, August 16, 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. Hootenanies to Rock and Roll: A Musical History of Swan’s Island Wednesday, August 17, 10:30 a.m. to Noon Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden After a fire ravaged Swan’s Island’s historical collection, personal historian Meghan Vigeant stepped in to help re-document the community’s unique past. In this presentation, she highlights the island’s musical traditions. Registration is required; please call 921-6116 or visit quarryhill.org/news-and-events to register. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Introduction to Meditation Wednesdays, August 17 – 31, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Nativity Lutheran Church, 179 Old County Road, Rockport Are you interested in meditation but don’t know where to begin? Join health & wellness coach Barbara Crowley for this three-session series to learn about meditation: what it is; the physical, mental and spiritual health benefits of practicing; and how to incorporate it into your life. Registration is required and is $15 for the series. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.
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Events: August
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Smoothies: Nutrition on the Run Monday, August 22, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Looking for a tasty way to add more fruits and vegetables into your diet? Try a smoothie! Join the Community Health & Wellness team to try 4 smoothie recipes that maximize both nutrition and taste and make a cool summer snack or healthy breakfast on the go. Registration is required and is $10. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Bachata for Beginners Mondays, August 22 & 29, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast Fast, easy and fun to learn, the Bachata is the perfect beginner Latin dance. Join Hester Kohl for this fun two-session dance class and learn to shake your hips and move your feet. Individuals and pairs welcome. No experience necessary. Registration is required and is $10/individual or $15/couple. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, August 23, 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. Sibling Class The Pen Bay Medical Center Birthing Center offers a free Sibling Class by appointment only. Children will learn about newborns and how to interact with them. Some safety lessons will be shared along with a discussion of their new role as big brothers and big sisters. Please call 921-8345 to schedule a time or 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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