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

July Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Introduction to Sea Kayaking Monday, July 3, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Beach by Belfast Boathouse, 34 Commercial Street, Belfast With the miles of coastline and many lakes in Maine, kayaking is a great way to stay active. Join us for a leisurely tour of our beautiful Midcoast with Maine Sport Outfitters’ 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. $30 registration fee is required and includes tandem kayak and gear. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Open Meditation Wednesdays, July 5 - 26, 12:30 to 1:00 p.m.

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

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

Take Charge: Be Tobacco Free Wednesdays, July 5 – August 9, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

(No class August 2) Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast You were tobacco free once; with a plan and support, you can be again. Join this class to explore tobacco dependence, learn ways to overcome cravings and environmental triggers, discuss medication options and provide social support. You will develop a plan and gain tools to increase your confidence in your new tobacco-free life. $20 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

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Introduction to Sea Kayaking Wednesday, July 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Maine Sport Outfitters Kiosk, Camden Harbor, Camden With the miles of coastline and many lakes in Maine, kayaking is a great way to stay active. Join us for a leisurely tour of our beautiful Midcoast with Maine Sport Outfitters’ 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. $30 registration fee is required and includes tandem kayak and gears. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Family Caregiver Education & Support Group Thursday, July 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. Share your wisdom and experiences, 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 SpencerSmith, LCSW. For more information, please call 930-2500, ext. 4795.

Delicious Summer Sides Thursday, July 6, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Are you looking to impress your family and friends at your next picnic or gathering? Join us as we add a splash of color and new flavors to your table. These side dishes are so healthy and delicious that everyone will be asking you for the recipe! $10 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

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

Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room C, Ground Floor 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 penbaywaldo.coursestorm.com. *Click

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Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, July 8, 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 penbaywaldo.coursestorm.com to register.

Noon Yoga Mondays, July 10 – August 28, noon to 1:00 p.m.

Knox Center, 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. $50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Practical Plant-Based Cooking Mondays, July 10 & 17, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Lincolnville Community Building, 18 Searsmont Road, Lincolnville Are you curious about what it means to eat a plant-based diet? It does not mean that you are a vegetarian. Join us for Practical Plant-Based Cooking to explore the ease and health benefits of eating more plants than animals. Made possible by a generous grant from the Walmart Foundation. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

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Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, July 11 - 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. *Click

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Learn to Be Sugar Savvy Tuesdays, July 11 & 18, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Belfast Boathouse, 34 Commercial Street, Belfast Even if you don’t think you have much of a sweet tooth, you’re likely eating more sugar than you realize. Join us for Learn to Be Sugar Savvy to learn how to identify sources of added sugar in your diet and explore options for healthy alternatives. 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.

Community Karate Tuesdays, July 11 – September 26, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Unity College, 90 Quaker Hill Road, Unity 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, families welcome. $75 registration fee is required. Family discounts available. No previous karate experience required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Delicious Summer Sides Tuesday, July 11, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Stockton Springs Town Office, 217 Main Street, Stockton Springs Are you looking to impress your family and friends at your next picnic or gathering? Join us as we add a splash of color and new flavors to your table. These side dishes are so healthy and delicious that everyone will be asking you for the recipe! $10 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Noon Yoga Wednesdays, July 12 – September 6, noon to 1:00 p.m.

(No class August 2) University of Maine Hutchinson Center, 80 Belmont Avenue, Belfast 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. $50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. *Click event title for more information

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Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Education & Support Group Wednesday, July 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. Facilitated by social worker, Margie Spencer-Smith, LCSW. SUP for Beginners Wednesday, July 12, 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. Children ages 14 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. $20 registration fee is required.

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

Successful Breastfeeding Class Saturday, July 15, 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 penbaywaldo.coursestorm.com to register.

Breastfeeding Support Group Saturday, July 15, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Meet other new mothers who are breastfeeding. The group offers support and guidance to breastfeeding mothers from certified lactation consultants and certified lactation counselors. Siblings are welcome. For more information, please contact WCGH lactation services at 338-2500 ext. 4109.

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Frozen Summer Treats Monday, July 17, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Beat the heat with these cool and healthy summer treats that your whole family will enjoy. Have fun and awaken your taste buds as we turn your favorite fruits into homemade frozen treats including sorbets, popsicles, ice cream and more. This class is kid-friendly. $10 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Restorative Yoga Tuesdays, July 18 – September 12, 4:30 to 5:45 p.m.

(No class August 1) Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast Yoga is a gentle way to improve your physical and mental well-being.

This class will help you stretch and strengthen your muscles, gain flexibility, improve balance, reduce stress, improve join mobility and relax. Appropriate for anyone regardless of yoga experience. $50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Martial Arts for Kids Tuesdays, July 18 – September 19 Ages 3 – 6, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

Ages 7 – 11, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Nativity Lutheran Church, 179 Old County Road, 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. $62.50 registration fee is required. Family discounts available. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, July 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.

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The Camden Historical Walking Tour in Pictures Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden, Maine In this slide-illustrated presentation of the popular Camden Historical Walking Tour, David P. Jackson of Camden Public Library and Amy Rollins of the Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce cover the Amphitheater, business district and other landmarks. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events.

Free Concert - Cassatt String Quartet Wednesdays, July 19, 2:30 to 3:15 p.m.

Best Cafe, Waldo County General Hospital, 118 Northport Ave, Belfast Acclaimed as one of America’s outstanding ensembles, the Manhattan-based Cassatt String Quartet has performed throughout North America, Europe and the Far East. Join WCGH colleagues and patients for a free concert in the Best Café.

Martial Arts for Kids Wednesdays, July 19 – September 20 Ages 3 – 6, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

Ages 7 – 11, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The Varney Community Building, 24 Veterans Highway, 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. $62.50 registration fee is required. Family discounts Restorative Yoga Wednesdays, July 19 – September 13, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

(No class August 2) Thomaston Yoga Studio, 185 Main Street, Thomaston Yoga is a gentle way to improve your physical and mental well-being.

This class will help you stretch and strengthen your muscles, gain flexibility, improve balance, reduce stress, improve joint mobility and relax. Appropriate for anyone regardless of yoga experience. $50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. *Click event title for more information

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Introduction to Sea Kayaking Wednesday, July 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Maine Sport Outfitters Kiosk, Camden Harbor, Camden With the miles of coastline and many lakes in Maine, kayaking is a great way to stay active. Join us for a leisurely tour of our beautiful Midcoast with Maine Sport Outfitters’ 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. $30 registration fee is required and includes tandem kayak and gear. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Thursday, July 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.

Declutter Your Life Thursday, July 20, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Stockton Springs Town Office, 217 Main Street, Stockton Springs Do you feel like your life is in need of some decluttering? Join us 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 visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free.

Hypnobirthing Thursdays, July 20 – August 17, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room C 4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport Mothers and their partners learn techniques for safe and satisfying birthing through guided imagery, visualization and special breathing.

A tour of the birth center is included. $125 for mom and partner for the five week class. Registration required, please call 921-8345 or visit penbaywaldo.coursestorm.com. *Click

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Open House: Cottages at Quarry Hill Saturday, July 22, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

30 Community Drive, Camden Tour Quarry Hill cottages that are currently available for purchase or rental, meet with staff members and residents, and collect information concerning pricing, services and more.

Walking Meditation Monday, July 24, noon to 1:00 p.m.

Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street, Belfast Bringing mindfulness into our natural activities, like walking, can be immensely relaxing. Join Health & Wellness Coach Barbara Crowley to practice a new way of meditating. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth. coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

On-the-Go Breakfasts Tuesdays, July 25 & August 1, 8:00 to 9:30 a.m.

Salvation Army, 27 Payne Avenue, Rockland Are you in a breakfast rut and looking for some quick and tasty options to get you off on the right foot? Join On-the-Go Breakfasts for some healthy breakfast inspiration. 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.

Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, July 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.

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Practical Plant-Based Cooking Wednesdays, July 26 & August 2, 10:00 a.m. to noon Second Congregational Church, 252 Main Street, Warren Are you curious about what it means to eat a plant-based diet? It does not mean that you are a vegetarian. Join us for Practical Plant-Based Cooking to explore the ease and health benefits of eating more plants than animals. Made possible by a generous grant from the Walmart Foundation. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.

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Penobscot Shores’ Enrichment Series The Latest on Prevention and Treatment of Skin Cancer Wednesday, July 26, 2017, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Penobscot Shores, 10 Shoreland Drive, Belfast, Maine Kerry Lavigne, MD, FAAD, of Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital will focus on what older adults can do to reduce their risk of skin cancer; review treatment options; and explain the benefits of Mohs micrographic surgery, the highly regarded approach to skin-cancer removal in which Dr. Lavigne specializes.

Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration required; 338-2332.

SUP for Beginners Wednesday, July 26, 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. Children ages 14 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. $20 registration fee is required.

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

Free Varicose Vein Screening Wednesday, July 26, 5:30 p.m.

Pen Bay Surgery and Wound Healing Center 4 Glen Cove Drive, Suite 103, Rockport Do you have varicose veins? Have them evaluated before summer is over. Pen Bay Surgery with Julie White, MD will be hosting a free vein screening. Please call 921-5722 to schedule your appointment. *Click

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Self Defense Basics Mondays, July 31 – August 21, 5:30 to 6:30 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 four-session class to learn a system of practical, proven self-defense techniques and strategies for personal safety. $25 registration fee is required.

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

Introduction to Sea Kayaking Monday, July 31, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Beach by Belfast Boathouse, 34 Commercial Street, Belfast With the miles of coastline and many lakes in Maine, kayaking is a great way to stay active. Join us for a leisurely tour of our beautiful Midcoast with Maine Sport Outfitters’ 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. $30 registration fee is required and includes tandem kayak and gear. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.

Midcoast Breast Cancer Classic Friday, August 11, 9:00 a.m. | Register by Tuesday, August 1 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 and to register, please visit penbaywaldofoundation.org. To support or sponsor the 2017 Midcoast Breast Cancer Classic, please contact Jamie Geretz at jegeretz@pbmc.org or at 207-921-6707. For more information on how to apply for financial assistance from this fund, please contact Catherine Athay in the Pen Bay Medical Center Cancer Care Center at 207-921-8977.

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Summer SoirĂŠe Saturday, August 19, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Hedges Hall Pavilion, Point Lookout, 67 Atlantic HWY, Northport Please join the Pen Bay Waldo Heathcare Foundation for a western themed BBQ. Proceeds to benefit capital investments at Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital. For more information and to purchase tickets (by August 7), please visit us online at penbaywaldofoundation.org.

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 pbmc.org or wcgh.org

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