June Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Eating Well with Diabetes Thursdays, June 1 & 8, 10:00 a.m. to noon St. George Town Office, 3 School Street, St. George Boost your healthy cooking confidence by learning easy to prepare foods that are diabetes and family friendly. You will learn diabetes cooking basics, like using herbs and spices to reduce sodium and fat and including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Join us to sample recipes and learn to prepare your own healthy meals at home. Made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free. Family Caregiver Education & Support Group Thursday, June 1, 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 Spencer-Smith, LCSW. For more information, please call 930-2500, ext. 4795. Film Screening: Being Mortal Friday, June 2, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Unity College Center for the Performing Arts, 42 Depot Street, Unity Based on the best-selling book by Dr. Atul Gawande, Being Mortal explores the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness and their relationships with the doctors, nurses and family members who care for them. Following the film screening, we invite you to participate in a panel discussion Advance care planning resources will also be available. All are welcome to attend. Made possible by the Davis Foundation, the Hospice Foundation of America and the Palliative Care Program at PBMC and WCGH. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com for more information or to register.
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Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, June 3, 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. Old Stories, New Meanings: Altered Books Mondays, June 5 – 19, 5:15 to 7:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Explore the art of altering books to find new messages within their pages. Altering books is about taking an old book and making it into something new and all your own. There is no right or wrong; the pages are yours to re-create. Using a wide range of art materials, you can create something amazing. Join Lisa Cohn as you cut, paint, glue, fold, draw, add and subtract. Having fun and freeing your creative self is what this class is all about. Registration is required and the fee is $50. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, June 6, noon to 2:00 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Margarita Llibre Rogers of the Abbvie Parkinson’s Disease Advocate Program will introduce individuals living with Parkinson’s, their families and caregivers to a free service that helps those with the condition participate in the management of their disease. Free and open to those living with Parkinson’s, their family members and caregivers. Please call Cassie Walters at 596-3978 for more information.
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Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, June 6 - 27, 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. Ethics in End-of-Life Care Tuesday, June 6, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room C, Ground Floor 4 Glen Cove Drive Speaker Jessica P. Miller, will talk about the current legal status of end of life health are choices and the major ethical issues involved in end of life treatment decisions. Dr. Miller is the Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Interdisciplinary Programs at the University of Maine. For more information, please call Sarah Dwelley at 921-8301. Registration not required. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, June 6, 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. Journey to Health Walking Club Wednesdays, June 7 & 21, 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 guided walks along the PBMC Community Wellness Trail. Walks are free and open to all, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. No registration required. Please call 921-3950 for more information.
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Open Meditation Wednesdays, June 7 - 28, 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. Fresh Salads in a Jar Wednesday, June 7, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Mason jars aren’t just for canning – they make portable, portioncontrol meals simple and keep salads fresh for up to a week. Join the Community Health & Wellness team to learn how to make tasty mason jar salads. Participants will create their own salads to take home. Registration is required and the fee is $10. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.
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Eating Well with Diabetes Mondays, June 12 & 19, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Liberty Community Hall, 3 Serenity Lane, Liberty Boost your healthy cooking confidence by learning easy to prepare foods that are diabetes and family friendly. You will learn diabetes cooking basics, like using herbs and spices to reduce sodium and fat and including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Join us to sample recipes and learn to prepare your own healthy meals at home. 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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Fresh Salads in a Jar Monday, June 12, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road, Lincolnville Mason jars aren’t just for canning – they make portable, portioncontrol meals simple and keep salads fresh for up to a week. Join the Community Health & Wellness team to learn how to make tasty mason jar salads. Participants will create their own salads to takehome. Registration is required and the fee is $10. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Eating Well with Diabetes Tuesdays, June 13 & 20, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The Varney Community Building, 24 Veterans Highway, Brooks Boost your healthy cooking confidence by learning easy to prepare foods that are diabetes and family friendly. You will learn diabetes cooking basics, like using herbs and spices to reduce sodium and fat and including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Join us to sample recipes and learn to prepare your own healthy meals at home. 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. Eating Well with Diabetes Wednesdays, June 14 & 21, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Boost your healthy cooking confidence by learning easy to prepare foods that are diabetes and family friendly. You will learn diabetes cooking basics, like using herbs and spices to reduce sodium and fat and including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Join us to sample recipes and learn to prepare your own healthy meals at home. 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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Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Education & Support Group Wednesday, June 14, 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. Journey to Health Walking Club Wednesdays, June 14 & 28, 4:30 to 5:00 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 guided walks at the Erickson Fields Preserve Trail. Walks are free and open to all, weather permitting. Walk with us as often as you can. No registration required. Please call 921-3950 for more information. Breastfeeding Basics Wednesday, June 14, 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 journeytohealth.coursestorm.com. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Thursday, June 15, 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.
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Successful Breastfeeding Class Saturday, June 17, 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. Breastfeeding Support Group Saturday, June 17, 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. Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, June 20, 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. Summer Wildflowers in Maine Wednesday, June 21, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Camden Public Library, 55 Main Street, Camden Slides by local botanist, photographer and educator Wanda Garland depicting wild blooms in all their glory will be the centerpiece of this educational event, cosponsored by Camden Public Library. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events.
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Open House: Penobscot Shores Saturday, June 24, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 10 Shoreland Drive, Belfast The coast of Maine is one of the most beautiful places to retire or own a second home. Come test the water at Penobscot Shores in Belfast at our open house. Enjoy life with a stunning bay view, and the advantages of home ownership without property maintenance. Private cottages for sale. Apartments in the Ocean House for sale or rent. Please call 338-2332 for more information, or visit us online at www.penobscotshores.com. Open House: Cottages at Quarry Hill Saturday, June 24, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Visitors are welcome to tour cottage homes currently available for purchase or rental, meet with staff members and residents, and collect information concerning pricing, services, floor plans and more.
Penobscot Shores’ Enrichment Series Scams, Fraud and Other Exploitation Targeting Seniors; What You Need To Know Thursday, June 27, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Penobscot Shores, 10 Shoreland Drive, Belfast Legal Services for the Elderly attorney, Meegan Burbank, Esq. and David Leach, MPA, of Maine’s Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection will provide information and resources available to protect yourself from the growing number of scams, fraud, abuse and other exploitative schemes targeting the elderly population. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 338-2332.
Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, June 27, 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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Reframing Your Mindset Wednesday, June 28, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland 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. 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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