November Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Noon Yoga Wednesdays, November 1 - December 13, noon to 1:00 p.m. (No class November 22) 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. No yoga experience necessary. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Open Meditation Wednesdays, November 1 - 29, 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. Free Adult Flu Shots Wednesday, November 1, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. WCGH Classroom, 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Belfast Public Health Nursing, part of the population health department, will be running flu shot clinics for those at least 18 years of age. The clinics will be held in the WCGH Classroom, which is best entered through the back door at the north end of the hospital and is located on the ground floor. Yoga Level II Wednesdays, November 1 – December 13, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. (No class November 22) Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road, Lincolnville This class is designed for students who have had some yoga experience and would like to further their practice and explore a wider variety of poses and styles. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. *Click
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Choosing Wisely: Carbs Count Wednesday, November 1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Carbohydrates are an essential part of a healthy diet but not all carbs are created equal. Whether you are managing diabetes or trying to maintain a healthy weight, our registered dietitians will teach you how to choose nutrient-rich foods that will support your wellness goals. $10 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. Decluttering 101 Wednesday, November 1, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Winterport Memorial Library, 229 Main Street, Winterport Decluttering 101 can help you identify different types of clutter and develop a strategy for tackling it once and for all. You will leave with an action plan to help you clear out what you don’t want so you can truly enjoy the things you love. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. Breastfeeding Basics Wednesday, November 1, 6:30 to 8:30 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. Family Caregiver Education & Support Group Thursday, November 2, noon to 1:00 pm Home Health Conference Room, 125 Northport Ave., 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.
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Gentle Yoga Thursdays, November 2 - December 14, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. (No class November 23) East Belfast Elementary School, 14 Swan Lake Avenue, Belfast 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. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. Open Enrollment Class Classes are available on: Thursday, November 2 and Wednesdays, November 15 - December 13 All classes noon to 5:00 p.m. Pen Bay Medical Center, Physicians Building Computer Lab 4 Glen Cove Drive Enroll or re-enroll in the insurance marketplace. Choose plans and make changes to update your information with the help of Lisa Mele, certified application counselor for ClaimAid at Pen Bay Medical Center. If you are already enrolled for 2017 you still need to update your information as plans have changed. Anthem will not be offering a plan in 2018 through the Marketplace and you will need to choose another carrier. Rates and tax credits have increased and if you received a letter from your plan stating the increase, it may not be accurate. Please call Lisa Mele at 921-8271 for more information and to register.
Easy Going Yoga Fridays, November 3 - December 15, noon to 1:00 p.m. (No class November 24) Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Designed with the older student in mind, this class will teach you to stretch, strengthen, breathe and relax while improving your posture and body alignment. No previous yoga experience required. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.
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Catch Up Waldo County Vaccinations Saturday, November 4, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Ave, Belfast Free vaccines for adult and child patients of primary care offices that are part of Waldo County General Hospital. Among the vaccinations available are hepatitis A/B, flu, meningococcal, TDAP/DTAP (tetanus, pertussis, diphtheria), MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and chicken pox. For more information, please call 930-6783. Walk-ins welcome. Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, November 4, 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, November 6 - December 11, 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. No yoga experience necessary. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Decluttering 101 Monday, November 6, noon to 2:00 p.m. Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union Decluttering 101 can help you identify different types of clutter and develop a strategy for tackling it once and for all. You will leave with an action plan to help you clear out what you don’t want so you can truly enjoy the things you love. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.
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Osteoporosis: Fact and Fiction Monday, November 6, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Deirdre Gramas, MD, of Pen Bay Rheumatology will address the concerns of those already diagnosed with “brittle-bone disease,� those with pre-osteoporosis (osteopenia) and those seeking to reduce their risk of developing the all-too-common condition. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events. Just for Kids Yoga Mondays, November 6 - December 18, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. (No class November 20) Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road, Lincolnville Traditionally, children are introduced to yoga through stories, songs and games. Jessica Shepard, certified yoga instructor, will continue this practice in a six-week class, appropriate for children ages 6 to 11. $30 registration fee is required; family discounts and financial assistance available. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Gentle Yoga Mondays, November 6 - December 18, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. (No class November 20) Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road, Lincolnville 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. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. The Art of Journaling Mondays, November 6 & 13, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Join Joanna Calderwood, certified clinical hypnotherapist, in this two-session class to learn how to use your journal to support your emotional well-being. $12 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register.
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Being Mortal - PBS Frontline Documentary Free Screening Tuesday, November 7, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Waldo County YMCA, 157 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast Join us to explore what matters most at the end of life. 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. Made possible by the Davis Foundation, the Palliative Care Program of Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital and the Waldo County YMCA, Belfast. To register, please call the YMCA at 338-4598. Refreshments and discussion to follow. Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, November 7, noon to 2:00 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Learn about the potential role of meditation and mindfulness in improving quality of life for those with Parkinson’s diseas. The speaker will be transpersonal therapist Jean Forest, RN, MA. Free and open to those living with Parkinson’s, their family members and caregivers. Please contact Cassie Walters at 596-3978 or ckwalters66@gmail.com for details. Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, November 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. Drop-in group, please call 921-8345 for more information. Gentle Yoga Tuesdays, November 7 - December 12, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Thomaston Yoga Studio, 185 Main Street, Thomaston 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. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. *Click
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Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, November 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. Memory Loss: What You Need to Know Wednesday, November 8, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Waldo County YMCA, 157 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast If memory loss is affecting you or someone you love, don’t miss this free half-day symposium. The symposium offers the opportunity to learn the latest information on Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of memory loss. Experts in the field will focus on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, community resources and caregiver support. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. for check-in and free continental breakfast; presenters will be available to speak with attendees until 1:30 p.m. Please call 338-2332 to register by Monday, November 6. Heart Health Cooking Wednesdays, November 8 & 15, 10:00 a.m. to noon People’s United Methodist Church, 31 Depot Street, Union This class will teach you to prepare fresh foods you can find in your local supermarket that are good for your heart and your taste buds. Part of the Cooking for Health series, made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required; please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free Demo: Fitness Foundations Wednesday, November 8, noon to 12:45 p.m. Knox Center, 6 White Street, Rockland Fitness Foundations will teach you proper strength training technique to build your muscles and make everyday activities a breeze. Make the most of your lunch break with this 45-minute class. Space is limited so pre-registration is required; please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. *Click
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Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Education & Support Group Wednesday, November 8, 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. Drop-ins welcome. No registration required. Heart Health Cooking Wednesdays, November 8 & 15, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Stockton Springs Town Office, 217 Main Street, Stockton Springs This class will teach you to prepare fresh foods you can find in your local supermarket that are good for your heart and your taste buds. Part of the Cooking for Health series, made possible by a generous gift from the Walmart Foundation. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required; please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Just for Kids Yoga Wednesdays, November 8 – December 20, 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. (No class November 22) St. George Municipal School Unit, 65 Main Street, St. George Traditionally, children are introduced to yoga through stories, songs and games. Jessica Shepard, certified yoga instructor, will continue this practice in a six-week class, appropriate for children ages 6 to 11. $30 registration fee is required; family discounts and financial assistance available. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Gentle Yoga Wednesdays, November 8 – December 20, 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. (No class November 22) 47 Main Street Studio, 47 Main Street, St. George 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. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. *Click
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Choosing Wisely: Carbs Count Wednesday, November 8, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Belfast United Methodist Church, 23 Mill Lane, Belfast Carbohydrates are an essential part of a healthy diet but not all carbs are created equal. Whether you are managing diabetes or trying to maintain a healthy weight, our registered dietitians will teach you how to choose nutrient-rich foods that will support your wellness goals. $10 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or to register. Successful Breastfeeding Class Saturday, November 11, 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, November 11, 12:30 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. A Good Man with a Dog: A Retired Game Warden’s 25 Years in the Maine Woods Wednesday, November 15, 10:30 a.m. to noon Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden, Maine Roger Guay, author of A Good Man with a Dog: A Game Warden’s 25 Years in the Maine Woods, will describe his experiences—from tracking down poachers to searching for victims of violent crimes— with a particular focus on the search-and-rescue dogs with whom he worked. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events. *Click
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Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Thursday, November 16, 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. Catch Up Waldo County Vaccinations Saturday, November 18, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Ave, Belfast Free vaccines for adult and child patients of primary care offices that are part of Waldo County General Hospital. Among the vaccinations available are hepatitis A/B, flu, meningococcal, TDAP/DTAP (tetanus, pertussis, diphtheria), MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and chicken pox. For more information, please call 930-6783. Walk-ins welcome. Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, November 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 to register. Free Adult Flu Shots Monday, November 27, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. WCGH Classroom, 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Belfast Public Health Nursing, part of the population health department, will be running flu shot clinics for those at least 18 years of age. The clinics will be held in the WCGH Classroom, which is best entered through the back door at the north end of the hospital and is located on the ground floor. Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, November 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. *Click
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Healthy Holiday Dance Thursday, November 30, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Belfast Boathouse, 34 Commercial Street, Belfast Join us for an evening of music, dancing and healthy refreshments. Holiday attire and comfortable dancing shoes are recommended. Come by yourself or bring your friends and family and let’s kick up our heels as we kick off the holiday season! Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Free. Hypnobirthing Thursdays, November 30 - December 28, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room C, Ground Floor 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. 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 more information on our classes or services provided, please visit us online at pbmc.org or wcgh.org
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