November Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Postpartum Support Group Thursdays, November 1 – 29, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (No group November 22) First Floor Community Room, Biscone Building 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast AND Pen Bay Medical Center, Cardiac Rehab Solarium, 6 Glen Cove Drive The group alternates locations weekly: November 1, 15 and 19 will be held at Waldo County General Hospital and November 8 will be held at Pen Bay Medical Center. The group will not be held on Thanksgiving. The postpartum support group was created by a group of women and moms, who have gone through challenging postpartum experiences themselves and/or have been educated on postpartum experiences. We offer a safe place for new and pregnant mothers and families to talk listen, get support and gain education on postpartum experiences. This is a free group for moms and moms-to-be who want to connect with other women for support. No registration required. For more information, please call 505-4140. Midcoast District Public Health Community Forum Thursday, November 1, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. UMaine Hutchinson Center, 80 Belmont Avenue, Belfast Join the Knox County Community Health Coalition, Maine CDC, Midcoast Public Health Council, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital to share and discuss health data for Knox and Waldo counties. The purpose of these forums is to present key findings from the Maine Shared Community Health Needs Assessment, learn from community members about what is important to them and begin to identify community health priorities for our communities. To register please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950. Free.
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A Path of Gratitude Thursdays, November 1 & 8, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Lincolnville Community Building, 18 Searsmont Road, Lincolnville Practicing Gratitude can enhance personal growth, resilience and empowerment while increasing your sense of emotional and physical well-being. Join Joanna Calderwood, wellness coach and certified clinical hypnotherapist, to learn and experience ways to develop the practice of gratitude so you can cultivate a deeper, more rewarding sense of goodness in your life. $15 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, November 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 and epidural; complications; Caesarean birth and other questions you may have. Registration is required, please call 505-4140 to register. Fight the Flu Monday, November 5, 6:30 to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Belfast Public Health Nursing will provide free flu shots to adult Belfast residents. More dates will be available in December. Breastfeeding Support Group Mondays, November 5 – 26, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (Every Monday, please call ahead if it falls on a holiday) Waldo County General Hospital, Women & Infants Unit, 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 505-4109.
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Practicing Meditation Monday, November 5, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Oceanside High School, 400 Broadway, Rockland Whether you have never meditated or are interested in restarting your meditation practice, this class will support you. Simple approaches using the breath and body will be included in this group. There will be time for both practice and discussion. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Cancer Support Group Tuesdays, November 6 & 20, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Oncology & Infusion Therapy, Waldo County General Hospital 116 Northport Avenue, Ludwig Medical Building, Belfast This group is for cancer patients at any stage – newly diagnosed, currently in treatment and long-term survivors. A cancer diagnosis can be scary and can feel isolating; support groups offer a network of comfort, recognition and guidance. The group is facilitated by Ashley Hoffmann, LSW and Claudia B. Hill, LCSW. Please call 207-218-7944 for more information or to register. Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, November 6, noon to 2:00 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden The support group’s November meeting will include a talk by Brooke Jansen of Spectrum Generations on local services for people living with Parkinson’s and a special celebration in honor of Parkinson’s caregivers.Please contact Cassie Walters, 596-3978 or ckwalters66@gmail.com for details. Simple Strategies for Preventing Falls Tuesday, November 6, noon to 1:30 p.m. 47 Main Street Studio, 47 Main Street, St. George Join personal trainer Rachael McCormick and certified A Matter of Balance facilitator Megan Day to learn exercise and easy changes you can implement at home to decrease your chances of falling. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. *Click
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Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, November 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. Breastfeeding Support Group Tuesday, November 6 & 20, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Chapel Room, 6 Glen Cove Drive, Pen Bay Medical Center An evening support group for breastfeeding mothers. First and third Tuesday of the each month meeting in the chapel room across from the lab on the main floor of Pen Bay Medical Center. The group is facilitated by a lactation consultant from OB/GYN. It is a drop-in group, please call 921-8345 for more information. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, November 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. Breastfeeding Basics Tuesday, November 6, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room D, 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 is required, please call 921-8345.
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Cancer Education Series: Breast Cancer Wednesday, November 7, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Rockport Opera House, 6 Central Street, Rockport Journey to Health is pleased to partner with providers from Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital to offer a new cancer education series. Incorporating the latest cancer research, these classes will cover cancer prevention, risk factors and risk reduction, what to expect during treatment and more. Join Elizabeth Connelly, DO, to learn about the different types and stages of lung cancer risk factors and therapeutic approaches for lung cancer treatment and research. This event is co-sponsored by PBMC, WCGH and the Town of Rockport. It can be viewed in person or by live stream. Please register online at journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950. Free. A Path of Gratitude Wednesdays, November 7 & 14, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland Join Joanna Calderwood, wellness coach and certified clinical hypnotherapist, to learn and experience ways to develop the practice of gratitude so you can cultivate a deeper, more rewarding sense of goodness in your life. $15 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. AARP Driver Safety Course Thursday, November 8, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Penobscot Shores Ocean House, 10 Shoreland Drive, Belfast For drivers age 50-plus, AARP’s Smart Driver curriculum covers defensive driving, existing and new rules of the road, the impact of recent changes in automotive technology on the driving environment, plus age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Classroom-based. No actual driving. No exams. Please bring a bag lunch; Beverages and dessert provided. $15 for AARP members; $20 for nonmembers. Registration is required, please call 338-2332.
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Yoga Nidra Thursdays, November 8 & 15, 5:00 to 6:15 p.m. Camden Hills Regional High School, 25 Keelson Drive, Rockport Barbara Crowley, certified yoga nidra instructor, will lead students as they lie down to rest their bodies and minds in the deep restorative practices of yoga nidra. $10 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Offered in conjunction with Five Town CSD Adult Community Education. Line Dancing: Beyond the Basics Thursdays, November 8 – December 20, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. (No class November 22) Captain Albert W. Stevens School, 31 Elementary Avenue, Belfast Once you’ve mastered the basics in beginner line dancing, join instructor Debbie Pennesi to expand on the dances you’ve learned with more progression of dance combinations. No partner necessary. $37.50 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Successful Breastfeeding Class Saturday, November 10, 10:00 a.m. to noon Waldo County General Hospital, Conference Room A, 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 505-4140 to register. The Latest Word on GERD Monday, November 12, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Quarry Hill, Anderson Inn, 30 Community Drive, Camden Michelle Morgan, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, of Pen Bay Gastroenterology discusses the causes, treatment and prevention of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as well as recent findings regarding the long-term effects of using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to curb symptoms. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events or call 921-6116.
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Healthy Holiday Habits Tuesday, November 13, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Picker Family Resource Center, 756 Commercial Street, Rockport Join registered dietitian nutritionists to sample a deliciously healthy holiday treat and learn how to navigate this festive time of year so you can make smart choices and still feel satisfied. $10 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Talk and Tasting: Ducktrap River of Maine Wednesday, November 14, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Penobscot Shores Ocean House, 10 Shoreland Drive, Belfast Established in 1978, Ducktrap River of Maine considers smoking seafood an art. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the all-natural seafood smokehouse and sample the products that have made them famous in Maine and across the country. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 338-2332. Healthy Holiday Habits Thursday, November 15, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Biscone Medical Building, 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast Join registered dietitian nutritionists to sample a deliciously healthy holiday treat and learn how to navigate this festive time of year so you can make smart choices and still feel satisfied. $10 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, November 20, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Third Tuesday 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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Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, November 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. Noon Yoga Mondays, November 26 – December 17, noon to 1:00 p.m. Knox Center, 6 White Street, Rockland Escape and refresh on your lunch break 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. $25 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Just for Kids Yoga Mondays, November 26 – December 17, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road, Lincolnville In this four-week class, your children will move in and out of yoga poses joyfully and explore stories that teach us about happiness, anger, love and much more. $20 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Restorative Yoga Mondays, November 26 – December 17, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland 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. $25 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.
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Lung Health Education, Prevention and Wellness Support Group Tuesday, November 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. The Elderly vs. The Elders Wednesday, November 28, 10:30 a.m. to noon Snow date: November 29 Quarry Hill, Anderson Inn, 30 Community Drive, Camden University of Maine professor Anu Dudley, Ph.D., reflects on historical and cultural differences in how societies view older adults, encouraging attendees to think of themselves as “elders,” valued for their wisdom and worthy of respect. Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please call 921-6116 or visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events. Just for Kids Yoga Wednesdays, November 28 – December 19, 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. St. George Municipal School Unit, 65 Main Street, St. George In this four-week class, your children will move in and out of yoga poses joyfully and explore stories that teach us about happiness, anger, love and much more. $20 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 921-3950 to register. Restorative Yoga Wednesdays, November 28 – December 19, 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. 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. $25 registration fee is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. *Click
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