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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.Thomaston Public Library Playgroup
Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)
Start Date: 4/1/2026 End Date: 4/29/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 10:30-12
Town: Thomaston
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Join us downstairs at the Thomaston Public Library (60 Main St., Thomaston, ME) for playtime in the gym! Lots of age-appropriate toys and space to move around. Meet new friends and have a chance for some grownup chat while your littles run and play. Snacks provided!
Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818
Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org
Art and Support group at Machias Recovery Center
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)
Start Date: 4/1/2026 End Date: 6/24/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time:
Town: Machias
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Andrea Coffin Phone: (207) 263-5270
Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com
Pittsfield Library Community Playgroup
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 4/1/2026 End Date: 6/3/2026
Day(s) of the Week: 1st Wednesday of each month
Time: 10:30 11:30am
Town: Pittsfield
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Bring your kiddos and join us! Connect with other parents and enjoy movement, art and sensory play. Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library Street, Pittsfield ME. This program is free, and all are welcome.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Phillips Playgroup
Council: Franklin County Children's Task Force (Franklin)
Start Date: 4/2/2026 End Date: 10/1/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Every other Thursday from April 2nd-October 1st.
Time: 10:00-12:00
Town: Phillips
Audience: Parents with children 0-5
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Playgroup for infants and toddlers at the Phillips Library every other Thursday from April 2nd-October 1st. Dates: 4/2, 4/16, 4/30, 5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25, 7/9, 7/23, 8/6, 8/20, 9/3, 9/17, 10/1
Contact: Rileigh Blanchet Phone: 207-778-6960
Website: http://www.fcctf.org
Machias Playgroup
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)
Start Date: 4/3/2026 End Date: 6/26/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Friday Morning
Time: 10-11
Town: Machias
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Andrea Coffin Phone: (207) 263-5270
Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com
Storytime at Newport Cultural Center
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 4/3/2026 End Date: 6/26/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Fridays
Time: 10am
Town: Newport
Audience: Children and caregivers of all age children
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Join us for weekly Friday at 10am at the Newport Cultural Center. Activities will include either story-time and a craft, or a playgroup activity. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Storytime at Brownville Free Public Library
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 4/7/2026 End Date: 6/30/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesdays
Time: 11am
Town: Brownville
Audience: Children and caregivers of children of all ages
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Come join us at the Brownville Free Public Library (27 Church St, Brownville) for our storytime on Tuesdays from 11:00am-12pm. Storytime includes a book, craft and snack. All ages and abilities welcome!
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Safe Harbor
Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)
Start Date: 4/7/2026 End Date: 6/30/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time:
Town: Machias
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: Yes
Contact: Andrea Coffin Phone: (207) 263-5270
Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com
Skowhegan Community Playgroup
Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)
Start Date: 4/15/2026 End Date: 6/17/2026
Day(s) of the Week: 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am
Town: Skowhegan
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Bring your kiddos and join us! Connect with other parents and enjoy movement, art and sensory play. Centenary United Methodist Church, 113 Dr. Mann Rd., Skowhegan. The clothing closet will be open and a light lunch will be served. This program is free, and all are welcome.
Contact: Kristen Plummer Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520
Website: http://www.kvcap.org
Potluck in the Park
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 5/7/2026 End Date: 5/7/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time: 5:30 -6:30
Town: Brownville
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: This event takes place in the Park near the Brownville Library. Families enjoy a community BBQ, Families bring dish to share if able.
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Family Night with Bangor Public Schools at Bangor Public Library
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 5/14/2026 End Date: 5/14/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 5-6:30pm
Town: Bangor
Audience: Children and caregivers of all age children
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: Join Bangor Public Schools at the Bangor Public Library for a family night highlighting library resources, and also having representation from the Maine Multicultural Center, Penquis, Job Corps, Bangor Parks and Rec, and the YMCA to name a few community organizations
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Potluck in the park
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 6/18/2026 End Date: 6/18/2026
Day(s) of the Week:
Time: 5:30-6:30
Town: Brownville
Audience: Families
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Additional Information: This event takes place in the Park near the Brownville Library. Families enjoy a community BBQ, Families bring dish to share if able.
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org
Thompson Library Summer Reading Program Kickoff
Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)
Start Date: 6/23/2026 End Date: 6/23/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 4-6pm
Town: Dover-Foxcroft
Audience: Children and caregivers of all age children
In Person or Virtual: In-person
Registration Required: No
Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481
Website: http://www.penquis.org