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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: 5/20/2026
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
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
Family Night with Bangor Public Schools at Bangor Public Library
Council: Penquis (Penobscot)
Start Date: 4/14/2026 End Date: 4/14/2026
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: 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