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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.Please contact the Prevention Council for more information on upcoming events: Kids Free to Grow (York)3 Webhannet Pl.Unit 1Kennebunk, ME 04043Contact: Shannon Briggsshannonb@kidsfreetogrow.orghttp://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 7/1/2026 End Date: 9/30/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Every Wednesday- join in any Wednesday that you are able!
Time: 10am
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children of all ages.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: Nurturing Parenting: Community Based Education is appropriate for parents and caregivers of children of all ages. Topics include dealing with stress, appropriate discipline, building self-worth, family values, and more. No class on: 8/26, 9/2, 9/16, and 9/30.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Active Parenting- Active Parenting 4th Edition (ages 5-12)
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 7/14/2026 End Date: 8/25/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Every Tuesday starting July 14-August 25th. No class on August 11th.
Time: 1030am
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 5-12.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: A comprehensive parenting program helping parents of kids ages 5 to 12 raise responsible, cooperative children who can resist negative peer pressure and thrive. Topics include brain development, improved communication, and appropriate discipline. Class is on Zoom.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Nurturing Parenting: Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 8/3/2026 End Date: 9/28/2026
Day(s) of the Week: Every Monday starting Aug 3- September 28th with no class on August 31st.
Time: 930am-1030am
Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-4.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit
Additional Information: This evidenced-based parenting program provides parents and caregivers opportunities to learn and develop skills such as empathy, self worth, empowerment, roles and expectations of children, plus discipline with dignity for children ages 0-4. Class is on Zoom.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org