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Family Matters Newsletter
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Volume 2, Issue 1 March 2018
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In Oxford County we are all spread out and live in very rural communities. This holds both many positives and challenges. One thing we see in rural communities is that it is harder to be social which can limit our supports.
We are learning that the stronger relationships we have in the community, the healthier we can be physically, emotionally and it can even help make our families healthier and happier! (
www.cssp.org
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This year, let us all make a resolution to get to know our neighbors. We can join a work group, parent group, or even a play group! Find out more about what is happening in our communities and take it a step further to be part of the changes for building and growing a stronger and healthier Oxford County!
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Here are some places to look for joining a group:
Church Groups
Parent Workshops
Town Meetings |
Ideas for Volunteer Opportunities:
Local Schools
Sports programs
Boy Scout/Girl Scouts
Alan Day Community Garden
Food Pantries
Nursing Homes |
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Parenting Workshop Schedule
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3 Week Series for Parent with children ages 2-12 years
Learn a simple yet effective technique to get kids to STOP doing what you don't want them to do and to START what you want them to do. Learn to encourage positive behavior, independence, and self-esteem development. This program is recommended for parents with children ages 2-12 years.
Registration Required
Call or Text 739-0222
Upcoming Dates:
Community Concepts Inc.
17 Market Square, S. Paris
Saturday
4/28/18
9:00am-3:30pm
Lunch and Childcare
Provided
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Parenting Kids 5-12 years
Learn more about parenting styles and risks of today's society. Discuss raising responsible children who are able to resist negative peer pressure. Learn effective discipline and communication techniques and learn how to encourage developmental skills. We all want our children to thrive!
Register Required
Call or Text 793-0222
Upcoming Dates:
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Region 9 Learning Center
377 River Rd., Mexico, ME
Wednesdays
3/7/18, 3/14/18, 3/21/18
6:00-8:00pm
Dinner and Childcare
Provided in collaboration with Region 9
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Guy E. Rowe Elementary School
377 River Rd, Mexico, ME
Thursdays
4/26/18, 5/3/18, 5/10/18, 5/17/18, 5/24/18, 5/31/18
5:00-7:30pm
Dinner and Childcare
Provided
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Parenting for ages birth to 5 years
This workshop talks about the early development of children Birth to Five and ways to support health brain growth, set limits and appropriate discipline at early ages. Also take away fun games to do with your little ones and a book.
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Upcoming Dates:
Region 9 Learning Center
377 River Rd., Mexico, ME
Wednesdays
4/25/18, 5/2/18, 5/9/18, 5/16/18
6:00-8:00pm |
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Nurturing Parents
Get together with a group of parents to discuss parenting topics like brain
development, discipline, and stress management!
This is a year round parent connection group. Commit to one, some, or all!
Upcoming Dates:
Oxford Advent Church
1130 Main St, Oxford
Second Sunday of every month
2/11/18, 3/11/18, 4/8/18, 5/13/18
12:30-2pm
Lunch and childcare provided
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Getting Moms Together to:
- Have adult conversation
- Talk uncensored about life stress
- Battle Baby Blues
- Enjoy snacks with moms
- Find answers to questions together
If you are a mom or expecting mom and looking for some other moms to talk with, this is the place for you!
For more information, call or text (207) 739-0222
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Pinwheels For Prevention
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Planting Pinwheel Gardens
You may be seeing the blue and silver pinwheels around again. We plant them every April in awareness of Happy Childhoods. This is a national effort. Please help in planting these gardens.
If you know of a place to host a garden or would like to help set one up
please contact:
Alyson Holland
Call or Text 739-0222
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Wear Blue Day
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Nation Wear Blue Day
April 6th, 2018 is Nation Wear Blue Day.
Show your Spirit and in raising awareness of Happy Childhoods and Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention.
Don't forget to send your pictures to [email protected] or tag Community Concepts in your social media posts!
#CAPMonth #GreatChildhoods
Lets see who can organize the largest group of Wear Blue participants!
Winners get free Whoopie Pies!
To enter: Send your group picture to
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Family Game Night
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April is CAN Awareness month. Come join your local CAN Council as we show our work and meet other community members helping us. We will celebrate our work, each other, and most importantly- your families!
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Where:
Agnes Gray Elementary School
When:
Friday April 13th 6:00-8:30pm
Cost:
Free Admission
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Oxford County Touch a Truck
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Coming in May!
A fun family event for all ages! Explore vehicles, join in on some games and meet many people from in and around our communities.
More information to come!
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