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January 2019
Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative Community Meetings
The Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative is a group made up of community members and professionals from many backgrounds, including social services, behavioral health, law enforcement, the legal and faith-based communities and more that aim to build a collaborative, non-judgmental environment to support addiction recovery through education, advocacy, and compassionate community action Meetings are open to all, and take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 at the Crosstone Conference Center in Woodstock.
Find out more »OHills Reads Coding Night
Inspired by Bobby O'Sullivan - Come try coding! Code your own adventure with Scratch computer programming. Computers will be available. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop if they have one. This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy and read along!
Find out more »Skate Ski Clinic w/ Sarah Carter
Hosted by the Western Foothills Land Trust. Join Sarah Carter as she provides guidance in Skate Ski skill building for all ages at Roberts Farm, Norway! $10.
Find out more »Nordic Biathlon
Monthly Nordic biathlon combing target and skiing skills. 3x1k or 3x2k trail race options/ $10 adults/$5 kids preregistered (on-site registration rates $15 adults/$10 kids). Target practice at 9:30a. Race starts at 11a. Air rifles will be provided. Hosted by the Western Foothills Land Trust at Roberts Farm Preserve, Norway.
Find out more »OHills Reads Paint Night!
OHills Readers of all ages are invited to come and create a one-of-a-kind painting with the help of Karen Schroeder Daniels. Space is limited to 60 painters. When: Thursday, 1/17, 6:00 p.m. (Snow date: Friday, 1/18, 6:00 p.m.) Where: OHCHS Cafeteria Cost: $25/person This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy and read along!
Find out more »Plant the Seed
Long before the planning season begins, gardeners and farmers PLANT THE SEEDS in their minds of what they want to grow in the upcoming season. Join us to LEARN about all the opportunities to GROW at Alan Day Community Garden! Do you want to grow your own food? We've got the supplies, tools, and guidance to make it work for you! Our Youth Leadership Program offers year-round programming for teens! Don't want to garden but want fresh local vegetables? Come…
Find out more »OHills Reads! Panel Discussion: Opioid Use and Oxford Hills
Community members representing various local groups and perspectives will respond to questions and share their experiences related to the opioid epidemic in our community. Family friendly. This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy and read along!
Find out more »OHills Reads! Community Dinner at Daddy O’s
Stop in for dinner and the chance to talk with your families and other community members who are also reading The Seventh Wish. This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy and read along!
Find out more »OHills Reads! Panel Discussion: I Tell My Story
Brave witnesses from the Oxford Hills community who are impacted by addiction will share their testimonies on this panel. Family friendly. This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy and read along!
Find out more »February 2019
OHills Reads! Fishing Derby
All derby participants will be entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize. Other prizes will be awarded for longest fish and heaviest fish. Fishing begins at sun-up and ends at 3:00 p.m. Registration and refreshments for sale at the Little Red Schoolhouse. This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy and read along!
Find out more »A Conversation with Author Kate Messner
Join us for a conversation with the author of "The Seventh Wish" in this fireside chat style event. Kate Messner will answer questions from the OHills community. Book signing will take place immediately following the program. When: Monday, 2/4, 6:00 p.m. (Snow date: Monday 2/11, 6:00 p.m.) Where: OHCHS Forum This event is part of OHills Reads, a community-wide read, and related to the book "The Seventh Wish" by Kate Messner (Bloomsbury, 2016). Be sure to pick up your copy…
Find out more »Yoga @ Lakes Region Recovery Center
Please Register @ https://sites/healthyoxfordhills.yourninjahost.com/files.lrrcbridgton.org/fun-stuff In truth, restorative yoga is simply that - restorative. It is the centering of your breath and body - aligning the physical and mental by practicing stillness or gentle movement for extended periods of time. The props assist in helping you to hold poses longer. Open to adults. Men/Women/Neutral.
Find out more »Free 30-Minute Reiki Sessions
Please register @ https://sites/healthyoxfordhills.yourninjahost.com/files.lrrcbridgton.org/fun-stuff Reiki is a holistic therapy, in the same category as massage, polarity, acupuncture, and acupressure. It is non-invasive, non- manipulative and integrates with traditional medicine and other modalities of treatment without contraindications. Reiki relieves stress and brings about a state of relaxation and balance which allows our bodies to aide in our healing process. It is very light touch or can also be done without touching. A client remains clothed during Reiki Sessions. Sessions are given…
Find out more »PTSD Support Group
This peer support group is led by people who have also experienced trauma. PTSD Support Group provides a safe environment where PTSD sufferers can share their stories, listen to the experiences of others & discuss their daily problems and concerns. This group is free and all are welcome.
Find out more »Free Soup Fridays!
Every Friday in February stop by the Lakes Region Recovery Center for Free Soup. From 11:30am-1pm. Good Food. New Friends.
Find out more »Game Day @ Lakes Region Recovery Center
LRRC Game Days The 1st and 3rd Saturday of the Month From 2pm – 4pm FREE Come and hang out at the center. Play Scrabble, Cribbage, do a puzzle, and more! Make some new connections in the recovery community - you don't have to do it alone. Open to all.
Find out more »Norway Snowshoe Festival
Grab your snowshoes and hit the trails of Roberts Farm for our annual snowshoe festival! This year we are kicking off the celebration with a snowshoe race. We have distances for all ages and abilities -- a 2K for those who prefer their races to be short and sweet, a 5K for those who want a bit of a challenge, and a 10K course for those who want to push themselves. Register online https://runsignup.com/Race/ME/Norway/WFTubbsSnowshoeRaces or onsite. Adult entry costs $10…
Find out more »Tai Chi @ Lakes Region Recovery Center
The slow, controlled movements of Tai Chi have been described as “meditation in motion”. As many people in recovery from substance use can experience turbulent emotions, the sense of mental and physical calmness produced by Tai Chi help to keep emotions in balance. Many people notice they feel more relaxed and most also experienced an enhanced mood after completing a class.
Find out more »Sunset/Full Moon Snowshoe
Join the Western Foothills Land Trust at Roberts Farm Preserve for an easy 1/4 mile round trip loop to the Libby Lookout to catch the sunset/moon rise. Weather permitting, headlamps suggested
Find out more »Diabetes Support Group
The Diabetes Support Group is free and open to all who have or are affected by diabetes. The group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30p - 7:30p at the Harper Conference Center located in the Ripley Medical Building (193 Main Street, Norway). For more information, please call (207) 744-6057
Find out more »Safe Sitter Training
Description:Designed to prepare students ages 11-13 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR! Class fee is $50, $15 scholarship by request. Students should bring lunch. Pre-registration required. To pay by cash or check call (207) 744-6151. To pay by card please visit: wmhbrthplace.coursestorm.com. Register early as classes fill quickly!…
Find out more »FREE Hep C/HIV Testing
Testing is Free & 100% Confidential Rapid Results – 20 minutes or less No Blood Drawn – finger prick for Hep. C & HIV testing or an oral swab is available for HIV testing. Links to Care – if someone tests positive or has health concerns you can be connected to affordable care.
Find out more »Sledding at Roberts Farm Preserve
Bring your saucers, sleds or toboggans or borrow one! All ages welcome, event is free, 12-2pm
Find out more »Make a Vision Board
We want to have enough supplies for everyone. Please register @ https://sites/healthyoxfordhills.yourninjahost.com/files.lrrcbridgton.org/fun-stuff Saturday February 23rd From 2pm-4pm Lakes Region Recovery Center What is a Vision Board? a collage of images and words representing a person's wishes or goals, intended to serve as inspiration or motivation. Come a create your own vision board.
Find out more »Living Well with Diabetes
Living Well with Diabetes is facilitated by two trained facilitators, one or both of whom have experience living with diabetes themselves. The workshop is open to individuals living with diabetes, as well as their caregivers, friends, and family members. Throughout his proven program originally developed by Stanford University and supported by Healthy Live for ME, participants will learn: A variety of necessary day-to-day management skills Manage and/or increase life's activities in order to lead active and fulfilling lives When: Starts…
Find out more »HOH Open House!
Tuesday February 26th (Wednesday the 27th snow date) is our Open House! Stop by Healthy Oxford Hills' new office space to get familiar with our new location while enjoying some light refreshments & conversations with HOH staff. All are welcome! Swing by, we'd love to see you!
Find out more »CPR and First Aid
You muster call (207) 671-4460 to register. This training is being help on Monday February 26th at the Station House Community Center in Oxford. This is an American Heart Association certified class.
Find out more »March 2019
Recovery Coach Training
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to guide and mentor others through their own recovery process. Whether you are in recovery, a friend, a family member of someone in recovery, or a recovery ally, all are welcome. When: March 1st, 2nd, 8th, & 9th -You must attend all four days ** Please register by Feb. 13th in order to be considered for the training** If interested or have further questions: Please contact Tracey at tracey.martinlrrc@gmail.com…
Find out more »Introduction to Riverside Trail/Snowshoeing Hike at Maggie’s Nature Park
Get outside, enjoy winter and get some exercise too! Join Stephen's Memorial Hospital and Lorie Olson, Maine native and avid hiker, as they snowshoe 3.2 miles through some easy and moderate trails at Maggie's Nature Park, which provides beautiful views of the surrounding area from open ledges. Remember to dress warm - layers are recommended. For complete details and to register for classes please go to: www.wmh.coursestorm.com or call (207) 744-6023
Find out more »Even Flow & Restore Yoga
This is your time for self-care! Each yoga class will start with poses to build strength and will conclude with restorative poses to help calm your body and mind after a busy day. The conscious breath throughout will help you re-connect with yourself and foster clarity and ease. All levels welcome. Led by Erin Girzone, 200-hour registered yoga teacher. Space is limited to 8. Reserve your space by Saturday, March 2nd through the studio website: www.goodhealthisahabit.com/reservations. Select “Yoga” from the…
Find out more »Free – Recovery Boys: Showing & Discussion on the Opioid Epidemic
Maine is one of the states hardest hit by the nation’s ongoing opioid crisis, but people across the region are working on the frontlines of this epidemic, saving lives, raising awareness, and developing new solutions. Points North Institute, MaineHealth and Maine Behavioral Healthcare are partnering to organize a statewide tour of Oscar-nominated director Elaine McMillion Sheldon’s RECOVERY BOYS, with additional support from Camden National Bank and Allen Insurance and Financial. Each FREE screening will be followed by a community forum…
Find out more »April 2019
Men’s Support Group
Men face several barriers and obstacles that keep them from getting the help they need. The cultural expectations of our society have forced men to assume the role of being strong, fearless, and in control. This group will provide support for men and touch on these subjects: • Parenting and involvement • Recovery for men • Social and emotional support • Avoidance of connection • Emotions and positivity • Lack of engagement • Trauma Issues Lakes Region Recovery Center hours:…
Find out more »Restorative Community Training
What is a "Restorative Community"? - Creating a sense of belonging and inclusivity; - Practicing specific methods to make group decision-making more effective; - Working to make community and professional meetings better prepared to listen to diverse groups of people in a more mindful and respectful way; - & identifying each individual's gifts and the community's assets. RSVP by calling Emily Knapp at 739-6222 or email Emily@healthyoxfordhills.org ** You must register so we have an accurate headcount for lunch **Ask…
Find out more »Second Nature Hike Series
Hike Noyes Mountain in Greenwood with the Western Foothills Land Trust, meeting at 172 Richardson Hollow Rd at 7:00pm. Explore the Second Nature Hikes and earn your digital badge! https://secondnaturemaine.com/trails/
Find out more »May 2019
Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative Community Meetings
The Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative is a group made up of community members and professionals from many backgrounds, including social services, behavioral health, law enforcement, the legal and faith-based communities and more that aim to build a collaborative, non-judgmental environment to support addiction recovery through education, advocacy, and compassionate community action Meetings are open to all, and take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 at the Crosstone Conference Center in Woodstock.
Find out more »Second Nature Hike Series
Hike the Packard Trail in Buckfield with the Western Foothills Land Trust, meeting at the Fare Share parking lot at 9am. Explore the Second Nature Hikes and earn your digital badge! https://secondnaturemaine.com/trails/
Find out more »Second Nature Hike Series
Hike Whitecap Mountain in Rumford with the Western Foothills Land Trust, meeting at the Fare Share parking lot at 9am. Explore the Second Nature Hikes and earn your digital badge! https://secondnaturemaine.com/trails/
Find out more »June 2019
Second Nature Hike Series
Hike Glassface Ledges Trail in Rumford with the Western Foothills Land Trust. Meet at the Fare Share parking lot at 9am. Explore the Second Nature Hikes and earn your digital badge. https://secondnaturemaine.com/trails/
Find out more »August 2019
Creative Friday’s
Recovery is all about reclaiming our power to express who we really are to the world, and to share our creative gifts with others. It’s also a journey that starts with the first step. What do you (or did you once) love to do? Come join us and find out! Every week we will post what the project is going to be for that upcoming Friday.
Find out more »Foothills Food Festival
A Celebration in Downtown Norway of Western Maine’s Local Foods Movement Saturday, August 10th, 12pm–6pm http://foothillsfoodfestival.org/ Farmers’ Market, Food Vendors, Free Workshops, Community Resources, Beer Garden, Live Music, Art, Kid Area Enjoy a harvest bounty, and learn about how this agricultural revival is building healthier communities with stronger economies while nurturing our natural environment. The Festival will showcase the food and agricultural renaissance in the foothills of Western Maine. Organized by Community Food Matters, the local Community Food Council, a…
Find out more »Teen Connection
This is a group of teens coming together to share experiences to find effective ways to cope with problems they face. This group is for young people aged 13 to 18 who have been affected by someone’s substance use disorder. You are invited to share experience, strength and hope with other teens. • Share experiences, strength, and hope with each other to find effective ways to cope with problems. • discuss difficulties and encourage one another • help each other…
Find out more »Parenting During Recovery
This group is for parents and those who have taken on a parental role while being affected by Substance Use Disorder. It is a place for you to come and share and also learn new skills to help not only you but the ones you care for as well. Groups will vary based on attendee’s needs. There is no fee for attending. For more information contact LRRC @ 207-803-8707 or visit our website at lrrcbridgton.org
Find out more »Free Hep C/HIV Testing
Testing is Free & 100% Confidential Rapid Results – 20minutes or less No Blood Drawn – finger prick for Hep. C & HIV testing or an oral swab is available for HIV testing. Links to Care – if someone tests positive or has health concerns you can be connected to affordable care. For questions or more information contact LRRC @ 207-803-8707
Find out more »Sexual Assault Services Drop-in
A representative from the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services will be at the Lakes Region Recovery Center to provide people with on-site support; face-to face communication and advocacy. Individuals can receive crisis intervention, support, help with identifying and evaluating the options available to them, receive information, and understand the resources available to help and support them in their healing journey. For More Information contact the Lakes Region Recovery Center @ 207-803-8707 or on Facebook: Lakes Region Recovery Center
Find out more »Free Breakfast @ Norway Grange
Every Saturday from 8a-9a Norway Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St., Norway All are welcome. No need to bring anything but your appetite!
Find out more »September 2019
4th Annual Western Maine Recovery Rally
The 4th annual Western Maine Recovery Rally will be Sunday, September 22nd. This Rally is in dedication of those we lost due to Substance Use, while celebrating those who are currently in the journey of recovery. We plan to gather at Longley Square, 413 Main St., Norway at 11a. Our march starts at 11:20-30a, ending at Moore Park in S., Paris by 12:30. At the park, there will be food, music, and a number of resources to look through. A…
Find out more »March 2020
Diabetes Support Group
The Diabetes Support Group is free and open to all who have or are affected by diabetes. The group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30p - 7:30p at the Harper Conference Center located in the Ripley Medical Building (193 Main Street, Norway). For more information, please call (207) 744-6057
Find out more »Healthy Oxford Hills Community Coalition Meeting
Monthly Healthy Oxford Hills Community Coalition Lunch and Meeting. Healthy Oxford Hills partners with others in the community to network and keep up to date on public health initiatives and identify opportunities to collaborate on meeting community needs. Monthly on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 11:45am - 1:00pm, Harper Conference Center, Ripley Medical Building, 193 Main Street, Norway, ME This event is free, but registration is required
Find out more »Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
This group meets the last Thursday of every month from 2-3pm in the Board Room of Stephens Memorial Hospital. If you are interested, for more information, please call Robin Green, LCSW at 743-5933, Ext. 6999.
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