Articles by Renae
Wellness Fair on May 23 in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine — Penquis Maine Families has collaborated with area service providers and will host a Wellness Fair from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, at the Community Center located at 161 Davis Road, in Bangor. The purpose is to promote the many ways individuals can be well. ...
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Penquis Child Development to receive a grant from TJX Companies
BANGOR, Maine — On behalf of the TJX Foundation, Mitzi Rogers, Store Manager of the TJ Maxx store in Bangor, presented Penquis with a $5,000 check to support the Penquis Child Development Centers throughout Bangor. Penquis Child Development serves children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Each classroom provides ...
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Homebuyer Education Class Being Offered in Bangor
Bangor, ME- MaineStream Finance, a subsidiary of Penquis, is offering Homebuyer Education classes on April 22, 23, 24, and 25. This class will help prospective homeowners determine if renting or owning a home is right for them. It covers additional topics such as: planning for home ownership, types of financing ...
Rape Response Services Seeking Members for Support Group
Bangor, ME – Rape Response Services is offering a support group for women who have been affected by sexual violence at any time in their lives. The group offers support and education around issues of sexual violence with a focus on skill building and self-empowerment. Group members are welcome and ...
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Rape Response Services Seeking Members for Support Group
Rape Response Services is offering a support group for women who have been affected by sexual violence at any time in their lives. The group offers support and education around issues of sexual violence with a focus on skill building and self-empowerment. Group members are welcome and encouraged to bring ...
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Rape Response Services Seeking Members for Support Group
Rape Response Services is offering a support group for women who have been affected by sexual violence at any time in their lives. The group offers support and education around issues of sexual violence with a focus on skill building and self-empowerment. Group members are welcome and encouraged to bring ...
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Local center celebrates Sexual Assault Awareness Month with prevention
Rape jokes, victim-blaming, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse are all topics that have been in the media this year, but with little talk of prevention. Every April, Rape Response Services, recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year’s campaign focuses on different types of sexual violence and prevention. It’s time. ...
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April is Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month At Penquis Autism Community Services, April means spreading the word about Autism. April is Autism Awareness month, a time to get the word out about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) including Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS). Autism is a ...
Open House for New Affordable Housing Development in Ellsworth
Ellsworth, ME – Penquis Housing Inc. will host an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the opening of Straw Way Family Housing at 7 Straw Way in Ellsworth. The event will be held on Friday, March 29, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. The Partner Recognition and Ribbon ...
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A New Affordable Family Housing Development Open in Ellsworth
Ellsworth, ME – Penquis Housing Inc. will host an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the opening of Straw Way Family Housing at 7 Staw Way in Ellsworth. The event will be held on Friday, March 29, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. The Partner Recognition and Ribbon ...
Homebuyer Education Class Offered
Bangor, ME- MaineStream Finance, a subsidiary of Penquis, is offering Homebuyer Education classes on Saturday, March 16 & 23. This class will help prospective homeowners determine if renting or owning a home is right for them. It covers additional topics such as: planning for home ownership, types of financing available, ...
Homebuyer Education Classes Offered in Bangor
MaineStream Finance, a subsidiary of Penquis, is offering Homebuyer Education classes on Saturday, March 16 & 23. This class will help prospective homeowners determine if renting or owning a home is right for them. It covers additional topics such as: planning for home ownership, types of financing available, home selection, ...
Rape Response offering training for prospective volunteers
BANGOR, Maine — Rape Response Services, serving Penobscot and Piscataquis counties, is looking for dedicated, responsible and caring individuals to join their lively team of volunteer advocates. Volunteer advocates accompany victims of sexual assault to medical, legal and law enforcement appointments during their scheduled shifts. Volunteers are supported by Rape ...
Boot Camp for New Dads
Bangor, ME- New babies don’t come with owners manuals. Lots of first time fathers have questions. How do I hold, feed, talk to, or play with a baby? Boot Camp For New Dads offers first time fathers-to-be a chance to talk with experienced dads who bring their own babies. This ...
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Advocate Training Offered by Rape Response Services
Rape Response Services, serving Penobscot and Piscataquis counties, is looking for dedicated, responsible and caring individuals to join their lively team of volunteer advocates. Volunteer advocates accompany victims of sexual assault to medical, legal and law enforcement appointments during their scheduled shifts. Volunteers are supported by Rape Response Services staff, ...
Advocate Training Offered By Rape Response Services
Rape Response Services, serving Penobscot and Piscataquis counties, is looking for dedicated, responsible and caring individuals to join their lively team of volunteer advocates. Volunteer advocates accompany victims of sexual assault to medical, legal and law enforcement appointments during their scheduled shifts. Volunteers are supported by Rape Response Services staff, ...
Promise Neighborhoods kickoff held in Rockland
ROCKLAND, Maine — Many Flags/One Community, a regional education initiative in Midcoast Maine, and Penquis, a Community Action Agency serving Knox County, recently marked the beginning of their Promise Neighborhoods planning grant by calling together over 40 leaders in education, health care, workforce and economic development, and youth and social ...
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Promise Neighborhoods Kickoff
ROCKLAND, Maine — Many Flags/One Community, a regional education initiative in Midcoast Maine, and Penquis, a Community Action Agency serving Knox County, recently marked the beginning of their Promise Neighborhoods planning grant by calling together over 40 leaders in education, health care, workforce and economic development, and youth and social ...
Business 101 workshop offered in Dover-Foxcroft
DOVER-FOXCROFT, Maine — MaineStream Finance, a subsidiary of Penquis, will offer a free Business 101 workshop at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, and Jan. 22, at Penquis, 50 North St. Many people have ideas for businesses but are unsure of the next steps or what is involved in starting a ...
Business 101 classes offered in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine — MaineStream Finance, a subsidiary of Penquis, will offer a free Business 101 workshop at 6 p.m. Monday Jan. 14, and Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Penquis, 262 Harlow St. The workshop provides an overview of the pros and cons of operating a microenterprise or small business, including the ...
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