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Office Closed – Christmas Day
Our office will be closed in observance of Christmas Day. We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.
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Office Closed – Thanksgiving Day & Day After
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Office Closed – Thanksgiving Day & Day After
Our office will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day and the following day. We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.
Office Closed – Veterans Day
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Office Closed – Veterans Day
Our office will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.
Office Closed – Indigenous Peoples’ Day
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Office Closed – Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Our office will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.
Waterboro C.A.R.E.S. Meeting
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Core Teen Series
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Core Teen Series- RSVP here: Trainings
Acorn to Oak Family Fair
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Acorn to Oak Family Fair 
–Acorn to Oak Family Fair | FacebookJoin us for a FREE, fun-filled day bringing Downeast Maine families together with local activities, resources, services, and community organizations—all under one roof!
Saturday, September 26, 2026
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Reynolds Center Gymnasium at the University of Maine at Machias
Rain or shine!Planned highlights include:
Car Seat Check
Touch a Truck
Live music
Live animals, pending confirmation
Hands-on activities and crafts for kids
FREE bag lunch
Local programs, businesses, family resources, and community groups
More activities and surprises to be announcedBring the whole family to play, explore, make connections, and discover more of what our community has to offer.
Admission is FREE and no registration is needed for families attending.
Created in collaboration with Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine & The Kinship Program, Porter Memorial Library, Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council, and the Community Caring Collaborative’s Family, Friend & Neighbor Network.
Follow the Acorn to Oak Family Fair Facebook Page for updates and new activity announcements.
Organizations and businesses interested in participating: https://forms.gle/Jkc6t6qMLFNGYcqv6
Questions? Email katnyssen@gmail.com
Questions? Email katnyssen@gmail.com
Presque Isle C.A.R.E.S.
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Presque Isle – F/A/K – Meets Wednesday, September 23, 2026 from 5:30-7:00 PM at HUB Coffee (342 Main Street). No childcare available for this meeting. RSVP IS REQUIRED EACH MONTH. RSVP by calling Sheila at 207-827-2331, email sheila@affm.net, or by clicking on the link below. The meeting is led by Sarah Hatt, AFFM Resource Family Specialist, and Kori Dobson, Adoptive/Foster Parent.
Public and Legal Benefits Kinship Providers
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Public and Legal Benefits Kinship Providers- RSVP here: Trainings
Lewiston / Auburn C.A.R.E.S.
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Lewiston / Auburn – F/A/K- Meets Tuesday, September 22nd, 6:00-7:30 P.M. location SeniorsPlus 8 Falcon Rd, Lewiston. Childcare is provided with prior RSVP. The meeting is led by Deb Hallowell, AFFM Facilitator and Resource Parent. RSVP by calling Brigid at 207-827-2331 or email brigid@affm.net or clicking the below link: