Breathe, draw back your energy and cut any cords connecting you to outer chaos and worry. You are safe; the cosmos is glorious; all is well in the present moment. (Photo courtesy of Elin MacKinnon)
Happy Wednesday!
New this week:
Healthy Acadia’s “Warm Your Heart” Online Silent Auction returns February 3–9, with all proceeds supporting our health programs and resources for the community. We’re seeking donated items from businesses and individuals, including new or gently used goods and services. If you’d like to contribute or learn more, email development@healthyacadia.org by Tuesday, January 19, to coordinate. Watch for sneak peeks and bidding details coming soon!
Winter Classic Open Chess Tournament
Saturday, February 7th, 8 am – 3 pm, Cobscook Institute: The Winter Classic Open Chess Tournament organized by the Maine Chess Association is an annual event at Cobscook Institute. This tournament welcomes chess players of all ages and skill levels from Maine and beyond to participate in a competitive and friendly chess environment. Learn more and register.
CPS 101 for Providers
- An introduction to key Child Protective Services roles, including a caseworker, parent attorney, guardian ad litem, assistant attorney general, and judge
- Tips for how to support parent engagement in the Child Protective Services process
Please use this link to register.
Free Smoke Alarm Installations
Saturday, March 21st: The American Red Cross is coming to Eastport and surrounding communities to install smoke alarms. To schedule a free installation, visit redcross.org/EndHomeFires NNE or call 1-800-464-6692 (option 4). Download a flyer to share.
Washington County Food Pantry Network invites all food assistance organizations to take this survey to help us update our records and the Food Resource Guide.
Daughterhood the Blog, by Founder Anne Tumlinson: What if fear—and denial—are robbing our parents of the very thing they need most at the end of life: meaning? This powerful blog explores how our health-care system often defaults to “more time” instead of a better life. It’s a call to daughters to start the conversations, get wishes in writing, and find the courage to challenge the system—so our parents can face the end of life with less fear, more clarity, and deeper meaning. Read now.