Groups
Groups of all interests meet at Central Hall Commons, where our values include inclusion and respect.
Group Diversity at Central Hall Commons
Our goal is to create a space for all people to feel welcome to explore ideas and support in an environment built on communal trust, safety, and wellbeing.
Many of these groups are free to attend, but any contribution towards the use of the space is always accepted. Donations are extremely helpful and go to continued building maintenance, improvements, community initiatives, additional programming, and operations.
Weekly Meetings
Adult Quilting Group
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00 PM in 1st Floor Elm Multipurpose Room
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: Central Hall Commons is happy to announce the restoration of our weekly Quilting Group for adults.
This Group is great for all skill levels and happens on site and there are sewing machines and quilting notions available for use.
Yarnworks
Price: Donations are always accepted. But in lieu of cash donations, we also accept items for our annual mitten tree: hats, scarves, mittens, gloves, socks, and sweaters. These donations help keep our neighbors warm.
When: Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 PM in the ELM room
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: This Group is great for all skill levels and is currently accepting new members.
Some very helpful members would be happy to offer guidance if needed?
Alcoholics Anonymous
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM in the ELM room
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) meetings are peer-support gatherings for anyone seeking to overcome alcohol addiction, offering a confidential, no-cost space to share experiences and find recovery. Groups meet regularly to focus on sobriety through the Twelve Steps and mutual support.
Anxiety and Depression Group
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: Thursday, 11:00-12:30 PM in the ELM room
Led by: Vickey Rice
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: This group, which is hosted through Penquis, meets once a week to support each other through the challenges of anxiety and depression. If you are feeling as though you need support, please reach out to Penquis, Vickey Rice, for more information.
Music Support Group
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: Thursday, 1:00-3:00 PM in the ELM room
Led by: Vickey Rice
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: This group, also hosted through Penquis, meets once a week using music to support each other and open the door to healing. If you are feeling as though you need support, please reach out to Penquis, Vickey Rice, for more information.
Monthly Meetings
Maidens, Mothers, and Crones
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: 2nd Tuesday 6:30-8:00 PM in the BALSAM Event Center
Led by: Moira Mulhern
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: This is a private group for women of all ages who are interested in doing the next right thing in our community and sharing space together for social space.
LGBTQ+ & Allies Group
Status: Currently not active as we are in search of a Group leader
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: First Thursdays at 5:30 PM in the ELM room
Contact info: Private Group – contact us for more information
Description: This support group provides peer-to-peer support for LGBTQ-identified people. For the comfort and safety of those who attend this group, we ask that it be a LGBTQ-identifying only space. For the comfort and safety of those who attend this group, we ask allies be accompanied by an LGBTQ-identifying individual in their lives.
EAAA – Medicare Information for All
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: 2nd Friday, 9:00-10:30 AM in the BALSAM Event Center
Led by: Anne
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: Meeting once a month to address issues related to climate change and what we as a group can do to affect that change.
Low Vision Group
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: First Friday of each month from 10-11:30 am. All are welcome to attend.
Led by: CHC
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: The Dover Low Vision group will be meeting at Central Hall Commons, 152 E Main St., Dover-Foxcroft. Do you have Diabetic Eye Disease, Macular Degeneration, or other eye issues?
Do you need transportation assistance? Call The Lynx at Penquis Toll Free, weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM: 1-866-853-5969 (outside the Bangor area)
Heart of Maine Fiber Guild
Price: No Fee – Donations are always accepted
When: 3rd Saturday, 10:00-2:00 PM in the ELM room
Led by: Yolanda Burrill
Contact info: Contact us for more information
Description: This is an open group for people who are interested in learning, practicing, and sharing the art of spinning fiber. People who knit, crochet, weave, or practice any form of fiber art. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Check out upcoming groups on the monthly events calendar!