Cancer Center hosts kayaking on Norway Lake, more, in July

NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine will offer kayaking on Norway Lake on Wednesdays, beginning July 10 and through the month.
Other special activities include “Healing Through Music,” 45-minute chamber music concert at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, at McLaughlin Gardens, and a presentation by Stephens Memorial physical therapists Kaz Toita and Beth Damon, “What is Cancer-related Lymphedema” at 4 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at the center, 199 Main St.
The kayaking, for fun and exercise for those with cancer and their caregivers, will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Those participating should bring their own life jacket and kayak, paddle board or canoe. The exact location will be announced later.
The center also offers support groups, rally groups for men, exercise and other activities.
Drop in hours are 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Volunteers are available to provide comfort items such as port protectors, wigs, hats, pillows or find resources. There are also pamphlets and a lending library.
The center is also a place to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, chat with a volunteer or take time for yourself by participating in scheduled programs. Activities such as coloring, knitting and games are available at all times.
The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine is located in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building, 199 Main St. For a full schedule of events and other information, visit www.crcofwm.org, find them on Facebook or call 207-890-0329.