BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91±¬ÁĎ Calendar - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:91±¬ÁĎ Calendar X-ORIGINAL-URL:/calendar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 91±¬ÁĎ Calendar REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20250711T174708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174708Z UID:10002487-1778803200-1778889599@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Final grades due DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/final-grades-due-5/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002502-1778803200-1778889599@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-05-15/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T235959 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260424T200526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T200526Z UID:10008679-1778803200-1779062399@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Northeast Livestock Expo (NELE) – Youth Judging Clinic\, Education and Show DESCRIPTION:Join us for three exciting days of hands-on learning\, skill-building\, and fun at the North East Livestock Expo (NELE). This youth-focused event brings together families\, students\, and industry professionals to explore the world of livestock and agriculture in an engaging and supportive environment. \nRegister for Northeast Livestock Expo here.  \nIf reasonable accommodation is needed\, please contact Melissa Libby-Babcock\, 207-581-2788\, melissa.libby1@maine.edu by May 8\, 2026. URL:/calendar/event/northeast-livestock-expo-nele-youth-judging-clinic-education-and-show/ LOCATION:Windsor Fairgrounds\, 82 Ridge Road\, Windsor\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260501T150316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T150316Z UID:10008862-1778835600-1778846400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Emma Smith DESCRIPTION:Emma Smith\, a candidate for the Master of Science in Marine Biology\, will be defending her thesis titled\, “ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElasmobranch Cardiorespiratory Physiology: Developmental Plasticity in Little Skate Responses to Experimental Warming and Hypoxia\, and Cross-Species Variation in Blood P50.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact emma.alyssa.smith@maine.edu for a Zoom link. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-emma-smith/ LOCATION:Auburt Hall Room 354 CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260327T185307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185307Z UID:10007365-1778835600-1778850000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:This interactive online professional development program will teach you the basics of seeing a grant through a full cycle—from inception to completion. You’ll learn how to get your organization ready to apply for grants\, where to find funders and funding opportunities\, how to write the components of a grant and how to submit a successful application that has all the information funders want to see. \nUsing case studies\, this program will focus on real-world grant applications. Comprehensive checklists and worksheets will guide you through every step of planning\, researching\, applying to and managing a grant—without missing a thing! You’ll also develop language specific to your organization that answers common grant questions. \nRegister here.  URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-3/2026-05-15/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T153000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260327T170937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T170937Z UID:10007332-1778835600-1778859000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Practical Public Speaking DESCRIPTION:Public speaking may not come naturally to many of us\, but with the right support and training\, it can be developed. Improving your public speaking skills not only benefits your business but also benefits you personally.\nUsing highlights of Tom Dowd’s Gold Medal award-winning book “From Fear to Success: A Practical Public-Speaking Guide”\, you will: \nLearn how to relieve the stress of speaking to a crowd\nBecome skilled in speaking with notes\, without notes and using slides\nLearn how to think quickly\, speak logically and engage your audience\nLearn how to summarize by using analogies and short stories\nUnderstand the importance of preparation\, personal stories and mental and physical insight on reducing anxiety and increasing confidence \nMost importantly\, you will learn how to become influential in achieving your goals and your audience’s goals. \nRegister here.  URL:/calendar/event/practical-public-speaking/ LOCATION:91±¬ÁĎ Graduate School\, 5775 Stodder Hall\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260511T183106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183930Z UID:10009980-1778835600-1778860800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:MFA Thesis Exhibition: Encounter DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the MFA Thesis Exhibition: Encounter. The exhibition will feature works by Chloe DaSilva\, Jenna Davenport\, Samantha Grimwood and Emily Whittemore. \nThe show will also feature 91±¬ÁĎ alumni Adriana Cavalcanti\, Rachel E. Church\, Aylah Ireland and Anna Martin. \nThe exhibition runs from May 15th through August 7th. A public opening reception will be held on Friday\, May 15th from 5-7pm. URL:/calendar/event/mfa-thesis-exhibition-encounter/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, 91±¬ÁĎ\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall 91±¬ÁĎ Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, 91±¬ÁĎ:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008703-1778835600-1778864400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-15/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260515T155928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T155928Z UID:10010610-1778839200-1778864400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Zillman Art Museum Exhibitions DESCRIPTION:The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th\, 2026. \nExhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper\, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection\, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: Curatorial Intern 2026. \nNote: Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World and Society & Power: Curatorial Intern 2026 will be on display through August 22\, 2026. URL:/calendar/event/zillman-art-museum-exhibitions/2026-05-15/ LOCATION:Zillman Art Museum\, 40 Harlow Street\, Bangor\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260306T134003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134003Z UID:10006865-1778841000-1778866200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Belfast DESCRIPTION:Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management\, business planning\, how to get started with a new field\, expertise on a particular subject\, to sharing ideas about research and education efforts. \nWhile Lily has expertise on many subjects\, she is also an excellent person to connect you to the resources you need. Lily can visit your field instead of an office meeting\, however\, developing a field management or business management plan requires focused time at a table with a computer and other\nresources. \n\nDates: April 3\, April 28\, May 15\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 992 Waterville Rd\, Belfast\, ME 04915\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here! URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-belfast/2026-05-15/ LOCATION:Waldo County Extension Office\, 992 Waterville Road\, Belfast\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260511T183748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183748Z UID:10010163-1778864400-1778871600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Opening Reception for MFA Thesis Exhibition: Encounter DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the MFA Thesis Exhibition: Encounter. The exhibition will feature works by Chloe DaSilva\, Jenna Davenport\, Samantha Grimwood and Emily Whittemore. \nThe show will also feature 91±¬ÁĎ alumni Adriana Cavalcanti\, Rachel E. Church\, Aylah Ireland and Anna Martin. \nThe exhibition runs from May 15th through August 7th. A public opening reception will be held on Friday\, May 15th from 5-7pm. URL:/calendar/event/opening-reception-for-mfa-thesis-exhibition-encounter/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, 91±¬ÁĎ\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall 91±¬ÁĎ Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, 91±¬ÁĎ:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260416T161913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T161913Z UID:10008119-1778871600-1778875200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Worlds Beyond Earth DESCRIPTION:Take an exhilarating journey to the worlds that orbit our Sun and the unique conditions that make life on our planet Earth possible. Celebrate the extraordinary Age of Exploration carried out by robotic explorers\, over the past 50 years with imagery from NASA\, European Space Agency (ESA)\, and Japan Aerospace Exploration (JAXA) missions.  Audiences will go on an epic adventure across the solar system\, from our Moon\, Mars and Venus to beyond the asteroid belt\, to Jupiter and Saturn.  Produced by the American Museum of Natural History in New York and narrated by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\n  \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for 91±¬ÁĎ Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/worlds-beyond-earth/2026-05-15/ LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows,Versant Astronomy Center GEO:44.9035764;-68.6610809 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd. Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd.:geo:-68.6610809,44.9035764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260520T062205 CREATED:20260512T135620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T135620Z UID:10010551-1778871600-1778875200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Worlds Beyond Earth DESCRIPTION:Take an exhilarating journey to the worlds that orbit our Sun and the unique conditions that make life on our planet Earth possible. Celebrate the extraordinary Age of Exploration carried out by robotic explorers\, over the past 50 years with imagery from NASA\, European Space Agency (ESA)\, and Japan Aerospace Exploration (JAXA) missions.  Audiences will go on an epic adventure across the solar system\, from our Moon\, Mars and Venus to beyond the asteroid belt\, to Jupiter and Saturn.  Produced by the American Museum of Natural History in New York and narrated by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\n  \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for 91±¬ÁĎ Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/worlds-beyond-earth-2/2026-05-15/ LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs and Shows,Versant Astronomy Center GEO:44.9035764;-68.6610809 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd. Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd.:geo:-68.6610809,44.9035764 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR