BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91±¬ÁĎ Calendar - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110243 CREATED:20260327T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185504Z UID:10007374-1785488400-1785499200@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. URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-07-31/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110243 CREATED:20260611T135809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T135809Z UID:10011868-1785488400-1785499200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals\, communications\, virtual event planning and fundraising\, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! \nThis 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. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-8/2026-07-31/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110243 CREATED:20260504T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200205Z UID:10008868-1785747600-1785769200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Foundations in Restorative Practices DESCRIPTION:Today’s best thinking in leadership\, education\, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and part of a community that cares. Whether you are a teacher\, parent\, principal\, health care provider or authority figure\, you can benefit from restorative practices. Over the course of this program\, you’ll be part of a supportive learning group on a fulfilling journey of growth and change. \nThrough discussions\, exercises and other practical activities you’ll deepen your knowledge of the philosophy behind restorative practices. You’ll also gain techniques to build strong\, connected cultures. When conflict occurs you’ll have non-adversarial problem-solving tools to reach solutions that build safer\, healthier\, more equitable environments. \nPractice new ways of relating to people and holding power. Instead of experiencing resistance and avoidance or having to rely on lecturing\, scolding and threatening interventions\, the systematic use of restorative practices will leave you and the people you interact with feeling connected to positive\, resilient and accountable communities. URL:/calendar/event/foundations-in-restorative-practices/2026-08-03/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110243 CREATED:20260504T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200205Z UID:10008871-1785834000-1785855600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Foundations in Restorative Practices DESCRIPTION:Today’s best thinking in leadership\, education\, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and part of a community that cares. Whether you are a teacher\, parent\, principal\, health care provider or authority figure\, you can benefit from restorative practices. Over the course of this program\, you’ll be part of a supportive learning group on a fulfilling journey of growth and change. \nThrough discussions\, exercises and other practical activities you’ll deepen your knowledge of the philosophy behind restorative practices. You’ll also gain techniques to build strong\, connected cultures. When conflict occurs you’ll have non-adversarial problem-solving tools to reach solutions that build safer\, healthier\, more equitable environments. \nPractice new ways of relating to people and holding power. Instead of experiencing resistance and avoidance or having to rely on lecturing\, scolding and threatening interventions\, the systematic use of restorative practices will leave you and the people you interact with feeling connected to positive\, resilient and accountable communities. URL:/calendar/event/foundations-in-restorative-practices/2026-08-04/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110243 CREATED:20260504T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200205Z UID:10008874-1785920400-1785942000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Foundations in Restorative Practices DESCRIPTION:Today’s best thinking in leadership\, education\, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and part of a community that cares. Whether you are a teacher\, parent\, principal\, health care provider or authority figure\, you can benefit from restorative practices. Over the course of this program\, you’ll be part of a supportive learning group on a fulfilling journey of growth and change. \nThrough discussions\, exercises and other practical activities you’ll deepen your knowledge of the philosophy behind restorative practices. You’ll also gain techniques to build strong\, connected cultures. When conflict occurs you’ll have non-adversarial problem-solving tools to reach solutions that build safer\, healthier\, more equitable environments. \nPractice new ways of relating to people and holding power. Instead of experiencing resistance and avoidance or having to rely on lecturing\, scolding and threatening interventions\, the systematic use of restorative practices will leave you and the people you interact with feeling connected to positive\, resilient and accountable communities. URL:/calendar/event/foundations-in-restorative-practices/2026-08-05/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260504T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200205Z UID:10008877-1786006800-1786028400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Foundations in Restorative Practices DESCRIPTION:Today’s best thinking in leadership\, education\, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and part of a community that cares. Whether you are a teacher\, parent\, principal\, health care provider or authority figure\, you can benefit from restorative practices. Over the course of this program\, you’ll be part of a supportive learning group on a fulfilling journey of growth and change. \nThrough discussions\, exercises and other practical activities you’ll deepen your knowledge of the philosophy behind restorative practices. You’ll also gain techniques to build strong\, connected cultures. When conflict occurs you’ll have non-adversarial problem-solving tools to reach solutions that build safer\, healthier\, more equitable environments. \nPractice new ways of relating to people and holding power. Instead of experiencing resistance and avoidance or having to rely on lecturing\, scolding and threatening interventions\, the systematic use of restorative practices will leave you and the people you interact with feeling connected to positive\, resilient and accountable communities. URL:/calendar/event/foundations-in-restorative-practices/2026-08-06/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190159Z UID:10007401-1786037400-1786042800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-5/2026-08-06/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185504Z UID:10007377-1786093200-1786104000@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. URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260611T135809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T135809Z UID:10011871-1786093200-1786104000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals\, communications\, virtual event planning and fundraising\, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! \nThis 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. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-8/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260504T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200205Z UID:10008880-1786093200-1786114800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Foundations in Restorative Practices DESCRIPTION:Today’s best thinking in leadership\, education\, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and part of a community that cares. Whether you are a teacher\, parent\, principal\, health care provider or authority figure\, you can benefit from restorative practices. Over the course of this program\, you’ll be part of a supportive learning group on a fulfilling journey of growth and change. \nThrough discussions\, exercises and other practical activities you’ll deepen your knowledge of the philosophy behind restorative practices. You’ll also gain techniques to build strong\, connected cultures. When conflict occurs you’ll have non-adversarial problem-solving tools to reach solutions that build safer\, healthier\, more equitable environments. \nPractice new ways of relating to people and holding power. Instead of experiencing resistance and avoidance or having to rely on lecturing\, scolding and threatening interventions\, the systematic use of restorative practices will leave you and the people you interact with feeling connected to positive\, resilient and accountable communities. URL:/calendar/event/foundations-in-restorative-practices/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190159Z UID:10007404-1786383000-1786388400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-5/2026-08-10/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190159Z UID:10007407-1786642200-1786647600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-5/2026-08-13/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185504Z UID:10007380-1786698000-1786708800@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. URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-08-14/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260611T135809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T135809Z UID:10011874-1786698000-1786708800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals\, communications\, virtual event planning and fundraising\, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! \nThis 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. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-8/2026-08-14/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190159Z UID:10007410-1786987800-1786993200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-5/2026-08-17/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190159Z UID:10007413-1787247000-1787252400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-5/2026-08-20/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185504Z UID:10007383-1787302800-1787313600@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. URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-08-21/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260611T135809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T135809Z UID:10011877-1787302800-1787313600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals\, communications\, virtual event planning and fundraising\, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! \nThis 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. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-8/2026-08-21/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190429Z UID:10007416-1787682600-1787688000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-6/2026-08-25/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190429Z UID:10007425-1787855400-1787860800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-6/2026-08-27/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185504Z UID:10007386-1787907600-1787918400@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. URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-08-28/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260611T135809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T135809Z UID:10011880-1787907600-1787918400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals\, communications\, virtual event planning and fundraising\, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! \nThis 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. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-8/2026-08-28/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190429Z UID:10007419-1788287400-1788292800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-6/2026-09-01/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260611T140408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T140408Z UID:10011913-1788337800-1788364800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Intimate Partner/Domestic Violence Intervention Training for Mental Health Professionals DESCRIPTION:This two-day program\, presented in partnership with New Hope Midcoast\, is designed for social workers\, substance abuse counselors and other mental health professionals\, as well as clergy\, police officers and first responders to become certified in intimate partner violence training. \nThe following topics will be covered during the 12-contact hours of the program: foundations of domestic abuse\, addressing the lasting impact of domestic abuse\, intervention strategies of domestic abuse and trauma-informed and culturally competent responses to domestic abuse. \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/intimate-partner-violence/ URL:/calendar/event/intimate-partner-domestic-violence-intervention-training-for-mental-health-professionals-4/2026-09-02/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260611T140408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T140408Z UID:10011916-1788424200-1788451200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Intimate Partner/Domestic Violence Intervention Training for Mental Health Professionals DESCRIPTION:This two-day program\, presented in partnership with New Hope Midcoast\, is designed for social workers\, substance abuse counselors and other mental health professionals\, as well as clergy\, police officers and first responders to become certified in intimate partner violence training. \nThe following topics will be covered during the 12-contact hours of the program: foundations of domestic abuse\, addressing the lasting impact of domestic abuse\, intervention strategies of domestic abuse and trauma-informed and culturally competent responses to domestic abuse. \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/intimate-partner-violence/ URL:/calendar/event/intimate-partner-domestic-violence-intervention-training-for-mental-health-professionals-4/2026-09-03/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190429Z UID:10007428-1788460200-1788465600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-6/2026-09-03/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190429Z UID:10007422-1788892200-1788897600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-6/2026-09-08/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T173000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T191007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T191026Z UID:10007759-1788967800-1788975000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Calm Strong Emotions with Resonant Language DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn practical strategies for helping calm strong emotions in ourselves and others. Together\, we’ll delve into verbal and somatic strategies to move away from brittle reactivity and into resilient responsiveness. You will leave this course with an understanding of how neuroscience and resonant language can help strengthen harmony and authentic connection. \nWe will explore: \n– practical things to do and say to help people calm down\n– how whatever is happening makes sense and can be worked with\n– sources of trauma and what happens in our brains and bodies when trauma is activated\n– the practical power of Resonant Language \nThese tools are easily learned and can have immediate results. \nThis program is designed to benefit: \n– People who work with youth (childcare providers\, ed techs\, educators\, school counselors\, school administrators\, social workers\, teachers)\n– Frontline workers\n– People who work in service industries\n– Municipal workers\n– Parents/guardians URL:/calendar/event/calm-strong-emotions-with-resonant-language/2026-09-09/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T190403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190429Z UID:10007431-1789065000-1789070400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-6/2026-09-10/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T110244 CREATED:20260327T162824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T163429Z UID:10007132-1789203600-1789214400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Strategic Planning for Impact-Driven Organizations DESCRIPTION:It can feel overwhelming to begin the strategic planning process. But strategic planning is one of the most powerful tools your organization can utilize. \nThis hands-on professional development course equips participants with the tools and knowledge to create\, refine\, and implement a strategic plan that aligns organizational goals. Through practical lessons and real-world examples\, participants will gain clarity\, confidence\, and actionable strategies to lead their organization to a sustainable future. \nRegister online here.  URL:/calendar/event/strategic-planning-for-impact-driven-organizations/2026-09-12/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR