BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91爆料 Calendar - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:91爆料 Calendar X-ORIGINAL-URL:/calendar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 91爆料 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:20260421T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260413T161918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T161918Z UID:10008049-1776758400-1776769200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Jack Dunning DESCRIPTION:Jack Dunning\, a candidate for the Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering\, will be defending their thesis titled\, 鈥淓xploring Hybrid-Domain Reflectometric Analysis.鈥漒nFor zoom link and password\, please contact the student at聽jack.dunning@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-jack-dunning/ LOCATION:Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260312T130921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T193800Z UID:10006943-1776762000-1776787200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:2026 Student Exhibition in Lord Hall Gallery DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the Department of Art鈥檚 2026 Student Exhibition. This show celebrates the diverse artwork made by students at the 91爆料 who have taken undergraduate courses in the Department of Art. The Department of Art offers foundational studies in 2D Design\, 3D Design\, and Drawing\, as well as media-specific classes in Painting\, Ceramics\, Photography\, Printmaking\, Digital Art\, Graphic Design\, Drawing\, and Sculpture. More information about the Department is available here:umaine.edu/las/art. \nStudents who were enrolled in an Art class in Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 had the opportunity to submit up to six pieces for consideration in this juried exhibition. This year鈥檚 juror is Rochelle Lawrence. Lawrence is an artist and serves as the Assistant Curator and Education Coordinator at the Zillman Art Museum. \nThe exhibition runs from April 6th through May 1st. A public reception will be held on Friday April 10th from 5:00-7:00pm. During the reception\, selected students will be honored with awards. This event is free and open to the public; all are warmly welcomed to attend and refreshments will be served. \nLord Hall Gallery is free\, accessible\, and open to the public Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. Please direct all questions to Diana Baumbach\, Director of Galleries:\ndiana.baumbach@maine.edu \ninstagram.com/umaine_lordhallgallery\numaine.edu/las/art/#gallery URL:/calendar/event/2026-student-exhibition-in-lord-hall-gallery/2026-04-21/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Art":MAILTO:um.art@maine.edu GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, 91爆料:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260302T155414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T155414Z UID:10006736-1776762000-1776790800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:ServSafe庐 Certification in Bangor DESCRIPTION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe庐 Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry\, including non-profit organizations. 91爆料 Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe庐 training using the latest ServSafe庐 Manager Book\, 7th Edition Revised\, and exam proctoring. \nDate:聽Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026聽 (Inclement Weather Date: April 22\, 2026)\nTime:聽9:00 a.m. 鈥 5:00 p.m.\nLocation:聽91爆料 Extension Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Ave.\, Bangor\, ME\nCost:聽$150 for course and exam\,聽registration deadline April 6\, 2026\nRegister for April 21\, 2026 ServSafe庐. URL:/calendar/event/servsafe-certification-in-bangor/ LOCATION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension\, Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T150000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260407T163342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T163405Z UID:10007996-1776772800-1776783600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Michael Galli DESCRIPTION:Michael Galli\, a candidate for the Master of Science in Entomology\, will be defending his thesis titled\, 鈥淎 Field Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Beta-Cyfluthrin for Control of Ixodes scapularis on Residential Properties.鈥 \nFor zoom link and password\, please contact the student at聽michael.g.galli@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-michael-galli/ LOCATION:Norman Smith Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Norman Smith Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=91爆料:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260305T182936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T182936Z UID:10006799-1776780000-1776790800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Owen Libby DESCRIPTION:Owen Libby\, a candidate for the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering\, will be defending his thesis titled\, 鈥淚nterlaminar Fracture Toughness of Hybrid Thermoplastic Composites made using Advanced Tape Layer Additive Manufacturing (ATLAM).鈥 URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-owen-libby/ LOCATION:Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260327T182833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T182833Z UID:10007342-1776783600-1776787200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Title II Tuesdays - Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:These 30 minute overview sessions will cover what is needed to meet Title II requirements by format followed by an optional 30 minute Q&A/work block to work on your course content. CITL staff will be available to provide guidance or connect you to additional resources. Sometimes it just helps not working alone.聽 \nCome to one or come to all: \n\nTuesday March 31st @ 3:00pm: Tables & Spreadsheets\nTuesday April 7th @ 3:00pm:聽PDFs\nTuesday April 14th @ 3:00pm: Captions & Transcripts (Media)\nTuesday April 21st @ 3:00pm: Documents (Word and Google Docs)\nTuesday April 28th @ 3:00pm:聽Images and Alt-text\n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE \nThese sessions are general overviews\, and outline best practices. If you need more granular or idiosyncratic support please schedule a one-on-one consultation. URL:/calendar/event/title-ii-tuesdays-workshop-series/2026-04-21/ LOCATION: CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T213000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260416T145954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T151416Z UID:10008067-1776799800-1776807000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Symphonic Band & Concert Band Combined Concert DESCRIPTION:Two of the School of Performing Arts Division of Music鈥檚 biggest and boldest instrumental ensembles come together for an unforgettable evening of musical magic. \nOn April 21 at 7:30 PM in the Collins Center for the Arts\, the Symphonic Band\, led by Director of Bands Christopher G. White\, and the Concert Band\, led by SPA Director Dr. Philip Edelman\, will bring together scores of student musicians to present an uplifting and exciting musical bill of fare. \nTickets are $12 and can be purchased here. URL:/calendar/event/symphonic-band-concert-band-combined-concert/ LOCATION:Collins Center for the Arts\, 2 Flagstaff Road\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Collins Center for the Arts 2 Flagstaff Road Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Flagstaff Road:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260312T140704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T140704Z UID:10007003-1776848400-1776859200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:2026 Recipe to Market Program DESCRIPTION:The 91爆料 Cooperative Extension鈥檚 popular three-hour workshop\, Recipe to Market\, covers the basics to take a favorite recipe or idea and start a food business. This workshop will introduce participants to important topics\, such as an overview of the specialty foods industry\, business basics to consider\, and an overview of the product development process\, licensing and regulations\, and food safety concerns. This workshop is intended for individuals\, entrepreneurs\, and/or farmers interested in starting a home-based\, specialty food business. \n*This program does not cover herbal supplements\, commercial processing (including dairy\, meat\, beverage\, or juice manufacturing) or pet treats/foods. \nRecipe to Market course instructors include: \n\nLouis Bassano\,聽Professor Emeritus of Cooperative Extension\nBeth Calder\,聽Extension Food Science Specialist\, Professor of Food Science\, and Director of the 91爆料 Food Testing Services\nJim McConnon\,聽Professor Emeritus\, School of Economics and Cooperative Extension\, 91爆料\n\nWhen:聽Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 \nTime:聽9:00 a.m. 鈥 12:00 p.m. \nLocation:聽Online via Zoom \nCost:聽$50 \nMinimum number of participants:聽10* \nRegister for Recipe to Market here! Registration deadline is April 20\, 2026. \n*We reserve the right to reschedule this program if the minimum number of participants has not been met. \nOnce registered\, you will receive an email with a Zoom link a week before the class and an agenda and instructor handouts. \nPlease Note: \nRegistered participants will benefit from the flexibility of accessing the recording at a later date if they are unable to attend the in-person event. However\, it鈥檚 important to note that the recording will be accessible for two weeks. \nIf you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please call Melissa Libby at 207.581.2788 or email聽melissa.libby1@maine.edu聽to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request; however\, all requests will be considered. URL:/calendar/event/2026-recipe-to-market-program/ LOCATION:/calendar/event/2026-recipe-to-market-program/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260312T130921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T193800Z UID:10006946-1776848400-1776873600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:2026 Student Exhibition in Lord Hall Gallery DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the Department of Art鈥檚 2026 Student Exhibition. This show celebrates the diverse artwork made by students at the 91爆料 who have taken undergraduate courses in the Department of Art. The Department of Art offers foundational studies in 2D Design\, 3D Design\, and Drawing\, as well as media-specific classes in Painting\, Ceramics\, Photography\, Printmaking\, Digital Art\, Graphic Design\, Drawing\, and Sculpture. More information about the Department is available here:umaine.edu/las/art. \nStudents who were enrolled in an Art class in Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 had the opportunity to submit up to six pieces for consideration in this juried exhibition. This year鈥檚 juror is Rochelle Lawrence. Lawrence is an artist and serves as the Assistant Curator and Education Coordinator at the Zillman Art Museum. \nThe exhibition runs from April 6th through May 1st. A public reception will be held on Friday April 10th from 5:00-7:00pm. During the reception\, selected students will be honored with awards. This event is free and open to the public; all are warmly welcomed to attend and refreshments will be served. \nLord Hall Gallery is free\, accessible\, and open to the public Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. Please direct all questions to Diana Baumbach\, Director of Galleries:\ndiana.baumbach@maine.edu \ninstagram.com/umaine_lordhallgallery\numaine.edu/las/art/#gallery URL:/calendar/event/2026-student-exhibition-in-lord-hall-gallery/2026-04-22/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Art":MAILTO:um.art@maine.edu GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, 91爆料:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260403T171600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T171600Z UID:10007962-1776852000-1776862800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Madeline Hunter DESCRIPTION:Madeline Hunter\, a candidate for the Master of Science in Plant\, Soil\, and Environmental Science\, will be defending her thesis titled\, 鈥淥ptimizing nitrogen management in organic no-till dry beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L) direct-seeded into a cereal rye (Secale cereale L.) mulch.鈥 URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-madeline-hunter/ LOCATION:Norman Smith Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Norman Smith Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=91爆料:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20250918T235503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T235503Z UID:10003575-1776855600-1776859200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:German Table DESCRIPTION:German Table is a conversation gathering open to all members of the 91爆料 and the community interested in improving their German conversation. URL:/calendar/event/german-table/2026-04-22/ LOCATION:Williams Hall\, Orono\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Modern Languages and Classics":MAILTO:um.mlandc@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260409T125714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T125714Z UID:10008013-1776855600-1776866400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: William Lathrop DESCRIPTION:William Lathrop\, a candidate for the Master of Arts in English\, will be defending his thesis titled\, 鈥淭he Carry-Path.鈥 URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-william-lathrop/ LOCATION:Neville Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Neville Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=91爆料:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260409T125938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T125938Z UID:10008014-1776855600-1776866400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Kennady Hart DESCRIPTION:Kennady Hart\, a candidate for the Master of Science in Teaching\, will be defending her thesis titled\, 鈥淓xploring Teachers鈥 Conceptions of Marine Science and Authentic Context in Science Learning Within a Research Practice Partnership.鈥 URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-kennady-hart/ LOCATION:Murray Hall END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20250917T172414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T210932Z UID:10003446-1776859200-1776862800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:French Table DESCRIPTION:French Table is a conversation gathering open to all members of the 91爆料 and the community interested in improving their French conversation. URL:/calendar/event/french-table/2026-04-22/ LOCATION:Williams Hall\, Orono\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Modern Languages and Classics":MAILTO:um.mlandc@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260417T202230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T202230Z UID:10008647-1776862800-1776873600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Ata Turgut DESCRIPTION:Ata Turgut\, a candidate for the Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering\, will be defending his thesis titled 鈥淐FD-Based Shape Optimization of a Bladeless Drone Thruster Using Gaussian Process Surrogate Modeling with Active Learning and Experimental Validation鈥. \nPlease contact聽ata.turgut@maine.edu for a Zoom link. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-ata-turgut/ LOCATION:Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T150000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260416T161630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T161630Z UID:10008107-1776866400-1776870000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Moonbase: The Next Step DESCRIPTION:From the moment mankind first set foot on the Moon in 1969 we have dreamed of making a base there. In the next 10 years humans will return to the Moon with the Artemis missions and develop a sustained\, strategic presence near the lunar South Pole. The Moon will become our first 鈥榮taging post鈥 from which Mars and the rest of the solar system becomes tantalizingly closer. Prepare for a breath-taking lunar adventure! \nWatch the trailer here! \n聽 \n\n聽 \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for 91爆料 Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our聽calendar. \nTickets may be purchased聽online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/moonbase-the-next-step/ 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:20260422T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260403T192110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T192627Z UID:10007966-1776877200-1776884400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Spring Essentials for Landscape and Lawn Care Webinar DESCRIPTION:Spring Essentials for Landscape and Lawn Care聽is designed for individuals interested in improving landscape and lawn care practices for the upcoming season. Topics include spring landscape preparation\, soil health\, pest and weed management and integrated pest management strategies for turf. The presenter is Manjot Sidhu\, assistant Extension professor of horticulture and ornamental horticulture specialist at the 91爆料. \nThis session is eligible for 2 Maine Board of Pesticides Control recertification credits. \nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link. More information and registration are available on the聽Spring Essentials for Landscape and Lawn Care program webpage. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Melissa Libby Babcock at 207.581.2788 or聽melissa.libby1@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/spring-essentials-for-landscape-and-lawn-care-webinar/ LOCATION:/calendar/event/spring-essentials-for-landscape-and-lawn-care-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T235959 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260413T161557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T161557Z UID:10008047-1776902400-1776988799@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Dissertation Defense: Sudati Shrestha DESCRIPTION:Sudati Shrestha\, a candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Biomedical Sciences\, will be defending her dissertation titled\, 鈥淯NRAVELING SEPTIN REGULATION AT MULTIPLE STAGES OF THE GPCR-MEDIATED YEAST PHEROMONE RESPONSE.鈥漒nFor the Zoom link and password\, please contact the student at聽sudati.shrestha@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/dissertation-defense-sudati-shrestha/ LOCATION:57 Stodder Hall\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260312T130921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T193800Z UID:10006949-1776934800-1776960000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:2026 Student Exhibition in Lord Hall Gallery DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the Department of Art鈥檚 2026 Student Exhibition. This show celebrates the diverse artwork made by students at the 91爆料 who have taken undergraduate courses in the Department of Art. The Department of Art offers foundational studies in 2D Design\, 3D Design\, and Drawing\, as well as media-specific classes in Painting\, Ceramics\, Photography\, Printmaking\, Digital Art\, Graphic Design\, Drawing\, and Sculpture. More information about the Department is available here:umaine.edu/las/art. \nStudents who were enrolled in an Art class in Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 had the opportunity to submit up to six pieces for consideration in this juried exhibition. This year鈥檚 juror is Rochelle Lawrence. Lawrence is an artist and serves as the Assistant Curator and Education Coordinator at the Zillman Art Museum. \nThe exhibition runs from April 6th through May 1st. A public reception will be held on Friday April 10th from 5:00-7:00pm. During the reception\, selected students will be honored with awards. This event is free and open to the public; all are warmly welcomed to attend and refreshments will be served. \nLord Hall Gallery is free\, accessible\, and open to the public Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. Please direct all questions to Diana Baumbach\, Director of Galleries:\ndiana.baumbach@maine.edu \ninstagram.com/umaine_lordhallgallery\numaine.edu/las/art/#gallery URL:/calendar/event/2026-student-exhibition-in-lord-hall-gallery/2026-04-23/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Art":MAILTO:um.art@maine.edu GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, 91爆料:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20250917T170557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T170557Z UID:10003338-1776945600-1776949200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Spanish Table DESCRIPTION:Spanish Table is a conversation gathering open to all members of the 91爆料 and the community interested in improving their Spanish conversation. URL:/calendar/event/spanish-table/2026-04-23/ LOCATION:Williams Hall\, Orono\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Modern Languages and Classics":MAILTO:um.mlandc@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T150000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260413T164535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T164535Z UID:10008052-1776945600-1776956400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Lara Johannson DESCRIPTION:Lara Johannson\, a candidate for the Master of Arts in French\, will be defending her thesis titled\, 鈥 La glottophobie dans les m茅dias.鈥漒nFor zoom link and password\, please contact the student at聽lara.johannson@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-lara-johannson/ LOCATION:Zoom Web Conferencing CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T143000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260325T133054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T124714Z UID:10007109-1776949200-1776954600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Greenhouse Education Program:Basics of Greenhouse Technology in Presque Isle DESCRIPTION:A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for Maine growers and聽gardeners. This session provides an overview of how greenhouse systems create controlled growing environments that can extend the season and improve plant production in northern climates. \nTopics include: \n\nTypes of greenhouse structures and materials\nHeating\, cooling\, and ventilation systems\nBasic automation and environmental controls\nIrrigation systems and water management in greenhouse production\nCommon challenges and low-cost solutions for small and mid-size farms\n\nParticipants will gain a practical understanding of how greenhouse technology can support season extension\, improve crop quality\, and increase production reliability in Maine鈥檚 variable climate. \nRegister for Greenhouse Education Program:Basics of Greenhouse Technology Presque Isle here! URL:/calendar/event/greenhouse-education-programbasics-of-greenhouse-technology-aroostook-county/ LOCATION:Umaine Cooperative Extension- Aroostook County\, Presque Isle\, 57 Houlton Road\, Presque Isle\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260413T164846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T164846Z UID:10008055-1776949200-1776960000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Ali Afridi DESCRIPTION:Ali Afridi\, a candidate for the Master of Arts in English\, will be defending his thesis titled\, 鈥淎 Biopolitical and Ecological Reading of Samuel Beckett鈥檚 Postwar Trilogy.鈥 \nFor Zoom link and password\, please contact the student at聽ali.afridi@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-ali-afridi/ LOCATION:Neville Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Neville Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=91爆料:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260326T180124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T131218Z UID:10007127-1776952800-1776960000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:ELH Celebration of Excellence DESCRIPTION:Join the College of Earth\, Life\, and Health Sciences (ELH) for our 2026 Celebration of Excellence! \nThis event honors outstanding undergraduate and graduate students\, faculty\, and staff. Hosted by Dean Diane Rowland\, the ceremony recognizes individuals and groups who make exceptional contributions to the College throughout the year. Throughout the afternoon\, ELH will present awards across multiple categories\, celebrating achievements in research\, teaching\, healthcare\, service\, and team collaboration. \nYou are invited to join us after the program to personally congratulate the award winners and enjoy our gourmet popcorn and ice cream social! \nReserve your free tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-celebration-of-excellence-tickets-1984321404738?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:/calendar/event/elh-celebration-of-excellence/ LOCATION:Wells Conference Center\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities ORGANIZER;CN="College of Earth%2C Life%2C and Health Sciences":MAILTO:elhdean@maine.edu GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260305T195656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T195656Z UID:10006811-1776952800-1776963600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Carter Emerson DESCRIPTION:Carter Emerson\, a candidate for the Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership\, will be defending her thesis titled 鈥淔rom Abstraction To Actual Action: Climate Change Images And Identity Shifts On Social Media鈥. \nPlease contact聽carter.emerson@maine.edu聽for the Zoom link. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-carter-emerson/ LOCATION:ME CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260417T202107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T202107Z UID:10008646-1776954600-1776965400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Dissertation Defense: Susan Bouchard DESCRIPTION:Susan Bouchard\, a candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Communication\, will be defending her dissertation titled 鈥淭he Applied Use of Photography in a Philanthropic Campaign: A Case Study of the 鈥楬eart Gallery鈥欌. \nPlease contact聽susan.bouchard1@maine.edu聽for a Zoom link. URL:/calendar/event/dissertation-defense-susan-bouchard/ LOCATION:57 Stodder Hall\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260330T133758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T133959Z UID:10007932-1776960000-1776967200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Getting Started in Strawberry Production in Rockport DESCRIPTION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension\, in partnership with Maine Coast Heritage Trust and Knox-Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District\, is offering a workshop on getting started in strawberry production. Lesson with Q and A at Aldermere Farm Welcome Center\, 20 Russell Ave. in Rockport\, followed by a planting demonstration at Erickson Fields Preserve\, 164 West St. in Rockport. \nAre you interested in growing strawberries? Would this crop work well on your land?聽 Would strawberries give a bump to your bottom line?聽 This workshop is designed to help people who are interested in strawberry production as a home project or commercial enterprise.聽 Topics including basic site requirements\, site preparation\, production systems\, plant selection\, care of young plants\, nutrient management and pest management will be presented by Dr. David Handley\, Vegetable and Small Fruit Specialist with the 91爆料 Cooperative Extension. \nDavid T. Handley is a Vegetable and Small Fruit Specialist and a Cooperating Professor of Horticulture for the 91爆料. He has been based at Highmoor Farm\, the Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station in Monmouth\, Maine\, since 1983\, where he carries out applied research regarding berry and vegetable variety evaluation\, production techniques and pest management strategies. \nRegistration is required. Workshop event fee is $20. \nThis program was made possible through a partnership between the 91爆料 Cooperative Extension\, Maine Coast Heritage Trust and Knox-Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District. \nRegister Online \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Pamela Doherty at聽pamela.doherty@maine.edu\, 207.832.0343. URL:/calendar/event/getting-started-in-strawberry-production/ LOCATION:Aldermere Farm Welcome Center\, 20 Russell Avenue\, Rockport\, ME\, 04841 CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Waldo County":MAILTO:extension.waldo@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260325T133557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133557Z UID:10007112-1776965400-1776974400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Preserving the Harvest: Boiling Water Bath Canning in Falmouth DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for boiling water bath canning and freezing. Participants will receive a 鈥淧reserving the Harvest鈥 food preservation packet\, and learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, the latest and safest recipes\, about equipment to ensure safety and how to check for properly sealed jars. Please bring a potholder with you to the workshop. \nRegister for Preserving the Harvest: Boiling Water Bath Canning in Falmouth here! URL:/calendar/event/preserving-the-harvest-boiling-water-bath-canning-in-falmouth/ LOCATION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.cumberland@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260312T130921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T193800Z UID:10006952-1777021200-1777046400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:2026 Student Exhibition in Lord Hall Gallery DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the Department of Art鈥檚 2026 Student Exhibition. This show celebrates the diverse artwork made by students at the 91爆料 who have taken undergraduate courses in the Department of Art. The Department of Art offers foundational studies in 2D Design\, 3D Design\, and Drawing\, as well as media-specific classes in Painting\, Ceramics\, Photography\, Printmaking\, Digital Art\, Graphic Design\, Drawing\, and Sculpture. More information about the Department is available here:umaine.edu/las/art. \nStudents who were enrolled in an Art class in Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 had the opportunity to submit up to six pieces for consideration in this juried exhibition. This year鈥檚 juror is Rochelle Lawrence. Lawrence is an artist and serves as the Assistant Curator and Education Coordinator at the Zillman Art Museum. \nThe exhibition runs from April 6th through May 1st. A public reception will be held on Friday April 10th from 5:00-7:00pm. During the reception\, selected students will be honored with awards. This event is free and open to the public; all are warmly welcomed to attend and refreshments will be served. \nLord Hall Gallery is free\, accessible\, and open to the public Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. Please direct all questions to Diana Baumbach\, Director of Galleries:\ndiana.baumbach@maine.edu \ninstagram.com/umaine_lordhallgallery\numaine.edu/las/art/#gallery URL:/calendar/event/2026-student-exhibition-in-lord-hall-gallery/2026-04-24/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Art":MAILTO:um.art@maine.edu GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, 91爆料:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000 DTSTAMP:20260520T130820 CREATED:20260406T155028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T155028Z UID:10007983-1777028400-1777039200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Matt Kearney DESCRIPTION:Matt Kearney\, a candidate for the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies\, will be defending his thesis titled\, 鈥淭he Structuring of Trans Grief in Elegy and Apocalypse.鈥 \nIf you would like to join via Zoom\, please contact Matt Kearney at聽matt.kearney@maine.edu聽for accommodations. URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-matt-kearney/ LOCATION:Neville Hall\, 91爆料\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Neville Hall 91爆料 Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=91爆料:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR