BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91±¬ÁĎ Calendar - ECPv6.15.20//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:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 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:20260519T235237 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:20260519T235237 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:20260519T235237 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:20260519T235237 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:20260519T235237 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260424T201014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T201052Z UID:10008680-1778922000-1778932800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Pressure Canning Workshop - Dexter DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to best preserve all those fresh summer vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by 91±¬ÁĎ Extension volunteers and staff will teach you the basic steps for pressure canning vegetables. Participants will receive a Preserving the Harvest food preservation packet\, and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, the latest and safest recipes\, about equipment to ensure safety\, and how to check for properly sealed jars.\nPlease bring a potholder with you to the workshop. \nRegister for the Pressure Canning Workshop in Dexter here! \n  URL:/calendar/event/pressure-canning-dexter/ LOCATION:Dexter Town Hall\, 23 Main Street\, Dexter\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension - Piscataquis County":MAILTO:extension.piscataquis@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008706-1778922000-1778950800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-16/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260515T155928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T155928Z UID:10010613-1778925600-1778950800@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/2026-05-16/ 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:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260515T160827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T160827Z UID:10010856-1778929200-1778940000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:All-State Music Festival Instrumental Concert DESCRIPTION:The Maine Music Educators Association is pleased to present the 2026 All State BOC Music Festival Ensembles!  These concerts feature nearly 400 of the top student musicians from across the state to perform in the honors Band\, Orchestra\, SSAA Choir\, and SATB Choir. \nThere will be general admission seating\n$18\, all fees included\nKids 5 & under free \n11:00 a.m. – Instrumental Concert\nTicket link\n\n3:30 p.m. – Choral Concert\nTicket link URL:/calendar/event/all-state-music-festival-instrumental-concert/ LOCATION:Collins Center for the Arts\, 2 Flagstaff Road\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Collins Center,Public Programs and Shows 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:20260516T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260515T160947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T160947Z UID:10010859-1778945400-1778950800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:All-State Music Festival Choral Concert DESCRIPTION:The Maine Music Educators Association is pleased to present the 2026 All State BOC Music Festival Ensembles!  These concerts feature nearly 400 of the top student musicians from across the state to perform in the honors Band\, Orchestra\, SSAA Choir\, and SATB Choir. \nThere will be general admission seating\n$18\, all fees included\nKids 5 & under free \n11:00 a.m. – Instrumental Concert\nTicket link\n\n3:30 p.m. – Choral Concert\nTicket link URL:/calendar/event/all-state-music-festival-choral-concert/ LOCATION:Collins Center for the Arts\, 2 Flagstaff Road\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Collins Center,Public Programs and Shows 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:20260517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008709-1779008400-1779037200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-17/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260416T162034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162034Z UID:10008133-1779026400-1779030000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:H2O – The Cosmic States of Water DESCRIPTION:H2O – The Cosmic States of Water \nIn the icy northern waters\, a little sea otter named Sedna spends her days playing\, fishing\, and diving with her fellow otters. Sedna dreams of travelling to distant places…\nAnd on this day\, like every year\, she is on the lookout for Toklo\, a mercurial and wily cormorant due back from his long southward migration. Thanks to H2O\, Sedna will go on an extraordinary journey to discover the water cycle on Earth. Then\, buoyed by a fresh self-confidence and her newly gained knowledge\, she persuades Toklo to embark on an even more amazing journey. \nAges 5 and up \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/h2o-the-cosmic-states-of-water/2026-05-17/ 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:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260512T135845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T135915Z UID:10010566-1779026400-1779030000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:H2O - Cosmic States of Water DESCRIPTION:In the icy northern waters\, a little sea otter named Sedna spends her days playing\, fishing\, and diving with her fellow otters. Sedna dreams of travelling to distant places…\nAnd on this day\, like every year\, she is on the lookout for Toklo\, a mercurial and wily cormorant due back from his long southward migration. Thanks to H2O\, Sedna will go on an extraordinary journey to discover the water cycle on Earth. Then\, buoyed by a fresh self-confidence and her newly gained knowledge\, she persuades Toklo to embark on an even more amazing journey. \nAges 5 and up \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/h2o-cosmic-states-of-water/2026-05-17/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260416T162530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162530Z UID:10008304-1779033600-1779037200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars/2026-05-17/ 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:20260517T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260512T140442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T140442Z UID:10010581-1779033600-1779037200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Coldplay - Sky Full of Stars DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars-2/2026-05-17/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002505-1779062400-1779148799@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-05-18/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260511T183848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183848Z UID:10009983-1779094800-1779120000@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-2/2026-05-18/ 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:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008712-1779094800-1779123600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-18/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T180000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260130T132931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T133012Z UID:10004220-1779096600-1779127200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:3rd International Conference on Robotics and Automation DESCRIPTION:3rd International Conference on Robotics and Automation (Robotics-2026) will be held from May 18–20\, 2026\, in Madrid\, Spain. Organized by a non-profit academic group\, Robotics-2026 aims to provide a global platform for researchers\, engineers\, industry professionals\, and students to present their latest innovations\, exchange ideas\, and foster collaborations in the fields of robotics\, automation\, artificial intelligence\, and related technologies. \nThis prestigious conference will feature keynote speeches from leading experts\, plenary sessions\, technical talks\, poster presentations\, panel discussions\, and industry exhibitions. Topics will cover a wide range of areas including (but not limited to): advanced robotics\, industrial automation\, AI and machine learning in robotics\, mechatronics\, control systems\, human-robot interaction\, sensors and actuators\, machine vision\, and robotics applications in healthcare\, agriculture\, aerospace\, and manufacturing. \nRobotics-2026 is committed to recognizing and supporting emerging talents and contributions through several awards\, including the Best Presentation Award\, Young Researcher Award\, Best Poster Award\, and Industry Innovation Award. \nThe conference offers ample networking opportunities\, promoting knowledge sharing between academia and industry. It encourages active participation from students\, early-career researchers\, and professionals from across the globe. \nParticipants can look forward to high-quality technical sessions\, engaging discussions\, and cultural experiences in the vibrant city of Madrid. URL:/calendar/event/3rd-international-conference-on-robotics-and-automation/2026-05-18/ LOCATION:3rd International Conference on Robotics and Automation\, Madrid\, Spain CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="Divya G":MAILTO:robotics@pagesconferences.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T173000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260504T195546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T195546Z UID:10008865-1779114600-1779125400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Carter Emerson DESCRIPTION:Carter Emerson\, a candidate for the Master of Arts in Communication\, will be defending his thesis titled\, “From Abstraction to Actual Action: Climate Change Images and Identity shifts on Social Media.” \nFor zoom link and password\, please contact the student at: carter.emerson@maine.edu URL:/calendar/event/thesis-defense-carter-emerson-2/ LOCATION:Corbett Hall\, 91±¬ÁĎ\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Activities GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Corbett Hall 91±¬ÁĎ Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=91±¬ÁĎ:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T200000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260327T185743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185743Z UID:10007396-1779129000-1779134400@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/2026-05-18/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002508-1779148800-1779235199@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-05-19/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260511T183848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183848Z UID:10010166-1779181200-1779206400@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-2/2026-05-19/ 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:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260302T155618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T155618Z UID:10006742-1779181200-1779210000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:ServSafe® Certification in Falmouth DESCRIPTION:91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry\, including non-profit organizations. 91±¬ÁĎ Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book\, 7th Edition Revised\, and exam proctoring. \nDate: Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date: May 20\, 2026)\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nLocation: 91±¬ÁĎ Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Dr.\, Falmouth\, ME\nCost: $150 for course and exam\, registration deadline May 5\, 2026\nRegister for May 19\, 2026 ServSafe® URL:/calendar/event/servsafe-certification-in-falmouth-3/ LOCATION:91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008715-1779181200-1779210000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-19/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T180000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260130T132931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T133012Z UID:10004223-1779183000-1779213600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:3rd International Conference on Robotics and Automation DESCRIPTION:3rd International Conference on Robotics and Automation (Robotics-2026) will be held from May 18–20\, 2026\, in Madrid\, Spain. Organized by a non-profit academic group\, Robotics-2026 aims to provide a global platform for researchers\, engineers\, industry professionals\, and students to present their latest innovations\, exchange ideas\, and foster collaborations in the fields of robotics\, automation\, artificial intelligence\, and related technologies. \nThis prestigious conference will feature keynote speeches from leading experts\, plenary sessions\, technical talks\, poster presentations\, panel discussions\, and industry exhibitions. Topics will cover a wide range of areas including (but not limited to): advanced robotics\, industrial automation\, AI and machine learning in robotics\, mechatronics\, control systems\, human-robot interaction\, sensors and actuators\, machine vision\, and robotics applications in healthcare\, agriculture\, aerospace\, and manufacturing. \nRobotics-2026 is committed to recognizing and supporting emerging talents and contributions through several awards\, including the Best Presentation Award\, Young Researcher Award\, Best Poster Award\, and Industry Innovation Award. \nThe conference offers ample networking opportunities\, promoting knowledge sharing between academia and industry. It encourages active participation from students\, early-career researchers\, and professionals from across the globe. \nParticipants can look forward to high-quality technical sessions\, engaging discussions\, and cultural experiences in the vibrant city of Madrid. URL:/calendar/event/3rd-international-conference-on-robotics-and-automation/2026-05-19/ LOCATION:3rd International Conference on Robotics and Automation\, Madrid\, Spain CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="Divya G":MAILTO:robotics@pagesconferences.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260515T155928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T155928Z UID:10010616-1779184800-1779210000@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/2026-05-19/ LOCATION:Zillman Art Museum\, 40 Harlow Street\, Bangor\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002511-1779235200-1779321599@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-05-20/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260519T235237 CREATED:20260327T165533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T165533Z UID:10007327-1779267600-1779292800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Success on Purpose DESCRIPTION:Fostering an employee team that feels accomplished\, motivated\, and empowered doesn’t just happen; it requires many intentional decisions and practices. \nDuring this two-day program\, we’ll learn how to accurately identify challenges that pose risks to your objectives\, and identify practical strategies to support a confident team. \nWhether you are in a management position\, identifying the expectations for your organization’s future leaders\, or you are honing your own leadership skills for better dynamics with peers\, you can achieve Success on Purpose by creating an inclusive workplace atmosphere where people feel their contributions are valued. \nThis program is offered as a two-day agenda; however\, participants may elect to attend either day as a stand-alone session. \nRegister here.  URL:/calendar/event/success-on-purpose/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR