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SUMMARY:2026 Maine Invasive Species Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Maine Invasive Species Network Meeting! \nInvasive species threaten our agriculture\, landscapes\, natural resources\, and even our health. The聽Maine Invasive Species Network (MISN)聽meeting is where Maine鈥檚 invasive species professionals come to learn and collaborate.聽MISN鈥檚 goal is聽to ensure a strong\,聽well-connected cadre of practitioners\, researchers\, and educators. This benefits everyone with a stake in our state鈥檚 natural resources. Join us for the latest updates and discussion on the invasive pests threatening Maine. \nLunch and refreshments will be provided. \nPesticide applicator (6) and forestry (6) credits are available for attending this program. \nWhen:聽April 1\, 2026\, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nWhere:聽Wells Conference Center\, 91爆料\, 131 Munson Rd.\, Orono\, ME \nPrice:聽$25 (base registration) \nThe registration deadline is聽March 1st\, 2026. \nFor a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Kerry Bernard at kerry.bernard.maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/2026-maine-invasive-species-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Wells Conference Center\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
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SUMMARY:Meat & Poultry HACCP
DESCRIPTION:In this two and a half-day course you will learn the fundamentals of Meat and Poultry HACCP. The course provides participants with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP Plan. We welcome not only Meat and Poultry processors\, but also any other food processors seeking HACCP certification and knowledge. \n*This course is an International HACCP Alliance Accredited course. \nRegister for Meat and Poultry HACCP here! \nFor more information contact:聽Theresa Tilton at 207.942.7396\, 800.287.1485 (in Maine) or聽theresa.tilton@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/meat-poultry-haccp/2026-04-01/
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 - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T173000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T132754Z
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SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm 鈥� Extension Office Hours 鈥� Waldoboro
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. \nWaldoboro聽\n\nDates:聽March 24\, March 27\, April 1\, May 6\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM 鈥� 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM 鈥� 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM 鈥� 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress:聽377 Manktown Rd\, Waldoboro\, ME 04572\nCost:聽Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-waldoboro/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Knox-Lincoln Cooperative Extension Office\, 377 Manktown Road\, Waldoboro\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260129T194821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T202249Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
DESCRIPTION:The 4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club will provide an introduction to what artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are. This will be a 6 session series for ages 9+ that focuses on the foundations of AI\, including introduction to AI\, pattern recognition\, human versus machine learning\, AI in daily life and ethical awareness. Participants will take a closer look at how these are currently being used\, learn about what AI does well and what it does not do well and considerations for using AI. \nArtificial Intelligence has incredible capabilities. This series will reveal some opportunities and challenges of this emerging technology in a safe learning environment. In this club\, youth will explore this emerging powerful technology with guidance and support from 4-H staff. \n\n\nAges: Youth ages 9-18 \n\n\nDates/Times: Wednesdays\, February 25 鈥� April 1 from 4:00 鈥� 5:00 pm \n\n\nCapacity:聽Limited to 10 youth \n\n\nRegistration deadline: February 12\, 2026 \n\n\nRegister here! \nContact聽sarah.sparks@maine.edu聽for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-04-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T133530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T133530Z
UID:10006986-1775143800-1775149200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H: It鈥檚 Wild! Explore the Maine Blueberry Industry
DESCRIPTION:With special guest Paul Sweetland of Union\, a lifelong producer聽of Maine wild blueberries\, we will look into the history\, changing industry\, plants\, and new ways of thinking about land use challenges of聽Maine Wild Blueberry production. We will also taste and compare wild and highbush blueberries\, along with their different uses. \nWhen:聽Thursday\, April 2\, 2026 \nTime:聽3:30 p.m. 鈥� 5:00 p.m. \nLocation:聽Belfast Free Library\, 106 High Street\, Belfast\, Maine 04915 \nRegistration must be completed for each program session. Registration for each session will open following the completion of the previous month鈥檚 program. \nSnacks will be provided for participants. Please list any dietary restrictions in the registration form below. \nRegister for It鈥檚 Wild here! \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, please get in touch with Karen Giles at the Waldo County Cooperative Extension office at 207-342-5971 or聽karen.giles@maine.edu
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-its-wild-explore-the-maine-blueberry-industry/
LOCATION:Belfast Free Library\, 106 High Street\, Belfast\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Waldo County":MAILTO:extension.waldo@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260326T122312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T122312Z
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SUMMARY:Hedgerows for Resilient Landscapes Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Discover how hedgerows can strengthen home and community landscapes by supporting biodiversity\, improving habitat connectivity and promoting natural pest management. This two-part learning series\, offered in partnership with聽Maine Audubon聽and the聽91爆料 Cooperative Extension\, combines virtual instruction with hands-on fieldwork at the聽Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden聽in Old Town. Participants will explore plant selection\, site preparation\, installation techniques and long-term maintenance strategies to create multifunctional hedgerows that provide food and shelter for birds and beneficial insects. The webinar is free; the in-person workshop is $15. Participants are welcome to sign up for one or both sessions. Pre-registration is required. Space for the field session is limited. \nHedgerows for Resilient Landscapes Webinar Registration
URL:/calendar/event/hedgerows-for-resilient-landscapes-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/hedgerows-for-resilient-landscapes-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260325T123623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T123623Z
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SUMMARY:Food Safety Webinar Series: Electronic and In-Person Food Safety Training
DESCRIPTION:The 91爆料 Extension Food Safety Webinar Series is a monthly\, expert-led educational series focused on practical food safety\, regulatory compliance\, and product innovation across the food system. Sessions cover topics such as electronic record-keeping\, workforce training\, chemical safety\, food adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, audit readiness\, product development\, environmental air quality\, and alternative protein innovations. The series is designed for food producers\, processors\, seafood businesses\, entrepreneurs\, quality assurance staff\, extension educators\, students\, faculty\, regulatory professionals\, and technical specialists\, with particular relevance for those working with food safety training\, compliance systems\, seafood hazards\, product development\, and emerging technologies in food processing. \nFood businesses and professionals face increasing regulatory expectations\, evolving hazards\, and rapid technological change. By addressing real-world topics such as digital compliance systems\, chemical handling\, adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, and audit preparation\, the series helps participants stay current and make informed\, practical decisions. Participants will gain practical tools\, real-world case studies\, and actionable strategies related to training programs\, compliance documentation\, safe chemical use\, adulteration prevention\, seafood safety\, product innovation\, and environmental controls鈥攌nowledge they can immediately apply in their operations\, classrooms\, or regulatory work. \nElectronic and In-Person Food Safety Training \nEffective training is a cornerstone of a strong food safety culture. This session will compare the advantages and limitations of electronic (e-learning) and in-person training modalities. We will explore how to design engaging and instructionally sound content for each format\, including interactive e-learning modules\, virtual instructor-led training (VILT)\, and hands-on classroom sessions. The webinar will also cover strategies for blended learning approaches\, methods to assess training effectiveness (e.g.\, quizzes\, observational audits)\, and how to maintain training records to demonstrate workforce competency to auditors and inspectors. \nTo Register and Receive Webinar Zoom Link
URL:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-electronic-and-in-person-food-safety-training/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-electronic-and-in-person-food-safety-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T173000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260306T134003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134003Z
UID:10006859-1775212200-1775237400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm 鈥� Extension Office Hours 鈥� 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:聽April 3\, April 28\, May 15\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM 鈥� 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM 鈥� 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM 鈥� 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress:聽992 Waterville Rd\, Belfast\, ME 04915\nCost:聽Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-belfast/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Waldo County Extension Office\, 992 Waterville Road\, Belfast\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260225T145251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T145538Z
UID:10006638-1775581200-1775588400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Oxford County Winter School Series: Identifying and Managing Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join the 91爆料 Cooperative Extension for聽Oxford County Winter School for Farmers\, Homesteaders\, and Gardeners\, a seasonal learning series designed to support small farms\, homesteads\, and home gardeners across Oxford County and beyond. \nEach two-hour session聽features an engaging presentation followed by聽Q&A and discussion. The series includes both Zoom and in-person sessions to provide flexible participation options. \nTerrestrial Invasive Plant ID\, Ecology & Spread; the Importance of Early Detection & Rapid Response; and iMapInvasives聽will introduce people to the common invasive plants in Oxford County; how to identify them and how to remove them. We will raise awareness on invasive plant ecology\, how they spread on the landscape\, and the impacts they have on the landscape to ecosystem services\, native plants\, and food web dynamics. \nWe will also highlight the importance of early detection/rapid response (EDRR)\, the EDRR species invading forests in Maine\, and do a brief introduction on iMap invasives 鈥� a citizen science mapping tool and a central repository for invasive plant data in Maine. I will also introduce people to the work that the Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP) does to combat terrestrial invasive plants. \nTwo pesticide recertification credits applied for. \nRegistration required. Register Online: Identifying and Managing Invasive Plants \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact extension.oxford@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/oxford-county-winter-school-series-identifying-and-managing-invasive-plants/
LOCATION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension Oxford County\, 9 Olson Road\, South Paris\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Oxford County":MAILTO:extension.oxford@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260325T130130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T130130Z
UID:10007096-1775583000-1775590200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Tractor Safety Certification Course - Gorham
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week course starts on聽April 7th聽at聽Cherry Hill Shaw Farm聽in Gorham\, ME. \nParticipants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met. This certificate is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. \nFormat: \n\nIn-person lectures\, hands-on demonstrations\, and tractor driving.\nAdditional reading and coursework outside of class time. Note: participants will need access to a computer\, tablet\, or smartphone to complete some homework assignments.\nFinal written exam and driving test\n\nTextbook:聽National Safety Tractor and Machinery Operation Program manual\, free with registration \nSchedule:聽Class meets from 5:30pm to 7:30pm on the dates below. \n\n04/7/2026\n04/14/2026\n04/21/2026\n04/28/2026\n5/5/2026 (Final Exam)\n5/6/2026 (Rain Date)\n\nRegister for Gorham Tractor Safety here.
URL:/calendar/event/tractor-safety-certification-course-gorham/
LOCATION:Cherry Hill Shaw Farm\, Cherry Hill Road\, Gorham\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T191500
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260227T211340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T211340Z
UID:10006682-1775584800-1775589300@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Produce Sharing Tables: An Approach to Garden-Grown Food Access
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore Waldo County Bounty鈥檚 Give and Take program\, a stigma-free model for sharing surplus garden produce through community drop-off sites. Participants will learn how the program operates\, how new sites are selected\, and how to start a Give and Take site in their own community. Developed during the COVID-19 pandemic to address farm losses and food insecurity in rural Waldo County\, Maine\, where nearly 6\,000 residents face food insecurity\, the program connects local gardeners\, farmers\, and neighbors to expand access to healthy\, local food. \nSpeakers: Vi帽a Lindley\, 91爆料 Extension Horticulture Professional and Mattie John Bamman\, Waldo County Bounty Communications Coordinator \nRegister Online:聽Produce Sharing Tables \nCan鈥檛 attend live?聽Register anyway聽to receive access to the聽recording聽and a list of related resources. \nAbout the Speakers\nVi帽a Lindley is a horticulture professional with the 91爆料 Cooperative Extension and implements programs that address issues in food access and sustainable approaches to horticulture. Vi帽a鈥檚 focus is on empowering individuals\, families\, and institutions to enhance their understanding of sustainable practices grounded in research-based information. Vi帽a coordinates the Master Gardener volunteers in Knox\, Lincoln and Waldo Counties and helps support their efforts to expand food access\, deepen knowledge\, and support a healthy environment in the community. Vi帽a was involved with launching Waldo County Bounty and the 鈥淕ive and Take鈥� program. She lives in Lincolnville where she enjoys growing food with her family and sharing the bounty with her community. \nMattie John Bamman (he/him) serves as the communications coordinator for Waldo County Bounty\, a nonprofit organization that he cofounded during the pandemic to increase access to locally grown fruits and vegetables. Mattie has participated in the development of WCB programming\, including the Farm-to-Pantry\, Seedling-to-Pantry\, Veggies For All Gleaning\, and Give & Take Stand programs\, which seek to support food insecure individuals and farms to strengthen the Waldo County food system. He is also a homesteader who grew up as part of the Downeast back-to-the-land movement\, and has 20+ years of international food writing experience.
URL:/calendar/event/spring-gardening-webinar-series-produce-sharing-tables-an-approach-to-garden-grown-food-access/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/spring-gardening-webinar-series-produce-sharing-tables-an-approach-to-garden-grown-food-access/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260225T152227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T152227Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Agriculture Mediation Program Spring Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Want to turn that bad feeling in the pit of your stomach and avoidance into a productive\, learning conversation at home and on the job?! Join our no-cost\, virtual book club focused on Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most (3rd Edition) written by communication experts and based on data from the Harvard Negotiation Project.  \nWhen are the Spring Sessions: \nMar-April Book Club Session: March 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 & 31 April 7 \non Tuesdays via Zoom 鈥� 7 to 8 PM \nEnroll here!\n \nWho Can Attend?\nThis book club is for the unique challenges faced by: \n\nLand & Sea Industry: Farmers\, fishermen\, industry workers\, and processors.\nIndustry Service providers who serve Maine鈥檚 food harvesters and producers.\nConflict Professionals: Mediators\, facilitators\, conflict resolution practitioners\, and students who support land & sea farmers\, fishermen\, and workers (or who plan to in the future!)\n\nWho will be facilitating the MAMP Book Club?\nLucy Wess\, MAMP Director\, and a person whose life has been forever changed by this text! \nElizabeth (Nancy) Neal\, MAMP Super Intern and Dairy Diva & Matriarch at Honey Brook Farm in Garland\, Maine. \nWhat You Will Learn:\nDifficult conversations often derail because we argue about who is right. This book club will invite you to learn and explore how to shift from聽blame to contribution聽and from聽certainty to curiosity. You will gain practical tools to: \n\nUntangle the Three Conversations: Understand the underlying structure of conflict (The 鈥淲hat Happened?鈥漒, Feelings\, and Identity Conversations).\nManage Emotions:聽Effectively identify and handle your own strong feelings and those of others.\nStart Constructively:聽Learn how to open a conversation from a neutral 鈥淭hird Story鈥� to create a safe space for learning and problem-solving.\nImprove Outcomes:聽Move beyond simple agreement to build stronger personal and working relationships.\n\nLearning Platforms & Shared Spaces \n\nPlatform: Hosted on BrightSpace for weekly asynchronous (at your own pace) discussion boards with prompts to prime the pump!\nEngagement: Weekly live Zoom meet-ups for discussion\, activities\, skill practice\, case studies\, Q&A\, and more.\n\nImportant Details & Considerations聽\n \nBook Access:聽Participants are responsible for acquiring their own copy of Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most (3rd Edition) by Douglas Stone\, Bruce Patton\, and Sheila Heen. \n\nHard Copy: Love your wallet and the planet\, consider buying a used/ previously loved 3rd聽edition\nAudio Book: widely available across listening platforms\nIf you need financial support to access our winter book club text (in either format)\, please check that below\, and our MAMP staff will follow up with you directly to make.that.happen!\n\nTime Commitment:聽We encourage participants to commit to the full 6-week session they register for. \n\nReading: Expect to read approximately 40鈥�60 pages per week.\nDiscussion Board: Plan for 15鈥�30 minutes per week to post your thoughtful response to the prompt and engage with other participants鈥� posts on BrightSpace.\nZoom Meet-up: Plan for 60 minutes per week for the live discussion and skill practice session.\n\nConfidentiality:聽Participants agree to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of any sensitive personal or business examples shared by other members during discussions and Zoom meetings. \nTech Needs:聽You will need reliable internet connections\, a computer/tablet to access the BrightSpace platform\, and a microphone/webcam for the weekly Zoom meet-ups. \nAccommodations: If you need a reasonable accommodation\, including financial support to access our winter book club text (in either format)\, to participate in this course\, please contact Lucy Wess at lucille.wess@maine.edu
URL:/calendar/event/maine-agriculture-mediation-program-spring-book-club/2026-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/maine-agriculture-mediation-program-spring-book-club/2026-04-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260302T155303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T155303Z
UID:10006733-1775638800-1775667600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:ServSafe庐 Certification in Falmouth
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Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date: April 9)\nTime:聽9:00 a.m. 鈥� 5:00 p.m.\nLocation:聽91爆料 Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Dr.\, Falmouth\, ME\nCost:聽$150 for course and exam\,聽registration deadline March 25\, 2026\nRegister for April 8\, 2026 ServSafe庐.
URL:/calendar/event/servsafe-certification-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":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T153000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260403T193505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T193505Z
UID:10007969-1775658600-1775662200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Starting Seeds Indoors Workshop at Millinocket Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension is hosting a family-oriented Starting Seeds Indoors workshop on Wednesday\, April 8 from 2:30鈥�3:30 p.m. at Millinocket Memorial Library\, 5 Maine Avenue. \nGardeners of all ages are invited to this hands-on workshop where Kate Garland\, Horticulturist with the 91爆料 Extension\, will provide a 30-minute overview of best practices for successful seed starting\, including timing\, lighting\, soil selection and care. The program will conclude with a make-and-take activity\, and participants will leave with newly sown seeds to grow at home and transplant into their own gardens. \nAt the same time\, Extension 4鈥慔 Community Education Assistant Emily Bishop will lead youth in engaging\, seed鈥憈hemed activities. The session will include a lively read鈥慳loud connected to seed starting\, followed by a hands鈥憃n activity where each child plants a seed to take home. \nThe workshop is free and open to the public. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Nicole Brennan (she/her/hers)\, Assistant Director Millinocket Memorial Library at 207.723.7020. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 7 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request; however\, all requests will be considered.
URL:/calendar/event/starting-seeds-indoors-workshop-at-millinocket-memorial-library/
LOCATION:Millinocket Memorial Library\, 5 Maine Avenue\, Millinocket\, 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:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260325T131410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T131410Z
UID:10007102-1775757600-1775761200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Develop a Marketing Strategy for Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms鈥攆rom small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. \nThe聽York County Farmers Network (YCFN)聽was brought聽back to life to support this community\, foster connection\, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. \nIn recent years\, York County farms have embraced聽agritourism聽and聽direct-to-consumer markets\, contributing to Maine鈥檚 $172 million in direct farm sales. But as farming evolves\, so do the challenges鈥攍ike preparing for change in long term weather patterns\, navigating labor and finances\, and planning for the next generation. \nDevelop a Marketing Strategy for Your Farm \nA practical workshop led by Sustainable Agriculture and Farm Business Management Educator Brett Johnson. Participants will explore best practices in farm marketing\, including market research\, developing a customer profile\, and creating a marketing strategy that captures more value and supports long-term profitability. Content is appropriate for both beginning and experienced producers\, with the goal of helping participants build a functional marketing plan. \nRegister for York County Farmers鈥� Network Series here. \n聽
URL:/calendar/event/york-county-farmers-network-series-develop-a-marketing-strategy-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension York County\, 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred\, ME\, 04002\, 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:20260410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T135055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T135107Z
UID:10006994-1775826000-1775833200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Greenhouse Education Program: Basics of Greenhouse Technology in Washington County
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 the Washington County Basics of Greenhouse Technology here!
URL:/calendar/event/greenhouse-education-program-basics-of-greenhouse-technology-in-washington-county/
LOCATION:91爆料 at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
GEO:44.7108395;-67.4578401
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260217T135924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T140213Z
UID:10006595-1775912400-1775919600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Shrub Pruning Workshop in Dover-Foxcroft
DESCRIPTION:Join Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District and 91爆料 Cooperative Extension for an in-person pruning workshop that combines an indoor overview of best practices with outdoor\, hands-on instruction. Participants will learn practical pruning techniques for shrubs while working directly with experienced instructors in a small-group setting. \nDate: April 11\, 1-3 p.m. (inclement weather date April 12\, same time)\nLocation: Law Farm Nature Trails\, Lee Cemetery Road\, Dover-Foxcroft\nCost: $20/person \nRegistration deadline: April 9\, Register here! \nWhat to Expect:\nThe session will begin at the Law Farm Outdoor Classroom (approximately 45 minutes) with an overview of pruning principles\, tools\, and safety considerations. The remainder of the program will take place outdoors\, where participants will view a field demonstration and practice pruning techniques under guided instruction. \nWhat to Wear:\nDress for the weather; a little over one hour will be spent outdoors and the classroom portion will be in an unheated building\nClosed-toe shoes are required \nWhat to Bring:\nEye protection and work gloves\nTools will be available to borrow and participants are encouraged not to purchase tools specifically for this class. Tool types and recommended features will be discussed during the session. \nThis program is hosted in collaboration with the 91爆料 Cooperative Extension\, an equal opportunity institution committed to nondiscrimination. If you need a reasonable accommodation\, please contact katherine.garland@maine.edu or 207.942.7396.
URL:/calendar/event/shrub-pruning-workshop-in-dover-foxcroft/
LOCATION:Law Farm Nature Trails\, Lee Cemetery Road\, Dover-Foxcroft\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Piscataquis County":MAILTO:extension.piscataquis@maine.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T134024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134157Z
UID:10006988-1775912400-1775919600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Tree Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms鈥攆rom small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. \nThe聽York County Farmers Network (YCFN)聽was brought聽back to life to support this community\, foster connection\, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. \nIn recent years\, York County farms have embraced聽agritourism聽and聽direct-to-consumer markets\, contributing to Maine鈥檚 $172 million in direct farm sales. But as farming evolves\, so do the challenges鈥攍ike preparing for change in long term weather patterns\, navigating labor and finances\, and planning for the next generation. \nIn this workshop\, Renae Moran will demonstrate pruning techniques and teach the principles of pruning fruit trees. The class will include a discussion of different strategies of pruning that can improve fruiting and manage tree size. There are many ways to shape and prune a tree\, so come and learn about what works best for your orchard. \nRegister for the York County Farmers鈥� Network Series: Tree Pruning Workshop here!
URL:/calendar/event/york-county-farmers-network-series-tree-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Snell Family Farm\, 1000 River Road\, Buxton\, 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:20260413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T134521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134521Z
UID:10006989-1776078000-1776083400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H: Intro to LEGO Robots
DESCRIPTION:Who:聽Youth ages 8-18 \nWhen:聽Monday\, April 13\, 2026\, from 11:00 am 鈥� 12:30 pm \nWhere:聽Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center \nWhat:聽Are you interested in robotics but never had a chance to explore what 鈥渞obotics鈥� is all about?! Come join 4-H Science Professional Meg Begley\, and 4-H Community Education Assistant Emily Bishop\, as we explore LEGO庐 Education SPIKE鈩� Prime kits. In this workshop\, youth will engage in hands-on learning\, computer programming\, and design with guidance and support from 4-H staff. Participants will build and code a functioning robot and get a taste of what the world of robotics is all about! \nRegister for Intro to LEGO Robots here!
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-intro-to-lego-robots/
LOCATION:Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center\, 491 College Avenue\, Orono\, ME\, 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:20260413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T134846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134852Z
UID:10006992-1776085200-1776092400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Greenhouse Education Program: Basics of Greenhouse Technology in Hancock County
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 the Hancock County Basics of Greenhouse Technology here!
URL:/calendar/event/greenhouse-education-program-basics-of-greenhouse-technology-hancock-county/
LOCATION:Hancock County Cooperative Extension Office\, 63 Boggy Brook Road\, Ellsworth\, 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:20260413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260303T135647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T135933Z
UID:10006784-1776096000-1776099600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Dive Into the 91爆料 Touch Tank (Virtually!)
DESCRIPTION:Join our touch tank staff for a virtual journey through Maine鈥檚 sea creatures. From the infamous lobster to the invasive green crab\, youth will have the opportunity to learn about common species that grace our shores from the comfort of home! \n\nCost:聽Free\nAges:聽8 鈥� 13\nDates/Time:聽This workshop will meet Monday April 13th\, Wednesday April 15th\, and Friday April 17th from 4:00-5:00 pm.\nRegistration Deadline:聽March 30\, 2026\nCapacity:聽Limited to 8 youth\n\nRegister here: Registration Form \nContact Leah McCluskey\, leah.mccluskey@maine.edu for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/dive-into-the-umaine-touch-tank-virtually/2026-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Hancock County":MAILTO:extension.hancock@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/dive-into-the-umaine-touch-tank-virtually/2026-04-13/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260325T130747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T130747Z
UID:10007099-1776103200-1776110400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Tractor Safety Certification Course - Sidney
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week course starts on聽April 13th at聽Kramer鈥檚 Inc.聽in Sidney\, ME. \nParticipants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met. This certificate is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. \nFormat: \n\nIn-person lectures\, hands-on demonstrations\, and tractor driving.\nAdditional reading and coursework outside of class time. Note: participants will need access to a computer\, tablet\, or smartphone to complete some homework assignments.\nFinal written exam and driving test\n\nTextbook:聽National Safety Tractor and Machinery Operation Program manual\, free with registration \nSchedule:聽Class meets from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on the dates below. \n\n04/13/2026\n04/20/2026\n04/27/2026\n05/4/2026\n5/11/2026 (Final Exam)\n\nRegister for Sidney Tractor Safety here.
URL:/calendar/event/tractor-safety-certification-course-sidney/
LOCATION:Kramer鈥檚 Inc.\, 2400 W River Rd\, Sidney\, 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:20260414T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T173000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260306T134807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134807Z
UID:10006875-1776162600-1776187800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm 鈥� Extension Office Hours 鈥� Machias
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Lily 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\nApril 14:\n\n10:30 AM 鈥� 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM 鈥� 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM 鈥� 5:30 PM\n\n\nApril 15:\n\n7:30 AM 鈥� 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM 鈥� 12:30 PM\n\n\nMay 12:\n\n10:30 AM 鈥� 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM 鈥� 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM 鈥� 5:30 PM\n\n\nMay 13:\n\n7:30 AM 鈥� 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM 鈥� 12:30 PM\n\n\nAddress:聽91爆料 Machias Science Building Rm 103\, Machias\, ME 04654\nCost:聽Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-machias/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:91爆料 at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
GEO:44.7108395;-67.4578401
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T135633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T135633Z
UID:10006995-1776184200-1776191400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Native Seed Sowing - Oxford County
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026\nTime: 4:30 to 6:30 pm\nLocation: McLaughlin Garden\, 97 Main Street\, South Paris\, ME 04281\nDiscover how to grow native plants from seed this spring! Get ahead on your gardening plans with this hands-on workshop presented by 91爆料 Cooperative Extension and McLaughlin Garden. Participants will learn the basics of successful native seed starting and then get their hands dirty sowing聽their own seeds to take home. \nRegister for Native Seed Sowing in Oxford County here; space is limited.\nThe workshop fee is $25.\nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\,聽visit the program website or contact Jennifer Cappello0-Ruggiero\, jennifer.cappelloruggiero@maine.edu\, 207.743.6329.
URL:/calendar/event/native-seed-sowing-oxford-county/
LOCATION:McLaughlin Garden\, 97 Main Street\, South Paris\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Oxford County":MAILTO:extension.oxford@maine.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260306T194441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194503Z
UID:10006899-1776186000-1776191400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Native Plants for the Ornamental Landscape in Newport
DESCRIPTION:Curious about the growing interest in native plants? Join Newport Adult Education聽on聽April 14 from 5:00鈥�6:30 PM聽for an engaging session designed to help gardeners confidently incorporate native species into their landscapes. \n\nLed by聽Kate Garland\, horticulturist with聽91爆料 Extension\, this workshop will:\n鈥� Explore what 鈥渘ative鈥� really means\n鈥� Discuss why native plants matter\n鈥� Share trusted resources for selecting the right plants for your site\n鈥� Take participants on a virtual walk through a curated collection of native species to consider for any landscapeBonus:聽Registered participants will receive a follow-up email with helpful resources聽and聽a small packet of native plant seeds.Register here:聽https://campscui.active.com/orgs/MAEARSU19AdultEducation?orglink=camps-registration&newcui=true#/selectSessions/3755443\n(Search 鈥淣ative Plant鈥� on the page to find the session quickly.)
URL:/calendar/event/native-plants-for-the-ornamental-landscape-in-newport/
LOCATION:Newport Adult Ad\, 266 Williams Road\, Newport\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260312T140014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T140044Z
UID:10006998-1776187800-1776195000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series 鈥� Season Extension
DESCRIPTION:Please join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production topics suitable for the home gardener to the farmer. There will be a total of four sessions\, a mix of classroom lectures and discussion\, and refreshments will be provided. Register for one or all. Attend virtually or in person. \nLearn production techniques\, tips\, and technologies used to increase the growing season and provide fresh\, locally produced vegetables longer in Maine. \nWhen:聽April 14\, 2026 \nTime:聽5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. \nLocation:聽聽Somerset County Cooperative Extension Office\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine 04976 \nOR Virtual:聽The Zoom link will be available after you register. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. Register for Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series- Season Extension here! \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650聽Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622聽julie.lajoie@maine.edu
URL:/calendar/event/somerset-county-spring-farm-and-garden-series-season-extension/
LOCATION:91爆料 Cooperative Extension Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Somerset County":MAILTO:extension.somerset@maine.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T191500
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260227T211554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T211602Z
UID:10006683-1776189600-1776194100@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Community Gardens and Food Security in Maine
DESCRIPTION:Across Maine\, community gardens are increasing food security by bringing people together to grow food for their communities. This panel will explore how collective garden spaces allow neighbors to work side by side to grow fresh\, local food that is donated to food security organizations. Panelists will share real examples from across Maine and offer practical insights into how community gardens get started\, build partnerships\, and grow into lasting resources that strengthen local communities. \nSpeakers:聽Rachel Stamieszkin\, Master Gardener Volunteer in Cumberland Coounty\, Johnny Sanchez\, Collective Gardens Program Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator at Food And Medicine (FAM)\, and Julia St. Clair\, Agricultural Programs Manager at Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust \nRegister Online:聽Community Gardens and Food Security in Maine \nCan鈥檛 attend live?聽Register anyway聽to receive access to the聽recording聽and a list of related resources. \nAbout the Speakers\nRachel Stamieszkin is a retired Project Manager. Upon her retirement from Unum she participated in the Master Gardener Class of 2017. Rachel has been intrigued and involved in growing vegetables since she was 3 in her own backyard in Pennsylvania\, and in Maine since 1981. Rachel joined the Cape Elizabeth Community Garden at the Gull Crest Fields in the mid 2000鈥檚\, which had been established as a Master Gardener project by three Cape residents. After gardening at the Gull Crest Garden for a few years\, Rachel put her corporate experience and love of gardening to work and became involved in managing the garden\, a role she has played since 2010. Rachel鈥檚 big focus at the Gull Crest Garden has been helping gardeners grow their own organic produce\, building community and growing food for the Maine Harvest for Hunger. Since its inception in 2002\, this community garden has donated 10\,000 pounds of food to local area food pantries. \nJohnny Sanchez\, Collective Gardens Program Coordinator & Volunteer Coordinator (he/him)\, joined the Food And Medicine (FAM) staff in 2021. Johnny was born in Albuquerque\, NM and grew up on the Ohkay Owingeh reservation in northern New Mexico where he gained a passion for growing food and feeding people. After graduating undergrad from Dartmouth College\, he further developed this passion by pursuing a Masters degree in sustainable agriculture from the 91爆料 and managing a farm in central Maine before coming to FAM. At FAM\, he has utilized these skills to help coordinate the annual Solidarity Harvest as well as outreach to farmers. \nJulia St.Clair (she/her) is the Agricultural Programs Manager at the Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and has been overseeing the Tom Settlemire Community Garden and the Master Gardener Volunteer Project\, the Common Good Garden\, for the past five growing seasons. Julia has lived and worked on farms across New England and has been involved in community gardens in Bar Harbor\, Portland\, and South Portland. When she鈥檚 not gardening\, cooking\, or talking about food\, Julia can be found swimming in the ocean\, reading on the couch with her cats\, or traveling the world to try new foods.
URL:/calendar/event/spring-gardening-webinar-series-community-gardens-and-food-security-in-maine/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/spring-gardening-webinar-series-community-gardens-and-food-security-in-maine/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260306T134807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134807Z
UID:10006878-1776238200-1776256200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm 鈥� Extension Office Hours 鈥� Machias
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Lily 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\nApril 14:\n\n10:30 AM 鈥� 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM 鈥� 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM 鈥� 5:30 PM\n\n\nApril 15:\n\n7:30 AM 鈥� 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM 鈥� 12:30 PM\n\n\nMay 12:\n\n10:30 AM 鈥� 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM 鈥� 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM 鈥� 5:30 PM\n\n\nMay 13:\n\n7:30 AM 鈥� 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM 鈥� 12:30 PM\n\n\nAddress:聽91爆料 Machias Science Building Rm 103\, Machias\, ME 04654\nCost:聽Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-machias/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:91爆料 at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
GEO:44.7108395;-67.4578401
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T083933
CREATED:20260303T135647Z
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UID:10006787-1776268800-1776272400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Dive Into the 91爆料 Touch Tank (Virtually!)
DESCRIPTION:Join our touch tank staff for a virtual journey through Maine鈥檚 sea creatures. From the infamous lobster to the invasive green crab\, youth will have the opportunity to learn about common species that grace our shores from the comfort of home! \n\nCost:聽Free\nAges:聽8 鈥� 13\nDates/Time:聽This workshop will meet Monday April 13th\, Wednesday April 15th\, and Friday April 17th from 4:00-5:00 pm.\nRegistration Deadline:聽March 30\, 2026\nCapacity:聽Limited to 8 youth\n\nRegister here: Registration Form \nContact Leah McCluskey\, leah.mccluskey@maine.edu for more information.
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CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension - Hancock County":MAILTO:extension.hancock@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/dive-into-the-umaine-touch-tank-virtually/2026-04-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T190000
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UID:10007000-1776276000-1776279600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Training
DESCRIPTION:Curious about making a difference in a young person鈥檚 life? Join us for a one-hour virtual session to discover how you can get involved as a 4-H volunteer! Learn what makes 4-H unique and how you can help youth thrive鈥攁ll while finding a role that fits your interests and schedule. \nRegister for Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Training here!
URL:/calendar/event/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91爆料 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training/
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