BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91±¬ÁĎ Calendar - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:91±¬ÁĎ Calendar X-ORIGINAL-URL:/calendar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 91±¬ÁĎ Calendar REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T123000 DTSTAMP:20260621T213224 CREATED:20260312T134521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134521Z UID:10006989-1776078000-1776083400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:4-H: Intro to LEGO Robots DESCRIPTION:Who: Youth ages 8-18 \nWhen: Monday\, April 13\, 2026\, from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm \nWhere: Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center \nWhat: Are you interested in robotics but never had a chance to explore what “robotics” is all about?! Come join 4-H Science Professional Meg Begley\, and 4-H Community Education Assistant Emily Bishop\, as we explore LEGO® Education SPIKE™ 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±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T150000 DTSTAMP:20260621T213224 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 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’s 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±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260621T213224 CREATED:20260303T135647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T135933Z UID:10006784-1776096000-1776099600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Dive Into the 91±¬ÁĎ Touch Tank (Virtually!) DESCRIPTION:Join our touch tank staff for a virtual journey through Maine’s 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: Free\nAges: 8 – 13\nDates/Time: This workshop will meet Monday April 13th\, Wednesday April 15th\, and Friday April 17th from 4:00-5:00 pm.\nRegistration Deadline: March 30\, 2026\nCapacity: 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±¬ÁĎ 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:20260621T213224 CREATED:20260325T130747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T130747Z UID:10007099-1776103200-1776110400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Tractor Safety Certification Course - Sidney DESCRIPTION:This 5-week course starts on April 13th at Kramer’s Inc. 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: National Safety Tractor and Machinery Operation Program manual\, free with registration \nSchedule: 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’s Inc.\, 2400 W River Rd\, Sidney\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR