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SUMMARY:Oxford County Winter School Series: Identifying and Managing Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join the 91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension for 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 features an engaging presentation followed by 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 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 – 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.
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LOCATION:91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension Oxford County\, 9 Olson Road\, South Paris\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension - Oxford County":MAILTO:extension.oxford@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T173000
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SUMMARY:Tractor Safety Certification Course - Gorham
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week course starts on April 7th at Cherry Hill Shaw Farm 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: National Safety Tractor and Machinery Operation Program manual\, free with registration \nSchedule: 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.
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LOCATION:Cherry Hill Shaw Farm\, Cherry Hill Road\, Gorham\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T191500
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SUMMARY:Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Produce Sharing Tables: An Approach to Garden-Grown Food Access
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore Waldo County Bounty’s 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: Viña Lindley\, 91±¬ÁĎ Extension Horticulture Professional and Mattie John Bamman\, Waldo County Bounty Communications Coordinator \nRegister Online: Produce Sharing Tables \nCan’t attend live? Register anyway to receive access to the recording and a list of related resources. \nAbout the Speakers\nViña Lindley is a horticulture professional with the 91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension and implements programs that address issues in food access and sustainable approaches to horticulture. Viña’s focus is on empowering individuals\, families\, and institutions to enhance their understanding of sustainable practices grounded in research-based information. Viña 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. Viña was involved with launching Waldo County Bounty and the “Give and Take” 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.
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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 – 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’s 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 blame to contribution and from certainty to curiosity. You will gain practical tools to: \n\nUntangle the Three Conversations: Understand the underlying structure of conflict (The “What Happened?”\, Feelings\, and Identity Conversations).\nManage Emotions: Effectively identify and handle your own strong feelings and those of others.\nStart Constructively: Learn how to open a conversation from a neutral “Third Story” to create a safe space for learning and problem-solving.\nImprove Outcomes: 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 \n \nBook Access: 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 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: We encourage participants to commit to the full 6-week session they register for. \n\nReading: Expect to read approximately 40–60 pages per week.\nDiscussion Board: Plan for 15–30 minutes per week to post your thoughtful response to the prompt and engage with other participants’ posts on BrightSpace.\nZoom Meet-up: Plan for 60 minutes per week for the live discussion and skill practice session.\n\nConfidentiality: 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: 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
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CATEGORIES:Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
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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: Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date: April 9)\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 March 25\, 2026\nRegister for April 8\, 2026 ServSafe®.
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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
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SUMMARY:Starting Seeds Indoors Workshop at Millinocket Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension is hosting a family-oriented Starting Seeds Indoors workshop on Wednesday\, April 8 from 2:30–3:30 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±¬ÁĎ 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‑H Community Education Assistant Emily Bishop will lead youth in engaging\, seed‑themed activities. The session will include a lively read‑aloud connected to seed starting\, followed by a hands‑on 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.
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LOCATION:Millinocket Memorial Library\, 5 Maine Avenue\, Millinocket\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T180000
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SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Develop a Marketing Strategy for Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. \nThe York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought 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 agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets\, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in direct farm sales. But as farming evolves\, so do the challenges—like 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’ Network Series here. \n 
URL:/calendar/event/york-county-farmers-network-series-develop-a-marketing-strategy-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension York County\, 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred\, ME\, 04002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T135107Z
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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 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 Washington County Basics of Greenhouse Technology here!
URL:/calendar/event/greenhouse-education-program-basics-of-greenhouse-technology-in-washington-county/
LOCATION:91±¬ÁĎ at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
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SUMMARY:Shrub Pruning Workshop in Dover-Foxcroft
DESCRIPTION:Join Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District and 91±¬ÁĎ 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±¬ÁĎ 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.
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LOCATION:Law Farm Nature Trails\, Lee Cemetery Road\, Dover-Foxcroft\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension - Piscataquis County":MAILTO:extension.piscataquis@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Tree Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. \nThe York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought 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 agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets\, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in direct farm sales. But as farming evolves\, so do the challenges—like 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’ 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±¬ÁĎ Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu
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