Upcoming Events
| January 27, 2012 | |||
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8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | |
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Black Bears of Boston Hockey Pre-game Events Join the Black Bears of Boston for two pre-game events before UMaine takes on Boston University in Boston two nights in a row! Both Fri. Jan. 27 and Sat. Jan 28 party begins at 4:30 pm. www.umainealumni.com/fe.....d=151 Cost: from menu Contact: Seth Robertson Telephone Number: 1-800-934-2586 EMail Address: seth.d.robertson@maine.edu Sponsored By:Alumni Association & Black Bears of Boston Location: Cornwall's Pub, 654 Beacon St., Boston | Cornwall's Pub, 654 Beacon St., Boston | |
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Strange Planets Finding another Earth is challenging but astronomers have found Kepler22b. A two-part planetarium exploration, Strange Planets demonstrates the methods that led to the distant find and explores the hardy life on our planet as we consider what unknown life might yet be discovered out there. Part of this program is entitled Origins of Life and offered at other times. Ages 9-adult. For more information or to make reservations, call 207-581-1341. Website: GalaxyMaine.com Cost: $3/person, Free to UMaine students w/MaineCard. Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium 5781 Wingate Hall 120 Munson Road Orono, ME 04469-5781 | Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine | |
| January 28, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum or Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Men's Basketball vs Binghamton For tickets, call 1-800-756-TEAM or 207-581-BEAR | Alfond Arena | |
| January 29, 2012 | |||
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | The Little Star That Could Youngsters see and explore the fall sky under the dome, and meet a young star just discovering the universe. Join a medium sized, yellow star as he makes his way through space. In his travels he meets other stars and learns about our galaxy and the planets, in this one-hour Omnidome adventure. Show especially for ages 5-8. For more information or to make reservations, call 207-581-1341. Cost: $3/person, Free to UMaine students w/MaineCard. Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Hall, Orono, ME 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Hall, Orono, ME 04469 | |
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm | 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Fundraiser We Run the Courts 3 on 3 Basketball fundraiser for the 2012 Strong Mind - Strong Body, Inc. Wellness and Nutrition Summer Youth Camp Three players on the floor at one time, games lasting 12 minutes each, each team will have two games, with a separate men and women's bracket. Events will include a dunk contest, celebrity 3 on 3, and free throw competitions. Registration prior to Jan. 29: $30; on day of the event: $40. Registration on the day of the event begins at 2:30 p.m. at the Field House. For more information, email: roosevelt.boone@umit.maine.edu Sponsored by: Strong Mind - Strong Body, Inc. and Male Athletes Against Violence | Field House, Memorial Gym | |
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | BSO - The Planets Lucas Richman, conductor www.collinscenterforthearts.com/ (207)581-1755 (800)622-8499 TDD/TTY (207)581-1888 | Collins Center for the Arts | |
| January 30, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | The Color Purple National Broadway Tour www.collinscenterforthearts.com/ (207)581-1755 (800)622-8499 TDD/TTY (207)581-1888 | Collins Center for the Arts | |
| January 31, 2012 | |||
9:00 am - 3:00 pm | New Farmer Workshop Series Five agencies have collaborated to develop a comprehensive seven-week workshop series designed for new Maine farmers who have been in business fewer than 10 years, or haven't started yet. Topics include farm business basics, crop management, energy management and farm safety. There are 3 full-day sessions and 3 evening sessions. Register for the series or by the session. Cost: $50/7 wks Contact: Dana Rickman Telephone Number: 207.353.5550 EMail Address: dana.rickman@maine.edu Sponsored By:Androscoggin Soil & Water Conservation District Location: USDA Service Center, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston | USDA Service Center, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston | |
9:00 am - 3:00 pm | New Farmer Workshop Series Five agencies have collaborated to develop a comprehensive seven-week workshop series designed for new Maine farmers who have been in business fewer than 10 years, or haven't started yet. Topics include farm business basics, crop management, energy management and farm safety. There are 3 full-day sessions and 3 evening sessions. Register for the series or by the session. Cost: $50/7 wks Contact: Dana Rickman Telephone Number: 207.353.5550 EMail Address: dana.rickman@maine.edu Sponsored By:Androscoggin Soil & Water Conservation District Location: USDA Service Center, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston | USDA Service Center, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm | The Purity Myth: The Virginity Movement's War Against Women Film featuring Jessica Valenti, followed by discussion. For more information, contact Angela Hart, 581-1228. | Bangor Room, Memorial Union | |
| February 1, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 3:00 pm | UMaine Career Fair Job and internship opportunities from many companies. Bring resumes and dress professionally! For a list of employers, visit: https://maine-csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?cf=ejf2011 Cost: Free Contact: Patty Counihan Telephone Number: 581-1359 EMail Address: patty.counihan@umit.maine.edu Sponsored By:Career Center Location: New Balance Student Recreation Center/UMaine | New Balance Student Recreation Center/UMaine | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Oral Defense: Toni Chapman Moleon Candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education Peer Groups: The Effect on Conversational Interactions Among Adults with Mental Retardation | 307 Shibles Hall | |
| February 2, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm | Socialist and Marxist Studies Series PANEL: ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Hilary Lister, "Hidden Maine Economies and Organizing for Community Justice." Hilary Lister works for economic and environmental justice through community organizing and recently through Occupy Augusta. Prof. Richard Judd, History, "Environmental Justice: A Historical Context" Prof. Michael Howard, Philosophy, "Carbon Cap and Dividend: A Progressive Policy for Climate Change" Sponsored by Marxist-Socialist Studies Interdisciplinary Minor. Co-sponsored by Maine Peace Action Comm. (MPAC) and Campus Activities and Student Engagement and with support of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Speakers do not necessarily present socialist or Marxist viewpoints. For additional information, contact: Prof. Doug Allen, Coordinator, Marxist-Socialist Studies, The Maples, University of Maine, Orono, Maine 04469. Phone: 581-3860. E-mail: douglas.allen@umit.maine.edu. | Bangor Room, Memorial Union | |
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Alumni Association Black Bear Road Trip Join alums in Connecticut for a reception, hors d'oeuvres, and cash bar. Meet UMaine president Paul Ferguson and Alumni Association president Todd. D. Saucier '93, '97G. RSVP by 1-26-12. www.umainealumni.com/in.....d=246 Cost: $25 Contact: Cassie Tenan Telephone Number: 207-581-1146 EMail Address: cassandra.tenan@umit.maine.edu Sponsored By:UMaine Alumni Association Location: Sherton Stamford Hotel, Stamford, CT | Sherton Stamford Hotel, Stamford, CT | |
| February 3, 2012 | |||
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Rd., Ellsworth | |
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Rd., Ellsworth | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
11:00 am - midday | Oral Defense: Ellen Robertson Candidate for a Master of Science in Environmental Science Responses of Rail Productivity to Water Level Variability and Factors Affecting Rail Broadcast Survey Results | 106 Jenness Hall | |
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Earth's Wild Ride Earth's Wild Ride is a story from 200 years in the future that features a moon colonist and his grandchildren as they watch the earth during a solar eclipse. The grandfather recalls the nature of the blue planet where he was born and its most dramatic events including volcano eruptions, dinosaur extinctions and torrential storms. This Omnidome spectacle crosses time and space through computer animation and immerses viewers in the future and past on Earth's Wild Ride. A tour of the season's night sky, it constellations and planets demonstrates the lovely views Earthlings still enjoy today in Maine. Suitable for viewers age 9 and up. Cost: $3/person Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Rd., Orono, ME 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Rd. | |
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Men's Ice Hockey vs Ala.-Huntsville Athletic Ticket Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm For Ticket Information call 581-BEAR (2327) or 1-800-756-TEAM (8326). | Alfond Arena | |
8:30 pm - 9:15 pm | SkyLase - VIDEO Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The archetypical planetarium light show breaks new ground with dancing dimes, swirling abstract strands and many more animated motifs through the entire 45 minute album. Admission is $4. Tickets available for advance purchase at Jordan Planetarium on the Orono campus, and by mail. Seating is limited to 30 seats. All programs last approximately 40 minutes. See GalaxyMaine.com for complete show listings and get your rock on! Cost: $4/person Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | |
| February 4, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum or Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Men's Ice Hockey vs Ala.-Huntsville Athletic Ticket Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm For Ticket Information call 581-BEAR (2327) or 1-800-756-TEAM (8326). | Alfond Arena | |
| February 5, 2012 | |||
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Follow the Drinking Gourd Children will sing Follow the Drinking Gourd while learning how the sun and stars move throughout the year and how to find a very important star that helped guide slaves escaping to the north in the 1800s. The song the slaves used as a map to the north is a catchy tune that will have the whole family humming and the story is illustrated with the artwork of Maine author, Jeannette Winter. Suitable for ages 6 and up, the culture and science combine smartly in this Black History Month program. This show is suitable for skywatchers of all ages. Cost: $3/person, Free to UMaine students Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | |
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | SkyLase - VIDEO Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The archetypical planetarium light show breaks new ground with dancing dimes, swirling abstract strands and many more animated motifs through the entire 45 minute album. Admission is $4. Tickets available for advance purchase at Jordan Planetarium on the Orono campus, and by mail. Seating is limited to 30 seats. All programs last approximately 40 minutes. See GalaxyMaine.com for complete show listings and get your rock on! Cost: $4/person Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | |
| February 6, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
11:00 am - midday | Oral Defense: Alia Waleed Al-Humaidhi Candidate for a Master of Science in Marine Biology and Master of Science in Marine Policy Fisheries and Their Management -- The Inevitable Mismatch? Identifying Critical Scales of Stock Structure and Exploring the Conditions of Sustainable Management | 101 Norman Smith Hall | |
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Men's Basketball vs Vermont For tickets, call 1-800-756-TEAM or 207-581-BEAR | Memorial Gym | |
| February 7, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | New Farmer Workshop Series Five agencies have collaborated to develop a comprehensive seven-week workshop series designed for new Maine farmers who have been in business fewer than 10 years, or haven't started yet. Topics include farm business basics, crop management, energy management and farm safety. There are 3 full-day sessions and 3 evening sessions. Register for the series or by the session. Cost: $50/7 wks Contact: Dana Rickman Telephone Number: :207.353.5550 EMail Address: dana.rickman@maine.edu Sponsored By:Androscoggin Soil & Water Conservation District | USDA Service Center, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston | |
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | New Farmer Workshop Series Five agencies have collaborated to develop a comprehensive seven-week workshop series designed for new Maine farmers who have been in business fewer than 10 years, or haven't started yet. Topics include farm business basics, crop management, energy management and farm safety. There are 3 full-day sessions and 3 evening sessions. Register for the series or by the session. Cost: $50/7 wks Contact: Dana Rickman Telephone Number: :207.353.5550 EMail Address: dana.rickman@maine.edu Sponsored By:Androscoggin Soil & Water Conservation District | USDA Service Center, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston | |
| February 8, 2012 | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm | Women in the Military Andrea Tolbert, undergraduate, Sociology and Social Work; Nancy Laffin, undergraduate, Biology; Kristina Muniz, undergraduate, Arts Education Part of the Women in the Curriculum and Women's Studies Program Lunch Series. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information or to request an accommodation, call 207.581.1228. | Bangor Room, Memorial Union | |
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Black Bears of Bangor Alumni Social Come and meet local alumni in the Bangor area. Cash bar and menu available. Watch for upcoming monthly events. RSVP by 2-1-12. www.umainealumni.com/fe.....d=303 Cost: from menu Contact: Cassie Tenan Telephone Number: 1-800-934-2586 EMail Address: cassandra.tenan@umit.maine.edu Sponsored By:Alumni Association, Black Bears of Bangor, Stillwater Poster Company Location: Hero's Sports Grill, 41 Washington St., Bangor | Hero's Sports Grill, 41 Washington St., Bangor | |
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Women's Basketball vs Boston University For tickets, call 1-800-756-TEAM or 207-581-BEAR | Alfond Arena | |
| February 9, 2012 | |||
Classes dropped on or before this date will not appear on transcript | |||
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm | Socialist and Marxist Studies Series OCCUPY UMAINE: A STUDENT PANEL Dan White, Eric Collins, Calvin Forbes, and other UMaine students Sponsored by Marxist-Socialist Studies Interdisciplinary Minor. Co-sponsored by Maine Peace Action Comm. (MPAC) and Campus Activities and Student Engagement and with support of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Speakers do not necessarily present socialist or Marxist viewpoints. For additional information, contact: Prof. Doug Allen, Coordinator, Marxist-Socialist Studies, The Maples, University of Maine, Orono, Maine 04469. Phone: 581-3860. E-mail: douglas.allen@umit.maine.edu. | Bangor Room, Memorial Union | |
| February 10, 2012 | |||
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Rd., Ellsworth | |
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Rd., Ellsworth | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
11:00 am - midday | Oral Defense: Nicholas Record Candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy in Oceanography Linking Ecological First Principles to Biodiversity Patterns of Marine Copepods | 354 Aubert Hall | |
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Alumni Chapter of Rochester, NY, Winter Banquet Come enjoy a "wicked good" gourmet buffet dinner. UMaine guest speakers: Professor Batuski, chair of physics & astronomy, and graduate student Kevin Roberge '04. www.umainealumni.com/im.....2.pdf Cost: $28 Contact: Dick McNeary Telephone Number: 585-671-5232 EMail Address: dick.mcneary@gmail.com Sponsored By:Alumni Association & Alumni Chapter of Rochester Location: The Daisy Flour Mill, 1880 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY | The Daisy Flour Mill, 1880 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY | |
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | The Vagina Monologues Part of the Women in the Curriculum and Women's Studies Program Lunch Series. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information or to request an accommodation, call 207.581.1228. | Bangor Room, Memorial Union | |
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Ice Worlds Ice Worlds examines the close ties of life and water on Earth and the changing climate that will affect us all. It is a spectacular exploration of icebergs, massive glaciers, and their importance to Earth using satellite data, photography and computer animation. Other distant worlds where ice and water abound, and the winter constellations above Maine's snow covered fields are included in this adventure. Produced in support of the International Polar Year 2007-2008 using satellite imagery, actual footage in the field, and CG animation. Ice Worlds is suitable for ages 7 and up. Cost: $3.00 Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469 | |
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Avenue Q Part of the School of Performing Arts Spring 2012 Program For more information or tickets, please call 581-4721. | Hauck Auditorium | |
8:15 pm - 9:00 pm | SkyLase - Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon Two weeks of LASERS! February 10-26 the SkyLase series brings rock music and star stories illustrated by laser animations, sweeping patterns and full-dome video to the Jordan Planetarium dome daily. Star legends and classic rock and roll favorites, include single premiere artists or theme playlists in each show. Admission $4. Tickets available for advance purchase at the Jordan Planetarium on the Orono campus, and by mail. Seating is limited to 30 seats. All programs approx. 40 minutes. See GalaxyMaine.com for complete show listings and get your rock on! Cost: $4/person Contact: Alan Davenport Telephone Number: 207-581-1341 EMail Address: info@GalaxyMaine.com Sponsored By:Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium, University of Maine Location: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Rd., Orono, Maine 04469 | 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Rd., Orono, Maine 04469 | |
| February 11, 2012 | |||
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Rd., Ellsworth | |
8:30 am - midday | Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Friday mornings (8:30 - noon) from January 27th to May 4th, 2012 (plus 2 Saturdays 2/11 and 3/17), an intensive training in horticulture, focusing on growing fruits and vegetables. The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to provide horticultural training to prepare you to do gardening-related volunteer work in the local community. After completing the training, you are expected to volunteer at least 40 hours within one year on an already established project. Deadline to apply is Wednesday January 4th, 2012. Sliding scale course fee, some scholarships available. This is the website for more information about the program: extension.umaine.edu/ha.....eers/ Cost: Sld. Scale Contact: Marjorie Peronto Telephone Number: 667-8212 EMail Address: marjorie.peronto@maine.edu Sponsored By:Cooperative Extension Location: 63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth | 63 Boggy Brook Rd., Ellsworth | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The Moment Paintings by Michael De Brito Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | The City Photos by Lori Nix Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum or Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | I Put a Spell On You Works by sculptor and installation artist Brett Day Windham Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Because You're Mine Works by sculpture, video and performance artist George Terry Free admission courtesy of Machias Savings Bank in memory of Edward "Ted" Leonard III. For more information, call 207-561-3350, www.umma.umaine.edu. UMMA is wheelchair accessible. | University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St., Bangor | |
