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January 2021
The Little Star that Could
It’s hard to be a little star in a big universe. Join a medium-sized yellow star as he makes his way through space. In his travels, he meets many different types of stars and learns about some of the other things that make our universe so interesting. After meeting stars, nebulas and galaxies, the little star takes a good look at himself and finds that he, too, is special. He has nine planets that depend on him for warmth and…
Find out more »Van Halen: A Tribute to Eddy
"Van Halen: A Tribute to Eddy" immerses theatergoers on a journey of our universe centralized on sensational visuals and artistic interpretation. Experience music from this internationally acclaimed rock band at the Versant Power Astronomy Center. Tickets are $8 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised.…
Find out more »2021 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration (virtual)
This year's event will feature a panel of UMaine alumni, students, and friends who will address the topic of "Being Black in Maine: Lived Experience and the Prospect for Change." Co-hosted by the Greater Bangor Area Branch NAACP and the University of Maine Alumni Association. The event will also include a special announcement about the establishment of a new civil rights speakers series. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube.
Find out more »BPC Update — PAT — 2021 ATS (online)
UMaine Extension is pleased to host pesticide applicator recertification training sessions with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control as part of the 2021 Agricultural Trades Show. Join John Pietroski, Manager of Pesticide Programs, for the BPC Update. Attending this webinar earns 1 recertification credit. Register here.
Find out more »Making Money Moves: A Decision-Making Workshop for Farmers (online)
The 2020 season was an unpredictable and disruptive one. As a result, many growers are considering big transitions to their business models. This discussion-based series is designed to help established farmers think through those big decisions. This event takes place over three consecutive Tuesdays, starting Jan 12 and ending Jan. 26. Click here to register. Sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Find out more »Can Crop Rotation be a Sustainable Pest and Disease Management? — PAT — 2021 ATS (webinar)
UMaine Extension is pleased to host pesticide applicator recertification training sessions with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control as part of the 2021 Agricultural Trades Show. Join Dr. Bee Chim for “Can Crop Rotation be a Sustainable Pest and Disease Management?” Attending this webinar earns 1 recertification credit. Click here to register. Sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Find out more »Grants 101: Seeking, Analyzing, and Writing Basics (online)
Fogler Library and the Office of Research Development sponsor workshops throughout the academic year. At the Grants 101 workshop, participants will: search for grants in PIVOT analyze an agency's Request for Proposals learn grant writing basics Upcoming workshop dates: Tuesday, Oct. 13th, 2020, 10–11:30 a.m. via Zoom. RSVP here. Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021, 10–11:30 a.m. via Zoom. RSVP here.
Find out more »Potato Diseases: Understanding Them and Their Control — Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training — 2021 Maine Agricultural Trades Show (webinar)
UMaine Extension is pleased to host pesticide applicator recertification training sessions with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control as part of the 2021 Agricultural Trades Show. Join Dr. Steven Johnson for “Potato Diseases: Understanding Them and Their Control.” Attending this webinar earns 1 recertification credit. Click here to register. Sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Find out more »2020 The Year of the Disinfectant: Risks Associated with Disinfecting for COVID-19 — PAT — 2021 ATS (online)
UMaine Extension is pleased to host pesticide applicator recertification training sessions with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control as part of the 2021 Agricultural Trades Show. Join BPC Toxicologist Pamela Bryer for “2020 The Year of the Disinfectant: Risks Associated with Disinfecting for COVID-19.” Attending this webinar earns 1 recertification credit. Register here.
Find out more »Bt Corn Update — PAT — 2021 ATS (webinar)
UMaine Extension is pleased to host pesticide applicator recertification training sessions with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control as part of the 2021 Agricultural Trades Show. Join Dr. John Jemison for the annual Bt Corn Update. Attending this webinar earns 1 recertification credit. Click here to register. Sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
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