Two Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — “Up River: Selections From The Captain Bill Abbott Collection” and “20 Best” — are on display at the H. Allen and Sally Fernald Art Gallery at the University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast through May 31. The show is free and open to the public, 8 a.m–4:30 […]
This online professional development program presents an overview of sustainability from a business perspective and a hands-on action planning workshop.
The 2023 Faculty Exhibition in Lord Hall Gallery will open on Feb. 3 and run through March 17. More details are available here All events are free and open to the public. The gallery is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The workshop will showcase evaluation tools to help growers better direct their cleaning and sanitation efforts. We will discuss concepts during the morning and have a hands-on activity in the afternoon. Chris Callahan, University of Vermont Extension, will share his expertise with farmers and provide tools to evaluate their current equipment from a hygienic design […]
The following items will be exhibited: Altered States and Other Stories — Kit Warren Placement — Jenny Brilllhart Gather — Collee McCubbin Stepanic In The Shadows |Works from the Collection — Connie Imboden Unconstrained Forms — Joanne Freeman Click here for details of the artists.
Thinking about becoming a 4-H volunteer? Or know someone who would be a great fit? We are looking for people to help youth find their spark and thrive. We offer lots of ways to be involved depending on your time and interests. Join Cooperative Extension for two one-hour virtual sessions to learn more. Registration Deadline: […]
Register for free at https://maine.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cP3MndpzSlSwpZo4OwIEKA Should ChatGPT be banned from English class? Should art students be allowed to make images with Midjourney? This webinar will show you how generative AI works and why it raises so many pedagogical and ethical questions. Presenters will also introduce UMaine's Learning With AI initiative, including resources and a toolkit to […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering its Agriculture Leadership Ambassador program from March 7–April 18. The program, open to all teens ages 14–18, will focus on understanding the Maine food system, exploring careers and building advocacy skills. As formal agricultural programs at local high schools disappear, students lack opportunities to learn about critical […]
The Algae SPIN Club will explore all things algae — why algae is important, how it can be used, harmful algae blooms, and related community action. In this club, youth will have the opportunity to taste algae, create a seaweed lava lamp, and even observe and analyze the growth of an algae sample at home. […]
An Event for All Plant Enthusiasts. Are you a new plant parent? A seasoned gardener? Or are you seeking plant care advice? Come join Mainely Succulents at the Foster Center for an exciting walk-in workshop on all things plants. Dinner will be provided. Come to learn and leave with a new green friend. Recommended ages: […]
This webinar will focus on practical strategies for growing tomatoes, peppers, and melons. In addition to offering simple tips and tricks that will save you time and improve yields, our experts will share updates on new varieties trials taking place at our research farm in Monmouth, Maine. This presentation has something to offer all levels […]
Join the Flowering in the North team for this series of webinars designed to help flower farmers prepare for a successful 2022 season. This 4-session series, held on the evenings of Feb. 28 through March 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., will include presentations, Q&A, group discussion, and brainstorming opportunities. An additional in-person networking […]
This film follows the hope and heartbreak of unemployed American workers seeking jobs in the solar industry. With countries like China investing in innovative technologies and capitalizing on this trillion-dollar opportunity, we learn of the global energy transition from the perspective of workers and entrepreneurs building solutions to income inequality and climate change. Their successes […]
