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Magic Tree House: Space Mission
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United StatesTravel with the brother-sister duo, Jack and Annie, in their Magic Treehouse as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. With the help of an astronomer, the Internet, an astronaut, books and the writer of the mysterious note, Jack and Annie are taken on a wondrous journey […]
$7.00
One Sky
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United StatesOne Sky is a collection of sky cultures around the world. It recognizes that all people around the globe share strong connections to the stars for navigation, time keeping, agriculture and storytelling. As active exploration of our universe continues today, we honor the cultures who first looked up and dreamed about our place in the […]
$7.00
Field Day at UMaine Extension’s Tidewater Farm
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm Farm Gate Road, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin UMaine Extension staff and Master Gardener Volunteers for a family-friendly morning in the Gardens at Tidewater Farm! Come experience the gardens, learn about Extension’s work, ask gardening questions and participate in hands-on demonstrations beginning at 10:30 a.m. Hands-on demonstrations will focus around cultivation practices that will keep your garden healthy, productive and looking fresh […]
Tycho to the Moon
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United StatesMeet Tycho, a dog who doesn’t just howl at the Moon, but wants to go there. Blast off on an amazing ride into space with Tycho and his human friends, Ruby and Michael. Learn about day and night, space travel, the phases of the Moon and features of the lunar surface. Get a close-up look […]
$7.00
David Bowie Dreams
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United StatesDavid Bowie Dreams engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to a pulsating soundtrack of one of rock music's greatest icons. Experience music in new ways in the planetarium at the Versant Power Astronomy Center! Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs […]
$9.00
Invasive Plant Educational Workshop
Nutting Hall 201 Nutting HallPlease join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Natural Resource and Conservation Service (NRCS) and State partners Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP) and Maine Forest Service (MFS) for an Invasive Plant Educational Workshop. Participants will learn about Invasive plant biology, ecological impacts, identification, fundamental concepts of invasive plant management and related state and federal programs […]
$10.00
Black Hole – First Picture
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United StatesBlack Hole First Picture features the human attempt to create the very first picture of a black hole with the Event Horizon Telescope - a network of 8 Radio telescopes at remote locations in the world ranging from Europe, North and South America, Hawaii to Antarctica. For years, the Event Horizon Telescope has been staring into […]
$7.00
Pasture Walk Series: Thomaston
Grace Pond Farm 530 Main Street, Thomaston, ME, United StatesDr. Jaime Garzon, University of Maine Cooperative Extension forage specialist, will lead five pasture walks in five counties in Maine each year. Come to meet and learn about the production system and forage management of forage producers, identify forage species in the field, learn about climate-smart practices, regenerative grazing, and more. We welcome local farmers […]
Cut Flower Production
Veggies To Table 27 Bailey Lane, Newcastle, ME, United StatesWe will join Veggies to Table’s Farmer-Executive Director Erica Berman for a tour of the farm with a specific focus on cut flower tips and tricks including dahlia production. Come with your questions about growing flowers in Maine, CSAs, and pop-ups. This is a great opportunity for new farmers to learn about the types of […]