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May 2022
Elton John: Crocodile Rockin’ Under the Dome!
The stellar sounds of Sir Elton John are now here at the planetarium. Come join Versant Power Astronomy Center and listen to some of Elton's greatest hits, like Crocodile Rock, Rocket Man, I'm still Standing, and more. Each song has its own custom visuals/music videos made to be played in our dome, so come rock out with us. Tickets are $9 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may…
Find out more »Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — ‘Animal Tales’ and ‘Lincoln County Through the Eastern Eye’
Two Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — “Animal Tales" and "Lincoln County Through the Eastern Eye” — are on display at the H. Allen and Sally Fernald Art Gallery at the University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast through June 30. The show is free and open to the public, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Learn more here.
Find out more »Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — ‘Animal Tales’ and ‘Lincoln County Through the Eastern Eye’
Two Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — “Animal Tales" and "Lincoln County Through the Eastern Eye” — are on display at the H. Allen and Sally Fernald Art Gallery at the University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast through June 30. The show is free and open to the public, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Learn more here.
Find out more »Presidential Awards Recognition
The Presidential Awards Recognition honoring recipients of the 2021 and 2022 University of Maine Presidential Awards will be held Tuesday, May 24 at 3 p.m. in Minsky Recital Hall. The awards ceremony will be followed by a reception in Miller Café, Collins Center for the Arts. Interested parties are invited to attend to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding Presidential Award recipients. Face coverings required.
Find out more »Helping Calm Strong Emotions with Nonviolent Communication (online)
Participants will learn practical strategies for helping calm strong emotions in ourselves and others. Together, we’ll delve into verbal and somatic strategies to move away from brittle reactivity and into resilient responsiveness. You will leave this course with an understanding of how neuroscience and resonant language can help strengthen harmony and authentic connection.
Find out more »Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — ‘Animal Tales’ and ‘Lincoln County Through the Eastern Eye’
Two Penobscot Marine Museum photography exhibits — “Animal Tales" and "Lincoln County Through the Eastern Eye” — are on display at the H. Allen and Sally Fernald Art Gallery at the University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast through June 30. The show is free and open to the public, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Learn more here.
Find out more »Kennebunk Food Scrap Diversion Workshop (with Maine DEP)
Location: West Kennebunk Fire Station 80 Thompson Road, Kennebunk, Maine Contact to register: Bryan Laverriere, Kennebunk Public Works Director, 207.604.1308 This workshop is free and open to the public. The Maine Deptartment of Environmental Protection (DEP) is hosting a series of Food Scrap Diversion Workshops in collaboration with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry and the University of Maine Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainable Solutions. These half-day workshops offer a chance to learn about the most…
Find out more »Northern Light 2022 Virtual Research Expo featuring UMaine Faculty Speakers
Join Northern Light Medical Center on Wednesday, May 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the sixth annual Northern Light Research Expo in a series of virtual sessions by ZOOM. Online attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the innovative research being performed at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and throughout our Maine community. Join one session or all four and view poster presentations online. This virtual event is free and will include an Institute of…
Find out more »Tractor Safety Workshop on Mt. Desert
Participants will learn how to identify common farm and tractor hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. We will discuss tractor parts to better understand the equipment and safe operation of that equipment, as well as best practices for hooking up to and using attachments. The course is open to all adults and youth interested. Limited to 16 Registrants Register Online: https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/2022-tractor-safety-workshop-mt-desert-maine/ Questions or to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, contact: extension.tractorsafety@maine.edu or by phone:…
Find out more »Preserving the Harvest: Jam and Jelly Basics Food Preservation Workshop in Falmouth
Ever wonder how to make your own homemade jams and jellies? University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basics of making local fruit jam and jelly, including how to use a boiling water bath canner to preserve jam. Learn from the experts. We will provide fresh produce and canning jars. Please bring a pot holder to the workshop. Register here: https://extension.umaine.edu/register/product/preserving-the-harvest-jam-and-jelly-basics-falmouth-may-25-2022/
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