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Find out more »University of Maine Museum of Art Exhibitions
Works from 2013–2018 Maine-based artist Steve Bartlett has created a dynamic environment that features large-scale floor sculptures, wall-mounted compositions, and small objects. The exhibition also features several never-before-seen sculptures created in 2017 and 2018. Bartlett’s sculptures are crafted from ash, oak and walnut, and display the artist’s impeccable craftsmanship and inherent joy in the creative process. He utilizes steam-bent techniques for shaping and constructing the complex curves of the varied forms. They Are Each Other For A While This exhibit…
Find out more »Food Preservation Workshop (Houlton)
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension will be offering a food preservation workshop at Houlton Regional Hospital from 1–5 p.m. on July 14. This is a “hands-on” class that will cover water bath and pressure canning, freezing and drying.
Find out more »Summer University
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Find out more »Life of Trees
In "The Life of Trees" a cheeky ladybug called Dolores and a quirky firefly called Mike take the audience on an adventurous journey of exploration into the wondrous world of trees. Attend the Creepy Crawlies Educational Institution to find out how trees live and their importance to the wider environment. On the excursion Delores and Mike zip around a tree, and in doing so, playfully learn its secrets: How do plants get their food from the Sun? How do they…
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Find out more »Summer University
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Find out more »Extraction and Analysis of Microscopic Volcanic Ash from Antarctic Ice Cores
Sarah Wheatley, candidate for the Master of Science degree in Quaternary and Climate Studies, will be defending her thesis.
Find out more »University of Maine Museum of Art Exhibitions
Works from 2013–2018 Maine-based artist Steve Bartlett has created a dynamic environment that features large-scale floor sculptures, wall-mounted compositions, and small objects. The exhibition also features several never-before-seen sculptures created in 2017 and 2018. Bartlett’s sculptures are crafted from ash, oak and walnut, and display the artist’s impeccable craftsmanship and inherent joy in the creative process. He utilizes steam-bent techniques for shaping and constructing the complex curves of the varied forms. They Are Each Other For A While This exhibit…
Find out more »Darling Marine Center Open House
Set at the Darling Marine Center in Walpole, Maine, The Darling Marine Center Open House offers an overview of the Marine Science Program, a tour of the facilities and an opportunity to meet faculty and current students. Come visit one of the University of Maine’s state of the art off-site facilities and one of the nation’s top-ranked Marine Science Programs. 1–1:30 p.m. Check-In and Welcome, Brooke Hall 1:30–2 p.m. Program Overview, Brooke Hall 2–3:30 p.m. Facility Tour, Depart from Brooke Hall 3:30–4 p.m. Wrap Up…
Find out more »Eco-Evolutionary Implications of Environmental Change Across Heterogeneous Landscapes
Jared Homola, candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Ecology and Environmental Sciences, will be defending his dissertation.
Find out more »Life of Trees
In "The Life of Trees" a cheeky ladybug called Dolores and a quirky firefly called Mike take the audience on an adventurous journey of exploration into the wondrous world of trees. Attend the Creepy Crawlies Educational Institution to find out how trees live and their importance to the wider environment. On the excursion Delores and Mike zip around a tree, and in doing so, playfully learn its secrets: How do plants get their food from the Sun? How do they…
Find out more »Summer University
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Find out more »4-H Summer Kids Can Can Program (Falmouth)
Strawberry jam, pickles, and salsa — all of these foods can be made from scratch with fruits and vegetables grown in your own garden. Join UMaine Extension staff and volunteers in this hands-on, interactive program that will teach participants how to grow and preserve the garden’s harvest. Each session will begin in the Tidewater Gardens as we harvest the fruits and vegetables needed to make jam, pickles, salsa, and more. Then we’ll move to the kitchen and prepare a batch…
Find out more »University of Maine Museum of Art Exhibitions
Works from 2013–2018 Maine-based artist Steve Bartlett has created a dynamic environment that features large-scale floor sculptures, wall-mounted compositions, and small objects. The exhibition also features several never-before-seen sculptures created in 2017 and 2018. Bartlett’s sculptures are crafted from ash, oak and walnut, and display the artist’s impeccable craftsmanship and inherent joy in the creative process. He utilizes steam-bent techniques for shaping and constructing the complex curves of the varied forms. They Are Each Other For A While This exhibit…
Find out more »4-H Summer Program, Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse (Falmouth)
Based on Utah Cooperative Extension’s Discover 4-H Clubs Curriculum, this program will teach participants emergency preparedness skills in the setting of a fictional zombie takeover. Members will learn tips for surviving without electricity, how to prepare for common natural disasters, sheltering in place and so much more. All lessons have hands on components including Bingo, making fire starters, creating survival bars, playing Zombie games and more. This event meets once a week on Wednesdays starting July 11 and ending August 8.
Find out more »Cooking for a Crowd
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer “Cooking for Crowds–Food Safety Training for Volunteer Cooks” June 20, 5 p.m., at the UMaine Extension office, 307 Maine Avenue, Bangor. The workshop, taught by Extension community education assistant Laurie Bowen, offers up-to-date information on how to handle, transport, store and prepare foods safely for large group functions, including at soup kitchens, church suppers, food pantries and community fundraisers. Participants will receive "Cooking for Crowds," a manual specifically designed for volunteer cooks, as well as…
Find out more »Summer University
Click here to view the full 2017–2018 Academic Year calendar.
Find out more »University of Maine Museum of Art Exhibitions
Works from 2013–2018 Maine-based artist Steve Bartlett has created a dynamic environment that features large-scale floor sculptures, wall-mounted compositions, and small objects. The exhibition also features several never-before-seen sculptures created in 2017 and 2018. Bartlett’s sculptures are crafted from ash, oak and walnut, and display the artist’s impeccable craftsmanship and inherent joy in the creative process. He utilizes steam-bent techniques for shaping and constructing the complex curves of the varied forms. They Are Each Other For A While This exhibit…
Find out more »Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Join two children on a magical journey through the solar system, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show, audiences will land on Venus, fly through the rings of Saturn, and discover the secrets of the solar system. Tickets for planetarium programs are $6 for Adults, $5 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens, and $4 for children under 12. Click here to view the calendar. Tickets may be purchased online, by phone at 207.581.1341,…
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