An opening reception with food and refreshments will be held on Friday November 10th from 5:00-7:00 PM. This exhibition is as a culmination of their studies in the Department of Art at UMaine. Participating students include: Kayla Sickler (Milford, NH), Declan Riordan (Bangor, ME), Nicole Sheehan (Newbury, MA), Mariette Waterhouse (Acton, ME), Kae Northway (Baltimore, […]
Take a fun and lighthearted look at the myths and stories associated with the constellation Orion, the great hunter of the winter sky. Orion comes to life in a fun-filled, animated accompanied by narrators Aesop the owl and Socrates the mouse as we follow Orion’s adventures as he grows to manhood, battles mythical beasts, foils […]
The Imagine Dragons Experience features a mix of music from Smoke+Mirrors, Evolve, Night Visions, and Origins set to stunning visuals and artistic interpretation. Experience a wild, auditory ride through one of today's most seminal bands in a new way at Versant Power Astronomy Center! Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and are intended for adult audiences. All […]
Speaker: Aislinn Sarnacki, outdoor journalist, Bangor Daily News and Maine Public In recent years, outdoor professionals have reported a major increase in the use of parks, public lands, trails, and […]
Designed for youth ages 8-11, the in-person club aims to explore the beauty and abundance of Maine’s local forests while learning about the importance and resilience of forests as ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, participants will create a “tree tale” bracelet based on growth ring data, “read” tree cookies and develop skills in tree identification. at […]
Join IMRC Center staff for a general tour of the facility's event space, classrooms, common areas, audiovisual studios, and maker labs. The tour is anticipated to last approximately 45 minutes. Offered on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Guests of any background, including UMaine students, faculty, and staff, community group representatives, business representatives, and […]
Finalists for the position of Labor Education Professional will be on campus in the next two weeks for teaching demonstrations. The first candidate, Dr. Sam Shupe, will present live and […]
One of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia’s most important exports and a superstar in the Celtic music world (though she’s far too humble to admit it), fiddler and step-dancer Natalie MacMaster has built a sterling, multi-decade career on electrifying playing and must-see live performances. Her extensive discography showcases MacMaster as both soloist and marquee collaborator, notably […]
The Advanced Apiary Management Course is designed for beekeepers with 5 to 8 hives and a minimum of 3 years of experience. This 5-part course will cover topics including overwintering […]
This 90-minute session covers the basics of using WordPress Content Blocks at UMaine and UMaine Machias — how to log in, create pages, and edit header, footer, menus, and content blocks. We welcome anyone and everyone to join us for an orientation or refresher. Email um.weboffice@maine.edu to join one of the upcoming sessions. Trainings are […]
The University of Maine Symphonic Band takes the stage to deliver an evening of musical delights. They’ll be joined by their special guests and good friends from Hampden Academy. Tickets are $12 or free with student MaineCard.
Interested in learning about textbooks and other course materials you and your students can access for free? Come to Fogler Library's Open Educational Resources workshop, where you can learn more about where to find these types of resources and can work with your subject-area librarian to find resources for the courses you teach or will […]
Emmy Award Winners and Billboard #1 Recording Artists The Texas Tenors sleigh ride into town fresh from their appearance on America’s Got Talent: The Champions with their heart warming and touching holiday concert “Deep in the Heart of Christmas”! From seasonal favorites like “O Holy Night” & “Joy to the World” to crowd pleaser The […]
Vast. Wild. Magical. The Arctic is not just one of the planet’s greatest natural spectacles, it’s a place with global ecological importance that has supported Indigenous communities and diverse ecosystems for generations. Follow the elusive Porcupine caribou herd as it migrates to the Arctic Coastal Plain, one of the longest animal migrations on Earth. Meet […]
As the winter season approaches it’s a great time to explore how different people around the world celebrate this season. Join us in learning how to make seasonal crafts from various parts of the globe with guidance from 4-H staff and volunteers! Ages: 6-12 Spaces are limited to ten participants, early registration is encouraged. To […]
Over the years numerous people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible and other historical texts of the time. What was the Christmas Star? Could it be explained as an exploding star, a comet or some other natural celestial phenomena? Explore a variety of scientific explanations for the Star of Bethlehem in this […]
The UMaine School of Performing Arts Division of Music presents its annual Yuletide Celebration in the Collins Center for the Arts. The University’s major choral ensembles collaborate with small instrumental ensembles to perform an evening of festive music and fun for the whole family.
Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra. The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation and is an entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. All music programs may contain […]
Designed for youth ages 8-11, the in-person club aims to explore the beauty and abundance of Maine’s local forests while learning about the importance and resilience of forests as ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, participants will create a “tree tale” bracelet based on growth ring data, “read” tree cookies and develop skills in tree identification. at […]
In this workshop for experienced (5 years+) farmers, you’ll hear directly from farmers who have thought about the non-business side of money. You’ll think about your own priorities and have […]
Join us as we dig into forest health concerns due to climate impacts at new sites around the state. Our panelists will address management & restoration efforts, relevance of […]
Join us as we dig into forest health concerns due to climate impacts at new sites around the state. Our panelists will address management & restoration efforts, relevance of long-term […]
Dr. Joshua Walton presents a series of public lectures on biblical archaeology, drawing on his experience in Israel. Lectures will be live-streamed as well, click here.
The Advanced Apiary Management Course is designed for beekeepers with 5 to 8 hives and a minimum of 3 years of experience. This 5-part course will cover topics including overwintering […]
Shawn Laatsch, Director of the Versant Power Astronomy Center is hosting a teacher workshop on next year's total solar eclipse here in Maine, an event organized in tandem with the […]
Long-term Watershed Research at Bear Brook Watershed (near Beddington), BBWM, is part of long-term research to determine the effects of acid deposition on surface waters and their related watersheds. BBWM program of research encompasses an array of scientific objectives that include acid deposition, climate change and carbon sequestration, nitrogen saturation, base cation depletion, and studies […]
Discussion: Mike Howie, American Forest Management, Ivan Fernandez, University of Maine Professor of Soil Science, and Jake Metzler, Forest Society of Maine. Topics will cover the intersection of science, recovery and […]
Join us as we dig into forest health concerns due to climate impacts at new sites around the state. Our panelists will address management & restoration efforts, relevance of long-term research, fire as a tool, biohabitat concerns, forest health threats, and unique adaptation strategies at each site. Noontime webinars are free (registration required); field […]
Join us in lighting the tree and hanging an ornament to honor those who have died by suicide or are struggling with mental health. This event will take place across […]
Vast. Wild. Magical. The Arctic is not just one of the planet’s greatest natural spectacles, it’s a place with global ecological importance that has supported Indigenous communities and diverse ecosystems for generations. Follow the elusive Porcupine caribou herd as it migrates to the Arctic Coastal Plain, one of the longest animal migrations on Earth. Meet […]
During the 29th annual Wabanaki Winter Market, dozens of Passamaquoddy, Penobscot, Maliseet and Mi’kmaq artists will showcase and sell their basketry, jewelry, beadwork, wood carvings, birchbark work and other artwork. The market is co-hosted by the Hudson Museum and the Maine Indian Basketmakers Alliance (MIBA), with support from Maine Office of Tourism and the Onion […]
Visit the IMRC Center to watch free screenings of significant films from throughout the history of cinema, each with an influence on or depiction of influential art movements and styles. Graduate Assistants James LeBlanc and Samantha Grimwood, along with Research Engineer Sean Taylor, have curated a new list of can’t-miss, iconic films, free to view […]
Join Grammy Award winning composer and pianist for a warm, intimate concert to usher in the Holidays. Paul will be joined by Bangor Symphony Orchestra members Marisa Solomon, cello, and Liz Downing, flute, in a performance of his own original compositions, and arrangements of Christmas pieces. A Paul Sullivan concert is far more than a […]
Sung in Spanish and inspired by the magical realism of Gabriel García Márquez, Mexican composer Daniel Catán’s 1996 opera tells the enchanting story of a Brazilian opera diva who returns to her homeland to perform at the legendary opera house of Manaus—and to search for her lost lover, who has vanished into the jungle. This […]
Over the years numerous people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible and other historical texts of the time. What was the Christmas Star? Could it be explained as an exploding star, a comet or some other natural celestial phenomena? Explore a variety of scientific explanations for the Star of Bethlehem in this […]
Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra. The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation and is an entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. All music programs may contain […]
Join the Office of Research Development and Fogler Library for the Finding Funding Challenge! Each day, for five days, you will receive an email with short, self-paced tasks designed to build your grant-seeking skills. You will learn how to effectively and efficiently find funding opportunities tailored to your creative and scholarly interests, strategically read and […]
Designed for youth ages 8-11, the in-person club aims to explore the beauty and abundance of Maine’s local forests while learning about the importance and resilience of forests as ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, participants will create a “tree tale” bracelet based on growth ring data, “read” tree cookies and develop skills in tree identification. at […]
Earth, Moon, & Sun is a fast-paced full dome demonstration of lunar phases, eclipses, day and night, the sun and other puzzling events with the help of a confused coyote. This program beautifully illustrates basic concepts like moon phases and seasons. Based on the trickster of Native American lore, Coyote is constantly corrected in his misunderstandings […]
The Advanced Apiary Management Course is designed for beekeepers with 5 to 8 hives and a minimum of 3 years of experience. This 5-part course will cover topics including overwintering hives, disease and pest identification and management, mite management including monitoring and treatment options, swarm management, and queen rearing. The program will be offered over […]
Vast. Wild. Magical. The Arctic is not just one of the planet’s greatest natural spectacles, it’s a place with global ecological importance that has supported Indigenous communities and diverse ecosystems for generations. Follow the elusive Porcupine caribou herd as it migrates to the Arctic Coastal Plain, one of the longest animal migrations on Earth. Meet […]
As the winter season approaches it’s a great time to explore how different people around the world celebrate this season. Join us in learning how to make seasonal crafts from various parts of the globe with guidance from 4-H staff and volunteers! Ages: 6-12 Spaces are limited to ten participants, early registration is encouraged. To […]
The “Meditations” are a multi-sensory experience that invites audience members to contemplate and reflect on the dark quietude of the Winter Solstice, the darkest time of the year and the moment when the Earth is closest to the Sun. For some in the audience it can be a meditation, for others an active listening and […]
Over the years numerous people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible and other historical texts of the time. What was the Christmas Star? Could it be explained as an exploding star, a comet or some other natural celestial phenomena? Explore a variety of scientific explanations for the Star of Bethlehem in this […]
Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra. The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation and is an entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. All music programs may contain […]
The Advanced Apiary Management Course is designed for beekeepers with 5 to 8 hives and a minimum of 3 years of experience. This 5-part course will cover topics including overwintering hives, disease and pest identification and management, mite management including monitoring and treatment options, swarm management, and queen rearing. The program will be offered over […]
Vast. Wild. Magical. The Arctic is not just one of the planet’s greatest natural spectacles, it’s a place with global ecological importance that has supported Indigenous communities and diverse ecosystems for generations. Follow the elusive Porcupine caribou herd as it migrates to the Arctic Coastal Plain, one of the longest animal migrations on Earth. Meet […]
Even in our futuristic age of AI chatbots and virtual realities, there is still nothing in the world that compares with the thrill of hearing classic genres of music, performed live by a group of exceptional singers and musicians that have truly mastered the ability to move an audience. That’s the philosophy behind Scott Bradlee’s […]
Anthony Davis’s groundbreaking and influential opera, which premiered in 1986, arrives at in cinemas on November 18. Theater luminary and Tony-nominated director of Slave Play Robert O’Hara oversees a potent new staging that imagines Malcolm as an Everyman whose story transcends time and space. An exceptional cast of breakout artists and young Met stars enliven […]
The Cumberland County Beginner Beekeeping Course will teach beginning beekeepers the basics of honey bee biology and beekeeping. The course is designed for those considering buying their first hives, those in their first year, and even those with a couple of years of experience who want to enhance their skills and knowledge. Learn evidence-based approaches to beekeeping from experienced EAS Certified Master Beekeepers, Jacky Hildreth, Peter Richardson, […]
Explore the secrets of the "rainforests of the sea" and embark on an oceanic safari to the world’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems – coral reefs. Discover how corals grow, feed, reproduce, and support over 25% of all marine life on Earth — while facing unprecedented threats from climate change, habitat destruction, and overfishing. […]
On January 6, ancient Babylon comes to life in a classic Met staging of biblical proportions. Baritone George Gagnidze makes his Met role debut as the imperious king Nabucco, alongside soprano Liudmyla Monastyrska reprising her thrilling turn as his vengeful daughter Abigaille. Mezzo-soprano Maria Barakova and tenor SeokJong Baek are Fenena and Ismaele, whose love […]