A talk by labor scholar and activist Bill Fletcher, Jr. with time for questions. Refreshments provided Supported by the Cultural Affairs/Distinguished Lecture Series Award and the Wilson Center RSVP is not required but helpful. RSVP here: http://bit.ly/4gFZYI6 Join in person or by Zoom at: https://maine.zoom.us/j/89153418740
Pink Floyd’s progressive 8th album is put to stunning visuals that will send you to the moon. The album remained on Billboard charts for an amazing 741 weeks, longer than any other record in history. Experience “The Wall” like never before. The character Pink is the world-weary focus of this concept album as he slowly […]
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information Speaker: Jocelyn Runnebaum, Marine Program Manager, The Nature Conservancy in Maine Environmental governance scholarship emphasizes the need for public participation in natural resource policymaking, and it is often […]
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. […]
We’ll help you optimize your generative AI searches by teaching you how to phrase your prompts to get the results you're looking for. To register, please go to our Workshops Guide.
In collaboration with Needlepoint Sanctuary, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion is offering overdose prevention training for all UMaine faculty and staff (including student employees) on February 27th from 2:30-4 pm in the Bangor Room. Learning how to reverse an overdose saves lives. Having proper knowledge and training on overdose prevention is especially important on […]
Join the School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance as they present their first theatrical production of the spring semester. The play runs February 27 through March 2 in Huack Auditorium. "Wyoming," by Brian Watkins, is, essentially, a mystery that lives in the complicated terrain of familial relationships. A family is gathering for Thanksgiving […]
Our panelists will speak from an array of expertise (medical providers, dietician/nutritionist, therapists, etc.,) and personal backgrounds, covering topics about: The Purpose of Food; Body Image; Weight and the Medical Field. Food and refreshments are provided!
Celebrate the dynamic Celtic-inspired traditional dance of the Ottawa Valley, combined with tap and Irish Step Dancing and live music by a virtuosic band of musicians. A thrilling show from start to finish! Members are invited to join us for a pre-show reception. We’ll be joined by an artist from The StepCrew!
Sometimes it’s the smallest things that matter the most. Join us on a journey into a seemingly invisible world – the world of molecules and nanoparticles. What does the cell structure of a leaf look like? What might the neural network in our brain be like and how do cells communicate with each other? Modern scientific […]
Join the School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance as they present their first theatrical production of the spring semester. The play runs February 27 through March 2 in Huack Auditorium. "Wyoming," by Brian Watkins, is, essentially, a mystery that lives in the complicated terrain of familial relationships. A family is gathering for Thanksgiving […]
Join the School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance as they present their first theatrical production of the spring semester. The play runs February 27 through March 2 in Huack Auditorium. "Wyoming," by Brian Watkins, is, essentially, a mystery that lives in the complicated terrain of familial relationships. A family is gathering for Thanksgiving […]
Join the School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance as they present their first theatrical production of the spring semester. The play runs February 27 through March 2 in Huack Auditorium. "Wyoming," by Brian Watkins, is, essentially, a mystery that lives in the complicated terrain of familial relationships. A family is gathering for Thanksgiving […]
Join the School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance as they present their first theatrical production of the spring semester. The play runs February 27 through March 2 in Huack Auditorium. "Wyoming," by Brian Watkins, is, essentially, a mystery that lives in the complicated terrain of familial relationships. A family is gathering for Thanksgiving […]
THE WISHING TREE Join The Gesualdo Six for a compelling vocal performance featuring a selection of vocal consort pieces. Enjoy Renaissance works by Cornysh and Byrd that celebrate nature and love, along with melodies by Ferrabosco and Gibbons. Hear contemporary composers bring to life verses by Christina Rossetti and Kathleen Jamie. Experience fresh takes on […]
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information Speaker: Lauri Gorton, Program Manager, Greenfield Penobscot Estuary Remediation Trust LLC Talk description to follow shortly. As Greenfield’s Program Manager for the Penobscot Estuary Mercury Remediation Trust, Lauri […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Stetson Public Library are co-hosting a workshop for home gardeners on managing insects and diseases from 6-7:30 p.m. on March 3 at the Stetson Public Library, 70 Village Road (snow date March 4). Gardening joy can come hand-in-hand with gardening woes like Japanese beetles, slugs, squash bugs, powdery […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering its Ag Ambassador program in March and April. The program, open to all Maine teens ages 14-18, focuses on career exploration in the local food system through farm and production visits around the state and provides opportunities to build relationships with industry professionals. The Spring 2025 cohort […]
Literature reviews giving you trouble? Don't know where to start? Learn to use citation managers and save time by organizing records of articles, books, and other publications to create in-text citations and bibliographies. To register and receive Zoom link, go to our Workshops Guide.
Literature reviews giving you trouble? Don't know where to start? Learn to use citation managers and save time by organizing records of articles, books, and other publications to create in-text citations and bibliographies. To register and receive Zoom link, go to our Workshops Guide.
This two-day program, presented in partnership with New Hope Midcoast, is designed for social workers, substance abuse counselors and other mental health professionals, as well as clergy, police officers and first responders to become certified in intimate partner violence training. The following topics will be covered during the 12-contact hours of the program: foundations of […]
This workshop will cover advanced techniques to maximize database searching, including using controlled vocabulary, searching for foundational authors, and setting alerts to keep up-to-date with new sources related to your research topic. To register and receive Zoom link, go to our Workshops Guide.
Concerned about how a more extreme climate is impacting your farm or landscape? Too much or too little water? Concerned about soil erosion, wind impacts or shifting seasons? Come learn about Climate Adaptation Planning as a tool to assess risks and identify solutions to increase resilience and mitigate problems related to unpredictable climate and weather […]
This workshop will cover advanced techniques to maximize database searching, including using controlled vocabulary, searching for foundational authors, and setting alerts to keep up-to-date with new sources related to your research topic. To register and receive Zoom link, go to our Workshops Guide.
The Black Bears Gratitude Project provides an opportunity for faculty, staff and students to express appreciation to mentors, colleagues and others who make their time at UMaine better. Please submit your notes of gratitude online by March 21, 2025. Gratitude note authors and recipients will be invited to a reception in their honor during Maine […]
If your employer is a compact member of the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce, you may be eligible to take this program at a reduced cost. Click here to learn more. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Today’s best thinking in leadership, education, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen, […]
You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals, communications, virtual event planning and fundraising, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! This interactive online professional development program will teach you the basics of seeing a […]
If your employer is a compact member of the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce, you may be eligible to take this program at a reduced cost. Click here to learn more. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Today’s best thinking in leadership, education, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen, […]
Fermentation Friday takes place at the University of Maine in Orono. During Fermentation Friday, held at the UMaine Food Lab in Hitchner Hall, participants cook, create, share, and connect. Using recipes as starting points, we explore fermentation, storytelling, food rescue, and local food systems. This session will focus on fermenting cheese - we will work […]
The extraordinary jazz trumpeter/composer Jason Palmer brings his ensemble to Maine for performances in Orono and Machias.
Are you a new or aspiring poultry farmer? This seminar is designed just for you. Gain essential knowledge to keep your small flock thriving with expert-led talks covering: Basic Care: Learn the daily essentials for healthy and happy poultry. Small Flock Nutrition: Discover feeding strategies tailored to your flock’s needs. Biosecurity: Protect your birds from diseases with practical […]
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information Speaker: Kathleen Billings, Town Manager, Stonington, Maine
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Skowhegan Free Public Library are offering a workshop titled, Planning a Preservation Garden, from 3:30-5 p.m. on March 10 at the Skowhegan Free Public Library, 9 Elm Street (snow date March 11). The workshop is designed for home gardeners interested in future food preservation activities. Participants will learn […]
A traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice. They become friends observing the night sky together and wondering why night is so long at the poles of the Earth. This mystery leads them on a scientific adventure by building an improvised spaceship […]
If you know how to find citations for articles, but don't know how to figure out if the library has access to those articles, this workshop is for you. Learn how to locate articles in library databases based on the citations you've found, and how to find even more articles using one article as a […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering an introduction to home composting webinar from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11 over Zoom. In this workshop participants will learn the science behind compost formation, how to “feed” your compost pile, and how to use finished compost in the garden. Participants will also consider […]
In this workshop we will discuss different research metrics, how to interpret them, and how to set up alerts for metrics. To register and receive Zoom link, go to our Workshops Guide.
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar titled, “Gardening in a Changing Climate: What Maine Gardeners Need to Know,” from 6 - 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Sean Birkel, assistant Extension professor and Maine state climatologist, and Rebecca Long, coordinator of horticulture training programs for UMaine Extension, will discuss climate change […]
Versant Power Astronomy Center invites you to join us to view the total lunar eclipse on Friday, March 14th from 12:30 am to 5:30 am (early morning) at the Clark Telescope. This is a FREE event where we will share views of the Moon and other celestial objects. The event is weather permitting and will […]
To submit your abstract for UMaine's Student Symposium, click here. Submission deadline is March 14, 2025. No late submissions are accepted.
Do you have an apple tree you’ve always wondered how to prune? Come join Nick Rowley, University of Maine Cooperative Extension sustainable agriculture professional, Bella Russo Extension Agrability Coordinator and Senator Russel Black at Black Acres Farm on March 15 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. for an in-depth demonstration of pruning and care of apple trees. […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry, including non-profit organizations. UMaine Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book, 7th Edition Revised, and exam proctoring.
Ecological Design is a helpful tool for implementing a Climate Adaptation Plan. In this workshop Jesse Watson from Maine Ecological Design School will introduce the Ecological Design process and principles that go into this type of planning process. Some considerations include: categories of land use; reading the landscape, addressing resource concerns, access, water management, types […]
Recruiting UMaine students for the Bring Your Own Brain Hackathon on March 28th and 29th! Win money, eat good food, and share your ideas! On Friday, begin with ideation & team building! Saturday, the real work begins as you innovate, build, and pitch your ideas. A full agenda is listed below! RSVP at: https://cglink.me/2sr/r399444 Friday 3/28: […]
Eastern Maine Regional Opportunities for Ocean, Timber and Soil (ROOTS) Conference will take place on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the University of Maine at Machias, Reynold’s Center, 116 O’Brien Avenue. A snow date is set for Saturday, March 29. This event is being hosted by the University of […]
Many point to the network era as a “golden age” of broadcast journalism when Americans could trust neutral reporters who told them the news the way it was. Except a lot of Americans did not. Television entered US homes in the mid-twentieth century, swiftly becoming the nation’s primary source of news just as the fight […]
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information Moderator: Darren Ranco, Chair of Native American Programs; Professor, Anthropology and Mitchell Center, UMaine Panelists: Jennifer Neptune, Penobscot Nation James Francis, Director of Cultural and Historic Preservation, Penobscot […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Vegetable and Small Fruit Growers Association are hosting a Maine Vegetable and Fruit School from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m on March 25 at the University of Southern Maine Lewiston Campus, 51 Westminster Street. Topics include pest management for beans, lettuce and carrots; weather monitoring and pest management; potato […]
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 members […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar for home gardeners titled “Becoming a Resilient Vegetable Gardener” from 6 - 7:15 p.m on Wednesday, March 26. As gardeners in […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Maine Department of Agriculture, Forestry, and Conservation are offering a Rabbit Health Care for Producers webinar on Wednesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. This […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a virtual presentation covering growing and marketing practices for specialty potato varieties in Maine from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on March 27. Consumer interest and demand for fresh-market potato varieties with unique size, shape, color and taste profiles has been on the rise. The trend presents new […]
UMaine Libraries’ Hybrid Tea with the Dean and Open Access Publishing Resources Showcase with Head of Collection Services Deb Rollins and Open Scholarship Librarian Casey Koons will take place on Thursday, March 27, at 3 p.m. Deborah Rollins will talk about open access collections and costs, as well as library support of University of Maine […]
Fermentation Friday takes place at the University of Maine in Orono. During Fermentation Friday, held at the UMaine Food Lab in Hitchner Hall, participants cook, create, share, and connect. Using recipes as starting points, we explore fermentation, storytelling, food rescue, and local food systems. This session will focus on fermenting cheese - we will work […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a Bench Grafting Apple Trees workshop from 5 - 7 p.m. on Friday, March 28 at the Franklin County Extension Office, 138 Pleasant Street, Suite 1 in Farmington. Bench grafting is a propagation technique used to join dormant scion and rootstock. Workshop instructors Nick Rowley, UMaine Extension sustainable […]
Recruiting UMaine students for the Bring Your Own Brain Hackathon on March 28th and 29th! Win money, eat good food, and share your ideas! On Friday, begin with ideation & team building! Saturday, the real work begins as you innovate, build, and pitch your ideas. A full agenda is listed below! RSVP at: https://cglink.me/2sr/r399444 Friday 3/28: […]
Recruiting UMaine students for the Bring Your Own Brain Hackathon on March 28th and 29th! Win money, eat good food, and share your ideas! On Friday, begin with ideation & team building! Saturday, the real work begins as you innovate, build, and pitch your ideas. A full agenda is listed below! RSVP at: https://cglink.me/2sr/r399444 Friday 3/28: […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Knox and Lincoln Counties will host a spring workshop for home gardeners and commercial producers on how to prune mature apple trees successfully. The workshop will be held at 30 Hope Street in Rockport on Saturday, March 29 from 1 - 3 p.m. Pre-registration is required. UMaine Extension Tree […]
Lightwire Theatre returns to the Collins Center with this charming production for kids young and old. Join Marvin the Mouse on this cosmic adventure of a lifetime!
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information Co-sponsors: Ecology & Environmental Sciences, UMaine Speaker: Damian Brady, Agatha B. Darling Professor of Oceanography in the School of Marine Sciences, UMaine
Caroline Losneck is a Maine-based documentarian, radio/podcast producer, filmmaker and experimental installation artist. She seeks out off-the-radar venues for her documentary work - from buildings slated for demolition, public parks, and flooded city streets, to empty campgrounds and film festivals. For "Making Stories in Maine" Losneck will screen her short documentary film "Diving for Scallops" […]
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a seed starting workshop from 5–7 p.m. on Monday, March 31 at the Cumberland County Extension Office, 75 Clearwater Drive, Falmouth. This interactive workshop will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to grow their own seedlings at home. Participants will learn about the equipment necessary for […]
The University of Maine's 12th Annual Human Dimensions of Climate Change Film Series will kick off in April with five films focused on Water Keepers' efforts to protect water and the climate. This year the film series will be part of a larger interactive program called "From Pollution to Protection: Water, History, & Indigenous Treaty […]
Soil fertility is subject to change over the course of the growing season and requires active management. A good fertility management program helps to ensure that commercial crop and forage production is efficient, as well as economically and environmentally sustainable. In recent years, extreme weather events characterized by extended periods of wet, dry or drought […]
Visiting Scholar Dr. Amber Hickey (they/them) will provide a lecture focusing on an interdisciplinary examination of the aesthetics of radical care.
The University of Maine's 12th Annual Human Dimensions of Climate Change Film Series will kick off in April with five films focused on Water Keepers' efforts to protect water and the climate. This year the film series will be part of a larger interactive program called "From Pollution to Protection: Water, History, & Indigenous Treaty […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Greater Franklin Food Council will offer a “Digital Marketing for Farms” workshop on Thursday, April 3, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at North Dining Hall in the Olsen Student Center, University of Maine Farmington, 111 South Street. Participants will hear from Kelsey Kobik, a Maine farm photographer with […]
If your employer is a compact member of the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce, you may be eligible to take this program at a reduced cost. Click here to learn more. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Today’s best thinking in leadership, education, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen, […]
The University of Maine's 12th Annual Human Dimensions of Climate Change Film Series will kick off in April with five films focused on Water Keepers' efforts to protect water and the climate. This year the film series will be part of a larger interactive program called "From Pollution to Protection: Water, History, & Indigenous Treaty […]
A Salute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly. If you love country music, you’ll love this tribute to these three groundbreaking artists. Make a night of it, and don’t forget the rhinestones!
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a ServSafe® Food Protection Manager course in-person from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 4 at the Penobscot County Extension Office, 307 Maine Ave., Bangor. The course prepares attendees for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam which is held immediately following the course. Participants will […]
Sponsored by the Govenors Office of Policy Innovation and the Future. The 2025 Youth Climate Summit is a one-day event for Maine high school students to gather, build community, and learn key skills for planning and implementing climate projects at their school.
University of Maine Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry, including non-profit organizations. UMaine Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book, 7th Edition Revised, and exam proctoring. Date: Friday, April 4, 2025 (Inclement Weather […]
Fermentation Friday takes place at the University of Maine in Orono. During Fermentation Friday, held at the UMaine Food Lab in Hitchner Hall, participants cook, create, share, and connect. Using recipes as starting points, we explore fermentation, storytelling, food rescue, and local food systems. This session will focus on fermenting cheese - we will work […]
Join UMaine Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering students at the University of New England's Brain, Body, and Wellness Fair! The Center for Excellence in the Neurosciences at the University of New England created the annual Brain, Body, and Wellness Fair (formerly called the Brain Fair) to engage the local community in brain exploration. […]
Space is unimaginably vast and incredibly beautiful. Thanks to our curiosity and quest for knowledge, we humans have been driven to explore space and learn more about the universe. There is still incredibly much left to explore. Join us on the journey, starting on Earth, venturing out in our solar system, and journeying all the […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting the first annual Midcoast Agroforestry Conference from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. on April 5 at Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road. Agroforestry is the intentional integration of trees and shrubs into crop and animal farming systems to create environmental, economic and social benefits. Maine ranks second nationally in […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Waldo County Extension Association will host the 30th annual Rural Living Day on Saturday, April 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at Lincolnville Central School, 523 Hope Road. The daylong event will offer educational opportunities about topics related to rural living. Participants can join author Tom Wessels for […]
Join the 30th Annual Rural Living Day and 1st Annual Mid Coast Agroforestry Conference! This day-long series of workshops is all about gardening, homesteading, food and skills for rural living. The event offers 20 workshops on topics ranging from building a hoop house to making pasta and growing raspberries. Pre-registration is required and closes on […]
The University of Maine is pleased to announce the publication of Piecework / Travail à la pièce, a bilingual collection of two plays by Vermont playwright and performer Abby Paige. Written for solo performance by the author, the two plays featured in Piecework / Travail à la pièce explore the Franco American experience and the […]
