UMaine Calendar

Kentucky, a sleepless hen, and star of social networks, finds out that animals fall asleep during total eclipses. With the help of her robot J.O.S., she travels through space-time in search of the perfect total solar eclipse, in the hope of finding sleep at last. On her journey, she discovers the conditions that make eclipses […]

Pink Floyd’s iconic album The Dark Side Of The Moon, originally released in March 1973, turns 50, and what more fitting a place to celebrate it and experience it than in a Planetarium, through the music set to visuals? With the help of modern technology, the idea of a show combining breath-taking views of the […]

Explore the intertidal zone and help with marine science research! In this workshop, we will learn about animals you might find during low tide and use some amazing equipment to take awesome pictures on your phone to identify them. Along the way, we’ll learn about invasive species, climate change, species identification, and how you can […]

Stop by to nap in our sleep space! Chocolate and tea will be provided

This 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, click here.  Speaker: Charlie Howe, Director of Parklands, Butler Conservation Nature interaction plays crucial roles in human health, well-being and emotion. Yet the time we spend in the […]

In this workshop we will discuss different research metrics, how to interpret them, and how to set up alerts for metrics.

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 […]

From Surviving to Thriving: Ensuring that We Support the Whole International Student This event will be recorded. Book signing to follow. This salon was made possible by generous contributions from Fogler Library donors, and the co-sponsorship of CITL (Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning), SPIA (School of Policy and International Affairs) , OIP (Office […]

Thinking about becoming a 4-H volunteer? We are looking for people to help youth find their spark and thrive! We offer lots of ways to be involved depending on your time and interests. Join us for two one-hour virtual sessions to help you with your decision. By the end of the two-part series, you will […]

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. This dynamic, […]

  Join us for a Starting Seeds Indoors Workshop on Wednesday, March 20, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the UMaine Regional Learning Center, 75 Clearwater Dr, Ste 104, Falmouth. Designed to provide participants with the best practices for growing seedlings indoors, this workshop will feature hands-on learning with the opportunity to sow a […]

Topic: Savory Jellies and Jams Herbs, sweet and hot peppers, onions, and garlic can all be preserved in jams in jellies, which make unique treats in the dark of winter. These spreads will warm up your hearty winter fare as a glaze on meats or as an appetizer served with soft cheese. Come learn about […]

This interactive online professional development program will teach you the basics of seeing a grant through a full cycle—from inception to completion. You’ll learn how to get your organization ready to apply for grants, where to find funders and funding opportunities, how to write the components of a grant and how to submit a successful […]

Veterans face unique challenges as they navigate the world after military service—As part of our BYOB Hackathon, students will learn from experts' experiences related to veteran lifestyle/reality, research a challenge, and develop strategies to present a solution. Team collaboration will be used to problem-solve educational resources and new technologies. Our expert panelists, including military Veterans, […]

Join us for an immersive view of eclipses, the most spectacular sights in the sky! Explore the nature of these special celestial alignments and get prepared to safely observe them.  Experience the awe and wonder with stunning images of both solar and lunar eclipses captured by a world-renowned astro-photographer from locations around the globe.   The […]

The 2nd Annual Chill and Chili Dip at Blueberry Cove will take place on Saturday, March 23 at 11 am. The event will include an ocean dip with chili, hot beverages, and an open house to follow. Come prepared for an exhilarating swim and stay for the delicious food! New this year, we will have […]

Join one of SPA’s most talented vocal ensembles for an evening of song!

Join one of SPA’s most talented vocal ensembles for an evening of song! Students get in free with a student MaineCard!