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Fermenting Vegetables

Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education 40 East Emerson Cumming Blvd., Old Orchard Beach, ME, United States

Explore the process of making your own sauerkraut through the wonders of fermentation. This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by UME Extension volunteers and staff will teach you the basic steps for fermenting. Learn the basics, such as preserving equipment, recommended recipes and ingredients and enjoy the ease of fermentation. Start a batch of sauerkraut, […]

Preserving the Harvest: Rhubarb Orange Chutney

Scarborough High School, Rm A100 11 Municipal Drive, Scarborough, ME, United States

Rhubarb is one of the first edible signs of spring in Maine, and its versatility is underappreciated. Come learn the many uses of rhubarb in preserving, and make chutney, a unique and flavor-filled condiment from University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and Master Food Preserver. We will learn how to safely preserve rhubarb using the […]

Preserving the Harvest: Pickling Spring Vegetables

Old Orchard Beach High School 40 E. Emerson Cummings Blvd., Old Orchard Beach, ME, United States

Spring vegetables in Maine have a short season, so come join University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and Master Food Preserver volunteers to learn how to preserve these tender green vegetables to enjoy year round. Learn to safely preserve pickled fiddleheads or asparagus using the boiling water bath method. Participants will receive recipes and a […]

Canning and Preserving Rhubarb

Online

Rhubarb is one of the first edible signs of spring in Maine, and its versatility is underappreciated. Come learn the many ways to preserve chutney with University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and Master Food Preserver volunteers. We will learn how to safely preserve rhubarb using the boiling water bath and freezing methods. Register here. 

Canning Low-Sugar Jams & Jellies Webinar (online)

Online

Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation staff for a lively discussion and demonstration on how to preserve Maine foods throughout our growing season. $5 optional donation per class. Registration is required – Register here: https://extension.umaine.edu/register/product/preserving-the-maine-harvest-webinar-series-2023/ Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.

2023 4-H Summer Kids Can Can Program, Falmouth

UMaine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County 75 Clearwater Dr, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

Best for ages 9–14 or those in 4th–8th grades but open to those up to age 18. Starting in July, Cumberland County Extension will be conducting new short-term 4-H programs for any interested youth. Current 4-H enrollment is not necessary for participation. The Kids Can Can program will meet once a week on Thursdays, July […]

2023 4-H Summer Kids Can Can Program, Falmouth

UMaine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County 75 Clearwater Dr, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

Best for ages 9–14 or those in 4th–8th grades but open to those up to age 18. Starting in July, Cumberland County Extension will be conducting new short-term 4-H programs for any interested youth. Current 4-H enrollment is not necessary for participation. The Kids Can Can program will meet once a week on Thursdays, July […]

2023 4-H Summer Kids Can Can Program, Falmouth

UMaine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County 75 Clearwater Dr, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

Best for ages 9–14 or those in 4th–8th grades but open to those up to age 18. Starting in July, Cumberland County Extension will be conducting new short-term 4-H programs for any interested youth. Current 4-H enrollment is not necessary for participation. The Kids Can Can program will meet once a week on Thursdays, July […]

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