BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91 Calendar - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:91 Calendar X-ORIGINAL-URL:/calendar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 91 Calendar REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260305T195746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T195856Z UID:10006820-1778144400-1778164200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Practical Project Management DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM DESCRIPTION\nYou are responsible for organizing and managing a multifaceted activity that involves people from diverse specialties to deliver a new product or service. Quality is essential\, resources are limited\, and time is of the essence . . . where do you start? \nThrough team exercises and discussions\, participants will learn how to plan\, organize\, and manage project work\, as well as when to apply specific tools to increase the likelihood of successful project execution in their work settings. \nParticipants will gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts of project management\, approaches to address common project challenges\, and the evolving role of project managers. \nDATES & TIMES\nMay 7 & 14\, 2026\n9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET\nRegister by April 7 \nMODALITY\nThis interactive online program will be offered synchronously via Zoom—you’ll need access to a stable internet connection. Active participation is encouraged—this is not a recorded session. \nPROGRAM FEE\n$480 URL:/calendar/event/practical-project-management-2/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:https://dll.umaine.edu/practical-project-management/ ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260327T184931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185039Z UID:10007354-1778144400-1778164200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Practical Project Management DESCRIPTION:Through team exercises and discussions\, participants will learn how to plan\, organize\, and manage project work\, as well as when to apply specific tools to increase the likelihood of successful project execution in their work settings. \nParticipants will gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts of project management\, approaches to address common project challenges\, and the evolving role of project managers. \nRegister here.  URL:/calendar/event/practical-project-management-3/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:ME CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260306T134423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134423Z UID:10006874-1778149800-1778169600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Ellsworth DESCRIPTION:Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management\, business planning\, how to get started with a new field\, expertise on a particular subject\, to sharing ideas about research and education efforts. \nWhile Lily has expertise on many subjects\, she is also an excellent person to connect you to the resources you need. Lily can visit your field instead of an office meeting\, however\, developing a field management or business management plan requires focused time at a table with a computer and other\nresources. \n\nDates: April 30\, May 4\, May 7\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n2:30 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nAddress: 63 Boggy Brook Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME 04605\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here! URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-ellsworth/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:Hancock County Cooperative Extension Office\, 63 Boggy Brook Road\, Ellsworth\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260421T183629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T183629Z UID:10008652-1778155200-1778166000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Day in Waldo County DESCRIPTION:Join 91 Extension’s Farm and Tractor Safety Team for an on-farm workshop demonstrating the fundamentals of tractor safety. This 3-hour workshop will include a review of safety risks when operating a tractor and steps for avoiding accidents. Instructors will demonstrate safe and efficient implement attachment and use. Participants will also learn about tractor parts and basic maintenance for the safety and longevity of the equipment. \nThis program is designed for youth\, farm workers\, and new tractor owners to increase their awareness of the risks associated with operating equipment and the basics of safe operation. \nRegister for Farm Tractor Safety Day in Waldo County here! \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Billiejo Pendleton; billiejo.pendleton@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/farm-tractor-safety-day-in-waldo-county/ LOCATION:Waldo County Gardens\, 685 Swan Lake Avenue\, Swanville\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension - Waldo County":MAILTO:extension.waldo@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260421T184704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T184704Z UID:10008655-1778175000-1778180400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Container Gardening at Tidewater Farm DESCRIPTION:Join 91 Extension Horticulture staff\, Pamela Hargest and Abi Griffith\, for a hands-on workshop on growing vegetables\, herbs\, and flowers in containers. Learn how to plant and care for a thriving container garden throughout the growing season. \nIn this interactive class\, you’ll explore which potting mixes work best for containers\, how to choose varieties that thrive in small spaces\, and how to plant and maintain them over time. Participants will plant one container to take home. Fabric pots\, potting mix\, and seeds will be provided\, and you’re welcome to bring your own container if you prefer (containers must be less than 5 gallons). \nThis workshop is ideal for anyone with limited growing space\, including those living in apartments or urban settings. It will take place at the 91 Gardens at Tidewater Farm\, 200 Presumpscot Point Rd\, Falmouth\, ME 04105. \nRegistration for Container Gardening is required and the program fee is $20 per person. \nIf you have any questions or would like to request an accommodation\, please contact Pamela Hargest at pamela.hargest@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/container-gardening-at-tidewater-farm/ LOCATION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension Gardens at Tidewater Farm\, 200 Presumpscot Point Road\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension - Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.cumberland@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260421T193225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T193225Z UID:10008671-1778175000-1778184000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Preserving the Harvest: Intro to Pressure Canning in Falmouth DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for pressure canning low-acid foods. Participants will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, the latest and safest recipes\, about equipment to ensure safety\, and how to check for properly sealed jars. \nParticipants may bring their own pressure canner dial gauge to class for a free accuracy test. \nPlease bring a potholder with you to the workshop. \nRegister for Preserving the Harvest here. \nFinancial assistance is available; please email the 91 Extension staff at extension.foodnutritioncumberland@maine.edu for more information. URL:/calendar/event/preserving-the-harvest-intro-to-pressure-canning-in-falmouth/ LOCATION:91 Cooperative Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension - Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.cumberland@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260510T002219 CREATED:20260424T194448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T194448Z UID:10008674-1778176800-1778180400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Healthy Farmer\, Healthy Farm DESCRIPTION:York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. \nThe York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought back to life to support this community\, foster connection\, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. \nIn recent years\, York County farms have embraced agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets\, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in direct farm sales. But as farming evolves\, so do the challenges—like preparing for change in long term weather patterns\, navigating labor and finances\, and planning for the next generation. \nMaine Agricultural Mediation Program: “A Healthy Farm Is Nothing Without a Healthy Farmer” \nThe Maine Agricultural Mediation Program (MAMP)\, part of 91 Extension’s Health & Wellness Programs\, supports farmers\, fishermen\, food system workers\, teams\, and families through difficult conversations and conflict resolution. MAMP assists with interpersonal and business-related conflicts\, navigation of USDA-related issues\, and building confidence with personal finances. The program focuses on sustainable\, self-built solutions to strengthen farm operations and wellbeing. \nRegister for York County Farmers’ Network Series: Healthy Farmer\, Healthy Farm here! \n  \n  URL:/calendar/event/york-county-farmers-network-series-healthy-farmer-healthy-farm/ LOCATION:91 Cooperative Extension York County\, 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred\, ME\, 04002\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR