BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91 Calendar - ECPv6.17.4.1//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:20260917T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151929Z CREATED:20260327T190600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151929Z UID:10007432-1789669800-1789675200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-7/2026-09-17/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T170000 DTSTAMP:20260323T171857Z CREATED:20260323T171857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T171857Z UID:10007040-1789981200-1790010000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Reducing Marine Debris at the Source: Finding Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic A Research-to-Application Symposium DESCRIPTION:University of Maine researchers and Maine Sea Grant partners will present findings and prototypes developed with support from a NOAA National Sea Grant Marine Debris Challenge Grant. Guest speakers will be invited to share alternative products\, reusable food packaging systems\, and case studies in developing alternatives to single-use plastic using biodegradable materials from forests\, oceans\, and agricultural bi-products. URL:/calendar/event/reducing-marine-debris-at-the-source-finding-alternatives-to-single-use-plastic-a-research-to-application-symposium/2026-09-21/ LOCATION:Wells Conference Center\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151929Z CREATED:20260327T190600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151929Z UID:10007435-1790015400-1790020800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-7/2026-09-21/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260323T171857Z CREATED:20260323T171857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T171857Z UID:10007043-1790064000-1790096400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Reducing Marine Debris at the Source: Finding Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic A Research-to-Application Symposium DESCRIPTION:University of Maine researchers and Maine Sea Grant partners will present findings and prototypes developed with support from a NOAA National Sea Grant Marine Debris Challenge Grant. Guest speakers will be invited to share alternative products\, reusable food packaging systems\, and case studies in developing alternatives to single-use plastic using biodegradable materials from forests\, oceans\, and agricultural bi-products. URL:/calendar/event/reducing-marine-debris-at-the-source-finding-alternatives-to-single-use-plastic-a-research-to-application-symposium/2026-09-22/ LOCATION:Wells Conference Center\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T163000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150253Z CREATED:20260327T165203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150253Z UID:10007320-1790065800-1790094600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Mediation and the Process of Conflict Transformation DESCRIPTION:This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises\, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict\, reflecting on the nature of conflict\, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. \nParticipants will also explore the applications and extensions of the Transformative Mediation model as it applies to the workplace\, town planning\, schools and family conflict. \nIn light of the polarization in the world today\, this mediation program provides a much-needed approach to dialogue that emphasizes how living with our differences is just as important as reaching an agreement. URL:/calendar/event/mediation-and-the-process-of-conflict-transformation-2/2026-09-22/ LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260714T174120Z CREATED:20260714T174120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T174120Z UID:10012531-1790067600-1790096400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam- Falmouth DESCRIPTION:This 8-hour ServSafe® Course from 9:00am – 5:00pm helps prepare you for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam. \nThe course covers these topics: \n\nThe Importance of Food Safety\nGood Personal Hygiene\nTime and Temperature Control\nPreventing Cross-Contamination\nCleaning and Sanitizing\nSafe Food Preparation\nReceiving and Storing Food\nMethods of Thawing\, Cooking\, Cooling\, and Reheating Food\nAnd more…\n\nThe exam will immediately follow the course. \nStudents will receive the ServSafe® Manager Book 7th Ed. revised\, diagnostic exam\, and practice exam approximately 2 weeks prior to the course. \nRegistration fees for this class are non-refundable. Register here for the Falmouth session of ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam here! \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 22\, 2026 \nInclement Weather Date: Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026 \nIf companies are registering multiple employees\, they need to ensure to provide employee-specific registration information such as email\, address\, and phone number. URL:/calendar/event/servsafe-food-protection-manager-course-and-exam-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":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T163000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150253Z CREATED:20260327T165203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150253Z UID:10007323-1790152200-1790181000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Mediation and the Process of Conflict Transformation DESCRIPTION:This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises\, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict\, reflecting on the nature of conflict\, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. \nParticipants will also explore the applications and extensions of the Transformative Mediation model as it applies to the workplace\, town planning\, schools and family conflict. \nIn light of the polarization in the world today\, this mediation program provides a much-needed approach to dialogue that emphasizes how living with our differences is just as important as reaching an agreement. URL:/calendar/event/mediation-and-the-process-of-conflict-transformation-2/2026-09-23/ LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T173000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151505Z CREATED:20260327T191007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151505Z UID:10007765-1790177400-1790184600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Accompanying Strong Emotions with Resonant Language DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe will explore: \n– practical things to do and say to help people calm down\n– how whatever is happening makes sense and can be worked with\n– sources of trauma and what happens in our brains and bodies when trauma is activated\n– the practical power of Resonant Language \nThese tools are easily learned and can have immediate results. \nThis program is designed to benefit: \n– People who work with youth (childcare providers\, ed techs\, educators\, school counselors\, school administrators\, social workers\, teachers)\n– Frontline workers\n– People who work in service industries\n– Municipal workers\n– Parents/guardians URL:/calendar/event/calm-strong-emotions-with-resonant-language/2026-09-23/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z CREATED:20260327T163410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z UID:10007302-1790188200-1790193600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-09-23/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T163000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150253Z CREATED:20260327T165203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150253Z UID:10007326-1790238600-1790267400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Mediation and the Process of Conflict Transformation DESCRIPTION:This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises\, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict\, reflecting on the nature of conflict\, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. \nParticipants will also explore the applications and extensions of the Transformative Mediation model as it applies to the workplace\, town planning\, schools and family conflict. \nIn light of the polarization in the world today\, this mediation program provides a much-needed approach to dialogue that emphasizes how living with our differences is just as important as reaching an agreement. URL:/calendar/event/mediation-and-the-process-of-conflict-transformation-2/2026-09-24/ LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151929Z CREATED:20260327T190600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151929Z UID:10007438-1790274600-1790280000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-7/2026-09-24/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T120000 DTSTAMP:20260714T174346Z CREATED:20260714T174346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T174346Z UID:10012533-1790326800-1790337600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Cooking for Crowds - Falmouth DESCRIPTION:Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers for a variety of food events such as fundraising\, fellowships\, food pantries or other service to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the buffet table? Join 91 Cooperative Extension Professor Kathy Savoie\, MS\, RD\, in this workshop on safe food handling designed specifically for volunteers. Participants receive Cooking for Crowds\, a manual specifically designed for volunteer cooks\, a certificate of attendance\, posters\, and thermometers. \nThis class meets the Good Shepherd Food Bank food safety training requirements. \nMinimum for class to be held is 6 participants. \nFor more information\, visit Cooking for Crowds Workshops. \nClass: Cooking for Crowds \nDate: September 25\, 2026 \nTime: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. \nLocation: 91 Cooperative Extension at 91 Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME \nRegistration deadline: September 18\, 2026. \nCost: $15.00 \nREFUND POLICY: No refunds or credits of any payment will be made for notification of withdrawal within 5 days of the start of the class. Prior to that time\, we will refund your registration fee minus a $5 service fee. Course and material fees will be refunded in full if a class is canceled. \nIf reasonable accommodation is needed\, please contact Renée Whiting\, renee.whiting@maine.edu or at 207.581.8364. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides time to meet the request\, however\, all requests will be considered. URL:/calendar/event/cooking-for-crowds-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:20260928T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151929Z CREATED:20260327T190600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151929Z UID:10007441-1790620200-1790625600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-7/2026-09-28/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T173000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151505Z CREATED:20260327T191007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151505Z UID:10007768-1790782200-1790789400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Accompanying Strong Emotions with Resonant Language DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe will explore: \n– practical things to do and say to help people calm down\n– how whatever is happening makes sense and can be worked with\n– sources of trauma and what happens in our brains and bodies when trauma is activated\n– the practical power of Resonant Language \nThese tools are easily learned and can have immediate results. \nThis program is designed to benefit: \n– People who work with youth (childcare providers\, ed techs\, educators\, school counselors\, school administrators\, social workers\, teachers)\n– Frontline workers\n– People who work in service industries\n– Municipal workers\n– Parents/guardians URL:/calendar/event/calm-strong-emotions-with-resonant-language/2026-09-30/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z CREATED:20260327T163410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z UID:10007305-1790793000-1790798400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-09-30/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260522T162741Z CREATED:20260522T162741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T162741Z UID:10010916-1790841600-1790870400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:MPHA 2026 Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference\, Nourish to Flourish: Cultivating Healthy Communities for Today and the Future\, will explore efforts that nourish and sustain people and communities. Grounded in the foundations of health\, Nourish to Flourish returns to the basics of public health by centering essential needs like food systems\, safety\, housing\, healthcare\, clean air and water\, and community as the building blocks of well-being. \nThe conference will showcase initiatives that bring together public health practitioners\, community members and leaders\, and other partners committed to helping Mainers thrive\, now and for generations to come. URL:/calendar/event/mpha-2026-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Drive\, Augusta\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91 Institute of Medicine":MAILTO:umainemed@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151929Z CREATED:20260327T190600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151929Z UID:10007444-1790879400-1790884800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:SAT Prep Matters DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test\, and are relaxed and well-rested\, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself\, Smyth has helped many students through their own hard work improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points. URL:/calendar/event/sat-prep-matters-7/2026-10-01/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000 DTSTAMP:20260915T200238Z CREATED:20260911T172558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T200238Z UID:10013280-1791018000-1791028800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Fermentation Expo: Science\, Art\, Fun\, and the Stories In Between DESCRIPTION:Fermentation Friday brings to you our first ever Fermentation Expo! Come and experience food systems\, storytelling\, microbial science\, and creative crafts like “wearing your ferments” by dyeing fabric with vegetables. Student leaders will offer hands-on fermentation tutorials\, host a SCOBY Petting Zoo\, and set up microscopes to view active cultures up close. Community members are invited to table and share their own cultures through live demonstrations\, field journals\, multimedia\, or artistic installations. This inclusive Expo invites everyone to explore the expansive\, vibrant world of fermentation in a fun and welcoming setting. Fermented refreshments will be available for you to try! URL:/calendar/event/fermentation-expo-science-art-fun-and-the-stories-in-between/ LOCATION:Innovative Media Research and Commercialization Center (IMRC)\, Stewart Hall\, University of Maine\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Conferences & Workshops,Public Programs and Shows,Student Activities ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu GEO:44.9043831;-68.6657639 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Innovative Media Research and Commercialization Center (IMRC) Stewart Hall University of Maine Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Stewart Hall\, University of Maine:geo:-68.6657639,44.9043831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T170000 DTSTAMP:20260916T150708Z CREATED:20260916T150708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T150708Z UID:10013293-1791302400-1791306000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Book Bans - Freedom to Read Conversation DESCRIPTION:Interested about why and how books get banned? Join Fogler Library’s librarians for a guided group discussion on this topic. Snacks will be provided. \nRegister here! Note that space is limited and registration is required. URL:/calendar/event/book-bans-freedom-to-read-conversation/ LOCATION:Fogler Library CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z CREATED:20260327T163410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z UID:10007308-1791397800-1791403200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z CREATED:20260327T163410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z UID:10007311-1792002600-1792008000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-14/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T153000 DTSTAMP:20260727T151209Z CREATED:20260611T134645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151209Z UID:10011861-1792141200-1792164600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Practical Public Speaking: From Fear to Success DESCRIPTION:Do your knees turn to jelly when it’s your turn to speak? Does your mind transform everything you thought you knew into a jumbled mess? Do you intentionally avoid uncomfortable communication situations? Public speaking may not come naturally to many of us\, but with the right support and training\, it can be developed. Improving your public speaking skills not only benefits your business but also benefits you personally.\nUsing highlights of Tom Dowd’s Gold Medal award-winning book “From Fear to Success: A Practical Public-Speaking Guide”\, you will: \n1. Learn how to relieve the stress of speaking to a crowd\n2. Become skilled in speaking with notes\, without notes and using slides\n3. Learn how to think quickly\, speak logically and engage your audience\n4. Learn how to summarize by using analogies and short stories\n5. Understand the importance of preparation\, personal stories and mental and physical insight on reducing anxiety and increasing confidence \nMost importantly\, you will learn how to become influential in achieving your goals and your audience’s goals. \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/public-speaking-business/ URL:/calendar/event/practical-public-speaking-from-fear-to-success/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T120000 DTSTAMP:20260325T124739Z CREATED:20260325T124739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T124739Z UID:10007090-1792144800-1792152000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Food Safety Webinar Series: Scaling the Solution: Product Development and Innovations in the Green Crab Industry DESCRIPTION:The 91 Extension Food Safety Webinar Series is a monthly\, expert-led educational series focused on practical food safety\, regulatory compliance\, and product innovation across the food system. Sessions cover topics such as electronic record-keeping\, workforce training\, chemical safety\, food adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, audit readiness\, product development\, environmental air quality\, and alternative protein innovations. The series is designed for food producers\, processors\, seafood businesses\, entrepreneurs\, quality assurance staff\, extension educators\, students\, faculty\, regulatory professionals\, and technical specialists\, with particular relevance for those working with food safety training\, compliance systems\, seafood hazards\, product development\, and emerging technologies in food processing. \nFood businesses and professionals face increasing regulatory expectations\, evolving hazards\, and rapid technological change. By addressing real-world topics such as digital compliance systems\, chemical handling\, adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, and audit preparation\, the series helps participants stay current and make informed\, practical decisions. Participants will gain practical tools\, real-world case studies\, and actionable strategies related to training programs\, compliance documentation\, safe chemical use\, adulteration prevention\, seafood safety\, product innovation\, and environmental controls—knowledge they can immediately apply in their operations\, classrooms\, or regulatory work. \nScaling the Solution: Product Development and Innovations in the Green Crab Industry\nGreen crab might be one of the world’s most destructive invasive species but it’s also a delicious and versatile seafood. GreenCrab.org is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a two-clawed approach: building culinary markets for green crab and spreading awareness of its invasive impact. In partnership with harvesters\, chefs\, and wholesalers\, GreenCrab.org helps get green crabs out of coastal waters and onto plates. In today’s talk\, Founder and Director Mary Parks explores the challenges associated with building out culinary green crab markets\, processing\, and product innovations. \nTo Register and Receive Webinar Zoom Link URL:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-scaling-the-solution/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="91 Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu LOCATION:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-scaling-the-solution/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000 DTSTAMP:20260911T192807Z CREATED:20260611T135915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T192807Z UID:10011898-1792486800-1792497600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis 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 application that has all the information funders want to see. \nUsing case studies\, this program will focus on real-world grant applications. Comprehensive checklists and worksheets will guide you through every step of planning\, researching\, applying to and managing a grant—without missing a thing! You’ll also develop language specific to your organization that answers common grant questions. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-9/2026-10-20/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T150000 DTSTAMP:20260806T183937Z CREATED:20260806T183937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T183937Z UID:10012767-1792486800-1792508400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:You Are the Main Character: Artfully Teaching the Science of Reading DESCRIPTION:In this energizing workshop\, we celebrate teachers as the heroes of every literacy story. Blending humor\, research and practical strategies\, we explore how the science of reading provides the evidence\, and the art of teaching brings it to life. Drawing from research in literacy instruction\, we empower educators to balance data with creativity\, structure with spontaneity and always keep students at the heart of the narrative. \nPresenters:\n-William Dee Nichols\, Professor of Literacy\, University of Maine\n-Chase Young\, Professor of Literacy Education\, Sam Houston State University\n-Timothy Rasinski\, Professor of Literacy Education\, Kent State University \nRegistration information:\n-Early bird registration (before September 18): $175\n-After September 18: $200\n-Registration closes on October 9.\n-Continental breakfast and lunch included \nLink to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHv2Tx_ZvFbIjPQwP4vNZ8qBCyJ1aBwEeouwqj_fZdClgKpw/viewform \nFor more information\, please contact Maine Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy Coordinator and Senior Trainer Debra Hogate\, debra.hogate@maine.edu. URL:/calendar/event/you-are-the-main-character-artfully-teaching-the-science-of-reading/ LOCATION:Wells Conferemce Center\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T133000 DTSTAMP:20260914T135551Z CREATED:20260914T135551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T135551Z UID:10013284-1792497600-1792503000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grants 101 DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides information and instruction on how to set-up and use Pivot- a funding opportunity database accessible across UMS- along with general strategies on reading funding calls and proposal writing. \nZoom link to event: https://maine.zoom.us/meeting/register/4VWuEFhBTZiGQmZmUZAHvg URL:/calendar/event/grants-101/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T170000 DTSTAMP:20260917T131535Z CREATED:20260917T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T131535Z UID:10013295-1792598400-1792602000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Making the Most of Citation Managers: Zotero Edition DESCRIPTION:Join us at Fogler library to learn about citation managers. Citation managers save you time and effort by organizing the articles\, books\, and other publications you find\, and cite while you write in-text citations and bibliographies. URL:/calendar/event/making-the-most-of-citation-managers-zotero-edition-3/ LOCATION:Fogler Library CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z CREATED:20260327T163410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z UID:10007314-1792607400-1792612800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-21/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T235959 DTSTAMP:20260914T140042Z CREATED:20260914T140028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T140042Z UID:10013289-1792972800-1793059199@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Maine Rural School Leadership Network Fall Conference DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Maine Rural School Leadership Network Fall Conference will give school leaders a chance to visit a rural school\, observe the exciting work being done there\, and meet with other rural school leaders from across the state to discuss the challenges and opportunities of leading a rural school in Maine. Developed in collaboration with the Maine Rural School Principal Community of Practice\, the conference is a professional development opportunity funded by Rural THRIVE\, and open to qualified current or aspiring rural school leaders in Maine. Participants will earn six professional development hours for attending. For more information\, contact Rural THRIVE Leader in Residence Paul Austin\, paul.austin@maine.edu. \nCost: No cost for qualified current or aspiring rural public school leaders in Maine \nRecommended age: Adults (K-12 school leaders and aspiring school leaders) URL:/calendar/event/maine-rural-school-leadership-network-fall-conference/ LOCATION:North Haven Community School\, 93 Pulpit Harbor Road\, North Haven\, 04853\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T120000 DTSTAMP:20260911T192807Z CREATED:20260611T135915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T192807Z UID:10011901-1793091600-1793102400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis 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 application that has all the information funders want to see. \nUsing case studies\, this program will focus on real-world grant applications. Comprehensive checklists and worksheets will guide you through every step of planning\, researching\, applying to and managing a grant—without missing a thing! You’ll also develop language specific to your organization that answers common grant questions. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-9/2026-10-27/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR