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SUMMARY:Canceled: 2026 Master Food Preserver Volunteer Course in Skowhegan
DESCRIPTION:What is a Master Food Preserver Volunteer?\nMaster Food Preserver Volunteers serve to extend Extension’s educational programs in food preservation to adults and youth. Master Food Preserver Volunteer serves as a resource in the community to provide the public with research-based information from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and USDA. \nDirect questions about the program to the instructor Kathy Savoie at ksavoie@maine.edu. \nWho is eligible to apply?\nThrough an application process\, any Maine resident 18 years or older is eligible to take the Master Food Preserver Volunteer course. To become a Master Food Preserver Volunteer\, accepted applicants must meet the following qualifications: \n\nAttend the 8-part\, 28-hour Master Food Preserver Volunteer course including hands-on kitchen lab sessions.\nComplete lab quizzes and pass the final written exam.\nComplete at least 20 hours of volunteer service within a 12-month period.\nComplete reports on the number of public contacts made.\n\nTo learn more view the Master Food Preserver Volunteer Role Description\nWhat does the training cover? \nDuring the lectures\, discussions and hands-on kitchen lab experiences\, you will learn: \n\nthe latest information on food safety and food preservation;\nprevention of foodborne illness;\nfood storage and safety;\ncanning basics;\ncanning acid foods;\ncanning low-acid foods;\nfreeze drying foods;\npickled and fermented foods;\npreserving jams and jellies;\nfreezing foods; and\ndrying food products.\n\nWhat does the training cost?\n$325 per person (limited financial assistance available). \nWhat are Master Food Preserver Volunteer experiences?\nAfter completing your training\, you will have an opportunity to choose your volunteer experiences. The volunteer commitment can be fulfilled by: \n\nhelping others to learn\, and provide research-based information from 91¸ŁŔű Extension\nproviding information at local farmers’ markets\, fairs\, or community events\nconducting presentations and workshops as part of a team or on your own for community groups and schools\npreparing educational displays and writing articles for newsletters\, newspapers\, etc.\n\n\n2026 Master Food Preserver Volunteer Course\nLocation: Skowhegan High School and Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, Skowhegan\, Maine \nDates/Topics:*  \n\nJune 18: Introduction\, Freeze Drying & Winter Storage Techniques\nJune 23: Jams & Jellies\nJuly 14: Drying & Preserving Herbs\nJuly 28: Pressure Canning & Freezing Vegetables\nAugust 4: Pickling & Fermenting\nAugust 11: Canning Acidic Foods & Freezing Fruit\nAugust 18: Tomatoes & Tomato Products\nAugust 25: Final Exam\n\nTime: 1:00-4:30 p.m. \nWorkshop Leader: Kathy Savoie\, MS\, RD\, Extension Educator \n*Topics are subject to change based on seasonal produce availability. \nTo Apply:\n\n\n\n\nApplication and letter of recommendation are due Friday\, May 1\, 2026 before 4:30PM.\n\nApply here!  \n\n\n\n 
URL:/calendar/event/2026-master-food-preserver-volunteer-course-in-skowhegan/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T140000
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UID:10012473-1787666400-1787669100@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Webinar Series: Freeze Drying
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the return of our popular food preservation webinars this summer! The 2026 webinar series will cover preserving different seasonal foods in a live format with the ability to ask the experts all your questions. \nConsidering buying a freeze dryer or just curious about the process? This educational webinar from 91¸ŁŔű Extension will provide an overview of using a freeze dryer at home to create high-quality\, long-lasting dried fruits\, vegetables\, snacks\, and complete meals. Participants will learn how freeze drying works\, about the required equipment\, and how to safely prepare and store foods for freeze drying. \nThe last topic for this series is Quick and Easy Preserving on September 8. Webinars are from 2-2:45 p.m. \nRegistration is required; a $5 donation per session is optional. Register here to receive the link and resources. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact RenĂ©e Whiting\, 207.581.8364; renee.whiting@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/food-preservation-webinar-series-freeze-drying/
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CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension - Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.cumberland@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T200000
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UID:10007416-1787682600-1787688000@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-6/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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SUMMARY:Tractor Safety Workshop in New Gloucester
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a summer tractor safety workshop on Thursday\, August 27 from 4:30–7:30 p.m. at Applewood Farm\, 107 Peacock Hill Road in New Gloucester. \n91¸ŁŔű Extension’s Farm and Tractor Safety Team will lead an on-farm workshop demonstrating the fundamentals of tractor safety. This 3-hour workshop will include an overview 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 this evening workshop on the Tractor Safety Workshop at Applewood Farm webpage. Dinner will be provided. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Ava Sharpe at ava.sharpe@maine.edu or 207.581.8362. If the program fee poses a barrier\, please contact Ava Sharpe. \nPlease note this is a non-certificate-bearing program. Federal Certificates of Training will not be issued at the end of this one-day program. If you are interested in obtaining certification\, please check the Tractor Safety Certification Course page to be notified when our 2027 spring offerings are set.
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LOCATION:Applewood Farm\, 107 Peacock Hill Road\, New Gloucester\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension - Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.cumberland@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Canning and Preserving Blueberry Jam in Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a workshop about canning and preserving blueberry jam on Thursday\, August 27\, 2026\, from 5:30–8 p.m. at Cumberland County Extension Office\, 75 Clearwater Drive in Falmouth. \nCanning and Preserving Blueberry Jam covers how to prepare and preserve blueberry jam\, including methods for using less sugar. The instructor will teach safe preservation techniques for blueberries using both the boiling water bath canning method and freezing. Participants will receive recipes and a jar of homemade jam. Please bring a potholder with you to class. \nRegistration is required; the cost is $25 per workshop. For more information and to register visit the program webpage. To request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Kate McCarty at 207.781.6099 or kate.mccarty@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/canning-and-preserving-blueberry-jam-in-falmouth/
LOCATION:91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension - Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.cumberland@maine.edu
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UID:10007425-1787855400-1787860800@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-6/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T120000
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UID:10007386-1787907600-1787918400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials
DESCRIPTION: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 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.
URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T090000
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UID:10011880-1787907600-1787918400@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-8/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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