BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//91¸ŁŔű Calendar - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:/calendar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 91¸ŁŔű 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;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20250711T174426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174426Z UID:10002475-1777852800-1777939199@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Final Exams begin DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/final-exams-begin-4/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260302T155527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T155527Z UID:10006739-1777885200-1777914000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:ServSafe® Certification in Falmouth DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry\, including non-profit organizations. 91¸ŁŔű Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book\, 7th Edition Revised\, and exam proctoring. \nDate: Monday\, May 4\, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date: May 5\, 2026)\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nLocation: 91¸ŁŔű Extension Cumberland County\, 75 Clearwater Dr.\, Falmouth\, ME\nCost: $150 for course and exam\, registration deadline April 20\, 2026\nRegister for May 4\, 2026 ServSafe® URL:/calendar/event/servsafe-certification-in-falmouth-2/ 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":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260306T134423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134423Z UID:10006871-1777890600-1777910400@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/2026-05-04/ LOCATION:Hancock County Cooperative Extension Office\, 63 Boggy Brook Road\, Ellsworth\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260415T205658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T205658Z UID:10008064-1777903200-1777910400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Signs of the Seasons Environmental Monitoring Program Training (at Gilsland Farm Audubon Center) DESCRIPTION:Maine Sea Grant will offer in-person volunteer training for the Signs of the Seasons program at Gilsland Farm Audubon Center\, Falmouth\, Maine\, co-hosted by Maine Audubon. Participants will learn about the goals of the program\, learn how to make scientific observations of phenology (the study of cyclic and seasonal changes of plants and animals)\, practice making phenology observations on the grounds of Gilsland Farm\, and leave with the tools and knowledge needed to set up their own site to observe and record changes in phenology in their own yard or community. Registration is required for this free educational program. \nPlease register using this form. URL:/calendar/event/signs-of-the-seasons-environmental-monitoring-program-training-at-gilsland-farm-audubon-center/ LOCATION:Gilsland Farm Audubon Center\, 20 Gilsland Farm Road\, Falmouth\, 04105\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs and Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260312T200456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T200456Z UID:10007015-1777969800-1778000400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training - Archery at Bryant Pond 4-H Camp DESCRIPTION:This training will certify participants in 4-H Shooting Sports Archery (Level I). \nPlease bring your own lunch and snacks. \nThe minimum age to be an instructor is 21. \n\nRegister for the Bryant Pond 4-H Camp Archery 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training here.\n  URL:/calendar/event/4-h-shooting-sports-leader-training-archery-at-bryant-pond-4-h-camp/ LOCATION:4-H Camp and Learning Center at Bryant Pond\, 17 Conservation School Road\, Bryant Pond\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures & Seminars ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260421T191719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T191826Z UID:10008667-1778061600-1778072400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Cooking for Crowds in Bangor DESCRIPTION:Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers for a variety of food events such as fundraising\, fellowship\, food pantries or other services 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¸ŁŔű Extension Laurie Bowen in this workshop on safe food handling designed specifically for volunteers. Participants receive Cooking for Crowds\, a manual specifically designed to volunteer cooks\, a certificate of attendance\, posters\, and an instant read thermometer. This class meets the Good Shepherd Food Bank food safety training requirements. \nLearn up-to-date methods for safely preparing\, handling\, and serving food for large group functions such as soup kitchens\, church functions\, food pantries\, and community fundraisers. \nWorkshops cover the following food safety guidelines: \n\nPlanning and Purchasing\nStoring Food Supplies\nPreparing Food\nTransporting\, Storing and Serving Cooked Foods\nHandling Leftovers\n\nRegister for May 6 Cooking for Crowds Workshop. Registration deadline: April 29\, 2026 \n\nIf you have any special accommodations requests please reach out to Laurie Bowen at 207.942.7396 or 1.800.287.1485 (within Maine) to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for an accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request\, however\, all requests will be considered. URL:/calendar/event/cooking-for-crowds-in-bangor/ LOCATION:91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension\, Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T173000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260306T132754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T132754Z UID:10006835-1778063400-1778088600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Waldoboro 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. \nWaldoboro \n\nDates: March 24\, March 27\, April 1\, May 6\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 377 Manktown Rd\, Waldoboro\, ME 04572\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here! URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-waldoboro/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:Knox-Lincoln Cooperative Extension Office\, 377 Manktown Road\, Waldoboro\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260327T185743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185743Z UID:10007387-1778092200-1778097600@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 attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students 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/2026-05-06/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 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/ ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu LOCATION:https://dll.umaine.edu/practical-project-management/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 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/ 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:20260504T135420 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¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260421T183629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T183629Z UID:10008652-1778155200-1778166000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Day in Waldo County DESCRIPTION:Join 91¸ŁŔű 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¸ŁŔű 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:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260421T184704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T184704Z UID:10008655-1778175000-1778180400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Container Gardening at Tidewater Farm DESCRIPTION:Join 91¸ŁŔű 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¸ŁŔű 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¸ŁŔű 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:20260504T135420 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¸ŁŔű Extension staff at extension.foodnutritioncumberland@maine.edu for more information. URL:/calendar/event/preserving-the-harvest-intro-to-pressure-canning-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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 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¸ŁŔű 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¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension York County\, 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred\, ME\, 04002\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="91¸ŁŔű Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20250711T174519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174519Z UID:10002478-1778198400-1778284799@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Final exams end DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/final-exams-end-4/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T235959 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20250711T174552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T181129Z UID:10002481-1778198400-1778284799@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Orono Graduate Commencement DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. \nThe Graduate School Commencement Ceremony\, recognizing Master’s\, Education Specialists\, and Doctoral Candidates\, will be held on Friday\, May 8\, 2026\, 4:00 p.m. at the Alfond Arena. Additional details can be found on the Graduate School Commencement page. URL:/calendar/event/orono-graduate-commencement/ LOCATION:Harold Alfond Sports Arena\, Orono\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Graduate School":MAILTO:graduate@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260327T185307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185307Z UID:10007362-1778230800-1778245200@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. \nRegister here.  URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-3/2026-05-08/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260416T161913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T161913Z UID:10008116-1778266800-1778270400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Worlds Beyond Earth DESCRIPTION:Take an exhilarating journey to the worlds that orbit our Sun and the unique conditions that make life on our planet Earth possible. Celebrate the extraordinary Age of Exploration carried out by robotic explorers\, over the past 50 years with imagery from NASA\, European Space Agency (ESA)\, and Japan Aerospace Exploration (JAXA) missions.  Audiences will go on an epic adventure across the solar system\, from our Moon\, Mars and Venus to beyond the asteroid belt\, to Jupiter and Saturn.  Produced by the American Museum of Natural History in New York and narrated by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\n  \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for 91¸ŁŔű Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/worlds-beyond-earth/2026-05-08/ LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows,Versant Astronomy Center GEO:44.9035764;-68.6610809 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd. Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd.:geo:-68.6610809,44.9035764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20250711T174634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174634Z UID:10002484-1778284800-1778371199@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Orono Undergraduate Commencements DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/orono-undergraduate-commencements/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T133000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260429T143035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143035Z UID:10008688-1778328000-1778333400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Department Graduation Lunch DESCRIPTION:Celebrating our 2026 graduates with a department luncheon at noontime in Aubert Hall. Join us! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-department-graduation-lunch/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260416T162034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162034Z UID:10008130-1778421600-1778425200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:H2O – The Cosmic States of Water DESCRIPTION:H2O – The Cosmic States of Water \nIn the icy northern waters\, a little sea otter named Sedna spends her days playing\, fishing\, and diving with her fellow otters. Sedna dreams of travelling to distant places…\nAnd on this day\, like every year\, she is on the lookout for Toklo\, a mercurial and wily cormorant due back from his long southward migration. Thanks to H2O\, Sedna will go on an extraordinary journey to discover the water cycle on Earth. Then\, buoyed by a fresh self-confidence and her newly gained knowledge\, she persuades Toklo to embark on an even more amazing journey. \nAges 5 and up \n  \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for 91¸ŁŔű Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/h2o-the-cosmic-states-of-water/2026-05-10/ LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows,Versant Astronomy Center GEO:44.9035764;-68.6610809 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd. Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd.:geo:-68.6610809,44.9035764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260416T162530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162530Z UID:10008301-1778428800-1778432400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars/2026-05-10/ LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows,Versant Astronomy Center GEO:44.9035764;-68.6610809 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd. Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd.:geo:-68.6610809,44.9035764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002490-1778457600-1778543999@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-05-11/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008691-1778490000-1778518800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-11/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260327T185743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185743Z UID:10007390-1778524200-1778529600@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 attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students 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/2026-05-11/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260513 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002493-1778544000-1778630399@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-05-12/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260429T143420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143420Z UID:10008694-1778576400-1778605200@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Chemistry Summer Session Classes DESCRIPTION:Summer Session classes begin! URL:/calendar/event/chemistry-summer-session-classes/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:Aubert Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260416T162621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162621Z UID:10008311-1778580000-1778583600@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Forward to the Moon DESCRIPTION:Forward to the Moon engages audiences in NASA efforts to send both humans and robots to the Moon and Mars. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program\, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo\, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman on the surface of the Moon. Jessica Meir from Caribou\, Maine has been selected as one of the Artemis Mission astronauts and might be the first Mainer on the Moon – learn about it here at the planetarium! \nNarrated by Kari Byron from Crash Test World and Mythbusters. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\n  \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for 91¸ŁŔű Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show. URL:/calendar/event/forward-to-the-moon-2/ LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows,Versant Astronomy Center GEO:44.9035764;-68.6610809 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd. Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd.:geo:-68.6610809,44.9035764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T135420 CREATED:20260413T132603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T132603Z UID:10008037-1778580000-1778590800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Dissertation Defense: Jillian Fedarick DESCRIPTION:Jillian Fedarick\, a candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology and Environmental Science\, will be defending her dissertation titled\, “THE CONSERVATION OF THE YELLOW LAMPMUSSEL (LAMPSILIS CARIOSA) THROUGH A HISTORICAL\, CONTEMPORARY\, AND COMMUNITY FOCUSED LENS.” URL:/calendar/event/dissertation-defense-jillian-fedarick/ LOCATION:Nutting Hall\, 201 Nutting Hall CATEGORIES:Student Activities GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nutting Hall 201 Nutting Hall;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=201 Nutting Hall:geo:-68.6687076,44.897732 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR