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SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Machias
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Lily 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\nApril 14:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nApril 15:\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\nMay 12:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nMay 13:\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 91¸£Àû Machias Science Building Rm 103\, Machias\, ME 04654\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-machias/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:University of Maine at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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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¸£Àû 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 12 Cooking for Crowds Workshop. Registration deadline: May 5\, 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.
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LOCATION:91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension\, Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series – Vegetable Pest & Weed Management
DESCRIPTION:Please join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production topics suitable for the home gardener to the farmer. There will be a total of four sessions\, a mix of classroom lectures and discussion\, and refreshments will be provided. Register for one or all. Attend virtually or in person. \nLearn about common vegetable insects\, diseases\, and weeds and integrated pest management tactics to control them. Maine Board of Pesticide Credits Pending. \nWhen: May 12\, 2026 \nTime: 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. \nLocation:  Somerset County Cooperative Extension Office\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine 04976 \nOR Virtual: The Zoom link will be available after you register. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. Register for Vegetable Pest and Weed Management here. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650 Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622 julie.lajoie@maine.edu
URL:/calendar/event/somerset-county-spring-farm-and-garden-series-vegetable-pest-weed-management/
LOCATION:91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension - Somerset County":MAILTO:extension.somerset@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Machias
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Lily 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\nApril 14:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nApril 15:\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\nMay 12:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nMay 13:\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM\n10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 91¸£Àû Machias Science Building Rm 103\, Machias\, ME 04654\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-machias/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:University of Maine at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
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SUMMARY:Northeast Livestock Expo (NELE) – Youth Judging Clinic\, Education and Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for three exciting days of hands-on learning\, skill-building\, and fun at the North East Livestock Expo (NELE). This youth-focused event brings together families\, students\, and industry professionals to explore the world of livestock and agriculture in an engaging and supportive environment. \nRegister for Northeast Livestock Expo here.  \nIf reasonable accommodation is needed\, please contact Melissa Libby-Babcock\, 207-581-2788\, melissa.libby1@maine.edu by May 8\, 2026.
URL:/calendar/event/northeast-livestock-expo-nele-youth-judging-clinic-education-and-show/
LOCATION:Windsor Fairgrounds\, 82 Ridge Road\, Windsor\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Belfast
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 3\, April 28\, May 15\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 992 Waterville Rd\, Belfast\, ME 04915\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-belfast/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Waldo County Extension Office\, 992 Waterville Road\, Belfast\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
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SUMMARY:Pressure Canning Workshop - Dexter
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to best preserve all those fresh summer vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by 91¸£Àû Extension volunteers and staff will teach you the basic steps for pressure canning vegetables. Participants will receive a Preserving the Harvest food preservation packet\, and 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.\nPlease bring a potholder with you to the workshop. \nRegister for the Pressure Canning Workshop in Dexter here! \n 
URL:/calendar/event/pressure-canning-dexter/
LOCATION:Dexter Town Hall\, 23 Main Street\, Dexter\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension - Piscataquis County":MAILTO:extension.piscataquis@maine.edu
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