Week of Events
2026 Sheep Shearing School in Belgrade
This two-day workshop is for individuals interested in learning to shear sheep on the producer or professional level. Topics covered during the school include crutching and full-body shearing. Participants must be able to bend for extended periods, lift 50 lbs, and be at least 16 years of age. Minors must be accompanied by a parent […]
Sunday, May 31, 2026
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Monday, June 1, 2026
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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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June 2, 2026 –Seafood HACCP Alliance Segment II Course
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June 2, 2026 –Aquaculture Builders 4-H SPIN Club
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June 2, 2026 –Plant-Based on a Budget in Lisbon
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June 2, 2026 –Growing and Preserving Herbs at Tidewater Farms
Seafood HACCP Alliance Segment II Course
Only 20 spots are available. Participants must have completed Segment I online through Cornell Cooperative Extension no more than nine months before attending this Segment II course with 91¸£Àû Extension. More details below. Registration Cost: $200 in Maine, $235 out of state (includes certificate) Refunds will not be available on or after May 27, 2026. Participants will not be […]
Aquaculture Builders 4-H SPIN Club
Who:Â Youth ages 11 – 14 When: Tuesdays – June 2 – July 6, 2026, from 3:00 – 4:00 pm Where: Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center, 491 College Ave, Orono, ME What: The Aquaculture Builders SPIN Club will explore how and why we grow aquatic organisms, like oysters and kelp, but through […]
Plant-Based on a Budget in Lisbon
Want to eat more plant-based food but are worried about the cost? Think vegan or vegetarian cooking is too expensive? Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will learn practical skills and tips for making delicious plant-based meals without breaking the bank. Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Time: 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Location: 91¸£Àû Cooperative Extension, 24 Main […]
Growing and Preserving Herbs at Tidewater Farms
Join Master Food Preserver, Lali Constantino, and Master Gardener Volunteer, Joel Leak, for an engaging, hands-on workshop on growing, harvesting, using, and preserving culinary herbs. Discover how cultivating a kitchen garden not only provides fresh flavors for your meals but also attracts beneficial pollinators to your yard. In this interactive class, you’ll learn practical techniques […]
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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June 3, 2026 –Cooking for Crowds in Ellsworth
Cooking for Crowds in Ellsworth
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 […]
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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Friday, June 5, 2026
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Virtual EventJune 5, 2026 –Food Safety Webinar Series: Food Adulteration Training
Food Safety Webinar Series: Food Adulteration Training
The 91¸£Àû 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. […]
Saturday, June 6, 2026
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June 6, 2026 –Mid-coast Wild Blueberry Field Day
Mid-coast Wild Blueberry Field Day
Join us for a day of organic and conventional research-based knowledge on wild blueberries. Stay tuned for more information! Click Here to Register for the Wild Blueberry Field Day or by contacting Mary Michaud at  mary.michaud@maine.edu, 207.581.3175.
