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Preserving and Using Plants and Flowers
Pejepscot History Center 159 Park Row, Brunswick, United StatesJoin us in the historic Skolfield-Whittier Garden for this family friendly workshop exploring hands-on history. Delaney Bucker and Jennifer Goldstein, volunteers with the University of Maine’s Cooperative Extension program, will share how to dry, press, store, and use native plants in recipes and for decoration. You’ll practice preserving herbs and flowers and take some home. […]
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Growing Elderberries
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin Master Gardener Volunteer, Joel Leak, for a workshop on growing elderberries at home. Elderberries are a native, low-maintenance shrub that can easily be incorporated into the landscape. Today, several cultivated varieties are available for home gardeners and can be grown for culinary use, including syrups and jams. In this interactive class, you’ll learn the […]
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4-H Ice Cream 101
Thomas Memorial Library 6 Scott Dyer Rd., Cape Elizabeth, United StatesMake Your Own Ice Cream with Cumberland County 4-H! Join us for a fun, hands-on activity where you’ll turn simple ingredients into creamy homemade ice cream—and get to eat it at the end! Open to ages 5–10 (caregivers required for ages 5–8). 4-H enrollment is not required to participate in this program. Registration closes the […]
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Growing a Cut Flower Garden
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin UMaine Extension staff and volunteers for an engaging workshop on growing a cut flower garden. Whether you’re new to flower gardening or looking to expand your garden, this workshop will introduce techniques for growing beautiful, productive blooms throughout the season. In this interactive class, you’ll learn how to choose flower varieties for continuous blooms […]
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Pickling Basics at Fork Food Lab
Fork Food Lab 97 Darling Ave., South Portland, ME, United StatesLooking to make your own homemade pickles? University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basics of making crisp, delicious pickles, including how to use a boiling water bath canner to safely preserve pickles. Learn from the experts. We will provide fresh produce and canning jars. Date: Monday, July 27, 2026 […]
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Webinar: Fermenting Pickles
Virtual (Zoom)Join UMaine Extension Food Preservation staff via Zoom to learn the basic steps of fermenting. You will learn the process of making your own sour pickles through the wonders of fermentation. We will explain the science of fermentation, demonstrate fermenting pickles, and discuss steps to success in this interactive webinar. Date: Tuesday, July 28 Location: Webinar, the […]
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Pollinator-Friendly Gardening
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin UMaine Extension staff and volunteers for an engaging workshop on pollinator-friendly gardening. Pollinators play a vital role in supporting healthy ecosystems and food production, and home gardeners can make a meaningful difference in protecting them. In this interactive workshop, you’ll discover the fascinating diversity of pollinators, the challenges they face, and practical ways to […]
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Allium Pests and Diseases
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin UMaine Extension Fruit and Vegetable Research Associate, Peyton Ginakes, for an engaging workshop on common pests and diseases affecting allium crops such as onions, garlic, leeks, and shallots. Understanding […]
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Harvesting and Arranging Garden Flowers
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin local educator and lifelong gardener, Nancy Atwell, for a hands-on workshop on harvesting and arranging fresh garden flowers. Growing cut flowers at home is a wonderful way to enjoy […]
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Preserving Elderberries
UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesJoin Kate McCarty and a Master Food Preserver Volunteer for a hands-on workshop on preserving elderberries. Because elderberry season is short in Maine, learning how to safely preserve these nutritious […]
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Webinar: Freeze Drying
Virtual (Zoom)Considering buying a freeze dryer or just curious about the process? This educational webinar from UMaine 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 […]
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Webinar: Quick and Easy Preserving
Virtual (Zoom)Interested in preserving all those great garden vegetables but short on time or energy? This interactive webinar from UMaine Extension food preservation experts will teach you several quick and easy preserving methods for the late summer bounty. We will discuss ways to freeze, dehydrate, pickle, and save your harvest, even when you're short on time. […]
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