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Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County

  • Fun with 4-H

    One Wednesday afternoon each month from November through June, we will offer a themed hands-on craft or science activity at the Windham Public Library. This program is designed for youth […]

  • 2026 Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale

    Tidewater Farm
    UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United States

    Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, located at 200 Presumpscot Point Rd in Falmouth for this annual event. Master […]

    Free
  • Urban Soils and Lead: Exploring Best Practices

    Boyd Street Urban Farm 2 Boyd St, Portland, United States

    Join us for an evening of learning about urban soils and strategies for safely growing food in Portland! There will be hands-on activities to demonstrate soil health best practices and resources for testing soils in your farm or garden. Featuring University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Cultivating Community, Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District, Fresh […]

    Free
  • Growing and Preserving Herbs

    Tidewater Farm
    UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United States

    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 […]

    $15
  • Big Yields on Small Plots

    Tidewater Farm
    UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth, ME, United States

    Join UMaine Extension Urban Agriculture Professional, Carrick Gambell, for a hands-on workshop on growing big yields in small spaces. Gardening in a limited area doesn’t have to be restrictive, learn […]

    $15
  • Fun with 4-H

    Fun with 4-H
    Windham Public Library 217 Windham Center Rd., Windham, United States

    One Wednesday afternoon each month from November through June, we will offer a themed hands-on craft or science activity at the Windham Public Library. This program is designed for youth […]

  • 4-H Maker Monday

    4-H Maker Mondays
    UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

    One Monday afternoon each month from November-June, we will offer a themed hands-on activity for youth ages 5-12 that will include crafts or science. 5-8 year-olds must have an adult […]

  • Make Your Own Strawberry Jam

    Cumberland County Extension Office 75 Clearwater Dr. Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

    Nothing says summertime in Maine like strawberry season. Join UMaine Extension staff and Master Food Preserver volunteers for a hands-on workshop dedicated to the art and science of preserving Maine fruit. We’ll guide you through the boiling water bath method, ensuring you leave with the skills to preserve safely and confidently at home. Every participant […]

    $25
  • 4-H Ice Cream 101

    Agriculture 101 with 4-H
    Thomas Memorial Library 6 Scott Dyer Rd., Cape Elizabeth, United States

    Make 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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