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Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County

Food Preservation Webinar: Low-Sugar Jams & Jellies

Online

Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation staff for a lively discussion and demonstration on how to preserve jams and jellies using natural and alternative sweeteners. $5 optional donation per class. Registration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.

Free – $5

Food Preservation Webinar: Fermenting Pickles

Online

Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation staff for a lively discussion and demonstration on how to ferment cucumbers to make delicious pickles. $5 optional donation per class. Registration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.

In a Pickle! Youth Food Preservation Workshop

Magic Lantern Innovation Lab and Learning Center 9 Depot Street, Bridgton, ME, United States

Join us for a fun hands-on food preservation workshop at the Magic Lantern! Each participant will make a jar of pickles to take home. Workshop is geared for youth ages 8 and older. Younger youth can participate with an adult helper.

$8

Food Preservation Webinar: Canning Salsa Safely

Online

Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation staff for a lively discussion and demonstration on how to how to can salsa and learn the importance of following a tested recipe. $5 optional donation per class. Registration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.

Food Preservation Webinar: Preserving Meat

Online

Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation staff for a lively discussion and demonstration on how to $5 optional donation per class. Registration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.

Food Preservation Webinar: Preserving Winter Squash & Pumpkins

Online

Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation staff for a lively discussion and demonstration on how to safely can and store winter squash, including pumpkins. $5 optional donation per class. Registration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.

Fermenting Sauerkraut Workshop

Root Wild Kombucha 135 Washington, Avenue, Portland, Maine, United States

Come learn the process of making your own sauerkraut through the wonders of fermentation. This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by UMaine Extension staff and volunteers will teach you the basic steps for fermenting. Learn the basics, such as preserving equipment, recommended recipes, and ingredients, and enjoy the ease of fermentation. You will start a […]

$25

Canning Savory Jellies and Jams

Date: March 20, 2024 Location: Scarborough High School, 11 Municipal Drive, Scarborough, ME Time: 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Cost: $25 To register: Savory Jellies and Jams Registration Herbs, sweet and […]

$25

Fermenting Kimchi

Date: April 11, 2024 Location: Root Wild Kombucha, 135 Washington Ave., Portland, ME Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Cost: $25 To register: Fermenting Kimchi Workshop Registration Come learn the process of making your own kimchi through the wonders of fermentation. This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by UMaine Extension staff and volunteers will teach you […]

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