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Master Food Preserver applications available

Apply to be a Master Food Preserver Applications now available; due May 6th. Do you enjoy the art and science of food preservation? Would you like to develop expertise in food preservation? Consider becoming a Master Food Preserver.

Preserving the Harvest: Jam and Jelly Basics

UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

Wednesday, May 25, 2022 Ever wonder how to make your own homemade jams and jellies? University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basics of making local fruit jam and jelly, including how to use a boiling water bath canner to preserve jam. Learn from the experts. We will provide […]

$20

Master Food Preserver Applications Available

Do you enjoy the art and science of food preservation? Would you like to develop expertise in food preservation? Consider becoming a Master Food Preserver. Master Food Preserver applications for the 2023 training are available on March 1, 2023. To be considered for the Master Food Preserver program you must fill out an application and […]

Master Food Preserver Volunteer Applications Due!

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

Master Food Preserver Program Do you enjoy the art and science of food preservation? Would you like to develop expertise in food preservation? Consider becoming a Master Food Preserver. Applications are due Friday, May 5th by 4:30 p.m. Apply now for the 2023 Master Food Preserver training!

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.

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