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Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County

  • 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 […]

    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 […]

    $25
  • Growing Elderberries

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

    Join 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 […]

    $15
  • 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 […]

  • Growing a Cut Flower Garden

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

    Join 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 […]

    $20
  • Pollinator-Friendly Gardening

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

    Join 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 […]

    $15
  • Allium Pests and Diseases

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

    ***This event has been canceled.*** Join 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 how to identify and manage these issues is key to growing healthy, productive plants in the home garden that will […]

  • Harvesting and Arranging Garden Flowers

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

    Join 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 a steady supply of seasonal blooms while bringing color and beauty indoors. In this interactive class, you’ll learn techniques for harvesting flowers at the right […]

    $20

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