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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190112T090000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Sugaring: Maple Syrup 101(CLASS FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced sugarmakers for demonstrations and discussion on all aspects of making maple syrup  –  the sweetest gift of nature  –  in your own back yard! \nJoin the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Southern Maine Maple Sugarmakers Association at this FREE event to learn about identifying and tapping trees\, collecting and boiling sap\, and filtering grading and canning syrup. \nRSVP required to attend\, to RSVP email extension.rlreception@maine.edu
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/backyard-sugaring-maple-syrup-101/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,All Events in Cumberland County
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Maine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.rlreception@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20181211T201414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T210248Z
UID:10000637-1547560800-1547571600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Respirator Fit Test at the Maine AG Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the UMaine Extension\, The Maine Board of Pesticide Control\, and the Maine Labor Group on Health to get your respirator training and fit test during the State of Maine Agricultural Trades Show. \nTime slots for fit tests are 30 mins long and will take place in the locker room starting at 2pm on Tuesday\, the 15th and Wednesday\, the 16th. (Only 4 people per time slot.) \nPrior to your appointment:  \n\nCall Lynne Hazelton at the UMaine Extension Cumberland County Office to register and sign up for a time slot for your test. Lynne Hazelton (207)781-6099 or lynne.b.hazelton@maine.edu. Lynne will then email you the online registration.\nComplete your medical evaluation and receive a written medical determination that you are physically able to use a respirator ASAP. This may require a follow-up medical examination if deemed necessary by the medical provider.\n\n\n\nMedical evaluations may be conducted with any licensed health care professional or through one of these online services. A few online options are listed here.\n\n3M Respirator Medical Evaluation-\nOSHA Medical Evaluation for Respirator Use\nDawson Compliance Online Respirator Medical Evaluation/ Clearance Test\n\n\n\n\n\nIf seeing you primary health care professional\, have them fill out this form.  http://washingtonconservationguild.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Physician-Approval-Form-OSHA_01_2016_FINAL1.pdf\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt your fit test appointment: \n\nBring your medical evaluation clearance form. You will not be fit-tested without it.\nBring the respirator that you use in the field. Each person should have his or her own respirator.\nIf the respirator you bring does not pass the fit test\, you may have to purchase a new respirator with a better fit.\nBeards cannot be worn with tight fitting facemasks. Please shave before coming to your fit test.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/respirator-fit-test/2019-01-15/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Dr\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2018/10/respirators-opt.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20181211T201414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T210248Z
UID:10000638-1547647200-1547658000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Respirator Fit Test at the Maine AG Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the UMaine Extension\, The Maine Board of Pesticide Control\, and the Maine Labor Group on Health to get your respirator training and fit test during the State of Maine Agricultural Trades Show. \nTime slots for fit tests are 30 mins long and will take place in the locker room starting at 2pm on Tuesday\, the 15th and Wednesday\, the 16th. (Only 4 people per time slot.) \nPrior to your appointment:  \n\nCall Lynne Hazelton at the UMaine Extension Cumberland County Office to register and sign up for a time slot for your test. Lynne Hazelton (207)781-6099 or lynne.b.hazelton@maine.edu. Lynne will then email you the online registration.\nComplete your medical evaluation and receive a written medical determination that you are physically able to use a respirator ASAP. This may require a follow-up medical examination if deemed necessary by the medical provider.\n\n\n\nMedical evaluations may be conducted with any licensed health care professional or through one of these online services. A few online options are listed here.\n\n3M Respirator Medical Evaluation-\nOSHA Medical Evaluation for Respirator Use\nDawson Compliance Online Respirator Medical Evaluation/ Clearance Test\n\n\n\n\n\nIf seeing you primary health care professional\, have them fill out this form.  http://washingtonconservationguild.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Physician-Approval-Form-OSHA_01_2016_FINAL1.pdf\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt your fit test appointment: \n\nBring your medical evaluation clearance form. You will not be fit-tested without it.\nBring the respirator that you use in the field. Each person should have his or her own respirator.\nIf the respirator you bring does not pass the fit test\, you may have to purchase a new respirator with a better fit.\nBeards cannot be worn with tight fitting facemasks. Please shave before coming to your fit test.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/respirator-fit-test/2019-01-16/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Dr\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T153000
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UID:10000674-1553067000-1553095800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Maine Greenhouse "Best Practices" Workshop
DESCRIPTION:O’Donal’s Nurseries\, Inc. is a wholesale and retail dealer of plants\, trees\, shrubs and perennials\, and offers landscaping design services. They have a garden center with sunroom. In 1960\, Royce and Selma O’Donal  purchased what had been known previously as the Jackson Nursery; a four-generation nursery that originated in 1850. Jeff O’Donal is the second generation owner of this thriving business. In 2018 they built a new geo-thermal greenhouse. Come learn how this family-owned business uses their own set of ‘best practices’ to grow their business\, ensure sustainable profitability\, produce healthy plants\, and safeguard the health of their employees. Tour their new geothermal greenhouse and learn what’s new in biocontrol and plant health. Whether you are a new grower looking to get started\, a more experienced grower looking to expand into new crops\, or just want to see what’s new\, this workshop is for you. Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/maine-greenhouse-best-practices-workshop/
LOCATION:O’Donal’s Nursery and Garden Center\, 6 County Rd\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Horticulture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190325T160000
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UID:10000675-1553502600-1553529600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Maine Vegetable and Fruit School
DESCRIPTION:Maine Vegetable and Fruit School is hosted by \n\nUniversity of Maine Cooperative Extension\nMaine Vegetable & Small Fruit Growers Association\n\nSpeakers\n\nSam Blackstone – Circle B Farms\, Caribou\nDr. David Handley – Vegetable and Small Fruit Specialist\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nMark Hutchinson – Extension Professor\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nDr. Mark Hutton – Associate Dean for Research\, UMaine College of Natural Sciences\, Forestry & Agriculture\, and Vegetable Specialist and Associate Professor of Vegetable Crops\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nTori Lee Jackson – Extension Educator and Associate Professor of Agriculture and Natural Resources\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nJason Lilley – Sustainable Agriculture Professional\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nErin Roche – Crop Insurance Education Program Manager\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nNicholas Rowley – Research Associate in Vegetable Production\, UMaine Cooperative Extension\nJulie Smith – Executive Director\, Maine Farm Bureau\nRonda Stone – Consumer Protection Inspector\, Maine Department of Agriculture\, Conservation and Forestry \nThank you to our sponsor\, Nourse Farms.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/maine-vegetable-and-fruit-school/
LOCATION:Seasons Event & Conference Center\, 155 Riverside Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Horticulture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190225T135221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190225T135240Z
UID:10000676-1553936400-1553947200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presenter/Educator Thomas Hoerth\, an Adjunct Instructor with Southern Maine Community College\, will lead the group in a fun\, hands-on workshop where he will demonstrate proper techniques for grafting fruit trees. Each participant will be given the tools and supplies they need to graft their own pear tree (to take home) and will develop the skills to graft fruit trees on their own.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/fruit-tree-grafting-workshop/
LOCATION:UMaine Extension Androscoggin & Sagadahoc\, 24 Main Street\, Lisbon Falls\, ME\, 04252\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Horticulture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2019/02/pear-pixabAY-3560106_1920.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190312T145607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T145904Z
UID:10000680-1554224400-1554231600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Intro to Soils for Farmers and Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:What type of soil are you working with? Join us to learn about identifying soil texture\, improving soil structure\, and practices for building soil health.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/intro-to-soils-for-farmers-and-gardeners/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2017/06/Soil-Photo-by-USDA.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190404T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190404T200000
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CREATED:20190307T153952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T153952Z
UID:10000677-1554397200-1554408000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Cooking for Crowds - Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers like you for a variety of food events for fundraising\, fellowship\, food pantries or other service to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the buffet table? Now there is a workshop on Safe Food Handling designed specifically for Volunteers. \nThis class meets the Good Shepherd Food Bank food safety training requirements.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/cfcspring2019/2019-04-04/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking for Crowds,Food Safety
ORGANIZER;CN="Marvin Tala":MAILTO:marvin.tala@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190307T153952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T153952Z
UID:10000678-1554728400-1554739200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Cooking for Crowds - Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers like you for a variety of food events for fundraising\, fellowship\, food pantries or other service to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the buffet table? Now there is a workshop on Safe Food Handling designed specifically for Volunteers. \nThis class meets the Good Shepherd Food Bank food safety training requirements.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/cfcspring2019/2019-04-08/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking for Crowds,Food Safety
ORGANIZER;CN="Marvin Tala":MAILTO:marvin.tala@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190214T150256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T150256Z
UID:10000673-1554904800-1554915600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Got Hayfields and Pastures?
DESCRIPTION:So\, you have hayfields and pastures that are in need of some attention?\nAre you feeding your animals good quality forages? Do you want to learn what makes a good haycrop? This 3 hour workshop is for you! \nJoin Rick Kersbergen and Gary Anderson\, from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension covering topics including: \n\nImproving pasture and hayfield yield and quality\nProduction basics for hay and baleage\nUnderstanding forage quality and using a forage analysis
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/got-hayfields-and-pastures/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2019/02/christian-hebell-31540-unsplash.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190313T162033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T162516Z
UID:10000683-1555522200-1555531200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Pickling Spring Vegetables - Portland
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s hands-on food preservation workshops will teach you the basics of pickling Spring Vegetables. Learn from the experts. We will provide fresh produce and canning jars. \nTo register call: 207.773.8331 to reserve your spot.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/pth041719/
LOCATION:Urban Farm Fermentory\, 200 Anderson St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190307T153952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T153952Z
UID:10000679-1556010000-1556020800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Cooking for Crowds - Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers like you for a variety of food events for fundraising\, fellowship\, food pantries or other service to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the buffet table? Now there is a workshop on Safe Food Handling designed specifically for Volunteers. \nThis class meets the Good Shepherd Food Bank food safety training requirements.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/cfcspring2019/2019-04-23/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking for Crowds,Food Safety
ORGANIZER;CN="Marvin Tala":MAILTO:marvin.tala@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190313T163026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T163026Z
UID:10000671-1556040600-1556047800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Fermented Foods: Let’s Make Kimchi
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s hands-on food preservation workshops will teach you the basics of making your own kimchi! Learn from the experts. We will provide fresh produce and canning jars. Workshops are taught by UMaine Extension staff and Master Food Preserver volunteers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/fermented-foods-lets-make-kimchi/
LOCATION:Scarborough High School\, 11 Municipal Dr\, Scarborough\, ME\, 04074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Adult Ed.":MAILTO:adulted@scarboroughschools.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190313T172355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T172451Z
UID:10000670-1556359200-1556366400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Preserving Rhubarb
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s hands-on food preservation workshops will teach you the basics of preserving rhubarb! Learn from the experts. We will provide fresh produce and canning jars. Workshops are taught by UMaine Extension staff and Master Food Preserver volunteers. \nCosts will be covered for those who pre-register\, $10 per participant for walk-ins on the day of the workshop. For more information contact the BPL at 207-647-2472.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/preserving-rhubarb/
LOCATION:Bridgton Public Library\, 1 Church St\, Bridgton\, ME\, 04009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190402T123225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T123225Z
UID:10000665-1556559000-1556566200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested\, but priority will be given to youth ages 14 to 16. This course is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/farm-tractor-safety-course/2019-04-29/
LOCATION:Gorham Public Works\, 80 Huston Road\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2016/11/remsberg_13080650496blog.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190402T123225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T123225Z
UID:10000666-1557163800-1557171000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested\, but priority will be given to youth ages 14 to 16. This course is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/farm-tractor-safety-course/2019-05-06/
LOCATION:Gorham Public Works\, 80 Huston Road\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2016/11/remsberg_13080650496blog.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190402T123225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T123225Z
UID:10000667-1557768600-1557775800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested\, but priority will be given to youth ages 14 to 16. This course is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/farm-tractor-safety-course/2019-05-13/
LOCATION:Gorham Public Works\, 80 Huston Road\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2016/11/remsberg_13080650496blog.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190402T123225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T123225Z
UID:10000668-1558373400-1558380600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested\, but priority will be given to youth ages 14 to 16. This course is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/farm-tractor-safety-course/2019-05-20/
LOCATION:Gorham Public Works\, 80 Huston Road\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/wp-content/uploads/sites/35/2016/11/remsberg_13080650496blog.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190402T123225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T123225Z
UID:10000669-1558774800-1558803600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Farm Tractor Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely\, how to identify hazards\, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested\, but priority will be given to youth ages 14 to 16. This course is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/farm-tractor-safety-course/2019-05-25/
LOCATION:Gorham Public Works\, 80 Huston Road\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T144500
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190528T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T134027Z
UID:10000646-1561034700-1561041900@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Basics Series**
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This food-preservation class will teach you the basic steps for canning\, freezing\, drying\, and fermenting. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food-preservation packet and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, as well as the latest and safest recipes and equipment to ensure safety. Classes will be a combination of presentation and hands-on activities. No class July 4. \nKate McCarty has been the Food Systems Professional at UMaine Extension since 2009\, after serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program. She has completed the Master Food Preserver program\, an intensive\, hands-on training in all aspects of home food preservation. She is also the author on two books about Portland’s food scene and the history of alcohol in Maine. \n**for OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) members ages 50+ \nWould you like to see a workshop in your area? Know of a great kitchen where we can host it? Request a workshop!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/food-preservation-basics-series/2019-06-20/
LOCATION:Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190424T132855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T133048Z
UID:10000644-1561483800-1561492800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Preserving Strawberry Jam
DESCRIPTION:Local Strawberries are finally here!  Make the most of the short season by learning the basics of canning and freezing with UMaine Cooperative Extension staff!  Learn recommended methods for preserving fruit using less sugar\, the latest and safest recipies\, how to ensure safety\, and how to check for properly sealed jars.  Start the summer with the best local flavors! Please bring a potholder with you. There is a $20 materials fee paid directly to instructor.  \nDate: June 25\, 2019\nTopic: Preserving Strawberry Jam\nLocation: Freeport Community Center\, 53 Depot Rd\, Freeport\, ME\nTime: 5:30-8:00 p.m.\nPrice: $30\nTo register: register online or call 207.865.6171
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/preserving-strawberry-jam/
LOCATION:Freeport Community Center\, 53 Depot Rd\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Freeport Adult Ed":MAILTO:parkk@rsu5.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T144500
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190528T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T134027Z
UID:10000647-1561639500-1561646700@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Basics Series**
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This food-preservation class will teach you the basic steps for canning\, freezing\, drying\, and fermenting. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food-preservation packet and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, as well as the latest and safest recipes and equipment to ensure safety. Classes will be a combination of presentation and hands-on activities. No class July 4. \nKate McCarty has been the Food Systems Professional at UMaine Extension since 2009\, after serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program. She has completed the Master Food Preserver program\, an intensive\, hands-on training in all aspects of home food preservation. She is also the author on two books about Portland’s food scene and the history of alcohol in Maine. \n**for OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) members ages 50+ \nWould you like to see a workshop in your area? Know of a great kitchen where we can host it? Request a workshop!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/food-preservation-basics-series/2019-06-27/
LOCATION:Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T144500
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190528T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T134027Z
UID:10000648-1562849100-1562856300@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Basics Series**
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This food-preservation class will teach you the basic steps for canning\, freezing\, drying\, and fermenting. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food-preservation packet and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, as well as the latest and safest recipes and equipment to ensure safety. Classes will be a combination of presentation and hands-on activities. No class July 4. \nKate McCarty has been the Food Systems Professional at UMaine Extension since 2009\, after serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program. She has completed the Master Food Preserver program\, an intensive\, hands-on training in all aspects of home food preservation. She is also the author on two books about Portland’s food scene and the history of alcohol in Maine. \n**for OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) members ages 50+ \nWould you like to see a workshop in your area? Know of a great kitchen where we can host it? Request a workshop!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/food-preservation-basics-series/2019-07-11/
LOCATION:Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190605T180838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190605T191101Z
UID:10000653-1563298200-1563307200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Pickling Basics - Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for pickling\, canning\, and freezing. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food preservation packet\, and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, the latest and safest recipes\, about equipment to insure safety and how to check for properly sealed jars. Participants may bring their own pressure canner dial gauge to class for a free accuracy test! Please bring a potholder with you to the workshop. \nFor more information and to register for a hands-on food preservation workshops\, visit the UMaine Extension Food & Health website. \nREFUND POLICY: No refunds or credits of any payment will be made for notification of withdrawal within 5 days of the start of the class. Prior to that time\, we will refund your registration fee minus a $5 service fee. Course and material fees will be refunded in full if a class is cancelled. \nIf you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please call Kate McCarty at 207.781.6099 or 1.800.287.1471 (in Maine) to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request\, however all requests will be considered.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/pickling-basics-falmouth-071619/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation,Food Safety
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T144500
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190528T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T134027Z
UID:10000649-1563453900-1563461100@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Basics Series**
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This food-preservation class will teach you the basic steps for canning\, freezing\, drying\, and fermenting. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food-preservation packet and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, as well as the latest and safest recipes and equipment to ensure safety. Classes will be a combination of presentation and hands-on activities. No class July 4. \nKate McCarty has been the Food Systems Professional at UMaine Extension since 2009\, after serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program. She has completed the Master Food Preserver program\, an intensive\, hands-on training in all aspects of home food preservation. She is also the author on two books about Portland’s food scene and the history of alcohol in Maine. \n**for OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) members ages 50+ \nWould you like to see a workshop in your area? Know of a great kitchen where we can host it? Request a workshop!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/food-preservation-basics-series/2019-07-18/
LOCATION:Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T144500
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190528T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T134027Z
UID:10000650-1564058700-1564065900@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Basics Series**
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This food-preservation class will teach you the basic steps for canning\, freezing\, drying\, and fermenting. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food-preservation packet and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, as well as the latest and safest recipes and equipment to ensure safety. Classes will be a combination of presentation and hands-on activities. No class July 4. \nKate McCarty has been the Food Systems Professional at UMaine Extension since 2009\, after serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program. She has completed the Master Food Preserver program\, an intensive\, hands-on training in all aspects of home food preservation. She is also the author on two books about Portland’s food scene and the history of alcohol in Maine. \n**for OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) members ages 50+ \nWould you like to see a workshop in your area? Know of a great kitchen where we can host it? Request a workshop!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/food-preservation-basics-series/2019-07-25/
LOCATION:Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T144500
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190528T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T134027Z
UID:10000651-1564663500-1564670700@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Preservation Basics Series**
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden fruits and vegetables? This food-preservation class will teach you the basic steps for canning\, freezing\, drying\, and fermenting. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food-preservation packet and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, as well as the latest and safest recipes and equipment to ensure safety. Classes will be a combination of presentation and hands-on activities. No class July 4. \nKate McCarty has been the Food Systems Professional at UMaine Extension since 2009\, after serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program. She has completed the Master Food Preserver program\, an intensive\, hands-on training in all aspects of home food preservation. She is also the author on two books about Portland’s food scene and the history of alcohol in Maine. \n**for OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) members ages 50+ \nWould you like to see a workshop in your area? Know of a great kitchen where we can host it? Request a workshop!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/food-preservation-basics-series/2019-08-01/
LOCATION:Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190717T220126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T183456Z
UID:10000660-1565285400-1565289000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Intro to Medicinal Herbs
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn the basics about medicinal herbs? \nJoin us in the Gathering Circle and Herb Garden at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm for a presentation by Marissa Caminiti\, Master Gardener Volunteer. Learn about best practices\, traditional uses\, proper techniques and preparation methods for medicinal herbs. Participants will receive recipes and information that they can easily start using at home. Herbal tea will be served. \nMaster Gardener Volunteer – Marissa Caminiti is a 2011 graduate of both the Master Gardener Volunteer program and the Holistic Health program at USM. She has studied herbs with a variety of herbalist teachers in Maine and abroad. When Marissa is not gardening or working with herbs\, she is usually found writing about them.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/intro-to-medicinal-herbs/
LOCATION:UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm\, 200 Presumpscot Point Rd\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pamela Hargest":MAILTO:pamela.hargest@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190813T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190605T181637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190610T153942Z
UID:10000656-1565717400-1565726400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Cheese Board Condiments - Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Impress your guests with homemade pickles and preserves on your next cheese board. From chutneys and jams to pickles and relishes\, we’ll sample and make two preserved products that pair well with cheese. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food preservation packet\, and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods\, the latest and safest recipes\, about equipment to insure safety and how to check for properly sealed jars. Participants may bring their own pressure canner dial gauge to class for a free accuracy test! Please bring a potholder with you to the workshop. \nFor more information and to register for a hands-on food preservation workshops\, visit the UMaine Extension Food & Health website. \nREFUND POLICY: No refunds or credits of any payment will be made for notification of withdrawal within 5 days of the start of the class. Prior to that time\, we will refund your registration fee minus a $5 service fee. Course and material fees will be refunded in full if a class is cancelled. \nIf you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please call Kate McCarty at 207.781.6099 or 1.800.287.1471 (in Maine) to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request\, however all requests will be considered.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/cheese-board-condiments-falmouth-081319/
LOCATION:UMaine Regional Learning Center\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Suite 104\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Preservation,Food Safety
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate McCarty":MAILTO:kate.mccarty@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190705
CREATED:20190808T125517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190808T160520Z
UID:10000497-1566464400-1566475200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Respirator Fit Test at Maine Farm Days in Clinton
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Maine Farm Days in Clinton on Thursday\, August 22nd to get your respirator fit test done.\nUnder the revised Worker Protection Standards\, anyone applying pesticides that require the use of a respirator must complete a respirator fit test annually. \nPrior to respirator fit testing\, each applicant must pass (and maintain a record of) a medical evaluation demonstrating they are physically fit enough to wear a respirator. \nPre-registration is required. Please contact Becky Gray at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension\, Cumberland 207.781.6099 or rebecca.gray@maine.edu for more information.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/cumberland/event/respirator-fit-test-at-maine-farm-days/
LOCATION:Maine Farm Days 2019\, Misty Meadows Farm; 308 Hill Rd.\, Clinton\, 04927\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Maine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County":MAILTO:extension.rlreception@maine.edu
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