Week of Events
Cooking for Crowds – Jan. 9, 2019
Wednesday, January 9, 2019 Snow Date: Thursday, January 10, 2019 Come join the University of Maine Staff and learn how to cook safely for large crowds. This workshop on Safe Food Handling is designed specifically for Volunteers. This class meets the Good Shepherd Food Bank food safety training requirements. Many organizations and community groups rely […]
Backyard Sugaring: Maple Syrup 101(CLASS FULL)
Join experienced sugarmakers for demonstrations and discussion on all aspects of making maple syrup - the sweetest gift of nature - in your own back yard! Join 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 […]
Growing Microgreens 101 (CLASS FULL)
Join us for a hands-on microgreen workshop! Microgreens are herb, flower, or vegetable greens grown densely in trays and harvested just after they’ve put on their first true leaves (about 1-3”). These tiny greens are packed with nutrients, color, and flavor, which is why they are popular among fine dining chefs as a garnish. They […]
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