Week of Events
4-H Maker Mondays February 26, 2024
One Monday a month January through May, 4-H is offering themed hands-on activities for youth ages 5-10. Sessions will include crafts or sciences. An adult must be present for assistance for their 5-8 years-olds and are encouraged to provide assistance for all ages. Current 4-H enrollment is not necessary for participation in the Maker Series. […]
ServSafe® Course and Exam
University of Maine Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry, including non-profit organizations. UMaine Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book, 7th Edition Revised, and exam proctoring. Date: Tuesday, February 27th, 2024 (Snow Date: […]
Landscape for Life
Every home landscape has the potential to be more beautiful, help clean air and water, reduce flooding, and combat climate change. Yet conventional gardening practices too often work against nature, damaging the environment's ability to provide these natural benefits. Join us for this five-part series about creating a sustainable home landscape. Learn how to attract […]
Intro to Vegetable Gardening: From Seed to Harvest
Program Fee*: Sliding scale, $50-$100 Registration: Required, Register online Location: Various locations in Falmouth and Portland Join us for a five-part vegetable gardening series where you’ll learn the techniques to start your garden and build a community to support your success! Designed for beginning gardeners who enjoy learning in a group environment, the workshops will […]
Beginner Beekeeping Course
The Cumberland County Beginner Beekeeping Course will teach beginning beekeepers the basics of honey bee biology and beekeeping. The course is designed for those considering buying their first hives, those in their first year, and even those with a couple of years of experience who want to enhance their skills and knowledge. Learn evidence based […]
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