Classes & Workshops
Events
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The Natural Dye Garden Workshop
UMaine Extension Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth, ME, United StatesSaturday, September 19, 2026, 2–4 p.m. UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Road, Falmouth, Maine Cost: $50 (registration is required) Register Online Join fiber farmer, fiber artist, and natural dye grower Eileen Flanagan for a hands-on workshop exploring the colorful world of dye gardening. Growing plants for natural dyes is a rewarding way […]
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ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam – Falmouth
UMaine Extension Cumberland County | UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Ste. 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesTuesday, September 22, 2026, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Suite 104, Falmouth, ME Cost: $150 (registration is required) Register Here This 8-hour ServSafe® Course from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm helps prepare you for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam. The course covers these topics: The Importance of Food […]
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Vegetarian and Vegan Cooking Workshop, Lisbon Falls
UMaine Extension Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties Office 24 Main St., Lisbon Falls, ME, United StatesThursday, September 22, 2026, 5–7 p.m. UMaine Extension Androscoggin-Sagadahoc Counties Office 24 Main Street, Lisbon Falls, Maine Cost: $10 Register Online Looking to learn more about plant-based eating? Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will explore the basics of vegetarian and vegan diets and then dive into preparing and cooking with tofu and tempeh […]
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Canning 101 Demonstrations, Common Ground Fair
Common Ground Fairgrounds 294 Crosby Brook Rd., Unity, ME, United StatesSeptember 26 at 11-11:50 a.m. Common Ground Fair 294 Crosby Brook Road, Unity, Maine Cost: Free (no registration required) Presenter: Kate McCarty, University of Maine Cooperative Extension UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteers Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This food preservation demonstration will teach you the basic steps for canning […]
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Canning 101 Demonstrations, Common Ground Fair
Common Ground Fairgrounds 294 Crosby Brook Rd., Unity, ME, United StatesSeptember 27, 2:30-3:20 p.m. Common Ground Fair 294 Crosby Brook Road, Unity, Maine Cost: Free (no registration required) Presenter: Kate McCarty, University of Maine Cooperative Extension UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteers Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This food preservation demonstration will teach you the basic steps for canning and […]
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Tractor Safety for Beginners Workshop
Rogers Demonstration Farm 914 Bennoch Rd., Old Town, ME, United StatesMonday, September 28, 2026 2:30–6 p.m. Rogers Demonstration Farm 941 Bennoch Road, Old Town, Maine Cost: Free ($15 suggested donation) Register Online Designed specifically for new, hesitant, or aspiring operators, this University of Maine Cooperative Extension hands-on tractor workshop offers a supportive, low-pressure environment to build real confidence behind the wheel. We will practice key […]
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Maine Compost Team Presents: One-Day Farm Composting Workshop
Rainbow Valley Farm 3535 West River Road, Sidney, United StatesThursday, October 1, 2026 8:00 a.m.-4 p.m. Rainbow Valley Farm, 3535 West River Road, Sidney, Maine Cost: Free Snacks and lunch will be provided. Register Online The Maine Compost School is a nationally recognized composting program offered by the Maine Compost Team for 29 years. Join us for a streamlined, one-day on-farm workshop on composting […]
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Nature Journaling, UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farms
UMaine Extension Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth, ME, United StatesOctober 1, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farms 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth, ME 04105 Join artist and Master Gardener Volunteer, Deena Ball, for a creative, hands-on workshop exploring the art of nature journaling. Nature journaling is a practice of slowing down and observing the natural world more closely through writing, drawing, and other […]
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Managing Soil Compaction on Small Farms
UMaine Extension Demonstration Site: Hurricane Valley Farm 17 Schuster Road, Falmouth, United StatesThursday, October 1, 2026, 5 – 6:30 p.m. UMaine Extension Demonstration Site at Hurricane Valley Farm 17 Schuster Road, Falmouth, Maine Cost: Free (registration is required) Register Online Struggling with compacted soils? Interested in hand-scale approaches to improve soil health? Join us as we visit the UMaine Extension Demonstration Site at Hurricane Valley Farm to see […]
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ZSuite for 4-H Club Leaders
Online ME, United StatesFriday, October 2, 2026, Noon-12:30 p.m. Online Via Zoom It’s re-enrollment season! Join us for an opportunity to refresh your knowledge of ZSuite and learn helpful tips and tricks for using the platform as a 4-H club leader. We’ll review the re-enrollment process and explore tools and features available to help you manage your club. […]
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Small Ruminant Parasite Management Intensive – Skowhegan
UMaine Extension Somerset County Office 7 County Dr., Skowhegan, ME, United StatesSunday, October 4, 2026 9 a.m.–3 p.m. UMaine Extension Somerset County Office 7 County Drive, Skowhegan, Maine Cost: $45–$85, sliding scale Register Online Producers of small ruminants, including sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas, are invited to attend this workshop to learn about common parasites and strategies for managing them. Participants also will learn about the […]
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Preserving the Harvest – Skowhegan
Skowhegan Area High School 61 Academy Circle, Skowhegan, MEMonday, October 5, 2026 6–9 p.m. Skowhegan Area High School 61 Academy Circle, Skowhegan, Maine Cost: $25 Register Online Learn the basic steps for safely canning and freezing garden vegetables during Preserving the Harvest, a hands-on workshop led by Abbie Perry, a UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteer. Participants will learn recommended food preservation methods, […]
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Basics of Greenhouse Technology
Online ME, United StatesTuesday, October 6, 2026, 6–7:15 p.m. Virtual Presenters: Dr. Ankit Singh and Dr. Anna Wallingford Cost: Sliding scale ($0 - $15) Registration Required Register Here A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for growers and gardeners. This session will cover how greenhouse systems create controlled growing environments that can extend the season, improve […]
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Preserving the Harvest – Farmington
Mt. Blue Campus 139 Seamon Rdoad, Farmington, MEWednesday, October 7, 2026 6–9 p.m. Mt. Blue Campus 129 Seamon Road, Farmington, Maine Cost: $25 Register Online Learn the basics of food preservation during Preserving the Harvest, a hands-on workshop from University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Abigail Perry, a UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteer, will cover the basic steps of hot water bath […]
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ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam – Falmouth
UMaine Extension Cumberland County | UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Ste. 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesThursday, October 15, 2026, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Suite 104, Falmouth, ME Cost: $150 (registration is required) Register Here This 8-hour ServSafe® Course from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm helps prepare you for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam. The course covers these topics: The Importance of Food […]
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Native Plants for Pollinators: Planting and Maintenance Workshop, UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farms
UMaine Extension Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth, ME, United StatesOctober 17, 2026, 10:00–11:30 a.m. UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farms 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth, ME 04105 Join University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Wild Seed Project for a hands-on workshop focused on planting and maintaining native plants to support pollinators and other beneficial insects in your vegetable garden. You’ll learn how to incorporate native plants into […]
$20