Classes & Workshops
Events
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Fermenting Vegetables, Sauerkraut, and Kimchi
Frinklepod Farm 254 Log Cabin Road, Arundel, ME, United StatesTuesday, September 15, 2026, 6:00–7:45 p.m. Frinklepod Farm 254 Log Cabin Road, Arundel, Maine 04046 Cost: $44.52 Register Online Come learn the process of making your own sauerkraut and kimchi through the wonders of fermentation. This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by UMaine Extension volunteers and staff will teach you the steps for fermenting vegetables. […]
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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
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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Managing Soil Compaction on Small Farms
UMaine Extension Demonstration Site: Hurricane Valley Farm 17 Schuster Road, Falmouth, United StatesWednesday, September 23, 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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Cooking for Crowds Workshop
UMaine Extension Cumberland County | UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Ste. 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesFriday, September 25, 2026, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. UMaine Extension at UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME Cost: $15 (registration is required) Register Online Why attend? There’s a lot to learn about safe food preparation and handling. If you don’t do it for a living, you may not be […]
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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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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: $50–$100, 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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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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Cooking for Crowds Workshop
UMaine Extension Cumberland County | UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Ste. 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesWednesday, October 14, 2026, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. UMaine Extension at UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME Cost: $15 (registration is required) Register Online Why attend? There’s a lot to learn about safe food preparation and handling. If you don’t do it for a living, you may not be […]
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ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam
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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Small Ruminant Parasite Management Intensive – Saco
The Ecology School 184 Simpson Road, Saco, United StatesSunday, October 18, 2026 9 a.m.–3 p.m. The Ecology School / Riverbend Farm 184 Simpson Rd, Saco, Maine Cost: $50–$100, 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 […]
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Cooking for Crowds Workshop
UMaine Extension Cumberland County | UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Ste. 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesThursday, October 29, 2026, 1 – 4 p.m. UMaine Extension at UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME Cost: $15 (registration is required) Register Online Why attend? There’s a lot to learn about safe food preparation and handling. If you don’t do it for a living, you may not be aware […]
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ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam
UMaine Extension Cumberland County | UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Dr., Ste. 104, Falmouth, ME, United StatesMonday, November 16, 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 […]
$150
