Photo by Christina Lannan Join us for our annual Field Day and the Harvest Fun Run on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy garden demos, taste tests, and art in the garden. Visitors can explore over 30 themed plots, including the new Color Trail and our well-established Native Plant Collection. Learn […]
Story Time in the Garden with Miss Cindy from Old Town Public Library on Friday, September 6th from 10:00-11:00 am. Bring a blanket and a stuffed animal to get cozy […]
The 137th Piscataquis Valley Fair August 22nd-25th 2024 Piscataquis Valley Fair 2024 4-H Piscataquis Valley Fair Exhibit Rules (PDF) (WORD) 4-H Piscataquis Valley Fair Exhibit Registration Form (PDF) (WORD) Directions to the Piscataquis […]
Bangor State Fair: July 25 – 28 & August 1 – 3 Welcome back Beef, Dairy, Goat, Sheep, Old McDonald’s Farm, and the 4-H Exhibit Hall! 4-H’ers participate in fairs […]
Maine 4-H Days Maine 4-H Days will be July 19-21, 2024 at the Windsor Fairgrounds! We are looking forward to hosting 4-H families for an in-person overnight event with group […]
Fair Prep Workshop Excited to participate in the fair but not sure how to start? Join us on July 9 for an informal workshop that will walk you through how to enter […]
FREE Cumberland Fairgrounds (197 Blanchard Rd, Cumberland, ME 04021). Randy Shipley of Shipley Genetics is traveling to Maine to educate 4-H swine project members! All 4-H youth ages 9 and […]
This free Zoom webinar will feature two pressing ecological concerns impacting landscapes throughout our region: jumping worms and browntail moths. State Horticulturist Gary Fish will outline how jumping worms have […]
Japanese beetles, slugs, squash bugs, powdery mildew, blight, grubs . . . gardening joy can come hand-in-hand with gardening woes. This workshop will help you develop a non-chemical strategy for managing some of the common pests we encounter in Maine gardens. Presented by University of Maine Cooperative Extension Horticulturist, Kate Garland. Pre-registration required – $15/person […]
On April 8, 2024, parts of Maine will experience a total solar eclipse- and this won’t happen for another 20 years! A total solar eclipse happens when the moon lies exactly between the sun and the Earth, casting its shadow on a small patch of the Earth’s surface. Does the idea of a total solar eclipse […]
FREE University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H staff Sheila Norman and Trisha Smith will lead an Introduction to 4-H Public Speaking for youth 5 and up and interested adults. 4-H […]
Learn best practices for growing seedlings indoors. Participants will learn how to develop a personalized seed starting calendar based on Maine weather conditions and hear practical tips for the small-scale home gardener. A recording will be shared with anyone who pre-registers for this event. Pre-registration is required. Presented by Kate Garland, Horticulture Professional with the […]
The first meeting of the new 4-H club in Orrington will be held on June 8 at 6:00. The meeting will be at the soccer field behind the Orrington school. […]
Dates: 4-H Maple Sugaring will begin in February. Exact dates to be determined soon. Location: The meetings will be virtual/online with the members from Penobscot, Waldo, and Somerset Counties, followed […]
The registration is full. The August Maine 4-H Dog Clinic has been rescheduled to October 8, 2022, from 8 a.m. to noon. Where: University of Maine’s Witter Farm in Old Town, […]
The fall Tractor Supply Company (TSC) Paper Clover Campaign will run from Oct. 5 until Oct. 16. Tractor Supply proudly began their partnership with 4-H in 2010 and have since […]
Penobscot County 4-H'ers are invited to enter their exhibits in the 4-H Exhibit Hall at the 2022 Piscataquis Valley Fair. Exhibits can be dropped off at the fairgrounds on Tuesday, […]
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This 4-H Dog Clinic is hosted by the Maine 4-H State Dog Committee and will be focusing on the skills of Canine Good Citizenship on Saturday, August 13, 2022. For […]
Penobscot Livestock 4-H Showdown and Sale Where: Located at Casa Cattle Company: 145 Nokomis Road, Corinna, Maine When: Saturday, August 6th: Youth Livestock Auction starts at 2 pm, and Steer […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteers and 4-H staff, along with chef Rob Dumas, UMaine’s food science innovation coordinator, is pleased to announce a Farm to Table Summer […]
The Maine 4-H Foundation invites you to an Open House on the morning of July 22, 2022 at ten o'clock. Come and celebrate our wonderful donors, learn about our new […]
Penobscot Livestock 4-H Sheep Clinic When: Saturday July 9 from 10am -2 pm Where: Casa Cattle Company 145 Nokomis Rd Corinna Maine 04928 Who: Anyone who wants to learn more […]
After an incredibly successful 4-H Summer Learning Series over the past two years, Maine 4-H will once again offer virtual experiential learning workshops and clubs to youth ages 5-18 from […]
The Maine Youth Council has put together a Teen Conference which is coming up on June 24th from 9am-5:15pm at the Norlands Living History Museum in Livermore. This conference is […]
Come join Sheila and Emily at the Chickadee Classic Dog Show at the Cumberland Fairgrounds on Friday, June 24th. If you are interested in attending, please sign up with our […]
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
The National Youth Agri-Science and Healthy Living Summit applications are due December 15, 2021. Visit the website for more information on the Agri-Science and Healthy Living Summit.
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
Do you like wild animals, trees, and the environment? Are you thinking about pursuing a career in land stewardship or wildlife management? Then you might like the Wildlife Habitat Education […]
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a citizen science club for grades 4–8 meeting weekly 3:30–4:30 p.m. from May 5–June 9. This virtual 4-H citizen […]
Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a citizen science club for grades 4–8 meeting weekly 3:30–4:30 p.m. from May 5–June 9. This virtual 4-H citizen […]
Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a citizen science club for grades 4–8 meeting weekly 3:30–4:30 p.m. from May 5–June 9. This virtual 4-H citizen […]
The Penobscot 4-H Leader's Association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. This meeting is open to all 4-H leaders in Penobscot County.
Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a citizen science club for grades 4–8 meeting weekly 3:30–4:30 p.m. from May 5–June 9. This virtual 4-H citizen […]
Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a citizen science club for grades 4–8 meeting weekly 3:30–4:30 p.m. from May 5–June 9. This virtual 4-H citizen […]
The spring TSC Paper Clover Campaign will run from April 28 until May 9. Stop by one of the four TSC stores in our areas to see the displays. Mrs. […]
Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a citizen science club for grades 4–8 meeting weekly 3:30–4:30 p.m. from May 5–June 9. This virtual 4-H citizen […]
Come and discover your spark! Maine 4-H is a place to learn new skills, meet new friends, and uncover the possibilities available to you. This opportunity is open to all […]
The 2021 4-H Public Speaking Tournament will take place virtually over the weekend of April 16 – 18, 2021. In order to qualify for the State Public Speaking Tournament, youth […]
Partnering with the 4-H STEM Ambassadors through the University of Maine, the Orono Public Library is hosting a virtual four-week series on the Art of Math.
Partnering with the 4-H STEM Ambassadors through the University of Maine, the Orono Public Library is hosting a virtual four-week series on the Art of Math.
Partnering with the 4-H STEM Ambassadors through the University of Maine, the Orono Public Library is hosting a virtual four-week series on the Art of Math.
Partnering with the 4-H STEM Ambassadors through the University of Maine, the Orono Public Library is hosting a virtual four-week series on the Art of Math.
Come and discover your spark! Maine 4-H is a place to learn new skills, meet new friends, and uncover the possibilities available to you. This opportunity is open to all […]
Explore activities and practices that support youth mental health. West Virginia University’s Nila Cobb, a Healthy Living Specialist will join to share her expertise and guide the discussion. The workshop […]
The first day of the Outdoor Adventure SPIN Club is February 27, 2021. Visit the SPIN club's page for more information and to register.
Come and discover your spark! Maine 4-H is a place to learn new skills, meet new friends, and uncover the possibilities available to you. This opportunity is open to all Maine youth ages 5-13 and their families. Purpose: To provide new and potential members and their families a place to learn about 4-H, and to […]
This workshop will introduce less experienced 4-Hers to the world of public speaking in 4-H. The primary focus of this workshop will be how to do a demonstration including format, posters, and ideas. To register, visit the State Public Speaking page.
Are you a 4-Her with an interest in arts and crafts? Has staying at home inspired you to try a new artistic hobby? Penobscot & Piscataquis 4-H wants to see what you’ve been creating! Categories: • Fiber Arts (knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc.) • Fine Arts (drawing, painting) • Sculpture (clay, woodworking, welding) • Non-traditional materials […]
Ever wonder how to preserve all those great fruits and vegetables grown right here in Maine. Join us for an overview of current and tested safe practices of food preservation. We will review both water bath canners, pressure canners, food safe freezer containers and dehydrating methods. We will also demonstrate how to blanch produce safely. […]
Rhubarb is one of Maine's earliest crops ready for harvest. Join us for a demonstration on freezing this delicious and nutritious perennial. Learn about best practices for safe food preservation. We will also review other methods for preserving rhubarb as well as using it fresh. Recipes will be provided to participants. To register or FMI: https://www.bangorpubliclibrary.org/adult-programs/2020/6/19/rhubarb-use-amp-preservation Presented […]
Ever wonder how to preserve all those great fruits and vegetables grown right here in Maine Join us for an overview of current and tested safe practices of food preservation We will review water bath canners, pressure canners, freezing, food safe freezer containers as well as dehydrating methods. We will have lots of tips and tricks to […]
All Welcome! Refreshments at 9:30 am Meeting at 10:00 am May Meeting: May Basket Exchange Bring a creative container with plant related material to swap Purpose: To promote the study, value, and use of herbs as they relate to our daily life. Membership: Open to any person with an interest in knowledge of herbs. Dues: […]
All Welcome! Refreshments at 9:30 am Meeting at 10:00 am April Speaker: Sonia Cianchette, Owner: Through the Garden Gate Herb Talk & Herb Sale Purpose: To promote the study, value, and use of herbs as they relate to our daily life. Membership: Open to any person with an interest in knowledge of herbs. Dues: $15.00 […]
Growing in a Greenhouse scheduled for March 12 in Piscataquis and March 25th in Penobscot is now canceled. We ask for your patience as we begin to process refunds for participants. Thank you for your cooperation and please do not hesitate to reach out to Anette Moulton at anette.moulton@maine.edu or 207.564.3301 if you have any […]
A free hands-on workshop on succulents. Plant your own & bring it home. Succulents provided by the Urban Garden Center. Workshop presented by Lauren Tuell, UMaine Extension Master Gardener Volunteer.
Native plants offer very important food and shelter resources for wildlife, birds and beneficial insects. They play an especially important role in our ecosystem as more and more of our wild spaces are being developed. Learn how home landscapes can enhance biodiversity and gather some ideas for natives that will beautify and even address some […]
Native plants offer very important food and shelter resources for wildlife, birds and beneficial insects. They play an especially important role in our ecosystem as more and more of our wild spaces are being developed. Learn how home landscapes can enhance biodiversity and gather some ideas for natives that will beautify and even address some […]
All Welcome! Refreshments at 9:30 am Meeting at 10:00 am March Speaker: Marjorie Peronto, Extension Educator, Hancock County Pruning Woody Landscape Plants Purpose: To promote the study, value, and use of herbs as they relate to our daily life. Membership: Open to any person with an interest in knowledge of herbs. Dues: $15.00 annually We […]
Interest in hemp production has increased significantly with the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill. Hemp can be grown to produce grain, fiber, and medicinal products. There are specific rules and licensing requirements that affect the production of this crop in the State of Maine. At this conference, we will be discussing newly changed licensing […]
307 Maine Ave., Bangor, ME FMY: katherine.garland@maine.edu or Kate Garland 207.942.7396
Kate Garland, Horticulturist, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Presenting: A free hands-on workshop where participants will sow their own seeds to bring home and learn about best practices for starting vegetable and ornamental seedlings indoors. Open to everyone!
Do you ever cook for large groups? Do you cook for your church, a community group, or fundraiser? Learn how to cook safely! Led by Laurie Bowen of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, this 3 hour workshop on Safe Food Handling is designed specifically for Volunteers to learn how to cook safely for large […]
Do you ever cook for large groups? Do you cook for your church, a community group, or fundraiser? Learn how to cook safely! Led by Laurie Bowen of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, this 3 hour workshop on Safe Food Handling is designed specifically for Volunteers to learn how to cook safely for large […]
Join us at the Old Town Public library on Tuesday, February 11, at 5:30 p.m. for our first gardening workshop of the season. Presented by University of Maine Cooperative Extension Horticulturist, Kate Garland, this hands-on workshop will be a chance for home gardeners to review best practices for starting vegetable and ornamental seedlings indoors. Participants […]
307 Maine Ave., Bangor, ME FMY: katherine.garland@maine.edu or Kate Garland 207.942.7396
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is accepting applications for the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteers training in Penobscot and Somerset counties. Classes will meet weekly Feb. 25 through May 21, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m., primarily at the UMaine Extension Penobscot office, 307 Maine Avenue, Bangor. Classes resume for four weeks in September. Live video conference sites will […]
4-H Public Speaking Workshop What: 4-H Public Speaking Workshop When: Jan. 21, 2020 3:30 PM to 5:00PM Where: Penobscot County Cooperative Extension office. Why: To learn the basics of public speaking presentations and to build confidence that It can be done! Public speaking is a very important life skill! How: Contact the Extension office at […]
307 Maine Ave., Bangor, ME FMY: katherine.garland@maine.edu or Kate Garland 207.942.7396
University of Maine Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteers program will host a field day Sept. 7, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., at Rogers Farm demonstration garden, 914 Bennoch Road, Old Town. […]
Have you ever wondered optical illusions work? Want to find out how much you can learn from a zebrafish? Perhaps you'd like to make paper like a chemical engineer. What […]
Join us for our spring plant sale featuring hundreds of your favorite perennials varieties, including Maine Natives. The plant sale, sponsored by UMaine Extension Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteers, will […]
A day of fun and learning for all 4-H youth and leaders interested in a dog project. The fun dog day will be held on May 11th in the Chute […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a four–week course in able gardening starting April 10, noon – 2:30 p.m., at the UMaine Extension Penobscot County office, 307 Maine Avenue, […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a four–week course in able gardening starting April 10, noon – 2:30 p.m., at the UMaine Extension Penobscot County office, 307 Maine Avenue, […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a four–week course in able gardening starting April 10, noon – 2:30 p.m., at the UMaine Extension Penobscot County office, 307 Maine Avenue, […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a four–week course in able gardening starting April 10, noon – 2:30 p.m., at the UMaine Extension Penobscot County office, 307 Maine Avenue, […]
Thursdays, March 21 and 28, April 4 and 11, 2019 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Snow date: Thursday, April 18 This workshop is geared toward the backyard gardener as well […]
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 canning and freezing, including how […]
January 24, 2019 Come join UMaine Food Systems Laurie Bowen and learn how to cook safely for large crowds. This workshop on Safe Food Handling is designed specifically for Volunteers. Participants […]
Note: Grant funded – limited to Maine residents only. The course will provide a foundation of farm food safety best practices and co-management information, FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements, and details […]
This track is for experienced farmers who currently sell some wholesale and want to expand, and farmers who want to start selling to wholesale markets. Drawing on a panel of […]
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