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SUMMARY:Spring Farm and Garden Series: Vegetable Pest and Weed Management
DESCRIPTION:May 12\, 2026\n5:30-7:30 p.m.\nSomerset County Cooperative Extension Office\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine 04976\nOR Virtual: The Zoom link will be available after you register.\n Register Online \nPlease join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production topics suitable for the home gardener to the farmer. There will be a total of four sessions\, a mix of classroom lectures and discussion\, and refreshments will be provided. Register for one or all. Attend virtually or in person. \nIn this session\, learn about common vegetable insects\, diseases\, and weeds and integrated pest management tactics to control them. Maine Board of Pesticide Credits Pending. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650 Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622 julie.lajoie@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/spring-farm-and-garden-series-vegetable-pest-and-weed-management/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Rowley":MAILTO:nicholas.rowley@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T135723Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Farm and Garden Series: Season Extension
DESCRIPTION:April 14\, 2026\n5:30-7:30 p.m.\nSomerset County Cooperative Extension Office\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine 04976\nOR Virtual: The Zoom link will be available after you register.\n Register Online \nPlease join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production topics suitable for the home gardener to the farmer. There will be a total of four sessions\, a mix of classroom lectures and discussion\, and refreshments will be provided. Register for one or all. Attend virtually or in person. \nIn this session\, learn production techniques\, tips\, and technologies used to increase the growing season and provide fresh\, locally produced vegetables longer in Maine. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650 Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622 julie.lajoie@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/spring-farm-and-garden-series-season-extension/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Rowley":MAILTO:nicholas.rowley@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
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SUMMARY:Spring Farm and Garden Series: Tomato Production
DESCRIPTION:March 18\, 2026\n5:30-7:30 p.m.\nSomerset County Cooperative Extension Office\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine 04976\nOR Virtual: The Zoom link will be available after you register.\n Register Online \nPlease join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production\, with topics relevant to both home gardeners and farmers. The series includes four sessions featuring a mix of classroom-style lectures and group discussion. Refreshments will be provided. You may register for one session or all four\, and attendance is available either in person or virtually. \nLearn how to grow your best tomatoes yet. This session covers everything from seed starting through harvest\, including variety selection\, pruning techniques\, and identifying common tomato leaf diseases. Participants will also learn how to identify and manage common tomato pests. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650 Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622 julie.lajoie@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/spring-farm-and-garden-series-tomato-production/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Rowley":MAILTO:nicholas.rowley@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
CREATED:20260204T223441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T135634Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Farm and Garden Series: Composting 101
DESCRIPTION:February 18\, 2026\n5:30-7:30 p.m.\nSomerset County Cooperative Extension Office\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine 04976\nOR Virtual: The Zoom link will be available after you register.\n Register Online \nPlease join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production\, with topics relevant to everyone from home gardeners to farmers. The series includes four sessions featuring a mix of classroom-style lectures and group discussion. Refreshments will be provided. You may register for one session or all four\, and attendance is available either in person or virtually. \nThis session will cover the basics of building a compost pile and how compost can be used as a valuable soil amendment for vegetable production. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650 Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622 julie.lajoie@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/spring-farm-and-garden-series-composting/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Rowley":MAILTO:nicholas.rowley@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T100000
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SUMMARY:Apple Tree Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop\, led by apple tree enthusiast Joe Dembeck\, will cover methods and tools used to prune fruit trees in order to increase their viability and production. After a brief overview\, participants will get to test their skills pruning apple trees. \nDress in warm layers as we will be outdoors for the event. Participants are encouraged to bring their own pruning equipment as well as work gloves. Pole saws\, hand saws\, and loppers will be available for participants to try as well. \nRegistration by Wednesday\, Feb. 26 is required. \nTo register or for more information\, contact the District office at 207.474.8323 or email Jennifer Hebert at jhebert@maineconservationdistricts.com. \nThe cost is $10 per person\, payable by cash or check on the day of the event. \nPlease note\, enrollment will be limited to 24 individuals to ensure a safe and productive event for all participants.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/apple-tree-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Yankee Woodlot Demonstration Forest\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, Maine\, 04976
CATEGORIES:Somerset County
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SUMMARY:A Cabin Fever Reliever: Maple Sugaring Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Escape the winter blues and join us for a fun and educational maple workshop on Saturday\, February 15\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Tupper and Friends Maple\, located at 60 West Ridge Rd. in Cornville\, Maine. \nThis engaging event will feature Kathy Hopkins\, a retired statewide University of Maine Cooperative Extension Maple Educator\, who will teach the basics of maple syrup production—perfect for anyone interested in learning how to make syrup at home. \nWe’ll also hear from Chris Tupper\, owner of Tupper and Friends Maple\, as he shares his inspiring journey of turning a small maple syrup hobby into a successful local business. \nThis workshop is free to attend\, and donations to support the Somerset County Soil and Water Conservation District are greatly appreciated. \nPlease register to save your spot and let us know you’re coming. \nFMI and to Register \n\nCo-sponsored by the Somerset County Soil and Water Conservation District\, Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Maine Woodland Owners\, this event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others\, learn valuable skills\, and enjoy the sweet side of Maine’s heritage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/maple-sugaring-workshop/
LOCATION:Tupper & Friends Maple\, 60 West Ridge Road\, Cornville\, Maine\, 04976
CATEGORIES:Maple Syrup,Piscataquis County,Somerset County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T170000
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CREATED:20220831T141803Z
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SUMMARY:Topic TBD: Based on Participant Feedback Throughout the Series
DESCRIPTION:The sixth session of a six-part in-person learning series.\nRegistration: Coming Soon!\nSuggested Donation of $0-15.00\nPresented by:\n\nBrett Johnson\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Somerset County\nNick Rowley\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Franklin County\n\nFor more information about the series and to register for any one of the sessions\, visit the Fall in the Garden: Learning Series page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/final-session-fall-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Franklin County,Garden & Yard,Somerset County
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Collins":MAILTO:emily.collins3@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
CREATED:20220831T141331Z
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SUMMARY:A Plant Out of Place: Weeds in the Fall Garden
DESCRIPTION:The fifth session of a six-part in-person learning series.\nSuggested Donation of $0-15.00\nPresented by:\n\nBrett Johnson\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Somerset County\nNick Rowley\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Franklin County\n\nFor more information about the series and to register for any one of the sessions\, visit the Fall in the Garden: Learning Series page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/a-plant-out-of-place-weeds-in-the-fall-garden/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Franklin County,Garden & Yard,Somerset County
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Collins":MAILTO:emily.collins3@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
CREATED:20220831T141106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T142604Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing Next Year’s Garden this Fall
DESCRIPTION:The fourth session of a six-part in-person learning series.\nSuggested Donation of $0-15.00\nPresented by:\n\nBrett Johnson\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Somerset County\nNick Rowley\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Franklin County\n\nFor more information about the series and to register for any one of the sessions\, visit the Fall in the Garden: Learning Series page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/preparing-next-years-garden-this-fall/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Franklin County\, 138 Pleasant Street\, Suite #1\, Farmington\, ME\, 04938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Franklin County,Garden & Yard,Somerset County
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Collins":MAILTO:emily.collins3@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
CREATED:20220831T140525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T142524Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving: Variety Selection
DESCRIPTION:The third session of a six-part in-person learning series.\nSuggested Donation of $0-15.00\nPresented by:\n\nBrett Johnson\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Somerset County\nNick Rowley\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Franklin County\n\nFor more information about the series and to register for any one of the sessions\, visit the Fall in the Garden: Learning Series page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/seed-saving-variety-selection/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Franklin County,Garden & Yard,Somerset County
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Collins":MAILTO:emily.collins3@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
CREATED:20220830T132223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T133531Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled: Harvesting and Storing the Fall Crop
DESCRIPTION:The second session of a six-part in-person learning series.\nSuggested Donation of $0-15.00\nPresented by:\n\nBrett Johnson\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Somerset County\nNick Rowley\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Franklin County\n\nFor more information about the series and to register for any one of the sessions\, visit the Fall in the Garden: Learning Series page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/harvesting-and-storing-the-fall-crop/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Franklin County\, 138 Pleasant Street\, Suite #1\, Farmington\, ME\, 04938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Franklin County,Garden & Yard,Somerset County
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Collins":MAILTO:emily.collins3@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171822
CREATED:20220830T130945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T142421Z
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SUMMARY:Planting the Fall Garden
DESCRIPTION:The first session of a six-part in-person learning series.\nSuggested Donation of $0-15.00\nPresented by:\n\nBrett Johnson\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Somerset County\nNick Rowley\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional\, Franklin County\n\nFor more information about the series and to register for any one of the sessions\, visit the Fall in the Garden: Learning Series page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/somerset/event/planting-the-fall-garden/
LOCATION:Cooperative Extension in Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Franklin County,Garden & Yard,Somerset County
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Collins":MAILTO:emily.collins3@maine.edu
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