MACHIAS, Maine — The Washington County Extension Association (WCEA) seeks nominations for the 2020 Norman W. Duzen Volunteer Award, honoring a Washington County resident whose volunteerism has enhanced the lives of community members. Norman W. Duzen had a special place in his heart for the people of Washington County and donated many hours of his […]
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Machias, Maine—University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer a “4-H Information Night” on Jan. 30, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Porter Memorial Library, 92 Court Street, Machias. UMaine Extension 4-H staff will discuss club programming, camps, special interest groups and national trips. Extension 4-H youth development includes teaching youth leadership, citizenship and […]
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Dates to Remember January 14: 4-H Family Hour of Code, Porter Memorial Library, 3:30 p.m. January 15: Snow Date for 4-H Family Hour of Code January 18: 4-H Public Speaking Informational Session- UMaine Extension Office, Machias, 10 a.m. January 25: Snow date for Machias 4-H Public Speaking Informational Session January 29-February 26: 4-H Photography SPIN […]
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Machias, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering a special interest (SPIN) club for youth, ages 9 to 12, interested in learning basic photography skills. The club meets five Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., beginning Jan. 29, at Porter Memorial Library, 92 Court Street, Machias. Remaining dates are Feb. 5, 12, 19 […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H and the Porter Memorial Library will offer a free “4-H Family Hour of Code” session on Jan. 14, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., at the Porter Memorial Library, 92 Court Street, Machias. The snow date is Jan. 15. The event, designed for youth and their parents to learn their […]
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Machias, Maine—University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Washington County CAN Prevention Council will offer a free six-session nutrition education program to parents and guardians beginning Jan. 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the DownEast Recovery Support Center, 11 Free Street, Machias. Classes meet on Mondays through Feb. 24 with the exception of Jan. 20 and Feb. 17. Cooking Matters for Parents will focus on learning healthy, budget-friendly cooking tips and preparing […]
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Machias, Maine—University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the inaugural Downeast agriculture conference from 8:30 a.m.– 4:15 p.m., Jan. 18, at the Lee Pellon Center, 90 Main Street, Machias. The snow date is Jan. 25. Both land- and sea-based production topics are scheduled, including the future of Maine family blueberry farms, high tunnel production, seaweed […]
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UMaine Downeast Agriculture Conference Date: Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 8:30 am – 4:15 pm (Snow date is January 25). Location: Lee/Pellon Center, Machias Register here or by calling 207-581-3175 by January 12. Registration Fee: $0-$50 (Contribute what you can!) Contact: Mary Michaud mary.michaud@maine.edu 207-581-3175 Both land and sea based production will be included. The […]
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This position will provide educational leadership for 4-H Youth Development in Washington County and collaborate with the leadership staff at the UMaine 4-H Camp and Learning Center at Greenland Point. 4-H is a non-formal, experiential education program for youth, and adults working with those youth, to develop life skills necessary to be self-directing, productive and […]
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Dates to Remember December 25: Office Closed (Christmas) December 31: Final Deadline for Reenrollment Paperwork January 1: Office Closed (New Years Day) January 18: 4-H Public Speaking Workshop, 10 a.m. January 25: Snow date for 4-H Public Speaking Workshop February 6: 4-H Page Day 4-H Tech Changemakers Help Distribute Fresh Fruits and Vegetables On November 14th, the 4-H Tech […]
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