University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting online informational sessions for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers. Participants can choose from several options, including 6–7 p.m. on October 15 or 3–4 p.m. on October 16. Additional dates and times can be found on the program webpage. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with […]
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The creativity and dedication of local 4-H youth were on full display this year as part of the annual Washington County 4-H Photography Contest. Open to all enrolled 4-H members, the contest encourages participants to develop communication and expressive arts skills through photography. This year’s entries captured everything from the quiet beauty of rural Maine […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer two online webinars in early October focused on growing native plants, one for aspiring nursery owners and another for home gardeners interested in seed propagation. The first session, “Passion, Patience & Product: Starting a Native Plant Nursery,” will be held Monday, October 6, from 6:00 to 7:15 p.m. […]
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Dates to Remember September 26: 4-H Science Fridays: Fall Phenology October: Conservation Careers 4-H Club begins October 3: 4-H Volunteer Huddle Training: Goal Setting and Planning for the Year October 15: State Youth Council Nominations Due October 15: Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Training October 16: Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Training October 24: 4-H […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will open registration this month for two comprehensive horticulture education programs designed for aspiring professionals and passionate home gardeners alike. The Maine Horticulture Apprentice Training is ideal for individuals looking to explore a new career path, enhance existing skills, or launch a business in horticulture. This program blends flexible, self-paced […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present its second fall gardening webinar, “The Late Season Garden: Reflections and Tasks,” from 6–7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23. Horticulture professional Jennifer Cappello-Ruggiero will lead the session, offering insights on the past growing season, what worked well, and what could be improved. The webinar will cover essential fall […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering an educational webinar on beef cattle health with Maine-based veterinarian Kelsey Hilton at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Beef Cattle Health and Preventive Veterinary Care will cover important considerations and recommendations on maintaining healthy, productive and resilient beef herds. Dr. Hilton will cover core herd health principles, including vaccination […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will kick off its Fall Gardening Webinar Series with “Growing Great Garlic” from 6–7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16. Led by Peyton Ginakes, vegetable production research associate, the webinar will explore everything home gardeners need to know to grow garlic successfully, from planting and seasonal care to harvesting and long-term […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension in partnership with the Maine Business School will offer Build a Better Business, a hands-on workshop for business owners and prospective entrepreneurs, on the following dates and at these locations: Tuesday, Sept. 16 – Cumberland County Extension, 75 Clearwater Drive, Falmouth Wednesday, Sept. 17 – Somerset County Extension, 7 County Drive, […]
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Dates to Remember August 15: 4-H Science Fridays: Blueberries August 15: Register Exhibits for “Sow Your Sparks” Washington County Fair August 15: Big E Ruby Morris 4-H Scholarship Deadline August 23 & 24: Washington County Fair September 26: 4-H Science Fridays: Fall Phenology October: Conservation Careers 4-H Club begins October 30: Project Records Due November […]
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