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UMaine Extension offers course on farm business management

Machias, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is holding a multisession course this fall for those who want to start a profitable farm or expand their farm hobby to a profitable business. Taught by UMaine Extension educators, “So You Want to Farm in Maine?” is scheduled for Nov. 5, 8, 13 and 15 at […]

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Recipe to Market workshop in Machias Nov. 7

Machias, Maine—University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Washington County will offer a half-day workshop for entrepreneurs considering, or already in, the food business. ‘Recipe to Market: Is it for Me?’ will be held Nov. 7, from 9 a.m.–noon, at the UMaine Extension office, 28 Center Street, Machias. Topics include the opportunities and challenges of being […]

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Volunteers to be honored by Washington County Extension Association

The Washington County Extension Association will hold its annual meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 18, beginning at 5 p.m. with a potluck supper at Washington County Community College, 1 College Drive, Calais. The program and awards ceremony begin at 6 p.m. Dana Hatton of Charlotte will receive the Norman W. Duzen Community Service Award for his volunteer efforts as fire chief, director of […]

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4-H in Washington County – August 2018

Volume 13, Issue 8 Print Version: 4-H Newsletter-Washington August 2018 (PDF) Dates to Remember August 30 – September 3– Blue Hill Fair September 1: Maine 4-H Foundation Photo Contest Deadline September 14: Washington County 4-H Photo Contest Deadline September 15: Eastern States Bus Trip October 6: Perry Harvest Fair Perry Harvest Fair Location: Perry, Maine, […]

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4-H News in Washington County – July 2018

Volume 13, Issue 7 PDF Print Version: 4-H Newsletter-Washington July 2018 Dates to Remember July 20-22: Maine 4-H Days at the Windsor Fair August 30-September 3: Blue Hill Fair September 1: Maine 4-H Foundation Photo Contest Deadline September 14: Washington County 4-H Photo Contest Deadline October 6: Perry Harvest Fair 4-H Dog Show in Princeton Thank you to Northwoods 4-H […]

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4-H News in Washington County – June 2018

Volume 13, Issue 6 Dates to Remember June 22- 23: 4-H Downeast Dog Show, Princeton June 30: Animal Approval Forms Due June 30: July 7– CWF July 4: Office Closed due to Independence Day Holiday July 20-22: Maine 4-H Days at the Windsor Fair September 1: Maine 4-H Foundation Photo Contest Deadline September 14: Washington County 4-H Photo Contest Deadline […]

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Maine 4-Hers team up with Microsoft to create ‘Tech Changemakers’

Machias, Maine — Five teen leaders from University of Maine Cooperative Extension Washington County 4-H are gearing up to have a big impact in the greater Machias area. With support from the National 4-H Council and Microsoft Philanthropies, 4-H Tech Changemakers are committed to bringing about positive change in their local communities by leveraging the power […]

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Share Tastes of Summer wit​h Maine Harvest for Hunger

Share the taste of sweet corn, crisp green beans, and  squash by participating in the Maine Harvest for Hunger Program, sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Participants receive free seeds to plant and, when the fruits and vegetables ripen, the produce is donated to local food pantries and neighbors in need. More information, including how to volunteer, is at […]

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4-H in Washington County – May 2018

Volume 13, Issue 5 Dates to Remember May 18-19: 4-H@UMaine June 1: Teen Science Café – Pleasant River Ambulance June 8-10: June Jamboree at the Blue Hill Fairgrounds, Save the Date June 10: Dog Fun Day, Princeton June 22- 23: 4-H Downeast Dog Show, Princeton June 30: Animal Approval Forms Due June 30: July 7: CWF July 20-22: Maine […]

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4-H in Washington County – April 2018

Volume 13, Issue 4 Dates to Remember April 11-22: Paper Clover Campaign at Tractor Supply Company in Calais Week of April 16: Vacation Week SPIN Club at Porter Memorial Library, Gardening Focus April 28: National 4-H Day of Service May 18-19: 4-H@UMaine June 8-10: June Jamboree at the Blue Hill Fairgrounds, Save the Date June 30- […]

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