Cooperative Extension in Washington County

Machias, Maine — Share the taste of sweet corn, crisp green beans and juicy melon 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 […]

In 2014, fifty-five people participated in Dining with Diabetes Down East, a free four-week series that was presented by University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Calais, Machias, Eastport and Lubec. UMaine Extension will offer the series at Maine Sea Coast Mission, Ed Greaves Education Center, in Cherryfield, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays in throughout June. The […]

When Margaret McCollough graduates from the University of Maine at the institution’s 213th Commencement on May 9, her immediate family will hold nine degrees from the university. McCollough, who will earn a bachelor’s degree in sustainable agriculture, is the daughter of Catherine Elliott and Mark McCollough of Hampden, who met at UMaine in the 1980s. […]

Calais, Maine — The Washington County Extension Association (WCEA) honored several volunteers during its Annual Meeting on April 7 at the Wabanaki Culture Center in Calais. David O. Sivret of Calais was honored with the Norman W. Duzen Community Service Award for his volunteer efforts in the greater Calais area, especially with the Irene Chadbourne Ecumenical Food Pantry. Also honored were Robert French of Cutler, […]

Cherryfield, Maine — In 2014, fifty-five people participated in Dining with Diabetes Down East, a free four-week series that was presented by University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Calais, Machias, Eastport and Lubec. UMaine Extension will offer the series at Maine Sea Coast Mission, Ed Greaves Education Center, in Cherryfield, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays in […]

Machias, Maine — In 2014, fifty-five people participated in Dining with Diabetes Down East, a free four-week series that was presented by University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Calais, Machias, Eastport and Lubec. UMaine Extension will offer the next series at Indian Township Elder Meal Site, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, April 29, May 6, May […]

Machias, Maine — Thirty-two teams and 96 youth demonstrated their knowledge of robotics and public speaking at the 9th Annual 4-H Robotics Expo on March 28 at the University of Maine at Machias (UMM). The Expo, open to grades 4-8, began with teams practicing their public speaking skills as they shared their projects with judges and the general public. Youth were evaluated on […]

MACHIAS, Maine – University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering an introductory workshop on Friday, April 17, for people considering a small-scale food business. Recipe to Market: Is It for Me? will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, at the UMaine Extension office, 28 Center St., Machias. The workshop will introduce key components of starting a successful food business, including the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, […]

School Garden 101, a four-session course for K-12 school staff, will beheld at Cherryfield Elementary School, 85 School St., April 13, 15, 27 and 29, 3-5:30 p.m.The course is designed for teachers, aides, cooks, health coordinators and other staff who want to create a school garden and integrate it with classrooms and the cafeteria. Participants will learn basic gardening […]

Machias, Maine — The Senior Companion Program (SCP), sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension, recently celebrated 40 years of national volunteer service. The program has been active in Maine for 35 years.  SCP volunteers in Washington County received scarves embroidered with the SCP and UMaine Extension logos to mark the occasion. The Senior Companion Program is a […]