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SUMMARY:Dining with Diabetes Down East
DESCRIPTION:A Program for People with Diabetes and Their Families\nOctober 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25\, 2018\nThis program is free and open to anyone with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes\, and their family members and caregivers. Participants will meet once a week for four weeks. You will learn how to select and prepare foods that help to control blood sugar\, cholesterol and blood pressure. There will be an opportunity to taste a variety of main dishes\, side dishes\, and desserts. \nRegistration for this class will take place through the Pleasant Point Health Center: 207.853.0644. \nClass size is limited to 20. Those who call after the program is full will be placed on a waiting list. \nFor more information\, to register or request a disability accommodation\, call Gloria Lewey-Cleaves at 207.853.5023 by October 2.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/dining-with-diabetes-down-east/
LOCATION:Pleasant Point Health Center\, PO Box 351\, 11 Back Road\, Perry\, ME\, 04667\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181105T160000
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SUMMARY:Farming for a Living Down East (So\, You Want to Farm in Maine?)
DESCRIPTION:So\, You Want to Farm in Maine\nA short course for individuals who want a profitable Farm operation.\nDates: 4 afternoons\, November 5\, 8\, 13\, and 15\, 2018.\nTime: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nLocation: UMaine Extension Washington County\, 28 Center St.\, Machias\, ME\nCost: $50 per person (includes 4 afternoon classes and textbook Starting Your Own Farm Business by Sarah Beth Aubrey) \nRegister Online\nThis multi-session course is designed for any farmer or beginning farmer who wants to start a profitable land-based business or expand a farm hobby into a profitable business. Participants will learn how to make your own enterprise budgets\, improve your record keeping\, hear from local agencies that have programs specific to farms\, and more. \nObjectives:\n\n­Participants will feel comfortable starting a land-based business.\n­Participants will understand the need for and have a framework for a business plan.\n­Participants will select and use a record keeping system.\n­Participants will understand how to use Cooperative Extension and other agencies as a resource for their land-based business.\n­Participants will understand the importance of and basics of marketing their products\, including customer surveys.\n\nOrganized by Lily Calderwood\, UMaine Wild Blueberry Specialist and Assistant Professor of Horticulture\, and Marjorie Peronto\, Extension Educator\, UMaine Extension\, with 12 guest speakers. \nThis course is approved for Farm Service Agency (FSA) Borrower Training**. \nFor more information\, call 207.781.6099 or email marjorie.peronto@maine.edu. \nIf you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in these programs\, please call Lynne Hazelton at 207.781-6099 or 1.800.287.1471 (in Maine) to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request\, however all requests will be considered.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/farming-for-a-living-down-east/
LOCATION:UMaine Extension Washington County\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension Washington County":MAILTO:extension.washington@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20180913T195613Z
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SUMMARY:Recipe to Market: Is it for Me?
DESCRIPTION:A free half-day introductory workshop that will explore what’s involved in starting a specialty food business.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/recipe-to-market-is-it-for-me/
LOCATION:UMaine Extension Washington County\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tara Wood":MAILTO:tara.wood@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T123000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
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SUMMARY:Sheep 101 Class
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is designed for new sheep farmers and others wanting to learn more about sheep breed selection\, husbandry\, health\, nutrition\, reproduction\, housing\, and handling. Extension assistant professor and state livestock specialist Colt Knight will also provide insight on the lamb market in the U.S. The workshop concludes with a freshly prepared leg of lamb lunch and carving demonstration.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/sheep-101-class/
LOCATION:UMaine Extension Washington County\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20181128T190324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T190324Z
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SUMMARY:Family Code Night at Porter Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:Family Code Night is a free\, fun family event at which youth and their parents do their first hour of coding\, together. The event will feature an introduction to coding using Scratch and will introduce students and parents to the limitless possibilities and potential that comes with a career in the computer science field. To learn more about Family Code Night\, visit www.familycodenight.org. \n\nDecember 4\, 2018\nPorter Memorial Library\n92 Court Street\, Machias\n3:30-5:00 p.m. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required. Please call 255.3345 to register.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/family-code-night-at-porter-memorial-library/
LOCATION:Porter Memorial Library\, 92 Court Street\, Machias\, Maine\, 04654
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T193000
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CREATED:20181130T191151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T191856Z
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SUMMARY:Family Code Night at Fort O'Brien
DESCRIPTION:Family Code Night is a free\, fun family event at which youth and their parents do their first hour of coding\, together. The event will feature an introduction to coding using Scratch and will introduce students and parents to the limitless possibilities and potential that comes with a career in the computer science field. To learn more about Family Code Night\, visit www.familycodenight.org. \n\nDecember 5\, 2018\nFort O’Brien School\nMachiasport\n6:00 – 7:30 p.m. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required. Please call 255.3345 to register.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/family-code-night-at-fort-obrien/
LOCATION:Fort O’Brien School\, Machiasport\, ME\, 04655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20181130T185002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T191742Z
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SUMMARY:Family Code Night at Lubec Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:Family Code Night is a free\, fun family event at which youth and their parents do their first hour of coding\, together. The event will feature an introduction to coding using Scratch and will introduce students and parents to the limitless possibilities and potential that comes with a career in the computer science field. To learn more about Family Code Night\, visit www.familycodenight.org. \n\nDecember 12\, 2018\nLubec Memorial Library\n55 N. Water Street\, Lubec\n4:00-5:30 p.m. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required. Please call 255.3345 to register.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/family-code-night-at-lubec-memorial-library/
LOCATION:Lubec Memorial Library\, 55 North Water Street\, Lubec\, ME\, 04652\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190214T153711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T154644Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Vacation Week SPIN Club
DESCRIPTION:All youth are invited to attend 4-H Vacation Week SPIN Club from 11:00 a.m. to Noon during February and April school vacation weeks at the Porter Memorial Library! \nThe February session includes: \nTuesday\, February 19th– Bee Friendly with Jane Bell of Tide Mill Farms \nWednesday\, February 20– Worm Composting with Sandy Copel Parsons\, 4-H Community Education Assistant \nFriday\, February 22– Eco-Bots with Steve Copel Parsons\, Porter Memorial Library Children’s Librarian \nInformation about April vacation week will be available at a later date.\n\nPlease call Tara Wood at 207.255.3345 to register!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-vacation-week-spin-club/
LOCATION:Porter Memorial Library\, Court Street\, Machias\, Maine\, 04654
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190124T200718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190124T202002Z
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SUMMARY:Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Tournament
DESCRIPTION:4-H members will have the opportunity to present either a demonstration or an illustrated talk. In a 4-H demonstration\, the youth shows how to do something while telling how it’s done. In a 4-H illustrated talk\, the youth gives information about a subject and uses visuals to explain the subject. \nAll youth in the junior and senior divisions (ages 9 to 18 in 4-H years) participating in this tournament who receive an average score of 78 or higher\, are invited to compete at the Maine State 4-H Public Speaking Tournament to be held in Orono on April 6\, 2019. \nThe general public is invited to attend.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/washington-county-4-h-public-speaking-tournament/
LOCATION:University of Maine at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, 04654\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension Washington County":MAILTO:extension.washington@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T153818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T154804Z
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SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemaker Meeting-Emergency Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Emergency Preparedness lecture will be presented by Lynn Dwelley of  Washington County Emergency Management. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemaker-meeting-emergency-preparedness/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, Whitneyville\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T200000
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CREATED:20190221T162006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T162006Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Beekeeping Course\, Calais
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, March 14 – April 18\, 2019 (snow date- April 25) \nOnline Registration\nLearn all the basics\, from hive construction to honey bee behavior and honey production\, with our expert instructor. \nResource (included in course fee):  Storey’s Guide To Keeping Honey Bees\, 2nd Edition\, by Malcolm T. Stanford & Richard E. Bonney \nThe course is limited to 25 participants. \nQuestions about the course may be addressed to Andrew Dewey at email andrew@beeberrywoods.com or call 207.266.7294 \nTentative Schedule\nClass 1 – Overview or summary of the entire course \nClass 2 – Chapters 1-4\, Beginning Beekeeping\, Origin and History of Beekeeping\, A Bee’s Life & Choosing Hive Location \nApiary Session # 1- Lighting Smokers\, Demeanor around the Apiary \nClass 3 – Quiz # 1 \nChapters 5 & 6\, Getting Equipped\, Enter the Bees \nClass 4 – Chapter 7\, Managing Honey Bee Colonies \nApiary Session # 2 Opening & inspecting colonies\, identifying open & capped brood\, identifying stored honey & pollen\, identifying workers & drones\, semi serious look for the queen \nClass 5 – Quiz # 2 \nChapters 8 & 9\, Taking the Crop\, Pollination also prep for State Apiarist Presentation – Varroa life cycle \nClass 6 – Chapter 10\, Diseases & Pests of the Honey Bee taught by the State Apiarist \nApiary Session #3\, Different Hive types\, determining when boxes get added\, mite sampling\, winter prep
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/beginner-beekeeping-course-calais/
LOCATION:Washington County Community College\, 1 College Drive\, Calais\, ME\, 04619\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T152115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190208T204720Z
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SUMMARY:Washington County 4-H Robotics and Engineering Expo
DESCRIPTION:The 4-H Robotics and Engineering Expo offers youth teams a chance to meet other youth from Washington County who have a passion for science. While showcasing their project and STEM skills\, youth practice and improve public speaking skills as they make presentations to adult and teen judges. Workshops presented by professors from the University of Maine at Machias help participants take a closer look at a subject of their choosing. \nFor more information and online registration click here! \nFor more information\, please contact Jen Lobley at 207.255.3345 or jennifer.lobley@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/washington-county-4-h-robotics-and-engineering-expo/
LOCATION:University of Maine at Machias\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, 04654\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T154224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T155009Z
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SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemaker Meeting- Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Nutrition lecture will be presented by Alan Majka of University of Maine Cooperative Extension. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemaker-meeting-nutrition/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, Whitneyville\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T154354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T154946Z
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SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemaker Meeting- Wool Creations
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Wool Creations lecture will be presented by Rhonda Craven. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemaker-meeting-wool-creations/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, Whitneyville\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190328T134522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T134757Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Sale and Open House at Hancock County UMaine Extension Office
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the UMaine Extension office in Ellsworth for our spring plant sale featuring hundreds of your favorite perennials varieties\, including Maine Natives.  The plant sale\, sponsored by UMaine Extension Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteers\, will include an Open House with free workshops:   9:00 am  Gardening for Biodiversity– Reeser Manley\, Horticulturist and Author\, 10:00 am Bonsai Techniques– Greg Mekras\, Master Gardener Volunteer\, and 10:30 am   How to Build Watering Spaces for Birds and Insects– Tom McIntyre\, Master Gardener Volunteer. \nThere will be a children’s activity area\, as well as the “Ask a Master Gardener” table.  Rain or Shine!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/plant-sale-and-open-house-at-hancock-county-umaine-extension-office/
LOCATION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension – Hancock County\, 63 Broggy Brook Road\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home and Garden,Master Gardener
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190603T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190425T124913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T131724Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Identification/Behavior and IPM
DESCRIPTION:We will hear about the Passamaquoddy’s approach to pollination in their wild blueberry fields. Frank Drummond (UMaine) will help the group identify the pollinator species present and the amount of pollination occurring. Jeremy Markuson (NRCS/Xerces) will explain their new NRCS IPM practice and Lily Calderwood (UMaine) will share tactics to reduce pesticide risk to bees through weed and habitat management. Seanna Annis will talk about mummy berry disease and its connection to pollination. \nPesticide Credits: 1
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/pollinator-identification-behavior-and-ipm/
LOCATION:Passamaquoddy Wild\, 20 Harrington Road/ Rt 1A\, Columbia Falls\, ME\, 04623\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lily Calderwood":MAILTO:lily.calderwood@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T154515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T154731Z
UID:10001478-1560333600-1560340800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemakers Field Trip to Down East Institute
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemakers-field-trip-to-down-east-institute/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190425T130902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T131815Z
UID:10001492-1560790800-1560798000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Sprayer Calibration and Disease IPM
DESCRIPTION:UMaine Extension and Blueberry Hill Farm staff including Caragh Fitzgerald\, Lily Calderwood\, and Josh Stubbs will walk the group through proper sprayer calibration and demonstration. Then Seanna Annis will talk about Disease IPM as time allows. This workshop is applicable to both organic and conventional growers of fruit and vegetables. \nPesticide Credits: 2
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/sprayer-calibration-and-disease-ipm/
LOCATION:Blueberry Hill Farm\, 1643 US-1\, Jonesboro\, ME\, 04648\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lily Calderwood":MAILTO:lily.calderwood@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T150000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190425T131148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T131504Z
UID:10001506-1563357600-1563375600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Annual Blueberry Hill Farm Field Day (organic and conventional)
DESCRIPTION:In the morning\, we will take a rain or shine field tour of the farm stopping to highlight current research projects. Lunch will be provided. In the afternoon\, there will be two or three topic specific breakout sessions to choose from. \nPesticide credits: TBD \n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/annual-blueberry-hill-farm-field-day-organic-and-conventional/
LOCATION:Blueberry Hill Farm\, 1643 US-1\, Jonesboro\, ME\, 04648\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lily Calderwood":MAILTO:lily.calderwood@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190521T191721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T143707Z
UID:10001723-1563976800-1563980400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Summer of Science at Princeton Library
DESCRIPTION:What is 4-H Summer of Science? It is a series of weekly STEM activities for kids! This year\, kids will be acting as pirates seeking hidden treasure. The kids will have to use the Engineer Design Process and learn about the science of ocean waters to confront real world challenges to navigate their pirate ship. \nSchedule:\nJune 26th: Clean Oceans- learn about pollution and ways to clean up polluted waters\nJuly 3rd: Oceans Deep (and Shallow)- learn layers of the ocean\nJuly 10th: Boat Afloat!- learn what floats in fresh and saltwater\nJuly 17th: The Warning Shot- protect the pirate ship with catapults\nJuly 24th: Abandon Ship!- construct rocket and spring to safety to an island\nJuly 31st: Island Life-Light It Up- light up the island cave by using wire\, battery and bulb\nQuestions? Please contact:\nSandy Copel-Parsons\, 207-255-3345\, sandra.copelparsons@maine.edu
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-summer-of-science-at-princeton-library/2019-07-24/
LOCATION:Princeton Library\, 40 Main Street\, Princeton\, ME\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T163000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190521T190236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T143613Z
UID:10001507-1564068600-1564072200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Summer of Science at Porter Memorial Library in Machias
DESCRIPTION:What is 4-H Summer of Science? It is a series of weekly STEM activities for kids! This year\, kids will be acting as pirates seeking hidden treasure. The kids will have to use the Engineer Design Process and learn about the science of ocean waters to confront real world challenges to navigate their pirate ship. \nSchedule:\nJune 27th: Clean Oceans- learn about pollution and ways to clean up polluted waters\nJuly 11th: Oceans Deep (and Shallow)- learn layers of the ocean\nJuly 18th: Boat Afloat!- learn what floats in fresh and saltwater\nJuly 25th: The Warning Shot- protect the pirate ship with catapults\nAugust 1st: Island Life-Light It Up- light up the island cave by using wire\, battery and bulb \nQuestions? Please contact:\nSandy Copel-Parsons\, 207-255-3345\, sandra.copelparsons@maine.edu
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-summer-of-science-at-porter-memorial-library-in-machias/2019-07-25/
LOCATION:Porter Memorial Library\, Court Street\, Machias\, Maine\, 04654
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190521T191721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T143707Z
UID:10001724-1564581600-1564585200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Summer of Science at Princeton Library
DESCRIPTION:What is 4-H Summer of Science? It is a series of weekly STEM activities for kids! This year\, kids will be acting as pirates seeking hidden treasure. The kids will have to use the Engineer Design Process and learn about the science of ocean waters to confront real world challenges to navigate their pirate ship. \nSchedule:\nJune 26th: Clean Oceans- learn about pollution and ways to clean up polluted waters\nJuly 3rd: Oceans Deep (and Shallow)- learn layers of the ocean\nJuly 10th: Boat Afloat!- learn what floats in fresh and saltwater\nJuly 17th: The Warning Shot- protect the pirate ship with catapults\nJuly 24th: Abandon Ship!- construct rocket and spring to safety to an island\nJuly 31st: Island Life-Light It Up- light up the island cave by using wire\, battery and bulb\nQuestions? Please contact:\nSandy Copel-Parsons\, 207-255-3345\, sandra.copelparsons@maine.edu
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-summer-of-science-at-princeton-library/2019-07-31/
LOCATION:Princeton Library\, 40 Main Street\, Princeton\, ME\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T163000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190521T190236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T143613Z
UID:10001508-1564673400-1564677000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Summer of Science at Porter Memorial Library in Machias
DESCRIPTION:What is 4-H Summer of Science? It is a series of weekly STEM activities for kids! This year\, kids will be acting as pirates seeking hidden treasure. The kids will have to use the Engineer Design Process and learn about the science of ocean waters to confront real world challenges to navigate their pirate ship. \nSchedule:\nJune 27th: Clean Oceans- learn about pollution and ways to clean up polluted waters\nJuly 11th: Oceans Deep (and Shallow)- learn layers of the ocean\nJuly 18th: Boat Afloat!- learn what floats in fresh and saltwater\nJuly 25th: The Warning Shot- protect the pirate ship with catapults\nAugust 1st: Island Life-Light It Up- light up the island cave by using wire\, battery and bulb \nQuestions? Please contact:\nSandy Copel-Parsons\, 207-255-3345\, sandra.copelparsons@maine.edu
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-summer-of-science-at-porter-memorial-library-in-machias/2019-08-01/
LOCATION:Porter Memorial Library\, Court Street\, Machias\, Maine\, 04654
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190730T140524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T140606Z
UID:10001727-1565694000-1565701200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Swine 101 Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Colt Knight\, UMaine Extension assistant professor and state livestock specialist\, will talk about breed selection\, reproductive information\, nutrition\, fencing\, housing and meat yield. A smoked pork meal will be provided.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/swine-101/
LOCATION:UMaine Extension Washington County\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T154711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T154711Z
UID:10001480-1568196000-1568203200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemakers Field Trip- Washington County Court House Tour
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nThe tour of the court house will be given by County Manager Betsy Fitzgerald. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemakers-field-trip-washington-county-court-house-tour/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190822T180832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190918T134746Z
UID:10001730-1569430800-1569438000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Cooking Matters for Parents in Machias
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Programs are free to income-eligible adults with children and who are eligible for programs such as SNAP\, WIC\, or HeadStart. \nCooking Matters offers hands-on lessons covering meal preparation\, grocery shopping\, food budgeting\, and nutrition. Participants practice basic food skills\, such as reading ingredient labels and making a healthy meal on a budget.  After each lesson\, class members take home a bag of groceries to recreate the recipes for their families. \nIn Cooking Matters for Parents you will learn to: \n\nPrepare and plan healthy meals\nUse proper knife techniques\nSave money at the grocery store\nKeep food safe to eat\nBe more active
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/cooking-matters-for-parents-in-machias/
LOCATION:UMaine Extension Washington County\, 116 O'Brien Avenue\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190808T122302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190822T184620Z
UID:10001728-1570114800-1570122000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Dining with Diabetes Downeast - Cherryfield
DESCRIPTION:A Program for People with Diabetes and Their Families \nThis free program complements medical care by teaching people with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes\, and their family members and caregivers what they can do to help control blood sugar\, blood pressure and cholesterol. UMaine Extension registered dietitian and nutritionist Alan Majka will provide presentations\, lead discussions and demonstrate preparation of nutritious recipes that participants can sample. \nParticipants will meet once a week for four weeks.  You will learn how to select and prepare foods that help to control blood sugar\, cholesterol and blood pressure.  There will be an opportunity to taste a variety of main dishes\, side dishes\, and desserts. \nClass size is limited to 20. \nFood and supplies for this program provided with generous support from Hannaford Supermarkets. \nIf you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please call Tara Wood at 207.255.3345 or 800.287.1542 (in Maine) to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request\, however all requests will be considered. \n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/dining-with-diabetes-downeast-cherryfield/
LOCATION:Maine Sea Coast Mission – Weald Bethel Community Center\, Weald Bethel Lane\, Cherryfield\, Maine\, 04622
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T155125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T155125Z
UID:10001482-1570615200-1570622400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemaker Meeting- Mexican Food
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Mexican Food lecture will be presented by Carol Flores. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemaker-meeting-mexican-food/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, Whitneyville\, ME\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191018T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191018T171500
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20191001T201708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T201708Z
UID:10001732-1571386500-1571418900@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training
DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend\nFruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety\, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule\, farm food safety best practices\, and co-management of natural resources and food safety. The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in § 112.22(c) that requires “At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration.” \nWhat to Expect at the PSA Grower Training Course\nThe trainers will spend approximately seven hours of instruction time covering content contained in these seven modules: \n\nIntroduction to Produce Safety\nWorker Health\, Hygiene\, and Training\nSoil Amendments\nWildlife\, Domesticated Animals\, and Land Use\nAgricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)\nPostharvest Handling and Sanitation\nHow to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan\n\nIn addition to learning about produce safety best practices\, key parts of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements are outlined within each module. There will be time for questions and discussion\, so participants should come prepared to share their experiences and produce safety questions. \nBenefits of Attending the Course\nThe course will provide a foundation of farm food safety best practices and co-management information\, FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements\, and details on how to develop a farm food safety plan. Individuals who participate in this course are expected to gain a basic understanding of: \n\nMicroorganisms relevant to produce safety and where they may be found on the farm\nHow to identify microbial risks\, practices that reduce risks\, and how to begin implementing produce safety practices on the farm\nParts of a farm food safety plan and how to begin writing one\nRequirements in the FSMA Produce Safety Rule and how to meet them.\n\nAfter attending the entire course\, participants will be eligible to receive a certificate from the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) that verifies they have completed the training course. To receive an AFDO certificate\, a participant must be present for the entire training and submit the appropriate paperwork to their trainer at the end of the course. \nFor more information about the training\, contact Robson Machado at robson.machado@maine.edu or 207.581.3144 \nFor registration or accommodation\, contact \n\nTheresa Tilton at theresa.tilton@maine.edu or 207.942.7396\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact the appropriate regional host listed above to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request\, however all requests will be considered.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/produce-safety-alliance-grower-training/
LOCATION:Bluebird Restaurant\, Main Street\, Machias\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T103320
CREATED:20190125T155241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T155740Z
UID:10001484-1573639200-1573646400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Machias Extension Homemaker Meeting- Thanksgiving Crafts for Long-Term Care Residents
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Maine Extension Homemakers is strengthening and extending adult education into the home and community. The goal of Maine Extension Homemakers is to develop leadership\, promote the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s educational programs in all parts of Maine\, and to support worthy community causes. \nMeetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted.  Meetings will be held at the Fellowship Hall in Whitneyville (207.255.8640) and will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nThanksgiving Crafts will be organized by Betty Duzen and Ruth Thurston. \nPlease contact Alan Majka\, 207.255.3345 or email alan. @maine.edu if you are interested in the Washington County Extension Homemakers.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/machias-extension-homemaker-meeting-thanksgiving-crafts/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, Whitneyville\, ME\, United States
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