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SUMMARY:Backyard Sugaring: Maple Syrup 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced maple sugarmakers for demonstrations and discussion on all aspects of making maple syrup – the sweetest gift of nature – in your own back yard!\nJoin Frank Ferrucci from Maple Moon Farm\, Rich Morrill from Nash Valley Farm and UMaine Extension Sustainable Agriculture Professional Jason Lilley for this webinar to learn everything you need to know about making your own maple syrup\, including identifying and tapping trees\, collecting and boiling sap\, as well as filtering\, grading\, and canning syrup. \nInstructors: Frank Ferrucci\, Rich Morrill\, and Jason Lilley. \nSponsor: Southern Maine Maple Sugarmakers Association \n$5 suggested donation for this webinar \nRegister here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/backyard-sugaring-maple-syrup-101-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T140000
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SUMMARY:Gifts from the Kitchen Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join University of Maine Cooperative Extension food and nutrition staff for a 1-hour demonstration on making holiday gifts from the kitchen. We’ll demonstrate how to make several food gifts\, like baking mixes\, soup mixes\, and preserved products. Learn how to create gifts from scratch that everyone will enjoy! \nRegistration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event.  Register here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/gifts-from-the-kitchen-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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SUMMARY:Got Livestock\, Need Hay? Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar begins at 10:00 a.m. and will be repeated at 6:00 p.m. \nMany livestock and equine owners in Maine purchase all of their hay and forage needs for winter. While this year’s growing season started out well\, forage growth was reduced due to low rainfall in most of the state\, especially for second and third hay cuttings. \n“Got Livestock\, Need Hay?” features UMaine Extension professor Rick Kersbergen sharing information for livestock owners on assessing how much feed is needed and if enough is on hand\, and strategies if a shortage seems likely. Extension crop insurance education program manager Chris Howard will share information specific to livestock producers. \n  \nRegistration is required. Register here! Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/got-livestock-need-hay-webinar/2020-12-09/1/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201124T201312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T201740Z
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SUMMARY:Got Livestock\, Need Hay? Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar begins at 10:00 a.m. and will be repeated at 6:00 p.m. \nMany livestock and equine owners in Maine purchase all of their hay and forage needs for winter. While this year’s growing season started out well\, forage growth was reduced due to low rainfall in most of the state\, especially for second and third hay cuttings. \n“Got Livestock\, Need Hay?” features UMaine Extension professor Rick Kersbergen sharing information for livestock owners on assessing how much feed is needed and if enough is on hand\, and strategies if a shortage seems likely. Extension crop insurance education program manager Chris Howard will share information specific to livestock producers. \n  \nRegistration is required. Register here! Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/got-livestock-need-hay-webinar/2020-12-09/2/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210116
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2020-12-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132536Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2020-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201229T120000
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SUMMARY:4-H Tuesday Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Come join the fun and test your knowledge in a variety of topic areas\, including your knowledge of 4-H and our land-grant university\, the University of Maine! \nWhen? Every Tuesday in December! Register to play and each Tuesday at 12:00 noon you will get an email with your link to the week’s trivia game. The quiz will close at 11:59 pm that night. Each game will have questions about 4-H\, the University of Maine\, and one of these themes: Disney\, Winter\, Animals\, Star Wars\, and the State of Maine. \nWho Can Play? Any 4-H member\, family\, or volunteer can play. We will have four age categories: Cloverbuds (age 5-8)\, Juniors\, (9-12)\, Seniors (13-18)\, and Adults (4-H volunteers\, parents\, and 4-H staff) In addition\, you can invite your non-4-H friends to join the fun and play along too! \nDoes it cost anything? Nope\, it’s free! AND\, you can win prizes! \nDid you say prizes? Yes! Prizes include t-shirts\, 4-H swag\, gift cards\, and a 4-H Camp and Learning Center scholarship! Each week we will draw random winners. Top scores at the end of December in each age group will receive prizes. You can even receive an award for recruiting the most non-4-H friends to play! Each week youth play\, their name will go into a drawing that will take place at the end of the month for a partial 4-H Camp and Learning Center scholarship up to a $150 value. \nHow do I sign up? Click here and fill out the information on the form. Then\, each Tuesday in December\, watch your email for your link to your trivia game. Submit your answers. Speed and accuracy count. Check back on the webpage to follow the leader board and see who the weekly prize winners are.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-tuesday-trivia/2020-12-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201120T204233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T204233Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Gardening Series: Planning Your Vegetable Garden- Selecting the Right Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Program Description\nSelecting the right seeds is crucial to starting your garden off on the right foot.\nJoin MOFGA’s Crops and Conservation Specialist Caleb Goossen for this webinar to learn about everything you need to know before you order seeds for next year’s garden including variety selection\, disease-resistant\, how much to order\, and more! \nInstructor: Caleb Goossen\, MOFGA’s Organic Crop and Conservation Specialist \nCo-sponsor: The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA\, www.mofga.org)\, formed in 1971\, is the oldest and largest state organic organization in the country. The organization aims to educate about and advocate for organic agriculture\, illuminating its interdependence with a healthy environment\, local food production\, and thriving communities. \n  \nRegister here! 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/fall-gardening-series-planning-your-vegetable-garden-selecting-the-right-seeds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201029T134923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T135144Z
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SUMMARY:4-H For All Club
DESCRIPTION:Come and discover your spark! Maine 4-H is a place to learn new skills\, meet new friends\, and uncover the possibilities available to you. This opportunity is open to all Maine youth ages 5-19 and their families. \nPurpose: To provide new and potential members and their families a place to learn about 4-H\, and to connect youth across the state. \nHow: Meetings will be held on November 18th\, December 16th\, and January 20th from 6pm-7pm via zoom. The club will be led by various 4-H staff and guests. Register below! \nWhat’s in it for me? You will be connected to youth across the state. You will be able to choose a project to complete. You will learn about 4-H and learn how to become more involved. \nWhy: We would love to have you join and engage in our 4-H program. There is no cost in participating. Monthly meetings will help challenge you to create new goals and discover new passions. \nRegister here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-for-all-club/2020-12-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201204T201843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201204T201843Z
UID:10001943-1608145200-1608148800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Educational Update for the Agricultural Industry via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:A one-hour Zoom meeting will be held consisting of two half-hour presentations. The two topics are Weed Management (by John Jemison\, UMaine Cooperative Extension)\, and Potato Storage Management (by Steve Johnson\, UMaine Cooperative Extension). \nOne MBPC recertification credit has been approved for this meeting. In order to receive the MBPC credit\, a 15-question test will have to be passed with a score of at least 80%. Those signed up by noon of the day of the event will receive the link for the test before the presentation. Late signups would get it after the event. Only those that signed up for the presentation will be eligible for the MBPC credit. \nPreregistration is required.  Register here! The Zoom link and passcode will be sent to participants prior to the training. \n1 CCA credit has been approved for this meeting.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/educational-update-for-the-agricultural-industry-via-zoom/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210123
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2020-12-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132536Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2020-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210130
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
UID:10001769-1608854400-1611964799@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2020-12-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2020-12-25/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210206
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2021-01-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132536Z
UID:10001553-1609488000-1609520400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2021-01-01/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210213
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
UID:10001771-1610064000-1613174399@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2021-01-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132536Z
UID:10001554-1610092800-1610125200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2021-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201217T144658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T144658Z
UID:10001971-1610443800-1610451000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Making Money Moves: A Decision-Making Workshop for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 season was an unpredictable and disruptive one. As a result\, many growers are considering big transitions to their business models. This discussion-based series is designed to help established farmers think through those big decisions. \nJoin University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and other experienced farmers for this discussion-based\, 3-part workshop series. This series will be an opportunity to connect with and learn from fellow farmers. As a group\, we’ll work together to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement on your farm. We’ll use Holistic Management principles to help clarify your planning and decision-making process to maximize your return on investment\, and to get you closer to your farm goals. \nFarmer participants should have 5 or more years of experience running your farm and be prepared to reflect on your operation. What better gift for your farm partner\, and way to make the decisions that will impact the money moves of the future! \nParticipants will receive Zoom information after registration.  Register here! \nPlease contact Jason Lilley with questions about course content by phone 207.781.6099 or email jason.lilley@maine.eduhttps://extension.umaine.edu/register/product/making-money-moves/
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/making-money-moves-a-decision-making-workshop-for-farmers/2021-01-12/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20210105T132452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T132846Z
UID:10001999-1610560800-1610564400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Exciting New Vegetable Varieties for Home Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion of exciting new vegetable varieties for the home garden! After this talk\, you’ll look at your 2021 seed catalogs with a new appreciation of what some of the new varieties available can do for your garden (and how to choose!). \n$5 suggested donation for this webinar \nRegistration is required – Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for this event. \nRegister here by 4 p.m. on January 13\, 2021.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/exciting-new-vegetable-varieties-for-home-gardeners/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210220
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
UID:10001772-1610668800-1613779199@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2021-01-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132536Z
UID:10001555-1610697600-1610730000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2021-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201217T144658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T144658Z
UID:10001972-1611048600-1611055800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Making Money Moves: A Decision-Making Workshop for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 season was an unpredictable and disruptive one. As a result\, many growers are considering big transitions to their business models. This discussion-based series is designed to help established farmers think through those big decisions. \nJoin University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and other experienced farmers for this discussion-based\, 3-part workshop series. This series will be an opportunity to connect with and learn from fellow farmers. As a group\, we’ll work together to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement on your farm. We’ll use Holistic Management principles to help clarify your planning and decision-making process to maximize your return on investment\, and to get you closer to your farm goals. \nFarmer participants should have 5 or more years of experience running your farm and be prepared to reflect on your operation. What better gift for your farm partner\, and way to make the decisions that will impact the money moves of the future! \nParticipants will receive Zoom information after registration.  Register here! \nPlease contact Jason Lilley with questions about course content by phone 207.781.6099 or email jason.lilley@maine.eduhttps://extension.umaine.edu/register/product/making-money-moves/
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/making-money-moves-a-decision-making-workshop-for-farmers/2021-01-19/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201222T210044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T210044Z
UID:10001975-1611140400-1611147600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Marketing Red Meat in Maine
DESCRIPTION:Agenda\nMarketing Red Meat in Maine\, January 20\, 2021 \n\n11:00 AM: Livestock and Meat Sales Channels\, Donna Coffin\, UMaine Extension\n11:05 AM: How to Tell When Animals Are Ready for Market\, Dr. Colt Knight\, UMaine Extension\n11:20 AM: Maine Red Meat Inspection Program\, Dr. Jennifer Eberly\, MDACF State Veterinarian\n11:45 AM: Maine License to Sell Red Meat\, Michelle Newbegin\, MDACF Inspection Process Analyst Coordinator\n12:10 PM: Harvest and Processor Perspective\, Barry Higgins\, Maple Lane Farms\, Charleston\, Maine\n12:25 PM: Processing and Value-Added Meat Products\, Kelby Young\, Olde Haven Farm\, Chelsea\, Maine\n12:40 PM: Questions\n\n  \nRegister here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/marketing-red-meat-in-maine/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201029T134923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T135144Z
UID:10001463-1611165600-1611169200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H For All Club
DESCRIPTION:Come and discover your spark! Maine 4-H is a place to learn new skills\, meet new friends\, and uncover the possibilities available to you. This opportunity is open to all Maine youth ages 5-19 and their families. \nPurpose: To provide new and potential members and their families a place to learn about 4-H\, and to connect youth across the state. \nHow: Meetings will be held on November 18th\, December 16th\, and January 20th from 6pm-7pm via zoom. The club will be led by various 4-H staff and guests. Register below! \nWhat’s in it for me? You will be connected to youth across the state. You will be able to choose a project to complete. You will learn about 4-H and learn how to become more involved. \nWhy: We would love to have you join and engage in our 4-H program. There is no cost in participating. Monthly meetings will help challenge you to create new goals and discover new passions. \nRegister here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-for-all-club/2021-01-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20210121T152645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T154057Z
UID:10002004-1611187200-1611187200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Wild Blueberry Conference Series: Farmer Panel: Irrigation
DESCRIPTION:January 27\, 2021\, 4:00-6:00 p.m. via ZOOM \n Farmer Panel: Irrigation\nWe will hear perspectives on irrigation from large and small wild blueberry producers. The two goals of this session are to A) provide information about currently used and not used irrigation systems in the Maine wild blueberry industry\, and B) discuss the practicalities of putting irrigation in and using it. \nFor more information about the series\, visit the Wild Blueberry Conference Series website. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/wild-blueberry-conference-series-farmer-panel-irrigation/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201222T210306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T210306Z
UID:10001998-1611226800-1611234000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Marketing Poultry in Maine
DESCRIPTION:Agenda\nMarketing Poultry in Maine\, January 21\, 2021 \n\n11:00 AM: Poultry Meat and Egg Sales Channels\, Donna Coffin\, UMaine Extension\n11:05 AM: How to Tell When Animals Are Ready for Market\, Dr. Colt Knight\, UMaine Extension\n11:20 AM: Maine Poultry Inspection Program\, Dr. Jennifer Eberly\, MDACF State Veterinarian\n11:45 AM: Maine License to Sell Poultry Meat\, Michelle Newbegin\, MDACF Inspection Process Analyst Coordinator\n12:10 PM: Harvest and Processor Perspective\, Scott Greaney\, Greaney Turkey Farm\, Mercer\, Maine\n12:40 PM: Questions\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/marketing-poultry-in-maine/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210227
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200619T201308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T201821Z
UID:10001773-1611273600-1614383999@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:FREE Self-paced Online Course \nParents and caregivers\, learn healthy cooking and eating tips for you and your family at your own speed with three self-paced\, online sessions. \nEach session will include: \n\nInformation on two or three nutrition & healthy lifestyle topics\nA simple cooking demonstration\nResources for kids in the kitchen\n\nUpon completion of all three sessions\, participants will receive a gift bag available for pick-up at the Washington County Cooperative Extension which includes the following items: \n\nShopping bag\nCookbook\nMeasuring cups\nMeasuring spoons\nCutting board\nGrocery pad\nMeat and refrigerator thermometers\nSafe cooking temperature magnet\nWater bottle\nVegetable peeler/brush\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rita Stephenson\, rita.stephenson@maine.edu. \n\n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-nutrition-series/2021-01-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20200430T132536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132536Z
UID:10001556-1611302400-1611334800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Eating Your Way Online\, Three-part Nutrition Series
DESCRIPTION:University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free\, self-paced\, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. “Eating Your Way” includes information on nutrition\, simple cooking demonstrations\, and child-friendly nutrition resources. \n\nOn completion of the series\, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking utensils available for pick-up at the UMaine Extension Washington County office.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/eating-your-way-online-three-part-nutrition-series/2021-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Food and Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260602T045941
CREATED:20201217T144658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T144658Z
UID:10001973-1611653400-1611660600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Making Money Moves: A Decision-Making Workshop for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 season was an unpredictable and disruptive one. As a result\, many growers are considering big transitions to their business models. This discussion-based series is designed to help established farmers think through those big decisions. \nJoin University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and other experienced farmers for this discussion-based\, 3-part workshop series. This series will be an opportunity to connect with and learn from fellow farmers. As a group\, we’ll work together to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement on your farm. We’ll use Holistic Management principles to help clarify your planning and decision-making process to maximize your return on investment\, and to get you closer to your farm goals. \nFarmer participants should have 5 or more years of experience running your farm and be prepared to reflect on your operation. What better gift for your farm partner\, and way to make the decisions that will impact the money moves of the future! \nParticipants will receive Zoom information after registration.  Register here! \nPlease contact Jason Lilley with questions about course content by phone 207.781.6099 or email jason.lilley@maine.eduhttps://extension.umaine.edu/register/product/making-money-moves/
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/making-money-moves-a-decision-making-workshop-for-farmers/2021-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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