Cooperative Extension in Washington County

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a free, four-session 4-H club focused on forest health.  Designed for youth ages 8-11, the in-person club aims to explore the beauty and abundance of Maine’s local forests while learning about the importance and resilience of forests as ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, participants will create a “tree tale” […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program is free to eligible: Adults with children in the household Young adults 19-25 years old   Cooking Matters partnering with Labor of Love Food Pantry Learn about: Choosing healthy foods Food budgeting Meal planning Food safety Cooking tips and more! Participants receive free cooking […]

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. On completion of the series, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking […]

As the winter season approaches it’s a great time to explore how different people around the world celebrate this season. Join us in learning how to make seasonal crafts from various parts of the globe with guidance from 4-H staff and volunteers!  Ages: 6-12  Registration required.  Register by November 15, 2023. Limited to ten participants.