University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on Jan. 16 and 23. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees will also participate in an […]
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Table of Contents Dates to Remember Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Oh Yea! 4-H Grows True Leaders Updates Forest Health 4-H SPIN Club in Harrington Seasonal Crafts Around the World 4-H SPIN Club in Calais Final Deadline for 4-H Re-enrollment News from the State Dates to Remember December 23: Application Deadline for Ignite by 4-H Conference […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold a nine-session virtual nutrition class for young adults aged 19-25 and adults with young children. The course, titled “Eating Smart, Being Active,” will begin on Jan. 3 and run through the end of February. The course aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to make healthy […]
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The Maine Agricultural Mediation Program (MAMP), which is part of University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has released its 2024 wall calendar. The theme of this year’s calendar is “Farming and Tending to the Land and Sea Throughout the Seasons. It features twelve charming images from Maine-based artists that capture the essence of agricultural work […]
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The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a QuickBooks Online course tailored specifically for small farms and agriculture businesses. The four-night course will be held at 6 p.m. on Nov. 6, 8, 13 and 15. Designed for farm and agriculture business owners seeking to implement a robust accounting tool, the workshop provides valuable insights […]
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Table of Contents Dates to Remember Forest Health 4-H SPIN Club in Harrington Seasonal Crafts Around the World 4-H SPIN Club in Calais 4-H Re-enrollment Reminder Learning Ecosystems Northeast (LENE) Fall Phenology Photo Contest! Oh Yea! Grows True Leaders Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Paper Clover Campaign News from the State Dates to Remember November 2 […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension is inviting the public to the virtual 2023 Horticulture Keynote on the Wabanaki perspective on foodways from noon-1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16. Join Anthony Sutton, Passamaquoddy from Sipayik and assistant professor of Native American studies and food systems at the University of Maine, for his presentation titled “History, Health […]
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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” […]
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Calais, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a three-session, in-person 4-H club about seasonal crafts from around the world designed for young artists to explore their creativity and learn about different cultural traditions. Geared towards youth ages 6-12, the special interest, SPIN, club will meet from 10:30 a.m-12:30 p.m on Saturdays, Nov. […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a free, six-session nutrition education program to parents, guardians and young adults, ages 19-25, at the Labor of Love Food Pantry, 137 County Road, starting Nov. 7. The workshop will focus on learning healthy, budget-friendly cooking tips and preparing healthy recipes as a group. It will be held Tuesdays […]
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