Week of Events
Sunday, March 22, 2026
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March 22, 2026 –Furry Astronauts
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March 22, 2026 –Furry Astronauts
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March 22, 2026 –Daft Punk!
Furry Astronauts
What are those strange fire arrows rising into the heavens? Join the four animals on their crazy adventure in space! A hedgehog, hare, mole and an owl are four friends who meet on the edge of the forest to explore an almost forgotten spaceport. When they see a rocket launch, they are stunned. None of […]
Furry Astronauts
What are those strange fire arrows rising into the heavens? Join the four animals on their crazy adventure in space! A hedgehog, hare, mole and an owl are four friends who meet on the edge of the forest to explore an almost forgotten spaceport. When they see a rocket launch, they are stunned. None of […]
Daft Punk!
Take a tour through the universe and back with beautiful visuals and amazing music, hosted by the one and only EDM robot duo, Daft Punk! Give Life Back to Music pairs stunning imagery and lights with a collection of Daft Punk’s most popular songs including One More Time, Get Lucky, Instant Crush, and more! Tickets are $9 for general admission. […]
Monday, March 23, 2026
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March 23, 2026 –Talk – Maine’s PFAS Response: A Comprehensive Policy Review
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March 23, 2026 –Dissertation Defense: Amy Sullivan
Talk – Maine’s PFAS Response: A Comprehensive Policy Review
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information Speakers: Eddie Nachamie, University of Maine Honors College, Ecology and Environmental Sciences Rachel Schattman, Associate Professor of Sustainable Agriculture, University of Maine School of Food and Agriculture PFAS contamination has […]
Dissertation Defense: Amy Sullivan
Amy Sullivan, a candidate for the Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership, will be defending her thesis titled “Elementary Teacher Sensemaking and Decision Making in a Social and Emotional Learning Implementation: A Qualitative Case Study.” Please contact amy.sullivan@maine.edu for the Zoom link.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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March 24, 2026 –IMRC Center Tour
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March 24, 2026 –Oxford County Winter School Series: Encouraging Pollinators on the Farm and in Gardens
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March 24, 2026 –Advanced Scopus Research Tools
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Virtual EventMarch 24, 2026 –4-H Maine App Challenge Series
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Virtual EventMarch 24, 2026 –Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Big Yields on Small Plots
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Virtual EventMarch 24, 2026 –Maine Agriculture Mediation Program Spring Book Club
IMRC Center Tour
Join IMRC Center staff for a general tour of the facility’s event space, classrooms, common areas, audiovisual studios, and maker labs. The tour is anticipated to last approximately 45 minutes. Offered on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Guests of any background, including UMaine students, faculty, and staff, community group representatives, business representatives, and members […]
Oxford County Winter School Series: Encouraging Pollinators on the Farm and in Gardens
Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension for Oxford County Winter School for Farmers, Homesteaders, and Gardeners, a seasonal learning series designed to support small farms, homesteads, and home gardeners across Oxford County and beyond. Each two-hour session features an engaging presentation followed by Q&A and discussion. The series includes both Zoom and in-person sessions to provide flexible […]
Advanced Scopus Research Tools
Take a deeper dive into Scopus and learn about its more advanced features. We will look at author and affiliation profiles, journal and article metrics, and much more. (Register and get the Zoom link here)
4-H Maine App Challenge Series
The 4-H Maine App Challenge series will provide an introduction to Tyler Technologies’ Maine App Challenge and provide guided support for developing an app. This will be a series for ages 13+ that focuses on the foundations of developing a web-based application, including introduction to the Maine App Challenge. Participants will engage in design thinking, prototyping, and problem […]
Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Big Yields on Small Plots
Gardening in a small space doesn’t need to be limiting! In this workshop we’ll discuss strategies such as succession and companion planting, trellising, and season extension to maximize the harvest potential in your garden. Participants will leave with practical steps to grow more food for themselves, their families, and their communities. Speaker info: Carrick Gambell, Urban […]
Maine Agriculture Mediation Program Spring Book Club
Want to turn that bad feeling in the pit of your stomach and avoidance into a productive, learning conversation at home and on the job?! Join our no-cost, virtual book club focused on Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most (3rd Edition) written by communication experts and based on data from the Harvard Negotiation […]
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
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March 25, 2026 –Introduction to Apple Tree Pruning and Orchard Management
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March 25, 2026 –German Table
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March 25, 2026 –French Table
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Virtual EventMarch 25, 2026 –4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
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March 25, 2026 –Dissertation Defense: Benjamin Greenlaw
Introduction to Apple Tree Pruning and Orchard Management
Renae Moran, Tree Fruit Specialist at Highmoor Farm will demonstrate different techniques that can be employed to shape trees and contain their size. Specific topics will include the difference between heading and thinning cuts, how pruning severity affects the tree, and a general method suited for old apple trees. In addition to pruning, several other […]
German Table
German Table is a conversation gathering open to all members of the University of Maine and the community interested in improving their German conversation.
French Table
French Table is a conversation gathering open to all members of the University of Maine and the community interested in improving their French conversation.
4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
The 4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club will provide an introduction to what artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are. This will be a 6 session series for ages 9+ that focuses on the foundations of AI, including introduction to AI, pattern recognition, human versus machine learning, AI in daily life and ethical awareness. Participants […]
Dissertation Defense: Benjamin Greenlaw
Benjamin Greenlaw, a candidate for the Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership, will be defending his dissertation titled “What Characterizes a Constructive Relationship Between a Superintendent and Principal?” Please contact benjamin.greenlaw@maine.edu for the Zoom link.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
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March 26, 2026 –2026 Maine Sustainability & Water Conference
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March 26, 2026 –Spanish Table
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March 26, 2026 –The Limits of Masculine Privilege in Football: Reflections from a Pro
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Virtual EventMarch 26, 2026 –Helping to Calm Strong Emotions with Resonant Language
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March 26, 2026 –Imaging Your Research: A Photo Contest
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March 26, 2026 –Imaging Your Research: A Photo Contest
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March 26, 2026 –Dissertation Defense: Sue Sydnor
2026 Maine Sustainability & Water Conference
The Maine Sustainability & Water Conference provides an annual forum where professionals, researchers, consultants, citizens, students, regulators, and planners gather to exchange information and present new findings on sustainability and water resource issues in Maine. Launched in 1994 by UMaine’s Senator George J. Mitchell Center with a primary focus on the future of Maine’s water […]
Spanish Table
Spanish Table is a conversation gathering open to all members of the University of Maine and the community interested in improving their Spanish conversation.
The Limits of Masculine Privilege in Football: Reflections from a Pro
WGS at Work Series, Spring 2026 What do sports—and more specifically, football—have to do with Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies? Come and explore this and related questions with Philosophy professor and former NFL player Mike Devito! Dr. Devito graduated from UMaine in 2006, where he was a starring member of the UMaine football team. Between […]
Helping to Calm Strong Emotions with Resonant Language
If your employer is a compact member of the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce, you may be eligible to take this program at a reduced cost. Visit our Harold Alfond Center Workforce Development Funding page for more information. Program Description Do people seem more edgy and argumentative these days? Would you […]
Imaging Your Research: A Photo Contest
The CORE Electron Microscopy Lab, in partnership with the Innovative Media Research and Commercialization Center, and sponsored by Experiential Programs Innovation Central (EPIC), warmly invites you to join us in celebrating the intersection of art and science. This gallery event is a unique opportunity to explore and appreciate the collaborative efforts between these fields through […]
Imaging Your Research: A Photo Contest
The CORE Electron Microscopy Lab, in partnership with the Innovative Media Research and Commercialization Center, and sponsored by Experiential Programs Innovation Central (EPIC), warmly invites you to join us in celebrating the intersection of art and science. This gallery event is a unique opportunity to explore and appreciate the collaborative efforts between these fields through […]
Dissertation Defense: Sue Sydnor
Sue Sydnor, a candidate for the Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership, will be defending her thesis titled “How Do Students Experience School Exclusion Practices? A Narrative Composite Inquiry.” Please contact sue.sydnor@maine.edu for the Zoom link.
Friday, March 27, 2026
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March 27, 2026 –Incoming!
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March 27, 2026 –Classic Albums Live: The Eagles’ Greatest Hits
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March 27, 2026 –Incomming!
Incoming!
Asteroids and comets have collided with our planet throughout its history, changing the course of life on Earth and shaping the world we know today. Real-time data from current NASA missions help audiences explore the past, present, and future of our Solar System. Take a journey through the dynamic story of our cosmic origins. Discover […]
Classic Albums Live: The Eagles’ Greatest Hits
Classic Albums Live (CAL) brings the music of the Eagles to life in a concert devoted entirely to their greatest hits—performed live, note for note, cut for cut. With elite musicians and no gimmicks, CAL delivers faithful renditions that sound just like the original recordings. Founded by Craig Martin, CAL has earned a reputation for […]
Incomming!
Asteroids and comets have collided with our planet throughout its history, changing the course of life on Earth and shaping the world we know today. Real-time data from current NASA missions help audiences explore the past, present, and future of our Solar System. Take a journey through the dynamic story of our cosmic origins. Discover […]
Saturday, March 28, 2026
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March 28, 2026 –Apple Tree Pruning Demo in Farmington
Apple Tree Pruning Demo in Farmington
Do you have an apple tree you’ve always wondered how to prune? University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer an “Apple Tree Pruning Demo.” Come join Nick Rowley, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture Professional, and Bella Russo, Extension AgrAbility Coordinator at the University of Maine at Farmington, between Lockwood and Dakin Halls off […]
