H2O – The Cosmic States of Water In the icy northern waters, a little sea otter named Sedna spends her days playing, fishing, and diving with her fellow otters. Sedna dreams of travelling to distant places… And on this day, like every year, she is on the lookout for Toklo, a mercurial and wily cormorant […]

Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound, Clocks, Paradise, Viva […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry, including non-profit organizations. UMaine Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book, 7th Edition Revised, and exam proctoring. Date: Monday, May 4, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date: […]

Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management, business planning, how to get started with a new field, expertise on a particular subject, to sharing […]

Maine Sea Grant will offer in-person volunteer training for the Signs of the Seasons program at Gilsland Farm Audubon Center, Falmouth, Maine, co-hosted by Maine Audubon. Participants will learn about the goals of the program, learn how to make scientific observations of phenology (the study of cyclic and seasonal changes of plants and animals), practice […]

This training will certify participants in 4-H Shooting Sports Archery (Level I). Please bring your own lunch and snacks. The minimum age to be an instructor is 21. Register for the Bryant Pond 4-H Camp Archery 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training here.  

Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers for a variety of food events such as fundraising, fellowship, food pantries or other services to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the buffet […]

Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management, business planning, how to get started with a new field, expertise on a particular subject, to sharing […]

Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students attend class every day during a school vacation week and practice taking short sections of the test. Students are relaxed and well-rested, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their […]

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION You are responsible for organizing and managing a multifaceted activity that involves people from diverse specialties to deliver a new product or service. Quality is essential, resources are limited, and time is of the essence . . . where do you start? Through team exercises and discussions, participants will learn how to plan, […]

Through team exercises and discussions, participants will learn how to plan, organize, and manage project work, as well as when to apply specific tools to increase the likelihood of successful project execution in their work settings. Participants will gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts of project management, approaches to address common project challenges, and […]

Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management, business planning, how to get started with a new field, expertise on a particular subject, to sharing […]

Join UMaine Extension’s Farm and Tractor Safety Team for an on-farm workshop demonstrating the fundamentals of tractor safety. This 3-hour workshop will include a review of safety risks when operating a tractor and steps for avoiding accidents. Instructors will demonstrate safe and efficient implement attachment and use. Participants will also learn about tractor parts and […]

Join UMaine Extension Horticulture staff, Pamela Hargest and Abi Griffith, for a hands-on workshop on growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers in containers. Learn how to plant and care for a thriving container garden throughout the growing season. In this interactive class, you’ll explore which potting mixes work best for containers, how to choose varieties that […]

Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for pressure canning low-acid foods. Participants will learn recommended methods for preserving foods, the latest and safest recipes, about equipment to ensure safety, and how to check for properly sealed jars. Participants may bring […]

York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. The York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought back to life to support this community, foster connection, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. In recent years, York County farms have embraced agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in […]

This interactive online professional development program will teach you the basics of seeing a grant through a full cycle—from inception to completion. You’ll learn how to get your organization ready to apply for grants, where to find funders and funding opportunities, how to write the components of a grant and how to submit a successful […]

Take an exhilarating journey to the worlds that orbit our Sun and the unique conditions that make life on our planet Earth possible. Celebrate the extraordinary Age of Exploration carried out by robotic explorers, over the past 50 years with imagery from NASA, European Space Agency (ESA), and Japan Aerospace Exploration (JAXA) missions.  Audiences will […]

Celebrating our 2026 graduates with a department luncheon at noontime in Aubert Hall. Join us!