Livermore Falls Advertiser covers UMaine Extension Franklin County centennial celebration

A century of programs and services provided by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Franklin County office was celebrated June 19, Livermore Falls Advertiser reported. Artifacts, brochures, demonstrations and baked goods were offered at the open house in Farmington. Several staff members were on hand to greet visitors, answer questions or reminisce about the past, and 4–H club members set up displays of their animal projects, according to the article. “There are quite a few 4–Hers here. They have plenty to tell you,” said Tara Marble, 4–H youth development professional. Caitlin Pierce, a 16-year-old from Industry, has been a member of the Dusty Boots 4–H Club since she was 5. She brought her horse Rosie and a miniature horse, Daisy, with her. She also shared photographs of her 4–H activities from her laptop, the article states. “I started riding when I could walk. I do it all (the different show class categories),” she said.