University of Maine Cooperative Extension is set to host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers at 6 p.m. Tuesdays, March 19 and 26. 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 also […]
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Gardening webinar series set for March, April
ORONO — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is set to offer a series of gardening webinars that will offer information, practical knowledge and insights for gardeners of all levels. The webinars will focus on the backyard growing of food in Maine, including cranberries, blueberries, and potatoes, and will feature expert speakers from UMaine Extension. […]
New England Alzheimer’s association to host virtual conference March 1, 2
Maine residents are invited to a free educational conference hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association New England Region. The annual New England Family Conference is set for Friday and Saturday, March 1 and 2. This virtual event is open to individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, family caregivers and the general public. Live translation in Spanish […]
Association to host online talk about Samoset of Pemaquid Feb. 29
The Lincoln County Historical Association is set to host an online presentation at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29, with Jody Bachelder, who will take people back in time to the early years of the Plymouth Plantation and help them understand Samoset of Pemaquid’s backstory. On March 16, 1621, Samoset cemented his place in history when […]
4-H online workshop to explore solar eclipse starting March 21
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H program is offering a free online workshop for youth ages 9-18, focused on the solar eclipse in April. The workshop is scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursdays March 21 through April 11. Maine is set to experience a full solar eclipse on April 8, providing an opportunity for residents […]
‘Bringing Climate Justice Goals to Maine’ hybrid talk set for Feb. 26
ORONO — The Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions at the University of Maine is set to host a talk, “From Global to Local: Bringing Climate Justice Goals to Maine” at 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26. Through sharing her experience at UN Climate Conferences, involvement in global climate justice organizations and more recent […]
Ag department offers grants for community forestry projects
The virtual grant workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 28.
Farmington Cardiac Support Group adds option to join virtually
FARMINGTON — Franklin Memorial Hospital initiated a cardiac rehab support group in October. It continues to meet at 3 p.m. the first and third Monday of each month in the Allen conference room at 111 Franklin Health Commons. Anyone who has a cardiac diagnosis can attend. The cardiac rehab support group provides emotional and social […]
Woodland stewardship, forest carbon experts to give talk via Zoom Feb. 22
The Camden Public Library is set to host Andy Whitman and Allyssa Gregory from the Maine Forest Service at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, for a virtual presentation on ways to steward woodland with forest carbon in mind. They will discuss forest carbon basics, forest resilience, forest carbon practices, and provide information on where to […]
Bath trust to offer energy efficiency Zoom lecture Feb. 22
BATH — Kennebec Estuary Land Trust is set to host a free Zoom lecture at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22, to discuss resources that can help people save energy and save on the cost of heating and electric in their home or business. Sam Saltonstall, a local volunteer who has led projects that have […]