Generative AI Evaluate and Cite: Leave what's wrong, keep what's right!
2025-02-04 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Fogler Library Classroom 2
Learn to evaluate AI tools, and their output. We’ll help you to find the best generative AI tools for your task while avoiding hallucinations and plagiarism. Please come with questions, we are happy to help!
To register and for a Zoom link, please go to our Workshops Page.

Intermediate Beekeeping Course - Falmouth
2025-02-04 18:00 - 19:30 | UMaine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County, 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, 04105, United States
When: Tuesdays, February 4 – March 4, 2025 (Snow Date March 11, 2025)
This five week intermediate beekeeping course is designed to help beekeepers with two or more years of experience to the next level of apiary management. This course focuses on sustainable beekeeping techniques and strategies that work with the bees natural instincts while still incorporating the beekeepers goals for success. The course will dive deeper into the following subjects: seasonal colony management, queens and queen rearing, swarm management, apiary development, colony and apiary health, harvest and production of items for sale.
Cost: Single registration = $160
Household registration for 2 (1 book) = $270
The Cumberland County Intermediate Beekeeping Course is designed to help beekeepers with two or more years of experience to the next level of apiary management. This course focuses on sustainable beekeeping techniques and strategies that work with the bees natural instincts while still incorporating the beekeepers goals for success. The course will dive deeper into the following subjects: seasonal colony management, queens and queen rearing, swarm management, apiary development, colony and apiary health, harvest and production of items for sale. Instructor: EAS Certified Master Beekeeper Erin Evans.
The $160 fee and $270 fee includes the cost of one textbook and a Queen Marking Tube and Cage for each participant.
Register here!

ORBITS: An exhibition of Tom Jessen, Isabelle Maschal O’Donnell and Ian Trask
2025-02-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-11 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-13 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Lord Hall Gallery, Lord Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
The University of Maine’s Lord Hall Gallery presents ORBITS, an exhibition featuring the work of three Maine-based artists who are invested in material re-use and sustainability: Tom Jessen, Isabelle Maschal O’Donnell, and Ian Trask from February 3 – March 14, 2025. A reception will be held on February 7, 2025 from 5-7pm. During the reception, six Maine-based poets will read ekphrastic poems which they wrote about the artwork in ORBITS. The reading will take place at 6pm. Participating poets include Matt Bernier, Monique Bouchard, Sylvia Godreaux, Annaliese Jakimides, Carl Little, and Leslie Moore. All events are free and the public is warmly welcomed.
The artists in ORBITS work with the excess waste that circulates around us every day including paper, textiles, and plastics. As these materials pass through their hands, they are transformed into artwork and given new life. The playful colors and forms used by Jessen, O’Donnel, and Trask function as a surprising counterpoint to the urgency of the issues they explore such as sustainability, waste, and consumerism. ORBITS brings awareness to material culture and our relationship to the things around us.
Jessen’s work begins with collection. He gathers cast away food packaging and cuts it into small strips, which are sorted by color. The paper strips are reconfigured into kaleidoscopic surfaces reminiscent of woven fabrics. O’Donnell gathers textile waste and manipulates it into quilt-like surfaces inspired by her surrounding in Maine. Her work stretches our notions of painting and the usefulness of materials. Trask bundles and wraps an assortment of materials bound for the landfill. The orbs he creates are suspended and clustered into new forms that belie their humble origins.
Questions can be directed to: diana.baumbach@maine.edu Additional information about the artists is available on their websites: tomjessen.com, isabelleodonnell.com, .iantrask.com and on Lord Hall Gallery’s Instagram, @umaine_lordhallgallery.

Making an Issue: A Zine Workshop at Fogler Library
2025-02-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Fogler Library Classroom 1, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
Learn about the history of zines in this hands-on workshop and create a zine to take home.
To register, please go to our Workshops Guide.

UMaine AI Webinar: Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Power of AI in Transforming Patient Care
2025-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Web Conferencing
Join us for this one-hour webinar as we hear from Ghada Konsowa, Simulation Education Center Director at Husson University, Bangor, Maine. Moderated by Dr. Julia Upton, Associate Professor of Mathematics, Husson University & Certified AI Expert and AI Developer. Live Q&A after presentation.

Humanities major/minor information session
2025-02-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Bangor Room, Memorial Union, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
Thinking about a major or a minor in the arts or humanities?
The McGillicuddy Humanities Center welcomes prospective arts and humanities students (or those who’ve already declared a major or minor!) to an informal informational and advising session on Thursday, Feb. 6 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Bangor Room of the Memorial Union. Pizza and soda will provided.
We’ll have representatives from various humanities disciplines on hand to chat with students and help them chart a path through major and minor programs in modern languages and classics, history, English, the School of Performing Arts, art, philosophy, women’s, gender and sexuality studies, etc.
For more details, email mhc@maine.edu.

ORBITS Reception and Poetry Reading
2025-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Lord Hall Gallery, Lord Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
On Feb. 7 from 5-7pm, a reception will be held for the exhibition “ORBITS,” featuring the work of three Maine-based artists who are invested in material re-use and sustainability: Tom Jessen, Isabelle Maschal O’Donnell, and Ian Trask. During the reception, six Maine-based poets will read ekphrastic poems which they wrote about the artwork in ORBITS. The reading will take place at 6pm. Participating poets include Matt Bernier, Monique Bouchard, Sylvia Godreaux, Annaliese Jakimides, Carl Little, and Leslie Moore. All events are free and the public is warmly welcomed.
Questions can be directed to: diana.baumbach@maine.edu Additional information about the artists is available on their websites: tomjessen.com, isabelleodonnell.com, iantrask.com and on Lord Hall Gallery’s Instagram, @umaine_lordhallgallery

Chemistry of Life: The Invisible Inside
2025-02-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Versant Power Astronomy Center, 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, 04469, United States
Sometimes it’s the smallest things that matter the most. Join us on a journey into a seemingly invisible world – the world of molecules and nanoparticles. What does the cell structure of a leaf look like? What might the neural network in our brain be like and how do cells communicate with each other?
Modern scientific visualizations provide an insight into how biochemical processes take place in our bodies, how they connect us with all other living things on Earth, and what their cosmic origin is. Embark on an extraordinary journey into our “inner universe”. For ages 13 and up.
Watch the trailer here!

Tickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar.
Tickets may be purchased online, by phone at 207.581.1341, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.

Broadway’s Next Hit Musical
2025-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Collins Center for the Arts, 2 Flagstaff Road, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
“Improv, Stand-up Comedy & Live Music made up ON THE SPOT!”
Every song is new, every show is different. These masters of improvisational musical theater are clever, witty, and hilarious. With song titles provided by the audience, be amazed as each nominated musical is created on the spot! Which will win the coveted Phony Award? Be there to find out!
Did you know seating for this performance will be right on stage? That’s right, we’re transforming our space into an intimate cabaret, complete with family-style tables, for an unforgettable, up-close experience. With a delicious selection of sweet and savory treats included in the price of your ticket!

Introduction to Beekeeping Course - Machias
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | University of Maine at Machias, 116 O'Brien Avenue, Machias, ME, 04654, United States
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering an eight-session introduction to beekeeping course from 10 a.m. – Noon every Saturday from Feb. 8 – March 29 in Room 102 of the University of Maine at Machias’ Science Building, 116 O’Brien Ave.
Led by master beekeeper Andrew Dewey, the course will cover a wide range of topics including basic bee biology, hive construction and location, seasonal management and honey production. On March 22, attendees will also hear a special two-hour presentation by state apiarist Jennifer Lund on honey bee pests and diseases. The course is designed to provide participants with valuable knowledge and practical skills to start their own beekeeping journey.
The course fee is $75 per person, or per couple if sharing materials. Participants will receive a copy of the book “Simple Smart Beekeeping,” by Kirsten S. and Michael J. Traynor.
For a tentative schedule and to register, visit the program webpage.
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact 800.287.1542 (in Maine), 207.255.3345; Tara Wood at tara.a.wood@maine.edu.

Costa Rica Information Session
2025-02-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Bangor Room, Memorial Union, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
Join us for the CISAbroad Costa Rica Information Session on Monday, February 10th, from 12 PM – 1:30 PM in the Bangor Room at the Memorial Union!
Meet fellow students who’ve traveled the world and hear their amazing stories!
Chat with advisors to get all your questions answered!
Explore your options for studying in the vibrant and lush country of Costa Rica!
Lunch will be provided!
Don’t miss this chance to start your adventure — see you there!

Talk - Retooling State Government in an Era of Loose Networks: An Invitation to Collaborate
2025-02-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Norman Smith Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
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

Speaker: Samantha Horn, Director, Maine Office of Community Affairs

In 50 years, Maine has transitioned from a command and control model of regulation to a vast network of nimble organizations and individuals acting to address community needs, including the need for resilience in the face of the climate and housing crises. A key endeavor for state government and, in particular, the new Maine Office of Community Affairs (MOCA), is to develop systems to provide technical assistance and incentives in a way that creates a supportive framework rather than duplicating or suppressing the work of other organizations. An early step for the office is to understand and make visible the networks within which it is operating. Mapping those networks in a way that is useful on a practical level for managing the daily work of the office is an intriguing challenge. The Director of MOCA is seeking advice, and welcomes thoughts and models from communities involved in this work.
Governor Mills appointed Samantha Horn as Director of the Maine Office of Community Affairs in October 2024. Horn has three decades of experience in policy, planning and science, including consulting on public stakeholder engagement, policy work, and planning and siting for development projects. Prior to starting her consulting business, she was the director of science for The Nature Conservancy in Maine and worked in state natural resource agencies for nearly 20 years, including more than a decade in leadership roles at the Maine Land Use Planning Commission.
Horn has a Master’s Degree in the Human Dimensions of Fish and Wildlife Conservation from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, with a focus on conflict resolution in natural resources, and a Bachelor’s degree in biology and English literature from Washington University in St. Louis. Her interests include rural community capacity, renewable energy siting practice, and integrated policy development. Horn was formerly on the boards of directors of the Maine Association of Planners, GrowSmart Maine, and the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund.

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
2025-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Versant Power Astronomy Center, 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, 04469, United States
Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore the day and night sky, learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun and the Moon. Along the way, they learn how the sky we see is shared by many people around the world. Children attending the show can interact as they watch, drawing constellations and counting the time it takes the sun to set.

Tickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar.
Tickets may be purchased online, by phone at 207.581.1341, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.

Education Abroad Fair
2025-02-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
Join us for the Education Abroad Fair on Tuesday, February 11th, from 10 AM – 2 PM on the ground floor of the Ferland Engineering Education & Design Center!

Meet fellow students who’ve traveled the world and hear their amazing stories!
Chat with advisors to get all your questions answered!
Explore your options for studying in exciting destinations around the globe!

Don’t miss this chance to start your adventure — see you there!

Intro to Generative AI
2025-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Fogler Library Classroom 1, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
This workshop will be an introduction to generative AI and its use. Benefits, and pitfalls, of using these tools will also be discussed. Attendees are encouraged to create accounts in either ChatGPT or Claude prior to the workshop, as there will be hands-on activities.
To register, please go to our Workshops Guide.

Beef Up Your Knowledge
2025-02-11 16:00 - 19:00 | UMaine Cooperative Extension, Penobscot County, 307 Maine Avenue, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
Join Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, and Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky to learn the latest updates on bale grazing strategies, research highlights on the efficacy of different types of dewormers and deworming strategies in Beef Cattle, and participate in Beef Quality Assurance training. Beef Quality Assurance Certificates will be signed and given out on the same day after completion of the class.
Beef Producers: Learn about bale grazing, deworming strategies, and earn your Beef Quality Assurance Certificate
Cost: $20 (Meal provided)
Register here!
If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Melissa Libby Babcock, at melissa.libby1@maine.edu, phone: 207.581.2788 to discuss your needs. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 7 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request, however, all requests will be considered.

Hope in a Time of Climate Change
2025-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Fogler Library, The Salon, ME, United States
Since the end of the most recent ice age, 11,000 years ago, human ingenuity and adaptability have led to enormous changes in the way we live. The rapid global expansion of human population and industrialization in the past six decades has led to alarming changes to Earth’s climate, among other things. Now we find ourselves facing serious challenges to present and future generations — challenges that seem overwhelming at times. Please help us explore several reasons for optimism and hope.

Since the end of the most recent ice age, 11,000 years ago, human ingenuity and adaptability have led to enormous changes in the way we live. The rapid global expansion of human population and industrialization in the past six decades has led to alarming changes to Earth’s climate, among other things. Now we find ourselves facing serious challenges to present and future generations — challenges that seem overwhelming at times. Please help us explore several reasons for optimism and hope.

Discussants:

Sean Birkel, Assistant Professor & Maine State Climatologist, Climate Change Institute & Cooperative Extension

Dan Dixon, Sustainability Director and Research Assistant Professor, UMaine Climate Change Institute

Ivan Fernandez, Professor of Soil Science; Distinguished Maine Professor, Climate Change Institute & School of Forest Resources

George Jacobson, Professor Emeritus of Biology, Ecology, and Climate Change; and Former Director, Climate Change Institute (Facilitator)

Elizabeth Leclerc, Research Graduate Student, UMaine Climate Change Institute

Bonnie Newsom, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Anthropology, University of Maine

Hope in a Time of Climate Change
2025-02-11 18:00 - 19:30
Since the end of the most recent ice age, 11,000 years ago, human ingenuity and adaptability have led to enormous changes in the way we live. The rapid global expansion of human population and industrialization in the past six decades has led to alarming changes to Earth’s climate, among other things. Now we find ourselves facing serious challenges to present and future generations — challenges that seem overwhelming at times. Join us as we explore several reasons for optimism and hope.
Attend in person or via Zoom.
For additional information, visit the Salon Series website.

ServSafe® Certification
2025-02-12 09:00 - 17:00 | 75 Clearwater Drive Falmouth, Maine United States, 75 Clearwater Drive, Falmouth, ME, 04105, United States
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: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 (Inclement Weather Date: February 13)
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: UMaine Extension Cumberland County, 75 Clearwater Dr., Falmouth, ME
Cost: $150 for course and exam, registration deadline January 29, 2025

UMaine AI Webinar: "Emergent Themes of State AI Guidance for Educators"
2025-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 | https://calendar.umtraining.lv-o-wpc-dev.its.maine.edu/event/umaine-ai-webinar-emergent-themes-of-state-ai-guidance-for-educators/
Moderator: Sarah K. Howorth, Ph. D., BCBA-D, Associate Professor of Special Education, Special Education Program Coordinator, Director: PEERS® Lab @ UMaine
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into education, states are beginning to develop guidance to support educators in leveraging these technologies responsibly and effectively. This presentation explores the emerging themes in state-level AI guidance for educators, highlighting priorities such as equity, ethical use, professional development, data privacy, and fostering student-centered learning. This session will provide educators with actionable insights into how AI can enhance teaching and learning while addressing the unique needs of all students, including those with disabilities.
Speakers include:
James D. Basham, Professor, Department of Special Education, University of Kansas
Matthew T. Marino, Professor, University of Central Florida
Yerin Seung, Doctoral Student, Department of Special Education, University of Kansas
Registration is required. To register please navigate to https://ai.umtraining.lv-o-wpc-dev.its.maine.edu/

Finding Reliable Data (Love Data Week 2025)
2025-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Fogler Library Classroom 1, University of Maine, Orono, ME, 04469, United States
There’s more data available online now than ever, and more misinformation too. Finding reliable data is very important. This session, part of “Love Data Week,” will show you how to find reliable data. Whether for academic research or making informed decisions for your personal life, this workshop will help you look for data with confidence.
For more information and to register, go to https://libguides.library.umtraining.lv-o-wpc-dev.its.maine.edu/workshops

From Radical Hospitality to Radical Accountability: Higher Education's Role in Newcomer Integration
2025-02-12 17:30 - 19:00
Join this conversation with Professor Diya Abdo, Lincoln Financial Professor of English at Guilford College, director of Every Campus A Refuge and author of “American Refuge: True Stories of the Refugee Experience” and Orlina Boteva, director of UMaine’s Office of International Programs, to learn about the ways in which universities in Maine (and across the nation) are currently supporting refugees and im/migrants and why this is an important commitment from a
community engagement perspective, a student-centered perspective, and an institutional accountability/responsibility perspective.
Attend in person or via Zoom.
For additional information, visit the Salon Series website.

Chemistry of Life: The Invisible Inside
2025-02-14 19:00 - 20:00
