BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Calendar - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Calendar X-ORIGINAL-URL:/calendar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Calendar REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20250711T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T174810Z UID:10002682-1786060800-1786147199@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Summer University (tentative) DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full 2025–26 Academic Year Calendar. URL:/calendar/event/summer-university-tentative/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20260327T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185504Z UID:10007377-1786093200-1786104000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION: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 application that has all the information funders want to see. \nUsing case studies\, this program will focus on real-world grant applications. Comprehensive checklists and worksheets will guide you through every step of planning\, researching\, applying to and managing a grant—without missing a thing! You’ll also develop language specific to your organization that answers common grant questions. URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-7/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20260611T135809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T135809Z UID:10011871-1786093200-1786104000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials DESCRIPTION:You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals\, communications\, virtual event planning and fundraising\, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! \nThis 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 application that has all the information funders want to see. \nUsing case studies\, this program will focus on real-world grant applications. Comprehensive checklists and worksheets will guide you through every step of planning\, researching\, applying to and managing a grant—without missing a thing! You’ll also develop language specific to your organization that answers common grant questions. \nThe only thing you won’t learn in this program is how to celebrate securing a grant proposal. We figure you’ve got that one covered. 🙂 \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/grant-writing/ URL:/calendar/event/grant-writing-essentials-8/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20260504T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200205Z UID:10008880-1786093200-1786114800@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Foundations in Restorative Practices DESCRIPTION:Today’s best thinking in leadership\, education\, and change management emphasize the need to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and part of a community that cares. Whether you are a teacher\, parent\, principal\, health care provider or authority figure\, you can benefit from restorative practices. Over the course of this program\, you’ll be part of a supportive learning group on a fulfilling journey of growth and change. \nThrough discussions\, exercises and other practical activities you’ll deepen your knowledge of the philosophy behind restorative practices. You’ll also gain techniques to build strong\, connected cultures. When conflict occurs you’ll have non-adversarial problem-solving tools to reach solutions that build safer\, healthier\, more equitable environments. \nPractice new ways of relating to people and holding power. Instead of experiencing resistance and avoidance or having to rely on lecturing\, scolding and threatening interventions\, the systematic use of restorative practices will leave you and the people you interact with feeling connected to positive\, resilient and accountable communities. URL:/calendar/event/foundations-in-restorative-practices/2026-08-07/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T160000 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20260511T183848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183848Z UID:10010340-1786093200-1786118400@umaine.edu SUMMARY:MFA Thesis Exhibition: Encounter DESCRIPTION:Lord Hall Gallery is proud to host the MFA Thesis Exhibition: Encounter. The exhibition will feature works by Chloe DaSilva\, Jenna Davenport\, Samantha Grimwood and Emily Whittemore. \nThe show will also feature Uº£½ÇÉçÇø alumni Adriana Cavalcanti\, Rachel E. Church\, Aylah Ireland and Anna Martin. \nThe exhibition runs from May 15th through August 7th. A public opening reception will be held on Friday\, May 15th from 5-7pm. URL:/calendar/event/mfa-thesis-exhibition-encounter-2/2026-08-07/ LOCATION:Lord Hall Gallery\, Lord Hall\, University of º£½ÇÉçÇø\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows GEO:44.9006914;-68.6705776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lord Hall Gallery Lord Hall University of º£½ÇÉçÇø Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lord Hall\, University of º£½ÇÉçÇø:geo:-68.6705776,44.9006914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20260325T124437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T124437Z UID:10007085-1786096800-1786104000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Food Safety Webinar Series: From Document Writing to Audit Day: A Small Business Guide to Food Safety Compliance DESCRIPTION:The Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Extension Food Safety Webinar Series is a monthly\, expert-led educational series focused on practical food safety\, regulatory compliance\, and product innovation across the food system. Sessions cover topics such as electronic record-keeping\, workforce training\, chemical safety\, food adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, audit readiness\, product development\, environmental air quality\, and alternative protein innovations. The series is designed for food producers\, processors\, seafood businesses\, entrepreneurs\, quality assurance staff\, extension educators\, students\, faculty\, regulatory professionals\, and technical specialists\, with particular relevance for those working with food safety training\, compliance systems\, seafood hazards\, product development\, and emerging technologies in food processing. \nFood businesses and professionals face increasing regulatory expectations\, evolving hazards\, and rapid technological change. By addressing real-world topics such as digital compliance systems\, chemical handling\, adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, and audit preparation\, the series helps participants stay current and make informed\, practical decisions. Participants will gain practical tools\, real-world case studies\, and actionable strategies related to training programs\, compliance documentation\, safe chemical use\, adulteration prevention\, seafood safety\, product innovation\, and environmental controls—knowledge they can immediately apply in their operations\, classrooms\, or regulatory work. \nFrom Document Writing to Audit Day: A Small Business Guide to Food Safety Compliance\nWith over three decades of leadership in food quality assurance\, Patricia Hinds provides the expert guidance small businesses need to navigate today’s regulatory landscape. As the Principal of Food Safety and Audit Solutions of º£½ÇÉçÇø\, Patricia leverages her deep experience ranging from the º£½ÇÉçÇø Department of Marine Resources to Stonyfield Farm to help clients achieve FSMA compliance and GFSI audit readiness. She brings specialized expertise in diverse sectors\, including poultry\, dairy\, seafood\, and food packaging. \nTo Register and Receive Webinar Zoom Link URL:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-document-writing-to-audit-day/ CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu LOCATION:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-document-writing-to-audit-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000 DTSTAMP:20260628T063211 CREATED:20260515T155928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T155928Z UID:10010790-1786096800-1786122000@umaine.edu SUMMARY:Zillman Art Museum Exhibitions DESCRIPTION:The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th\, 2026. \nExhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper\, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection\, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: Curatorial Intern 2026. \nNote: Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World and Society & Power: Curatorial Intern 2026 will be on display through August 22\, 2026. URL:/calendar/event/zillman-art-museum-exhibitions/2026-08-07/ LOCATION:Zillman Art Museum\, 40 Harlow Street\, Bangor\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Public Programs and Shows END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR