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Growing Great Garlic
with Brigit McCallum
Do you love garlic in your cooking? Did you know you can grow it yourself? Get some tips on when and how to raise your own crop here in Maine.
Canning for Beginners
with Kate Cobb
Canning is a great way to preserve your food, but it can also be a little intimidating to get started. Learn the basics of water bath and pressure canning equipment and techniques. Bring your questions!
Basic Home Repair
with Dean Currier
Each week we will focus on an essential part of home repairs: walls, plumbing, heating, and electrical. Dean will be bringing in examples so that you can get some hands-on practice! Materials fee $10
Raising Backyard Chickens
with Kate Cobb
Whether you already have a backyard flock or are looking to have a flock of your own, this informative class will provide a fresh perspective on keeping chickens in Maine. We will cover how to choose the right chickens and where to get them. There will also be a discussion on chicken housing and how to keep your flock thriving for years of enjoyment. Bring: Pen and paper
Mushroom Identification
with Leo Todd
Have you noticed a variety of mushrooms popping up in your yard and wondered, “How can I know which species these are? Is my pet safe around them?” Let’s explore the vast and fantastic world of our native fungi of Maine! We will begin with identifying common species, and then explore different field guides and how to use them, and discuss the life cycles and ecology of mushrooms. Bring: Mushrooms for identification