Leading researchers from across the nation will present their findings on novel practices that advance our understanding of the value of manure in crop production. Their works have demonstrated how altering our paradigms of manure management greatly impact agronomic productivity, economic returns, as well as water quality outcomes.

Attendees will also hear from local leaders sharing results from local projects involved in manure management practices. Hear the first-hand experiences from growers and applicators involved in these works and how changing practices has affected their operations.

This is a recertification short course for arborists, landscapers, IPM consultants, horticulturalists, professional gardeners, and others responsible for urban plant management. The course lectures will be held over four days at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD. In addition, there will be a hands-on lab following lecture (available to a limited number of course attendees). Coordinators: Drs. Paula Shrewsbury and Mike Raupp, Dept. of Entomology, University of Maryland

Lecture dates: Monday, January 8 - Thursday, January 11, 2024 from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Lab dates: Monday, January 8 - Thursday, January 11, 2024 (space limited) from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Course and registration information: https://landscapeipmphc.weebly.com/

Questions contact: Amy Yaich, 301-405-3911, umdentomology@umd.edu

The Annual UME Grain Marketing Update will be held Friday, January 5, 2024, from 8:00 am-10:30 am. This virtual meeting will include speakers on various grain marketing topics. Speakers include marketing specialists, traders, and more. Topics include local and national grain outlook for 2024, tax considerations, crop insurance, and crop budgets. The event is open to all, if any accommodations are needed please contact sdill@umd.edu two weeks prior to the event.

Got any questions on drinking water quality? This webinar will provide answers to your questions that you submit during registration, and will also address other common questions that people ask.

Come learn how to plan for healthy cooking and eating during the holidays and every day! Topics include:
* Healthy recipes
* Shopping on a budget
* Menu and meal planning

Text, Talk, Train

Text, Talk, Train Sessions with Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)

Join Marylanders Online and Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT) for the interactive Talk, Text, Train (TTT) virtual training series, where Marylanders can connect, learn, and enhance their digital literacy. This training series is designed to bring people together and foster meaningful conversations and skill building around accessible technology.

Agenda of Sessions

Tuesday, October 17th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Craig Addison, Npower, Tam Watkin, Comcast

Thursday, October 19th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : FCC- ACP, TBD, NFB & Marguerite Woods

Tuesday, October 24th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Blindshell, Diane Ducharme

Thursday, October 26th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Blindshell, Diane Ducharme

Tuesday, October 31st, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2, Robert Felgar

Thursday, November 2nd , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2, Robert Felgar

Tuesday, November 7th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Pixel 6a, Kenny Washington

Thursday, November 9th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Pixel 6a, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, November 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Smart Vision 3, Kenny Washington

Thursday, November 16th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Smart Vision 3, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, November 28th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2 & Raz Memory, Robert Felgar

Thursday, November 30th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2 & Raz Memory, Robert Felgar

Tuesday, December 5th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Real Sam, Carmen Ochoa

Thursday, December 7th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Real Sam, Carmen Ochoa

Tuesday, December 12th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Iphone, Kenny Washington

Thursday, December 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Iphone, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, December 19th, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. : Hable, Freek van Welsenis

Thursday, December 21st, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. : Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services presentation, “Independent Contractor Opportunities”

For more information about Maryland Accessible Communications, visit https://doit.maryland.gov/mdrelay/Pages/Equipment.aspx

For more information about Marylanders Online, visit https://marylandersonline.umd.edu/

Equal Opportunity Disclaimer:

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legal protected class. For a reasonable accommodation to participate in these trainings, please contact Marylanders Online at marylandersonline@umd.edu at least two weeks prior to the event.

Learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and the Maryland Emergency Broadband Benefit (MEBB), two benefit programs that help eligible consumers afford internet service.

A presentation by Marylanders Online will be followed by one-on-one assistance filling out the necessary online forms for the two benefit programs.

ACP provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward broadband service for eligible consumers.

MEBB provides a subsidy up to $15 per month as a discount, allowing eligible consumers to obtain a total benefit of up to $45 discount each month.

If you cannot attend the event, you can learn more about ACP, including eligibility and how to enroll, by visiting www.fcc.gov/ACP, GetInternet.gov, or calling the Marylanders Online help center at 1-866-206-8467.

Questions about this program? Contact Olney Library at 240-773-9545.

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

Please join us for the 2023 Harvest Breakfast. The doors will open at 7:30 am and the breakfast and program will begin at 8:00 am. Breakfast will include coffee, tea, juice, milk, eggs, scrapple, sausage, biscuits, potatoes and more!
Presentation: My Farm is Underwater!!!
Donald Webster, Regional Extension Specialist & Principal Agent
University of Maryland Extension

Individual tickets to the event are $10.
If you are interested in being a sponsor, we are offering two levels:
$50 and a gift basket with your name on it the day of the event, includes two tickets and program recognition.
$100 and we provide a gift basket with your name on it, includes two tickets and program recognition

The morning of the breakfast, we will be accepting monetary donations for the Maryland Food Bank - Eastern Shore.

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Lee Bridgman at the University of Maryland Extension - Queen Anne's County at 410-758-0166 or lbridgmn@umd.edu by November 16, 2023.