Please see our web page for details
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/close-encounters-agriculture/
We are now accepting reservation requests for the 2024 event taking place October 8-31, 2024. Requests will be open until May 17, 2024.
Registration available through Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/29th-annual-procrastinators-pesticide-and-…
University of Maryland Extension, in cooperation with Montgomery College, is pleased to announce the 29th Annual Procrastinator's Pesticide and Urban Nutrient Management Conference. The meeting will be in person only.
Topics include exciting happenings in the insect and mite world, turf organic herbicide efficacy trial results, using the pest predictive calendar, disease updates, and equipment calibration. The full agenda will be available in late May.
Yes, this year is a true procrastinator's meeting. And yes, this will still count for Maryland pesticide credits!
Pending credits:
Maryland Pesticide
Maryland Professional Fertilizer Applicator
Maryland Licensed Tree Expert (LTE)
D.C. Pesticide
Virginia Pesticide
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Date: June 24, 2024 | Monday
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: 14010 Montevideo Road, Poolesville, MD. 20837 | Cost: Free
Description: Join University of Maryland Extension, NRCS, and Amanda Cather for an educational pasture walk at Plow and Stars Farm in Poolesville, MD (Montgomery county). Plow and Stars Farm raises grass-fed Katahdin lamb and poultry with a focus on diversified grazing and soil health practices. Topics of discussion will include raising grass-fed lamb, practices to build soil health, and parasite management on pasture. Sponsored by University of Maryland Extension and NE SARE
Registration: https://go.umd.edu/pw-june
May 9, 2024 9:30am-2:30pm
Planting green demonstration, Biomass and root sampling activities, Soil pit investigation, Slug scouting and control methods, Single species and mixes, sandy and clayey soils
The field day will include coffee, light breakfast and lunch
Topics include exciting happenings in the insect and mite world, turf organic herbicide efficacy trial results, using the pest predictive calendar, disease updates, and equipment calibration. The full agenda will be available in late May.
Yes, this year is a true procrastinator's meeting. And yes, this will still count for Maryland pesticide credits!
Date: Fri, Jun 28 at 7:45 AM
Location: Agricultural History Farm Park • 18410 Muncaster Rd, Derwood MD 20855
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/29th-annual-procrastinators-pesticide-and-…
BHV is an inter-generational community of neighbors helping neighbors through social, educational and recreational activities
Join Bradley Hills Village members at the Connie Morella Library in Bethesda where Florence Williams will lead us through an investigation into the restorative benefits of nature. She'll draw on cutting-edge research and her explorations to examine the relationship between nature and human cognition, mood and creativity. Williams in a journalist, author and podcaster. The Nature Fix was an Audible bestseller and was named a top summer read by J.P. Morgan. She is a contributing editor of Outside Magazine and a free lance writer for the New York Times and other publications. A Fellow at the Center for Humans and Nature and a visiting scholar at George Washington Univeristy, her work focuses on environment, health and science.
Registration: Registration for the contest is submitted via the 4-H Online registration system. All youth participants and youth/adult coaches must be registered in 4HOnline by February 21, 2024.
Here in Maryland, we are committed to growing an inclusive program where youth have opportunities to engage in STEM, Civic Engagement, Healthy Living, and Agriculture through clubs, afterschool, camps, and more! All youth ages 5-18 years old are invited to join the fun. Want to learn more? Contact your local 4-H office to find out more.
The 2024 Maryland 4-H Livestock Skillathon will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
Contest rules: Contest rules are available on the Maryland 4-H website at https://extension.umd.edu/programs/4-h-youth-development/program-areas/animal-sciences (under Animal Science Events and Animal Science Resources sections).
Eligibility/fees: The Livestock Skillathon is a contest where individuals compete. There are NO team entries. There will be a $5.00 entry fee for each contestant. There is no limit to the number of individuals each UME unit may enter in this contest.
LUNCH will be on your own. After completing all stations of their respective age divisions, contestants will be released for lunch (on your own) immediately. Awards will be presented beginning at approximately 2:00 pm.
Youth do not need to own livestock to compete in this contest; to find out more, contact your local 4-H office.
The IAA offers nine majors to jump-start your career in agribusiness, sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, horticulture, landscaping, turfgrass management, or ag communications. We will explore areas of study, financial aid and scholarships, world-class facilities, campus life, and more!
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.
