Join us for a reception to celebrate the 60+ contributing artists, announce the winners of the student visual art competition, enjoy some light refreshments and insect-themed goodies! 

The exhibition will stay open late for this reception, running from 5PM - 7PM. Everyone is welcome! Please visit the exhibition web page for parking information: https://go.umd.edu/insectartshow. 

About the Exhibition: 

Another Look, Another World is an interdisciplinary exhibition exploring how visual art may deepen our understanding of Maryland’s insect biodiversity and inspire greater appreciation for the ecological roles insects play in our environment. The exhibition is part of a University of Maryland Arts for All-funded project aimed at engaging students in science communication through art, increasing awareness of insect biodiversity and ecological roles, fostering collaboration across disciplines, evaluating changes in attendee knowledge, attitudes, and intentions, and contributing to a replicable arts-based model for conservation education.

The exhibition will highlight six Maryland insect species that are included on Maryland’s List of Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Animals. Original works created through the exhibition’s two different open calls will be displayed alongside science-based information about insect ecological roles, insect habitats, and key conservation actions.

Anyone, including University of Maryland students, faculty, staff, and community members, are invited to explore the exhibition, whether by creating and submitting artwork, learning more about Maryland’s insects, or simply taking another look at some small but essential organisms that shape our ecosystems. By bringing art, science, and environmental education together, Another Look, Another World seeks to create opportunities for reflection, discovery, collaboration, action, and new ways of seeing the connections between insects, people, and the places we share.

Join us for a FREE festival celebrating pecans and the many ways Extension serves our community!

Stop by to meet the Extension team and learn about the programs, resources, and expertise available to you, from gardening and agriculture to family and community support. While you're here, dive into the history of Pecans on the Shore, make your own pecan crafts, take part in a pecan tree planting, and sample delicious pecan food demos.

Bring the whole family for games, giveaways, and fun for all ages. There's something for everyone, and it's all free!

Join us for the Allegany County University of Maryland Extension Open House on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Allegany County Extension Office, 1 Commerce Drive, Cumberland, MD 21502.

Stop by for an afternoon of discovery and learn more about the programs, resources, and services offered by our Extension team. Meet staff, explore the Demonstration Garden with a Master Gardener, learn about carnivorous plants and gardening, participate in hands-on activities for kids, and bring your pressure canner gauge for testing. Farmers can also connect with our Nutrient Management Advisor, and 4-H animals will be available from 3 to 5 p.m.

As part of the celebration, come enjoy 4-H Week activities from 5 to 6 p.m. For more information, call 301-724-3320.

Join us for a Native Plant Class and Seed Harvesting Event on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Allegany County Extension Office (UME), 1 Commerce Drive, Cumberland, MD 21502.

Learn about the importance of native plants, their ecosystems, and how to cultivate them in your garden through winter sowing. The event includes native plant education, a native plant garden tour, and a hands-on seed-harvesting session. Participants will also have the opportunity to take home free native seeds for winter sowing. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, please contact our office at 301-724-3320 by October 10, 2026

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. 

Join Talbot County Master Gardener Volunteers and Sam Droege, Wildlife Biologist with USGS at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. His work on native bees of North America provides insight on how we can create pollinator gardens with minimal effort.

Salisbury, MD – The Wicomico Extension Office is cracking open a new tradition this Fall with its First Annual Nutterfest. The free celebration will be held Saturday November 7th at the Extension Office. Residents and visitors are invited to come “get a little nutty” and join our faculty and staff in learning more about Extension.

“There is so much happening at the Wicomico Extension Office, and we’d love for more people in our community to come in and see what we have to offer,” says Area Extension Director Nicole Walker. “Whether you’re interested in gardening, agriculture, nutrition and healthy living, or opportunities for young people through 4-H, there really is something here for everyone.”

Extension Agents welcome the community to come out and share some pecan crafts, food demos, and even tree planting. Nutty trivia and local entertainment will be provided, food will be available for sale from a local food vendor.

The name “Nutterfest” came about because of the community’s love of the bountiful pecan trees on the property. 

“Gathering pecans from the trees on our property has become a tradition that many people in our community look forward to each year, and we’re excited to celebrate that tradition with Nutterfest,” explains Walker. “We hope you’ll come out, enjoy everything pecan, and help us celebrate something that has become such a special part of this property and our community.” 

Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. As the name suggests, tree nuts will be present at the event. Attendees with nut allergies are encouraged to take appropriate precautions. Nutterfest will run from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. rain or shine at the Extension Office at 28647 Old Quantico Rd in Salisbury. For more information call 410.749.6141 or email:dlewis97@umd.edu.

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join Student Ambassadors for a brief tour of our 4.5-acre on-campus farm. Led by current students enrolled in the Animal Sciences program, this experience will showcase our resident farm animals and highlight the incredible hands-on opportunities available both in and out of the classroom. If you are considering an undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences at the University of Maryland, this is the perfect chance to see your future campus in action!

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join Student Ambassadors for a brief tour of our 4.5-acre on-campus farm. Led by current students enrolled in the Animal Sciences program, this experience will showcase our resident farm animals and highlight the incredible hands-on opportunities available both in and out of the classroom. If you are considering an undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences at the University of Maryland, this is the perfect chance to see your future campus in action!

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join Student Ambassadors for a brief tour of our 4.5-acre on-campus farm. Led by current students enrolled in the Animal Sciences program, this experience will showcase our resident farm animals and highlight the incredible hands-on opportunities available both in and out of the classroom. If you are considering an undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences at the University of Maryland, this is the perfect chance to see your future campus in action!

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join Student Ambassadors for a brief tour of our 4.5-acre on-campus farm. Led by current students enrolled in the Animal Sciences program, this experience will showcase our resident farm animals and highlight the incredible hands-on opportunities available both in and out of the classroom. If you are considering an undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences at the University of Maryland, this is the perfect chance to see your future campus in action!