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Promotional graphic for the Solar Energy Webinar Series: ‘Solar Installation,’ scheduled for March 30, 2026, includes UMD Extension branding and solar panels in the background
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/MarSolar2026
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on
or before March 16, 2026 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

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Cost
Free Event
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Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

Solar Energy Webinar Series: Solar Installation

Monday, Mar 30
  • 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/MarSolar2026
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on
or before March 16, 2026 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

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Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

This session will explore PV system sizing, installation steps, and maintenance requirements. It will cover contractor selection, permitting, and long-term upkeep for residential and agricultural solar projects. It is the sixth webinar in the 2025-2026 Solar Energy Webinar Series, which introduces key topics in solar energy for Maryland residents and professionals. Hosted by Drew Schiavone, Energy Specialist with University of Maryland Extension.

Promotional graphic for the Solar Energy Webinar Series: ‘Solar Regulations,’ scheduled for February 16, 2026, includes UMD Extension branding and solar panels in the background
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/FebSolar2026
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on
or before February 2, 2026 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

Solar Energy Webinar Series: Solar Regulations

  • Monday, February 16 - Monday, February 16
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/FebSolar2026
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on
or before February 2, 2026 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

This session will explore Maryland’s solar policies, permitting requirements, and zoning considerations for PV development. Topics include the Renewable Portfolio Standard, net metering, CPCN, interconnection, and legal issues such as nuisance claims. It is the fifth webinar in the 2025-2026 Solar Energy Webinar Series, which
introduces key topics in solar energy for Maryland residents and professionals. Hosted by Drew Schiavone, Energy Specialist with University of Maryland Extension.
 

Promotional graphic for the Solar Energy Webinar Series: ‘Solar Storage,’ scheduled for January 19, 2026, includes UMD Extension branding and solar panels in the background
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/JanSolar2026
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before January 5, 2026 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

Solar Energy Webinar Series: Solar Storage

  • Monday, January 19 - Monday, January 19
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/JanSolar2026
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before January 5, 2026 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

This session will explore how to integrate battery storage with solar PV systems, including sizing, economics, and key considerations for residential, farm, and commercial applications. It is the fourth webinar in the 2025-2026 Solar Energy Webinar Series, which introduces key topics in solar energy for Maryland residents and professionals. Hosted by Drew Schiavone, Energy Specialist with University of Maryland Extension.

Wreath Making Workshop Flyer
Cost
$ $15
Location
Cecil County Administration Building (use rear entrance)
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Contact
Cecil County Master Gardeners

Wreath Making Workshop

  • Saturday, December 13 - Saturday, December 13
Registration
Cost
$ $15
Location
Cecil County Administration Building (use rear entrance)
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Contact
Cecil County Master Gardeners

Join us for an engaging and interactive experience!  Craft your very own stunning wreath!

Guest Speaker Series - Relational Stewardship: Regenerative Agriculture and Traditional Land Stewardship

  • Wednesday, November 19 - Wednesday, November 19

Session 2 topic discussion includes the MDA’s Leaders in Environmentally Engaged Farming (LEEF), Maryland Department of Natural Resources leasing programs, and the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.
Date: November 19, 2025
Time: 4pm to 5:30pm EST
Location: Zoom or at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School
Reception with refreshments to follow
Register Here
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Promotional graphic for the Solar Energy Webinar Series: ‘Solar Design,’ scheduled for December 15, 2025, includes UMD Extension branding and solar panels in the background
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/DecSolar2025
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before December 1, 2025 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

Solar Energy Webinar Series: Solar Design

  • Monday, December 15 - Monday, December 15
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/DecSolar2025
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before December 1, 2025 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

This session will cover design fundamentals for solar energy systems, including site assessment, system sizing, and planning considerations for residential and agricultural applications. It is the third webinar in the Fall 2025 Solar Energy Webinar Series, which introduces key topics in solar energy for Maryland residents and professionals. Hosted by Drew Schiavone, Energy Specialist with University of Maryland Extension.

Promotional graphic for the Solar Energy Webinar Series: ‘Solar Science,’ scheduled for November 24, 2025, includes UMD Extension branding and solar panels in the background
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/NovSolar2025
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before November 10, 2025 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

Solar Energy Webinar Series: Solar Science

  • Monday, November 24 - Monday, November 24
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/NovSolar2025
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before November 10, 2025 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
Cost
Free Event
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

This session will explain the fundamentals of solar PV technology, including energy conversion, system components, and performance considerations. It is the second webinar in the Fall 2025 Solar Energy Webinar Series, which introduces key topics in solar energy for Maryland residents and professionals. Hosted by Drew Schiavone, Energy Specialist with University of Maryland Extension.

Promotional graphic for the Solar Energy Webinar Series: ‘Solar Market,’ scheduled for October 27, 2025, includes UMD Extension branding and solar panels in the background
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/OctSolar2025
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before October 20, 2025 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

Register Now
About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

Solar Energy Webinar Series: Solar Market

  • Monday, October 27 - Monday, October 27
Registration

Register for the webinar here:
https://go.umd.edu/OctSolar2025
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Drew Schiavone on or before October 20, 2025 at dschiavo@umd.edu, or 301-226-7581.

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About the Organizer
Contact
Drew Schiavone
Phone: 301-226-7581

This session will explore Maryland’s solar market, including current incentives, economic drivers, and emerging opportunities for homes, farms, and businesses. It is the first webinar in the Fall 2025 Solar Energy Webinar Series, which introduces key topics in solar energy for Maryland residents and professionals. Hosted by Drew Schiavone, Energy Specialist with University of Maryland Extension.

Garden Senses Edible Flowers Flyer
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Cost
Free Event
Location
Cecil County Public Library North East Branch
About the Organizer
Contact
Cecil County Master Gardeners

Garden Senses: Edible Flowers

  • Tuesday, October 21 - Tuesday, October 21
Registration
Cost
Free Event
Location
Cecil County Public Library North East Branch
About the Organizer
Contact
Cecil County Master Gardeners

Investigating how to share, eat, and distribute flowers has been an integral part of our cultures.  Learn the uses of flowers in contemporary and historic culinary practices.

Trees - Asset or Liability? Flyer
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Cost
Free Event
Location
Cecil County Administration Building (use rear entrance)
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Cecil County Master Gardeners

Trees - Asset or Liability?

  • Wednesday, October 08 - Wednesday, October 08
Registration
Cost
Free Event
Location
Cecil County Administration Building (use rear entrance)
About the Organizer
Contact
Cecil County Master Gardeners

All trees you select to plant or have inherited with your property purchase should be an asset.  What can cause the shift to hazard or liability?  Learn what can cause your beautiful tree to deteriorate.

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