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Register through link above. For questions, accomodation or scholarship inquiries, reach out Lynn Matava lmatava@umd.edu or (301)226-7713.
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UME Mission & Vision
VISION: The University of Maryland Extension (UME) will be known for addressing the most pressing challenges facing our communities through responsive education and resources, impactful research and innovative collaboration.
Our plan is structured around four key priorities providing guidance and focus for our work. Each priority is supported by a clear goal, actionable strategies and measurable success metrics to track progress.
MISSION: UME empowers people and communities to improve their lives by offering transformative, science-based education and leading collaborative partnerships across Maryland and beyond.
VALUES: Helping people; Intellectual freedom and creativity; Excellence in educational programs; Lifelong learning; Truth, ethical and professional conduct, and integrity.
PROGRAM AREAS: UME fulfills its mission through four program areas, which program leaders direct: 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture and Food Systems, Environment, Natural Resources & Sea Grant Extension, and Family & Consumer Sciences.
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Dining with Diabetes Series
- Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center (ESAHEC)
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Dining with Diabetes program is offered as a series of four weekly classes and one follow up class after three months.
Mondays in June: 1, 8, 15, 22 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Follow up session: September 21
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Eastern Shore Area Health Center, 814 Chesapeake Drive, Cambridge, MD 21613
Each in-person session includes diabetes education and food tastings.
This program is led by Registered Dietitians and trained University of Maryland Extension Educators in consultation with Registered Dietitians.
*If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Lynn Matava at (301) 226-7713 or lmatava@umd.edu no later than 5/20/2026
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.
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Safe Drinking Water Webinar #3
- Wednesday, June 10 - Thursday, May 14
Learn what’s in your water—and what you can do about it. Join University of Maryland experts for a free, engaging webinar (via Zoom) on drinking water quality, including how to test your water and understand your results. Connect with researchers and UMD Extension Agents, and share your experiences. All are welcome! Register here.
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Register for the Zoom meeting here: https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/J4fm_9I-Q0aru-20I7_7lA#/registration
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Safe Drinking Water Webinar #1
- Thursday, May 28 - Thursday, May 14
Learn what’s in your water—and what you can do about it. Join University of Maryland experts for a free, engaging workshop on drinking water quality, including how to test your water and understand your results. Connect with environmental health scientists from the UMD School of Public Health and UMD Extension Agents, and share your experiences. All are welcome! Click here to register.
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Deck and Patio Butterfly Garden
- Saturday, June 06 - Saturday, June 06
Join the Master Gardeners of Harford County and discover the best practices for successful container gardening. Learn the best plants for attracting pollinators and identify the challenges you might encounter.
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AGNR Commencement
- Thursday, May 21 - Thursday, May 21
Join us to watch our graduating students cross the stage on Thursday, May 21 from 2pm-4m. Tickets are required for the ceremony. Procession and ceremony will begin promptly at 2pm. It is recommended that guests and graduates park in Regents Garage which is ADA accessible and will have a shuttle running to/from the Armory. Campus parking as a whole will be unrestricted and pay stations will be turned off on commencement days.
For more information: https://agnr.umd.edu/undergraduate/current-students/agnr-commencement/
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Go to the URL attached. Tickets are $20! Children guests who are 10 and under are priced at $15.
Eat, Drink, and Be Maryland
- Thursday, June 04 - Thursday, June 04
Eat, Drink and Be Maryland is a relaxed chance to reconnect with fellow AGNR Terps over good food and local flavors. Share stories from campus, swap career updates, and enjoy time with friends who know what “AGNR proud” feels like.
The evening includes farm picnic dinner, wagon tour of the agronomy and horticulture programs of the Wye Research and Education Center and Strawberry shortcakes for dessert.
Your registration helps the AGNR Alumni Network keep alumni connected and support current students through mentoring, networking, and community programs. Tickets are priced at $20 and for children 10 and under it is $15. We’re looking forward to seeing you there 🎉.
Menu includes: Fried Chicken, homemade potato salad, bbq beans, fresh fruit, homemade rolls, fresh strawberry shortcake, ice tea, lemonade and water.
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Allegany County Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale
- Saturday, May 16 - Saturday, May 16
The Master Gardener Volunteers of UME Allegany County will hold a plant sale on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm at the UME Allegany County office, located at 1 Commerce Drive, Cumberland, MD. Vegetables, flowers, native plants, and other plants will be available at the event. Funds from this sale go towards supporting future Allegany County Master Gardener Volunteer educational and community programs.
For questions, please email sllewell@umd.edu or call the office at 301-724-3320.
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 any event or activity, please contact your local University of Maryland Extension Office.
