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Join University of Maryland Extension Educator, Jennifer Dixon Cravens, for an informative session on how to maintain a healthy diet during the spring season. Whether you are looking to boost your energy levels or simply eat more nutritiously, this event is perfect for you. We'll cover tips, recipes, and much more to help you make the most out of your meals this spring. Don't miss out!

Join University of Maryland Extension Educator, Jennifer Dixon Cravens, for a fun and informative online event where we'll explore the world of healthy cooking with herbs and spices! Learn how to enhance the flavor of your dishes while keeping them safe to eat. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, there is something for everyone in this session.

Join University of Maryland Extension Educator, Jennifer Dixon Cravens, for an insightful discussion on the power of seasonal foods and what to eat to help prevent and manage chronic illnesses. Learn how simple dietary changes can have a big impact on your health. Whether you're a foodie or a health enthusiast, this event is perfect for anyone looking to boost their well-being through the foods they eat. Don't miss out! 

This 10-week course will be offered in an online format.

The class will meet on Tuesday evenings, from 7 to 8:30 pm, from February 10 through April 14, 2026 online.

Students will complete at-your-own pace homework on the course website on campus.extension.org

Topics covered will include business planning, marketing, crop production, livestock husbandry, soil health, integrated pest management, food safety, regulations and certifications, acquiring land and zoning, specialty crops, organic production, and urban agriculture.

More detail about what will be covered can be found in the course syllabus: https://bit.ly/45M4bHj

Course registration is $60 plus eventbrite fees. Two people from the same farm/family may attend the course under one registration.

Learn more and register here: https://go.umd.edu/BFSC2026

Your most powerful tool for managing chronic disease and protecting your heart is on your plate. "Nutrition Plus" is a practical class designed to empower you with specific, actionable food strategies that work. Move from confusion to confidence as we translate nutritional science into everyday choices. 

The University of Maryland Extension, Harford County Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Jennifer Dixon Cravens, will be hosting a free online class on communicating with your healthcare provider. Our class will equip you with the practical tools and confidence to have more productive appointments. Learn how to prepare for visits, ask the right questions, understand medical information, and collaborate effectively with your care team. Become an active partner in your own health.

Join us for conversations that explore stewardship and regenerative agriculture practices, as well as environmental legal frameworks informed by Traditional Knowledge. With growing interest in blending ancient technologies with modern science, this series invites us to explore how these ways of knowing can work together—while honoring and giving credit to the Indigenous communities who have shaped and sustained them.

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.

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.