Calendar

The following is a list of events taking place around the country – and the world!

Most of the events are organized or co-sponsored by MOFGA but other events are listed as well.
Visit the MOFGA Events page. Interested in giving a workshop for MOFGA?

Parasite Fecal Monitoring for “Backyard” Livestock

MOFGA's Education Center 294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity, ME, United States

Learn how to support your livestock animals’ health by examining their fecal samples for parasites and general markers of gut health. Fecal monitoring is one important way to measure the well-being of your animals, and some fecal monitoring can be done at home with the right knowledge and equipment. In this class, Jacki Martinez Perkins, […]

Free – $20

Climate and Soil Health Cafe

The Ecology School Saco, ME

Join MOFGA and Maine Farmland Trust for a climate and soil health focused conversation for farmers and agricultural service providers. We want to address climate-driven events on your farm by focusing on our strengths and building our community of resources. This will be a facilitated discussion, led by farmers, about climate needs, concerns, and adaptation […]

Free

Bench Grafting Workshop

Morning Glory Farm 343 Flat Rd, Bethel, ME, United States

*In the event of severe weather, this workshop will be held on April 20 at 10 am.Sold Out - to be added to the waitlist, email events@mofga.orgLearn how to reproduce your favorite apple tree varieties through bench grafting — the practice of grafting fruit tree scionwood onto rootstock — in this beginner-level workshop. Bench grafting is […]

$50 – $80

2025 Maine Food Convergence

Wavus Camps 88 Wavus Point Road, Jefferson, Maine

The 2025 Convergence Event aims to unite the community in exploring food system shifts that advance social equity, racial justice, and climate resilience.PFAS Advocacy in Maine & DC Join the 2025 Convergence on May 29 for a session led by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association on Maine’s leadership in the fight against PFAS […]

Free – $250

Film Screening: Saving Walden’s World

Maine Film Center 93 Main St, Waterville, ME

MOFGA is proud to partner with the Maine Film Center in Waterville to present a free screening of Saving Walden's World. This documentary, by Maine-based filmmaker Jim Merkel, follows his journey from government contractor to climate activist. Jim travels across continents to learn from societies that are living well with a small ecological footprint, and where […]

Free

Grow Your Own Organic Garden

Kennebec Neighbors Adult Ed Gardiner, ME

*This event has been cancelled due to low registration. If you would like to take the class at the Augusta location on April 30, click here.About the class:Grow Your Own Organic Garden covers all the basics of organic gardening — such as supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, […]

$10

Gardening in Climate Change: Native Plants, Trees, & Ornamentals

Online

Are you curious about adapting your garden to the changing climate?In this webinar, learn some key climate adaptation strategies for gardeners to help your native plants and ornamentals thrive; as well as how what you choose to grow can support your local ecosystem and preservation efforts amid climate change. Learn from Emily Baisden, Wild Seed […]

Free – $20

Earth Day Workday

MOFGA's Education Center 294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity, ME, United States

Join us to celebrate (belated) Earth Day with a spring cleanup at MOFGA’s Common Ground Education Center in Unity on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.We’ll spend time tidying the grounds to get ready for the upcoming growing season and events we'll be hosting. Tasks include raking, garden bed prep, working in […]

Free

Grow Your Own Organic Garden

Augusta Adult & Community Education Augusta, ME

About the class:Grow Your Own Organic Garden covers all the basics of organic gardening — such as supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, watering, and harvesting. Participants will have plenty of time to ask questions and connect with one another about shared experiences in their gardening journeys so […]

$5

Gardening Q&A

Online

Say hello to May, and the growing season, during MOFGA's Gardening Q&A. Whether you've been gardening for decades or you're daydreaming about starting your first garden this year (or somewhere in between), these informal Zoom conversations are a chance to discuss whatever gardening topics are on your mind. Bring your questions for a casual conversation and […]

Free

Mushroom Log Inoculation

MOFGA's Education Center 294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity, ME, United States

Mushrooms are a delicious addition to almost any garden, homestead, woodlot, or farm. In this introductory workshop, learn how to select mushroom logs and varieties, with a specific focus on shiitakes; design an appropriate site for growing shiitakes outdoors; and practice inoculating logs. Participants will be able to bring home an inoculated shiitake log, which […]

$50 – $80

Intro to Sugarbush Management

MOFGA's Education Center 294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity, ME, United States

Join us for a deep dive into sugarbush management! This crash course will cover an overview of maple in Maine, habitat assessment (including Bird Friendly Maple! and invasive plants), production, and financial incentives. You'll leave this workshop with resources and knowledge to increase the biodiversity of your sugarbush while accessing financial resources (including NRCS), forestry technical assistance, and a couple different certifications. This […]

Free – $25

Open-to-all Chainsaw Safety Training

MOFGA's Education Center 294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity, ME, United States

Learn safe chainsaw operation in these one-and-a-half-day courses. We’ll cover personal protective equipment (PPE) and chainsaw selection, and practice safe handling and open-face bore cutting techniques with instructor supervision. Designed for beginners.Day 1 of this course will run 10am - 4pm, and Day 2 will run 8am - 4pm.REGISTER HERELearn more about MOFGA's chainsaw courses […]

$190 – $240

Gardening in Climate Change: Pests & Diseases Q&A

Online

How does climate change affect pests and diseases that gardeners may contend with? And what are some best practices for organic, sustainable, and ethical management of said pests and diseases? Bring your questions, and hear from two experts -- Mariam Taleb and Caleb Goossen -- in this Q&A. This webinar will be recorded, and the recording will be […]

Free – $20

Blossom Tour in the Maine Heritage Orchard

Maine Heritage Orchard 85 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity, ME, United States

Nestled on the serene grounds of MOFGA’s campus in Unity, Maine, the Maine Heritage Orchard has blossomed over the past decade, into a monument of environmental stewardship and agricultural heritage. As it marks its 10th anniversary, the orchard is a testament to community collaboration and educational innovation, showcasing nearly 400 varieties of historic apples and […]

Free