Welcome to Alabama Extension Week. Join educators and staff April 12–18 to celebrate the impact, innovation, and life-changing moments of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. This week will shine a spotlight on the Extension programs, people, and partnerships that help Alabamians learn, grow, and thrive. Check out our full lineup of in-person events, engaging webinars, television appearances, and educational resources—all designed to show you how Extension does that!

Extension Week Schedule

In addition to the events below, there are many county Extension events happening across Alabama. For details on local events, contact your county Extension office at aces.edu/Counties.

Moments That Matter

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System provides careers rooted in service. Through Extension, people work directly with Alabama communities, farmers, families, schools, and businesses—connecting them to resources from Auburn and Alabama A&M universities. From county office staff and 4-H to program area agents and specialists, there are many appealing career options with Alabama Extension.

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Eat, Grow, Move, Save & Shop Better

Early classes, late-night study sessions, workouts, clubs; you have a lot going on and your body needs fuel to keep up. Tired of hitting that mid-afternoon energy slump? Alabama Extension can help. Fuel your body the right way, so everything else gets easier. With practical, research-based advice, you will learn how to stay focused and alert in class, build habits that keep your energy steady all day, and make simple nutrition choices that help you feel better. Learn more at aces.edu/go/EnergyBoost.

No backyard? No problem! Adding plants to your dorm, apartment, or balcony can boost your mood and upgrade your space. Alabama Extension can take you from a total novice to a full-fledged green thumb. With research-backed tips, you will learn how to grow your own food, care for plants in containers and small spaces, and water just right—not too much, not too little.

Learn more at aces.edu/go/GreenThumb.

The next time that you need a break, try stepping outside instead of making another coffee run. Fresh air does more than you might think. Whether it is a short walk or a long hike, enjoying the outdoors can reset your mood, lower stress, and clear your head. Want to level up your outdoor knowledge? Alabama Extension has your back. With quick, easy-to-follow guides, you can identify common trees and plants, recognize and help remove invasive species, and avoid hazards like poison ivy or dangerous wildlife. Learn more at aces.edu/go/TakeaHike.

Tuition, rent, textbooks, late-night grub runs; college costs add up fast. Throw in debt payments, and things can feel overwhelming. But here’s the truth: you are not bad with money. You are learning. That’s where Alabama Extension can help. Through Alabama Extension, you will find free financial resources that help you understand debt, avoid borrowing more than you need, and make smart money moves. Learn more at aces.edu/go/BeatDebt.

These days, grocery shopping almost guarantees a double take at the register. Sticker shock is real. Prices are high, and making ends meet is not always easy. Here’s the good news: Alabama Extension can help. Using practical, no-nonsense tools, you can learn to plan meals with purpose, shop smarter without sacrificing meals you enjoy, and choose healthy and affordable options. Learn more at aces.edu/go/StickerShock.