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Week of October 6, 2024

Sunday, October 6, 2024
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Monday, October 7, 2024
Oct 7    8:30am - 3:30pm     Florence, AL
Join us for a one-day chainsaw class where we will learn from Master Arborist and Certified Treecare Safety Professional Gary Ickes. Topics covered include: safety practices, chainsaw design, ergonomics, starting, and more. All attendees will receive a cer...
Oct 7    9:00am - 12:00pm     Hamilton, AL
Carve your pumpkins and learn to arrange cut flowers and greenery to create a beautiful display that's perfect for fall weddings, front porches, kitchen tables and more with Home Grounds agent Makahla Holloway! Afterwards you'll learn all about roasting se...
Oct 7    9:00am - 4:00pm     Valley, AL
Food Protection Manager Certification Course meeting Alabama Department of Public Health requirement for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Pre-registration required. Book, included with $140 fee, will be given out first day of class. Cla...
Oct 7    10:00am - 11:00am     Normal, AL
In-Person Series: Participate in Tai Chi with a small group at Alabama A&M University. During the weekly sessions, engage in movement aimed at improving balance, preventing falls in older adults, and reducing some sources of pain. Address: Alabama A&a...
Oct 7    4:00pm - 5:00pm     Online
Free virtual workshop series presented in collaboration with Faulkner Law. Register: www.aces.edu/go/4449 Topics: October 7 - Estate Planning Overview October 14 - Last Will and Testament October 21 - Powers of Attorney for Finances October 28 - Alabama ...
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Oct 8    9:00am - 4:00pm     Valley, AL
Food Protection Manager Certification Course meeting Alabama Department of Public Health requirement for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Pre-registration required. Book, included with $140 fee, will be given out first day of class. Cla...
Oct 8    9:00am - 12:00pm     Tyler, AL
Participants will learn what to include in their severe weather kits, how to interpret newscaster terms for storms including "watches" and "warnings" , safe locations during storms, food and water safety after storms, and stakeholders will learn how to pro...
Oct 8    10:00am - 12:00pm     Online
A FREE 8-session program to connect individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes with clinical resources through partnerships with Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Address: Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center 8300 AL-104 Fairhope, AL...
Oct 8    10:00am - 12:30pm     Mobile, AL
This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, wher...
Oct 8    10:00am - 12:00pm     Online
A FREE 8-session program to connect individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes with clinical resources through partnerships with Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Location: Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center 8300 AL-104 Fairhop...
Oct 8    4:00pm - 5:00pm     Online
Health Extension for Diabetes is a unique education and support program that connects participants to local clinical resources through partnerships with local hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers. Through a series of 8 sessions provided over 4 mont...
Oct 8    5:30pm - 6:30pm     Online
Fall Small Ruminant Webinar Series Contact: Dr. Felix Uchenna Samuel sfu0001@auburn.edu (256) 924-0984 Register Online ...
Oct 8    6:00pm - 7:30pm     Online
Understanding Heirs Property at the Community Level: Overview, Prevention, and Resolution Contact: Danielle Rudolph ddr0007@aces.edu (334) 201-2847 www.aces.edu/go/4448 ...
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Oct 9    10:00am - 12:00pm     Fayette, AL
Carve your pumpkins and learn to arrange cut flowers and greenery to create a beautiful display that's perfect for fall weddings, front porches, kitchen tables and more! Address: Fayette County Extension Office 640 McConnell Loop Fayette, AL 35555 ...
Oct 9    10:00am - 11:00am     Online
Join the Urban Home Grounds Team on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 10 AM CT to learn the basics of home horticulture in Alabama. Sessions include: October 9 – Let’s...
Oct 9    11:00am - 12:00pm     Huntsville, AL
Register at www.aces.edu/go/TheatreF24 No singing skills required. Final Performance: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Madison County Successful Aging Initiative Conference Address: Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theatre 3312 Long Avenue Huntsville, AL 35805 ...
Oct 9    12:00pm - 1:00pm     Luverne, AL
Join us for a free lunch and learn event at the Luverne Public Library where you will learn how to design and put together fall flower containers for your homes and porches. Address: Luverne Public Library 148 E 3rd St. Luverne, AL 36049 Contact: Emily ...
Oct 9    1:00pm - 2:00pm     Online
Join in to learn key pointers on Fall gardening and lawn maintenance. Register: www.aces.edu/go/4439 Contact: Danielle Rudolph ddr0007@aces.edu (334) 201-2847 www.aces.edu/go/4439 ...
Oct 9    4:00pm - 7:00pm     Valley, AL
Course meeting ADPH requirement to operate as a Cottage Food Operation. Course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, identify foods that can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements and food safety recommendations for the cottage...
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Oct 10    8:00am - 2:00pm     Phenix City, AL
Come purchase locally grown fruits, vegetables and plants at this old-fashioned Farmers Market! Address: Stadium Drive Garrett Harrison Stadium Lot Phenix City, AL 36867 Contact: Jennifer Davidson jenniferd@auburn.edu (334) 298-6845 ...
Oct 10    5:00pm - 6:30pm     Hartselle, AL
Join horticulture agent Holt Campbell for an introduction to landscaping with native plants. Topics will include planting for birds and pollinators, propagating plants from seed and cuttings, wildflower species selection in north Alabama, and converting tu...
Oct 10    6:00pm - 8:00pm     Cullman, AL
Alabama Extension Specialist Dr. Jeremy Pickens will introduce niche production systems that are potentially viable in North Alabama such as Christmas trees and hydroponics. The workshop is free, and a light supper will be provided. Online registration is...
Friday, October 11, 2024
Oct 11    10:00am - 1:00pm     Shorter, AL
Fall is the perfect time to plant strawberries for a spring harvest! We will start at 10:00 am. We will talk about variety selection, irrigation, freeze protection, insects, diseases, fertility and more. Each participant will take home 20 strawberry p...
Oct 11    11:00am - 1:00pm     Florence, AL
Join us to learn all about Landscape Maintenance! Topics include Pruning and Chainsaw Safety, Proper Planting, Right Plant Right Place, and Basic Landscape Design. Lunch will be provided! Registration is $5 and is required to hold your spot. Address: Laud...
Oct 11    11:00am - 12:00pm     Online
Join us for training sessions on traditional conservation topics as well as new and emerging issues in environmental education. This free virtual webinar series offers effective best management practices (BMPs) aimed at safeguarding human, animal & ...
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Oct 12    9:00am - 3:00pm     Auburn University, AL
Pork on the Plains is a workshop for Alabama Pork Producers to learn more about swine herd health, facilities, nutrition, and see a pork carcass breakdown. Address: 500 Shug Jordan Parkway Auburn University, AL 36849 Contact: Landon Marks mlm0013@auburn...