Burke Island Road, Burke Island Road Athens AL, 35614
SERVSAFE food safety certification for food service workers. The 2 day SERVSAFE class will be held March 1, 2021 and March 3. 2021 beginning at 9AM. SERVSAFE material should be obtained 2 weeks before class time.
Address:
Burke Island Road
Athens, AL 35614
Contact:
Susan Hill
hillaps@auburn.edu
(205) 489-5376
415 5th Ave. E.A., 415 5th Ave. E.A. Oneanta AL, 35121
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager COurse meeting ADPH requirements for retail permit holders. This is a two-day course. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date or call instructor for availability. Christy 205-217-6495
Address:
415 5th Ave. E.A.
Oneanta, AL 35121
Contact:
Christy Mendoza
cnm0012@auburn.edu
2052176495
Online
Annie’s Project is a farm financial management webinar series geared toward women in agriculture. The class will have live, virtual classes as well as activities and recorded presentations to view outside of class.
Contact:
Jessica Kelton
keltoja@auburn.edu
334-405-0699
228-F Binford Dr., 228-F Binford Dr. Huntsville AL, 35805
Participants will talk about all things related to planning, spending, savings, credit and banking.
This program is designed to give nuggets of information to help you become more financially savvy.
Address:
228-F Binford Dr.
Huntsville, AL 35805
Contact:
Donna Gullatte
dgullatt@aces.edu
(256) 541-3580
Online
Right Bite: Setting the Table for Healthy Eating is a fun way for adults and teens to learn how to: Understand and use the Nutrition Facts label, make incremental changes in their diet and physical activity to add up to great results; small changes add up. understand their options when eating out, making healthy choices at the grocery store and control blood pressure and mange heart disease.
Contact:
Helen H Jones
herndhj@auburn.edu
(334) 201-6775
171 Experiment Loop, 171 Experiment Loop Winfield AL, 35594
This event provides training and testing for private applicator license required by growers to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides on their farm or operation. A written exam follows the training. There is a fee of $20 payable to ACES at the door. Due to COVID, registration is limited to 15 and preregistration is required. Participants must bring and wear a facemask in accordance with COVID guidelines. Please contact Marion County Extension Office at 205-921-3551, to register (specify morning or afternoon session) and for additional information on this event.
Address:
171 Experiment Loop
Winfield, AL 35594
Contact:
Andrew Baril
ajb0012@aces.edu
(205) 388-6893
525 School Street, 525 School Street Eufaula AL, 36027
This event provides training and testing for private applicator license required by growers to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides on their farm or operation. A written exam follows the training. There is a fee of $20 payable at the door. Due to COVID, registration is limited and preregistration is required.
Address:
525 School Street
Eufaula, AL 36027
Contact:
Jessica Kelton
keltoja@auburn.edu
334-405-0699
Online
Tomato Production Webinar to cover the latest in tomato varieties and production practices. Pre-registration required. Once registered, a Zoom link will be sent to the participant’s email.
Contact:
Rudy Yates
yatesrp@aces.edu
(334) 295-5959
171 Experiment Loop, 171 Experiment Loop Winfield AL, 35594
This event provides training and testing for private applicator license required by growers to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides on their farm or operation. A written exam follows the training. There is a fee of $20 payable to ACES at the door. Due to COVID, registration is limited to 15 and preregistration is required. Participants must bring and wear a facemask in accordance with COVID guidelines. Please contact Marion County Extension Office at 205-921-3551, to register (specify morning or afternoon session) and for additional information on this event.
Address:
171 Experiment Loop
Winfield, AL 35594
Contact:
Andrew Baril
ajb0012@aces.edu
(205) 388-6893
Online
Let’s have a DEEP conversation about managing your diabetes.
Participants will learn: Understanding the Human Body, Understanding Risk Factors for Diabetes, Monitoring Your Body, Being Physically Active, Planning Meals, Identifying and Preventing Complications, Learning about Medications & Medical Care, and Living with Diabetes: Mobilizing Your Family and Friends.
Contact:
Helen H Jones
herndhj@auburn.edu
3342016775
Conecuh County Extension Office, 102 Evergreen AL, 36401
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course meeting Alabama Department of Public Health requirement for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Seating is limited. COVID-19 safety protocols in place.
Address:
Conecuh County Extension Office
102
Evergreen, AL 36401
Contact:
Rebecca Catalena
rjc0026@auburn.edu
(251) 234-1050
Online
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) Certification program is a workshop that trains community leaders on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to become effective educators in diabetes. The program uses interactive group activities and adult education methodologies. The community leaders attend a 20-hour workshop and are eligible for certification as peer educators. Come be a part of the fight against diabetes.
Contact:
Helen H Jones
herndhj@auburn.edu
(334) 201-6775
Burke Island Road, Burke Island Road Athens AL, 35614
SERVSAFE food safety certification for food service workers. The 2 day SERVSAFE class will be held March 1, 2021 and March 3. 2021 beginning at 9AM. SERVSAFE material should be obtained 2 weeks before class time.
Address:
Burke Island Road
Athens, AL 35614
Contact:
Susan Hill
hillaps@auburn.edu
(205) 489-5376
66 Communication Drive, 66 Communication Drive Rockford AL, 35136
Free Tax Assistance Program for individuals with income of $54,000 or less or if age 60 and older any income. Certified and Trained Tax Preparers will provide free tax assistance and electronically filing of federal and state income tax forms
Address:
66 Communication Drive
Rockford, AL 35136
Contact:
Sharon Haynes
sah0008@aces.edu
(256) 377-4713
415 5th Ave. E.A., 415 5th Ave. E.A. Oneanta AL, 35121
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager COurse meeting ADPH requirements for retail permit holders. This is a two-day course. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date or call instructor for availability. Christy 205-217-6495
Address:
415 5th Ave. E.A.
Oneanta, AL 35121
Contact:
Christy Mendoza
cnm0012@auburn.edu
2052176495
1500 Noccalula Road, 1500 Noccalula Road Gadsden AL, 35904
This event will provide an overview of some of the most common invasive and non-native plantsthat landowners and managers must control in Alabama and the throughout the southeast. Powerpoint
presentations will discuss why plants are invasive as well as how to identify and control plants with a variety of methods, with special focus on mechanical and chemical controls. Native alternatives will also be discussed. Continuing education points will be available (10 Commercial Pesticide Applicator Points for categories: AQ, D&R, FOR, REG, ROW OTPC, OTPS, 5 Professional Logging Manager Points, and 4.5 Category 1 Continuing Forester Education Points).
Address:
1500 Noccalula Road
Gadsden, AL 35904
Contact:
Norm Haley
nvh0001@aces.edu
(256) 574-2143
Online
This class will focus on making “smart decisions” related to fall prevention. Attendees will not only learn about fall prevention but also participate in exercise “moves” that increase balance, coordination, and endurance.
Contact:
Danielle Rudolph
ddr0007@aces.edu
(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/MoveSmart
FREE Online, Statewide23952 Alabama Hwy 55, P.O. Box 519 Andalusia AL, 36420
This is a food safety course for food permit holders. It is required that someone who is ServSafe certified must be present at all times when food is being prepared and served.
Address:
23952 Alabama Hwy 55
P.O. Box 519
Andalusia, AL 36420
Contact:
Bridgette Brannon
huttobf@auburn.edu
(334) 714-1248
Online
Dr. Paul Goeringer is an extension specialist at the University of Maryland who specializes in legal risk management in agriculture. He will cover the USDA final rule that provides regulations for the production of hemp that will go into effect on March 22, 2021. His presentation will also include other legal considerations around contracts, intellectual property, and nuisance issues.
Webinars are free but requires pre-registration. They will be presented online via Zoom.
Contact:
Katelyn Kesheimer
kesheimer@auburn.edu
(334) 844-5072
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Garden, 1 Festival Drive Montgomery AL, 36117
Use the entrance and parking by the main theatre with the thatched roof.
Come join us for a live demonstration of “Hay Bale Gardening”,
conducted by Eric Schavey, Horticulturist, AL Cooperative Extension Service.
You will discover an easy way to grow vegetables in your backyard using straw bales.
Bring your mask. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting.
We’ll socially distance and enjoy a lovely outdoor setting.
HEAVY RAINS ON MARCH 3 WOULD CANCEL THIS EVENT.
Address:
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Garden
1 Festival Drive
Montgomery, AL 36117
Contact:
Mallory Kelley
jones57@aces.edu
334-703-9197
Online
Webinar series focused on creating smarter yards and landscapes in Alabama. Topics vary by week.
Contact:
Bethany O’Rear
bao0004@auburn.edu
(205) 612-9524
Online
2/3 – Course Intro and Business Structures
2/10 – Food Hub Industry Overview and Value Chain Partnerships
2/17 – Infrastructure and Roles
2/24 – Forecasting
3/3 – Customer Relationship Management and Point of Sale Software
3/10 – Funding Food and Farm Projects
Contact:
Lisa Jones
lmj0020@aces.edu
(205) 325-5342
Online
Four part series related to small flock/backyard poultry.
Will cover the basics on owning and caring for chickens, disease management, nutrition as well as processing.
Contact:
Chris Becker
Cmb0034@aces.edu
256-232-5510
Online
Nutrition segment for CHAMPION.
Contact:
Megan Lester
mkl0046@aces.edu
(256) 445-0696
Mobile Co., Mobile Co. Mobile Co. AL, 36608
Details:
Attendees will experience this day long “start to finish”
prescribed burn. Up to twenty participants will be
accepted and assigned to crews. Each crew will be led by experienced, Alabama Certified Prescribed Burn
Managers. Participants will have access all day to
observe, ask questions, and gain EXPERIENCE with ignition and holding.
Date: March 1 – 5, 2021** First available burn day. Participants will be given 2 days advance notice.
Location: Mobile County, AL area. Specific location will be provided to those who register.
Requirements:
This is a live fire event in the field. Participants should expect to spend most of the day on their feet walking around the burn unit. Participants need to wear natural fiber clothing (jeans, long-sleeve cotton shirts, leather boots), no synthetic materials. Covid-19 protocols will be followed; maintaining a safe distance, face coverings (flame resistant neck gaiters are available from Amazon).
Address:
Mobile Co.
Mobile Co., AL 36608
Contact:
J. Ryan Mitchell
jrm0023@auburn.edu
(251) 423-9415
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FREE Farming, Fish & Water, Forestry & Wildlife, Lawn & Garden, Urban Extension, Baldwin County, Escambia County, Mobile County, Washington CountyConecuh County Extension Office, 102 Evergreen AL, 36401
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course meeting Alabama Department of Public Health requirement for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Seating is limited. COVID-19 safety protocols in place.
Address:
Conecuh County Extension Office
102
Evergreen, AL 36401
Contact:
Rebecca Catalena
rjc0026@auburn.edu
(251) 234-1050
Online
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) Certification program is a workshop that trains community leaders on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to become effective educators in diabetes. The program uses interactive group activities and adult education methodologies. The community leaders attend a 20-hour workshop and are eligible for certification as peer educators. Come be a part of the fight against diabetes.
Contact:
Helen H Jones
herndhj@auburn.edu
(334) 201-6775
Online
Participants will learn various line dances as a fun way incorporate physical activity in their daily routine. Participants will as so learn a variety of stretching, balancing, and strength training exercises in this series.
Contact:
Danielle Rudolph
ddr0007@aces.edu
(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/TwoSteppin
FREE Online, Statewide23952 Alabama Hwy 55, P.O. Box 519 Andalusia AL, 36420
This is a food safety course for food permit holders. It is required that someone who is ServSafe certified must be present at all times when food is being prepared and served.
Address:
23952 Alabama Hwy 55
P.O. Box 519
Andalusia, AL 36420
Contact:
Bridgette Brannon
huttobf@auburn.edu
(334) 714-1248
Online
Annie’s Project is a farm financial management webinar series geared toward women in agriculture. The class will have live, virtual classes as well as activities and recorded presentations to view outside of class.
Contact:
Jessica Kelton
keltoja@auburn.edu
334-405-0699
Online
March 4: Join us for a 1-hour webinar with live Q&A session with Dr. Adam Maggard, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, discussing updates and trends of Alabama’s Timber Market.
March 5: Join us for a 1-hour webinar with live Q&A session as David Kennedy, Assistant Professor of Architecture at Auburn University discusses Cross Laminated Timber (CLT), a new timber product that has potential to impact Alabama and its forest landowners.
Attendees will receive 1 Category 1 CFE & 1 PLM Credit for each session attended.
Contact:
Norm Haley
nvh0001@aces.edu
(256) 630-4248
Houston County Extension Office, 1699 Ross Clark Circle Dothan AL, 36301
RUP Training for private applicators to test for their private applicators permit of Restricted use Pesticides for use in the 2021 growing season. $20 Training fee/ $25 permit fee to ADAI
Address:
Houston County Extension Office
1699 Ross Clark Circle
Dothan, AL 36301
Contact:
James D. Jones
jonesja@aces.edu
(334) 794-4108
Online
Learn healthy habits through reading books with USNAP-Ed and UEFNEP nutrition educators. For children k-4th grade. Adult must be present with children.
Contact:
Andrea Morris
morrian@aces.edu
2563728082
Online
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) Certification program is a workshop that trains community leaders on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to become effective educators in diabetes. The program uses interactive group activities and adult education methodologies. The community leaders attend a 20-hour workshop and are eligible for certification as peer educators. Come be a part of the fight against diabetes.
Contact:
Helen H Jones
herndhj@auburn.edu
(334) 201-6775
508 14 th street, 508 14 th street Phenix City AL, 36867
Hurtsboro Rolling Store will be available for the community to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, first Friday of each month.
Address:
508 14 th street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Contact:
Jennifer Davidson
jenniferd@auburn.edu
(334) 298-6845
Online
This is a biweekly interactive event from March-Oct 2021 where REAs and Specialists from the Commercial Horticulture Team answer questions and highlight major farming issues. It is streamed live at https://www.facebook.com/AlabamaExtensionCommercialHorticulture/.
Contact:
Ayanava Majumdar
bugdoctor@auburn.edu
(251) 331-8416
Online
March 4: Join us for a 1-hour webinar with live Q&A session with Dr. Adam Maggard, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, discussing updates and trends of Alabama’s Timber Market.
March 5: Join us for a 1-hour webinar with live Q&A session as David Kennedy, Assistant Professor of Architecture at Auburn University discusses Cross Laminated Timber (CLT), a new timber product that has potential to impact Alabama and its forest landowners.
Attendees will receive 1 Category 1 CFE & 1 PLM Credit for each session attended.
Contact:
Norm Haley
nvh0001@aces.edu
(256) 630-4248
Online
FUN Fridays is part of the Walking like a CHAMPION weekly activities, bringing fun, nutrition timely information, and engaging participants in fun physical activities every Friday.
Contact:
Juana Macias-Christian
maciaju@aces.edu
(256) 572-0241