Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Attracting Pollinators
2024-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | BMC Wellness Center, 285 Hospital Drive, Centreville, AL, 35042, US
Are you interested in attracting pollinators
to your property? If so, this is the lunch and
learn for you! Join us as Regional
Extension Agent Lynn Dickinson teaches us
about the different species of pollinators and
what you can do to attract them to your
property.
Address:BMC Wellness Center285 Hospital DriveCentreville, AL 35042
Contact:Lynn Dickinsonrhodela@aces.edu(334) 303-8360
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Limestone County’s Food Preservation Lunch and Learn
2024-06-17 10:00 - 14:00 | 1109 Market ST. W A, 1109 Market ST. W A, Athens, AL, 35611, US
Limestone County’s Food Preservation Lunch and Learn.
Learn how to safely preserve foods, while learning how to use the pressure canner and water bath canner
Address:1109 Market ST. W AAthens, AL 35611
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu(256) 232-5510
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VCLLI Summer '24: Tai Chi for Exercise
2024-06-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | AAMU Wellness Center, 4011 Meridian Street, Huntsville, AL, 35811, US
During the weekly sessions, engage in movement aimed at improving balance, preventing falls in older adults, and reducing some sources of pain.
Located at the corner of Chase Road and Meridian Street
Address:AAMU Wellness Center4011 Meridian StreetHuntsville, AL 35811
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/OnsiteSu24

Heirs Property Workshop
2024-06-15 10:00 - 11:00 | 2324 Double Hill Road, 2324 Double Hill Road, Opelika, AL, 36804, US
Do you have land that has been passed down without a will? Do you have “family land?” You may have heirs’ property. Join us to learn what heirs’ property is, how to resolve it, and how to prevent it for future generations.
Address:2324 Double Hill RoadOpelika, AL 36804
Contact:Rilea Robinsonrar0086@auburn.edu(334) 292-5005

Grow a Better Farm Business - Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer
2024-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Talley Ho Street, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
Treat your farm like a business and you will raise more than crops and livestock. Attend this Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer workshop to find the profit potential in successful recordkeeping, enterprise budgets, and marketing.
The workshop is free, and a light supper will be provided.
Online registration is required. (Click below)
If you have accessibility needs, contact Kira Sims by May 30, 2024.
This workshop series is co-hosted by Alabama Extension-Cullman County and the North Alabama Agriplex. It is sponsored by Alabama Farmers Cooperative, Operation Grow, and USDA-NRCS.
Address:North Alabama Agriplex1714 Talley Ho StreetCullman, AL 35055
Contact:Kira Simskira.sims@auburn.edu(256) 737-9386
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Native Gardening for Local Ecology at Irondale Library
2024-06-13 17:30 - 18:30 | 105 20th Street South, 105 20th Street South, Irondale, AL, 35210, US
Are you interested in native gardening? Come and learn gardening practices to help your local ecology thrive.
Address:105 20th Street SouthIrondale, AL 35210
Contact:Bronson Lubreskybrl0015@auburn.edu(205) 937-8701

Filing for Success
2024-06-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Filing for Success, Session 1: We jump right in by examining the different levels (City, County Federal) of taxes in which businesses are responsible. We discuss the different types of “Business Formation” and whether you need to file for a LLC. As well as how to keep detailed financial records, especially around your costs & revenue.
Filing for Success, Session 2: We will discuss “The rules for name registration”. We will walk you through the Secretary of State website and how to complete a name registration for your business. Here we will look at the difference between a LLC and a Sole Proprietorship. Finally we will discuss the necessary next steps after filing and SCAMS to look for along the way.
Filing for Success, Session 3: This session will focus on business banking & Insurance. We will discuss the importance of keeping personal and business finances separate, building a relationship with a lender & banker. We will review proper record keeping techniques and software. Finally, business insurance: What are the different types? Does your business need insurance? How much does it need to cover liabilities?
Filing for Success, Session 4: Here we talk about licenses and permits, at all levels, that are going to necessary for your business. We also have a chance to discuss your business in more detail. Helping you get a clear vision of your next steps and answer all your questions.
Contact:Jon Jacobsonjacobj1@auburn.edu(256) 714-9142
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Cottage Food Law Training- Fairhope
2024-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center, 8300 AL-104, Fairhope, AL, 36532, US
Alabama Cottage Food Businesses need to have an ADPH approved food safety course in order to operate. This course fulfills that requirement. Certificate is valid for 3 years.
Address:Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center8300 AL-104Fairhope, AL 36532
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
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Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-06-13 08:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-06 08:00 - 14:00 | Stadium Drive Garrett Harrison Stadium Lot, Stadium Drive Garrett Harrison Stadium Lot, Phenix City, AL, 36867, US
Come purchase locally grown fruits, vegetables and plants at this old-fashioned Farmers Market!
Address:Stadium Drive Garrett Harrison Stadium LotPhenix City, AL 36867
Contact:Jennifer Davidsonjenniferd@auburn.edu(334) 298-6845

Filing For Success - Spanish
2024-06-12 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-06-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Join us for this free 4-part educational series to learn about forming, registering, and maintaining your small business in the state of Alabama
Contact:Juani Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241
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VCLLI Summer '24: Identity Theft Awareness & Prevention
2024-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Identity theft is when someone tries to steal and use your personally identifiable information to defraud or harm you. In this session you will learn preventive methods to safeguard you and your identity.
Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/IDTheftSu24
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/IDTheftSu24

All About Antique Roses & Propagation Take Home
2024-06-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Petals from the Past, 16034 County Road 29, Jemison, AL, 35085, US
Learn all about Antique rose varieties, their growth habits, care requirements, and proper pruning techniques.
Enjoy included lunch. After, take part in a hands-on propagation experience, taught by Jason Powell, of 6 different rose varieties that you will take home with you to grow for your landscape.
Address:Petals from the Past16034 County Road 29Jemison, AL 35085
Contact:Montgomery County Extension Officejones57@aces.edu334-703-9197
http://www.ccmga.square.site

Small Fruit and Viticulture Workshop
2024-06-12 09:30 - 14:30 | Chilton Research/Extension Center, 120 County Road 756, Clanton, AL, 35045, US
Participants will learn best management practices pertaining to small fruit production. A field tour will also be conducted to view research plots showcasing various management practices.
Address:Chilton Research/Extension Center120 County Road 756Clanton, AL 35045
Contact:David Lawrencelawreda@aces.edu(334) 740-1667
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The Coordinator's Corner
2024-06-12 08:00 - 09:00 | 155 Reform Street, Suite 300, Carrollton, AL, 35447, US
The Coordinator’s Corner is a weekly article published in the Pickens County Herald. This article disseminates timely, research-based information from Extension experts to county stakeholders across Pickens County. The paper is released at 8 AM every Wednesday.
Address:155 Reform StreetSuite 300Carrollton, AL 35447
Contact:Jed Smartjrs0178@auburn.edu(205) 463-0885

Pickle Canning Workshop in Dale County
2024-06-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Dale County Extension Office, 202 AL-123, Ozark, AL, 36360, US
This is a hands-on pickling canning workshop. Participants will make pickles and will get to take home the jar of pickles they canned.
Address:Dale County Extension Office202 AL-123Ozark, AL 36360
Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu334-714-1248
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Randolph County Heirs’ Property Landowner Local Watch Party: Working with an Attorney
2024-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Randolph County Extension Office, 1 Main Street South, Wedowee, AL, 36278, US
Are you a proud owner or landowner seeking valuable insights and connections to clear or clarify your property’s title? Look no further! We’re thrilled to invite you to our exciting 6-part series, happening every other month from March to November 2024. Heirs’ property is an important topic for many families, especially families with ancestral lands. Heirs’ property refers to land jointly owned by family members of a deceased individual, where there was not a will, a will not properly prepared, or probated. ? Local County Watch Parties: 12 county extension offices across Alabama will host in-person watch parties during the virtual event. Join a local watch party for engaging discussions, community-building activities, and networking with local landowners in your area! Click the event link for more information and to register to attend!
Address:Randolph County Extension Office1 Main Street SouthWedowee, AL 36278
Contact:Rilea Robinsonrar0086@auburn.edu(334) 727-0340
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Drip Irrigation Workshop
2024-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Guntersville Rec Center (Pavilion next to baseball fields), 1700 Sunset Drive, Guntersville, AL, 35976, US
Drip irrigation in raised beds is almost essential to keeping your garden healthy and thriving. In this evening workshop, we will talk about all the parts of irrigation, installation, and maintenance of your system. This event will be held in between the baseball fields under the pavilion at Guntersville Parks and Recreation Center.
Address:Guntersville Rec Center (Pavilion next to baseball fields)1700 Sunset DriveGuntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Brian Brownbrownbw@auburn.edu(256) 558-8129
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Garden to Glass
2024-06-10 14:00 - 16:00 | 340 N Eufaula Ave, 340 N Eufaula Ave, Eufaula, AL, 36027, US
Please join us for the National Herb Day Garden to Glass Herb Workshop with topics including, How to Grow Herbs, Herb Infused Beverages, Cooking with Herbs, and Samples. Pre-registration is required by May 31, 2024, and the $5 fee covers admission, sample refreshments, and be entered to win an Herb plant! Please use the link to pre-register. Cash cannot be accepted. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University), is an equal
opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! If you need reasonable accommodations or language accommodation services, contact Merri Robinson at mrb0013@auburn.edu.
Address:340 N Eufaula AveEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Megan Jonesmzo0021@auburn.edu(334) 687-5688
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Small Spaces Vegetable Gardening
2024-06-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Marion County Extension Office, 372 7th Ave SW, Hamilton, AL, 35570, US
Come learn about vegetable gardening for the urban and suburban environment. Participants will learn about how to grow their own fruits and veggies in limited spaces and on a budget. This will be a great event for both the experienced and novice gardener. Cost to attend is $5.00 register online or call the Marion County Extension Office at (205) 921-3551.
Address:Marion County Extension Office372 7th Ave SWHamilton, AL 35570
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Intro to Letterboxing
2024-06-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Lauderdale County Extension Office, 802 Veterans Drive, Florence, AL, 35630, US
Ages 12+
Letterboxing is an outdoor hobby that combines elements of orienteering, art, and puzzle solving. Letterboxers hide small, weatherproof boxes in publicly accessible places and distribute clues to finding the box in printed catalogs, on one of several web sites, or by word of mouth.
We will be making our own signature stamp and then going to find some. This activity does include sharp tools that is why this is for older children.
Address:Lauderdale County Extension Office802 Veterans DriveFlorence, AL 35630
Contact:Whitney Wilcoxsonwlw0023@auburn.edu(256) 766-6223
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Alabama Water Watch Water Monitoring Recertification Session - Auburn
2024-06-08 14:30 - 16:00 | Kreher Preserve & Nature Center, 2222 N College St, Auburn, AL, 36830, US
Alabama Water Watch Water Chemistry and Bacteriological Monitoring Recertification in Auburn, AL
Training Description:
Complete your monitoring recertification for AWW Water Chemistry and/or Bacteriological Monitoring. For existing volunteers only. This is NOT a certification training for new volunteers.
Please note that this training is open to anyone needing recertification. You are not obligated to attend the 2024 AWW Annual Meeting to participate.
You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by May 31, 2024.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like re-certification through this form.
On June 8th
Attend the in-person Field Day at Kreher Preserve & Nature Center in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.
Address:Kreher Preserve & Nature Center2222 N College StAuburn, AL 36830
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 844-4785
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Alabama Water Watch Annual Meeting
2024-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Kreher Preserve and Nature Center, 1155 Lodge Dr, Auburn, AL, 36830, US
Join us for the 2024 Alabama Water Watch Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 8 at the Kreher Preserve and Nature Center (KPNC) in Auburn, AL!
Address:Kreher Preserve and Nature Center1155 Lodge DrAuburn, AL 36830
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 844-4785
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Morgan County Tomato Workshop
2024-06-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Morgan County Extension Office, 3120 AL-36, Hartselle, AL, 35640, US
The summer gardening season is upon us! Join Home Grounds REA Jayne Luetzow, Commercial Horticulture REA Holt Akers-Campbell, and Susan Hill Food Safety and Quality REA in Hartselle to learn all about tomatoes! They will be discussing tips for growing tomatoes in the home garden, control methods for common tomato diseases and insect pests, and information about varieties best suited for the home gardener. In addition to learning about growing tomatoes participants will also learn how to preserve and use tomatoes in cooking. Register online or contact the Morgan County Extension office at (256)773-2549 for details. Check or money order only for in person payment.
Address:Morgan County Extension Office3120 AL-36Hartselle, AL 35640
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Make and Take Floral Arrangement
2024-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Tallyho Street, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
We will use North Alabama’s bountiful harvest to make beautiful arrangements to take home. We will also learn the basics of floral design and the best choices for flowers. Cost is $20 per person/includes vase and floral arrangement
To register, call (256) 297-1044 or go online.
Address:North Alabama Agriplex1714 Tallyho StreetCullman, AL 35055
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Salsa Canning Workshop in Luverne
2024-06-06 16:30 - 18:30 | Tom Harbin Ag Center, 816 Airport Road, Luverne, AL, 36049, US
This will be a salsa canning workshop with hands-on making of salsa. So, be prepared to roll up your sleeves. Each participant will get to take home the jar they canned.
Address:Tom Harbin Ag Center816 Airport RoadLuverne, AL 36049
Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu334-714-1248
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AL Cottage Food Training - Shelby County
2024-06-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Shelby County Extension Office, 54 Kelly Lane, Columbiana, AL, 35051, US
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, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator. The certification is good for 3 years. You must register before coming to class. Seating is limited.
Address:Shelby County Extension Office54 Kelly LaneColumbiana, AL 35051
Contact:Angela Treadawayatreadaw@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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