Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Learn to Burn Workshop - Geneva State Forest
2024-04-23 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Geneva State Forest, 1119 Forest Area Road, Kinston, AL, 36453, US
Attendees will experience this day long start to finish prescribed burn. Up to 50 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 valuable experience.
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. Clothing worn should include natural fiber materials (jeans, long-sleeve cotton shirts, and leather boots), no synthetic materials.
Pre-registration is required. Please use the link included in this program annoucement.
Address:Geneva State Forest1119 Forest Area RoadKinston, AL 36453
Contact:Bence Carterjbc0057@aces.edu(334) 389-4055
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ServSafe - Lafayette
2024-04-23 09:00 - 16:00 | ALFA Building, 1006 Avenue A SE, Lafayette, AL, 36862, US
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. Class starts at 9 am CST both days.
Address:ALFA Building1006 Avenue A SELafayette, AL 36862
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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Food Preservation Presentation
2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Huntsville Housing Authority, 212 Seminole Dr, Huntsville, AL, 65805, US
Food Preservation Presentation as part of the Housing Authority’s “Radical Gardening” series. Nutrition and Gardening agents to be speaking the following day.
Address:Huntsville Housing Authority212 Seminole DrHuntsville, AL 65805
Contact:Christy Mendozacnm0012@auburn.edu(205) 217-6495

ServSafe Training/ Coffee County
2024-04-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-24 10:00 - 16:00 | 1055 E McKinnon St, 1055 E McKinnon St, New Brockton, AL, 36351, US
Food safety training for food permit holders which is required by state. Will be using the Servsafe 7th ed. course book to teach the class.
Address:1055 E McKinnon StNew Brockton, AL 36351
Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu(334) 714-1248
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Tennessee Valley Beef & Forage Field Day
2024-04-23 14:00 - 19:00 | 9494 Experimental Loop, 9494 Experimental Loop, Madison, AL, 35756, US
The Tennessee Valley Research Center is hosting a Beef & Forage Field Day on April 23 from 2:00 – 6:00pm with a meal to follow sponsored by the Alabama Beef Checkoff. This field day will showcase hands on presentations on tall fescue management, temporary electric fencing, wintering the cow herd, and discussion on reducing feed supplementation needs. The FREE Registration deadline is April 19 and space is limited to 75 registrants. Please contact local Regional Extension Agent Ali Gotcher, for more information.
Address:9494 Experimental LoopMadison, AL 35756
Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@aces.edu(334) 752 – 1718
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AL Cottage Food Training - Lafayette
2024-04-23 17:00 - 20:00 | ALFA Building, 1006 Avenue A SE, Lafayette, AL, 36862, US
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 food operator.
Address:ALFA Building1006 Avenue A SELafayette, AL 36862
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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ServSafe class- Camden
2024-04-24 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Wilcox County Health Department, 107 Union Street, Camden, AL, 36726, US
Food Safety Manager Course meeting Alabama Department of Public Health requirement for retail food permit holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date.
Address:Wilcox County Health Department107 Union StreetCamden, AL 36726
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Back 2 Basics Wednesdays - Tree Talk Part 2: Getting the Work Done with Joel Potter
2024-04-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
Mobile Co. Urban Regional Extension Agent Joel Potter will present Tree Talk Part 2: Getting the Work Gone. This presentation will be a follow up from Fall 2023 Tree Talk about going out and doing a “check up” on your trees and coming up with a plan. This session will go through the do’s and don’ts of getting tree work done. Also we will cover selecting a company to do the work, pruning objectives, what to avoid when pruning, things to watch out for in stump removal, etc.
Contact:Rudy Pacumbabarop0001@aces.edu(256) 425-8683
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Wise101: CACC Student Services; Tallapoosa Co
2024-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | CACC Alexander City, Room 204, Business Science Building, Alexander City, AL, 35010, US
Feel more confident about finances and plan for the future! Learn how to create a personalized money plan, save money & manage debt. Lunch provided while supplies last.
Address:CACC Alexander CityRoom 204, Business Science BuildingAlexander City, AL 35010
Contact:Angela Tayloramt0125@auburn.edu(256) 794-0643
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Natural Resources Webinar Series - Forest Biomass Harvesting Methods, Products, Markets, and Challenges
2024-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Please come join us for a 1-hour webinar with Live Q&A session on Forest Biomass Harvesting Methods, Products, Markets, and Challenges
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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Alabama Smart Yards Webinar - A Tale of Two Cicadas
2024-04-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Dr. Meredith Shrader, Insect Diagnostician, Auburn University
Entomology & Plant Pathology, will discuss the dual emergence of two cicada broods.
Contact:Dani Carrollcarrodl@auburn.edu(256) 458-6043
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Cottage Food Law Training/Coffee County
2024-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | 5 County Complex, 1055 East McKinnon St, New Brockton, AL, 36351, US
Cottage Food Training/Certification is for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home. This certification is good for 3 years.
Address:5 County Complex1055 East McKinnon StNew Brockton, AL 36351
Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu(334) 714-1248
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Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-04-25 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

Strawberry Jam Session with Janet
2024-04-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Barbour County Extension Office, 525 School Street, Eufaula, AL, 36027, US
Learn about water bath canning basics and how to make jams and jellies. Everyone will make and take a jar of fresh strawberry jam home to share with your family
Address:Barbour County Extension Office525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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Servsafe - Shelby
2024-04-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Shelby County Extension Office, 54 Kelly Lane, Columbiana, AL, 35051, US
food safety certification course for food service workers and managers who need to meet health department regulations
Address:Shelby County Extension Office54 Kelly LaneColumbiana, AL 35051
Contact:Angela Treadawaytreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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VCLLI SP '24: Crafty Creations (Jewelry Making)
2024-04-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Alabama A&M University, Dawson Building Room 240, Normal, AL, 35762, US
RESCHEDULED: This is an in-person activity. Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24
This class is designed to demonstrate how to make fashion jewelry for cost cutting with gifting and personal fashions. It is a great opportunity for adults seeking to learn new skills and engage with members of your peer group.
Address:Alabama A&M UniversityDawson Building Room 240Normal, AL 35762
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24

VCLLI Sp '24: FLC Greeting Cardmaking
2024-04-25 13:00 - 14:00 | ACES Family Life Center, 228-F Binford Drive, Huntsville, AL, 35805, US
Learn creative ways to personalize greeting cards.
This is an in-person class. Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24
Address:ACES Family Life Center228-F Binford DriveHuntsville, AL 35805
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/Onsite24

AL Cottage Food Training - Eufaula
2024-04-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Barbour County Extension Office, 525 School Street, Eufaula, AL, 36027, US
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 food operator.
Address:Barbour County Extension Office525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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2024 Alabama Pasture to Rail & Calf Health Meeting - Autaugaville, AL
2024-04-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Autauga County Extension Office, 2226 Alabama Highway 14 West, Autaugaville, AL, 36003, US
Presentation of information about the 2024 Alabama Pasture to Rail (P2R) Program and Calf Health principles. Topics include the P2R program educational goals, management and rules. The Calf Health section stresses the importance of following a sound vaccination protocol and timely health practices. Overall, beef producers learn about retained ownership and the feeder-finishing segment of the beef industry.
Address:Autauga County Extension Office2226 Alabama Highway 14 WestAutaugaville, AL 36003
Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814
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Live Well Alabama
2024-04-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th., Ste. 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, US
Come Join our SNAP-ED Agent for Live Well, Jacob Bailey and Regina Meadows, Human Diet Nutrition Agent as part of our series on tips and tricks to save money, eat better, and move more..
Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th., Ste. 4Opelika, AL 36801
Contact:Tara Barrbarrtar@auburn.edu(334) 749-3353

Women In Ag
2024-04-26 08:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-27 08:00 - 16:00 | Fayette County Multipurpose Complex, 650 McConnell Loop, Fayette, AL, 35555, US
Register today for this Hands-on Workshop to be hosted at the Fayette Multipurpose Complex. This program will include cattle handling, expertise knowledge on grazing management, calving simulator demonstration, trailer hook-up and backing, tractor safety and the list goes on. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! This is a program for Women – Taught by Women.
Address:Fayette County Multipurpose Complex650 McConnell LoopFayette, AL 35555
Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@aces.edu(334) 752-1718
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West Central SET 4H Competitive Events Day
2024-04-26 08:00 - 16:00 | University of West Alabama, University of West Alabama, Livingston, AL, 35470, US
West Central SET 4H Competitive Events Day
Address:University of West AlabamaLivingston, AL 35470
Contact:Trenisha Macktzm0019@auburn.edu(205)373-9281

Cottage Food Law Training- Ashland
2024-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Clay County Extension Office, 93 County Road 31, Ashland, AL, 36251, US
Cottage Food Training/Certification is for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home. This certification is good for 3 years.
Address:Clay County Extension Office93 County Road 31Ashland, AL 36251
Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@aces.edu(256) 368-1694
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Lamar County Spring Floral Design Workshop
2024-04-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Lamar County Extension Office, 281 Columbus Avenue NW, Vernon, AL, 35592, US
Prom and wedding season are right around the corner. What better way to get into event season than learning how to make your own floral arrangements. Join us at the Lamar County Extension office to learn to make corsages, boutonnieres, hand-tied bouquets, and a small table arrangement Participants will make and take home a table arrangement, hand-tied bouquet, and either a corsage or boutonniere. Cost of the program is $25 per person. Register online or contact the Lamar County Extension Office at 205-695-7139.
Address:Lamar County Extension Office281 Columbus Avenue NWVernon, AL 35592
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Cottage Food Course - Shelby/Bibb
2024-04-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Parnell Public Library, 277 Park Dr, Montevallo, AL, 35115, US
Cottage Food Certification for those wanting to sell non-hazardous items from their homes. Come see the new rulings, learn about preparing the safest product possible and learn some food preservation method for preparing jams and jellies. You will be able to take your certification test at the end of class that will be good for 5 years.
Address:Parnell Public Library277 Park DrMontevallo, AL 35115
Contact:Angela Treadawaytreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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Volunteer Trainer - Alabama Water Watch Water Monitoring Training - Orange Beach
2024-04-27 09:00 - 15:00 | City of Orange Beach Wind & Water Learning Center, 26233 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL, 36561, US
Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training – Orange Beach
Registration is Required
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring and recertification. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
Professional Development Hours are available through PowerSchool for educators who complete training. For more information, please email awwvolunteers@auburn.edu.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by April 9th, 2024.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
By Midnight on April 25th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.
Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)
On April 27th
Attend the in-person Field Day at City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center in Orange Beach, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer. Participants will be expected to follow CDC guidelines regarding in-person gatherings during the training.
City of Orange Beach Wind & Water Learning Center
26233 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Field Day Schedule: 9am-3:00pm
8:45 am Check-In for Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
9:00 am Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
12:00 pm Lunch Break
12:45 pm Check-In for Bacteriological Monitoring Session
1:00 pm Bacteriological Monitoring Session
3:00 pm Adjourn
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
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.
This training is led by an AWW Volunteer Trainer.
Address:City of Orange Beach Wind & Water Learning Center26233 Canal RoadOrange Beach, AL 36561
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 844-4785
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Pike County Master Gardeners Plant Sale at TroyFest
2024-04-27 09:00 - 17:00 | TroyFest, Downtown Troy, Troy, AL, 36081, US
Plant Sale open to the public. Offering a variety of plants.
Address:TroyFestDowntown TroyTroy, AL 36081
Contact:June Mooreaep0067@aces.edu(334) 312-5816
