Unlocking Agricultural & Forestry Potential: Sustainable Land Use for Heirs’ Property (Week 4)

Lee County Extension Office 600 S. 7th St., Ste. 4, Opelika, AL, US

Join us to learn about different options for utilizing land which use to be considered heirs' property. Come to learn, ask questions, and get resources. Any information received at this meeting is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice.Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th St., Ste. 4Opelika, AL 36801Contact:Ajoa Brothersayb0010@auburn.edu(334)....

Wintering the Cow Herd

Lauderdale County Extension Office 802 Veterans Dr, Florence, AL, US

Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Specialist for the state of Tennessee, Dr. Katie Mason, will be a guest speaker on preparations for wintering the cow herd. She will speak on forage management and nutrition that should be top of mind for your cattle herd this winter.Address:Lauderdale County Extension Office802 Veterans DrFlorence, AL 35630Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@aces.edu(334) 752-1718

Chilton Fall “Mill” Tour

Clapp Farm 229 Crumpton Avenue, Maplesville, AL, US

The Chilton County Extension office and the Chilton Natural Resource Council are hosting a mill tour of West Fraser - Maplesville on Friday, October 4th. Additional topics will include forest products, portable sawmill, NRCS programs and local vendors. Registration due October 2nd by calling the Chilton County Extension office (205) 280-6268.Address:Clapp Farm229 Crumpton AvenueMaplesville, AL....

$20

Colbert County Beef Field Day

Old Brick Presbyterian Church 260 Mount Pleasant Rd, Muscle Shoals, AL, US

This is the 2nd annual Beef Field Day in Colbert County and it will kick off October Beef Month. This field day is geared towards livestock producers who want to work on enhancing the profitability of their herd and develop pasture management techniques. There will be a guest speaker from the University of Tennessee, Dr.....

Livestock Wintering Stratgies

138 AL Highway 35 138 AL Highway 35, Rainsville, AL, US

The Jackson County Cattlemen’s Association will partner with Dekalb County Cattlemen's Association as well as the Extension Offices from Jackson and Dekalb County to host Livestock Wintering Strategies on October 5th. Guest speakers from Extension Programs from Alabama, Tennessee and Kentucky will present on: Hay storage and feeding Infrastructure to make storage and feeding easier....

Chainsaw Safety Class

Lauderdale County Forestry Commission 1212 Waterloo RD, Florence, AL, US

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 certificate of attendance. Lunch will be included. Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions.Address:Lauderdale County Forestry....

$10

All Things Pumpkin!

Marion County Extension Office 372 Seventh Ave SW, Hamilton, AL, US

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 seeds and delicious pumpkin rolls with Food Safety agent Susan Hill!Address:Marion County Extension Office372 Seventh Ave....

$20

ServSafe – Valley

Valley Sportsplex 130 Sportsplex Drive, Valley, AL, 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. Book, included with $140 fee, will be given out first day of class. Class starts at 9 am EST (8 am CST) both days.Address:Valley Sportsplex130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 36854Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register....

$140

VCLLI Fall ’24: Tai Chi for Seniors

Alabama A&M University Wellness Center 4011 Meridian Street, Normal, AL, US

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&M University Wellness Center4011 Meridian StreetNormal, AL 35762Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/TaiChiF24

VCLLI F ’24: Meaningful Monday Estate Planning

Online Online, AL, US

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 Advance DirectiveContact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/4449