Small Ruminant Webinar Series - Spring 2024
2024-04-09 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Online, Online, AL, US
Please join us for the Spring 2024 season of our Small Ruminant Webinar Series with Alabama Cooperative Extension at Alabama A&M University! This program explores emerging issues in small ruminant production systems (animal health, nutrition, marketing, and food safety). Speakers are recruited from across the state and other regions of the country. Sessions are typically held on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 PM CST.
Contact:Dr. Kimberly Holmesksh0035@aces.edu(334) 844-4000
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Beef Production: Calf Vaccinations & Health - Louisville, AL
2024-04-09 17:30 - 20:00 | 556 County Road 17, 556 County Road 17, Louisville, AL, 36048, US
Beef production and marketing procedures for calfhood vaccinations and health management protocols for adding value to Alabama feeder calves.
Address:556 County Road 17Louisville, AL 36048
Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814
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Floral Arrangement
2024-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th., Ste. 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, US
Come join one of our newest agents, Jasmine Holloway on our tips and tricks to save money during prom season on making corsages, bouquets, and boutonniere’s.
Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th., Ste. 4Opelika, AL 36801
Contact:Tara Barrbarrtar@auburn.edu(334) 749-3353

VCLLI Sp '24: Virtual Dementia Tour
2024-04-10 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Bartley Primitive Baptist Church, 3020 Belafonte Ave NW, Huntsville, AL, 35816, US
During a Virtual Dementia Tour experience, trained facilitators guide participants outfitted with patented devices that alter their senses while they try to complete common everyday tasks and exercises. The Tour enables caregivers to experience for themselves the physical and mental challenges those with dementia face and use the experience to provide better person-centered care.
Call 256.372.7022 to register.
Address:St. Bartley Primitive Baptist Church3020 Belafonte Ave NWHuntsville, AL 35816
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847

**Rescheduled** Back 2 Basics Wednesdays - Soil, Mixes, and Soilless Media, Oh My!
2024-04-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
Back 2 Basics Wednesdays FY2024 – Soil, Mixes, and Soilless Media – Oh My!
Take a journey learning about all the innovative growing media used to grow plants, and why is it important to know their different uses.
Contact:Rudy Pacumbabarop0001@aces.edu(256) 425-8683
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Vegetable Gardening 101
2024-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | 670 Park Avenue, 670 Park Avenue, Moody, AL, 35004, US
Please join us as we discuss the basics of backyard vegetable gardening. Topics include planning, variety selection, planting, maintenance and more!
Address:670 Park AvenueMoody, AL 35004
Contact:Bethany O’Rearbao0004@aces.edu(205) 612-9524
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Natural Resources Webinar Series - Promoting Bird Habitat in Working Forestland
2024-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Come learn with what it takes to improve habitat in a working forest.
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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Russell County Well Water Quality Workshop
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Russell County Extension Office, 508 14th Street, Phenix City, AL, 36867, US
Opportunity to learn about well water resources in Alabama and receive a free educational bacteria screening of your well water: A workshop is being offered by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System – Private Well Program to residents of and around Russell County, AL. The event is being held on April 10, 2024 @ 6 PM EASTERN at the Russell County Extension Office (508 14th Street, Phenix City, AL 36867). Learn about well water testing, the basics of well stewardship, and how to interpret water quality test results. Register at aub.ie/russellwells. A free educational bacteria screening is available to the first 20 registrants who pick up sample bottles. Supplies are limited and only 20 bottles are available.
Russell County Well Water Quality Workshop
Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM EASTERN TIME
Russell County Extension Office (508 14th Street, Phenix City, AL 36867)
Hosted by: Alabama Private Well Program, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, in partnership with the Geological Survey of AL.
Intended audience: Private Drinking Well Owners
Cost: Free
The workshop will cover:
Basics of well water testing and well stewardship
How to test your well water
How to interpret test results
How to select treatment options/types of treatment (basics)
*********REGISTER BY APRIL 10 AT aub.ie/russellwells********
Address:Russell County Extension Office508 14th StreetPhenix City, AL 36867
Contact:Jessie Curljcurl@auburn.edu(334) 844-3809
aub.ie/russellwells

Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-04-11 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

Cool Season Forages - Baleage Field Day
2024-04-11 08:30 - 13:00 | Tarentum Community Center, 1677 Alabama Highway 125, Brundidge, AL, 36310, US
Producer field day demonstrating cool season forage (oats) as a crop for high quality beef cattle baleage. Presentations about quality production methods, species selections, animal nutrition & feeding and live, on-site baleage harvesting demonstration (mowing, raking and wrapping).
Address:Tarentum Community Center1677 Alabama Highway 125Brundidge, AL 36310
Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814
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Be Ready Lowndes County
2024-04-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Good Shepherd Community Center, 1258 Main Street, Hayneville, AL, 36040, US
Registration is required and limited to 30 attendees. Participants will receive severe weather preparedness training and free NOAA Weather Radios. This event is free and open to the public.
Address:Good Shepherd Community Center1258 Main StreetHayneville, AL 36040
Contact:Tana Shealeytjs0032@aces.edu334-548-2315

Alabama Cottage Food Law Class Hamilton, AL Marion County
2024-04-11 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-11 17:30 - 20:30 | 372 7th Ave SW, 372 7th Ave SW, Hamilton, AL, 35570, US
Alabama Cottage Food Law Certification Class
Address:372 7th Ave SWHamilton, AL 35570
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu(205) 921-3551
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Filing for Success
2024-04-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-16 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@aces.edu(256) 714-9142

Cottage Food Law Training- Coosa County
2024-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Coosa County Extension Office, 243 Coosa County Road 75, Rockford, AL, 35136, 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:Coosa County Extension Office243 Coosa County Road 75Rockford, AL 35136
Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@aces.edu(256) 368-1694
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Moisture Management @ Ground Level - Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer
2024-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Talley Ho Street, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
This Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer workshop will focus on how to use drip irrigation and cover crops to maintain soil moisture, even in the driest conditions.
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 March 28, 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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Recreational Pond Management Workshop
2024-04-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Address will be provided closer to date for those who register, Address will be provided closer to date for those who register, Just outside Double Springs, AL, 35553, US
Managing your pond can be tricky. Whether you are experiencing weed issues, not sure if or when you should fertilize, or when to stock fish, this workshop will answer all your questions. We will also tackle wildlife issues such as beaver and otter control. Join us to learn from fisheries specialist Dr. Rusty Wright of Auburn University, and your local agent that can assist with future pond related issues. There will also be a demonstration on electrofishing. If you have pond weeds that you would like identified or if you would like your pond water tested, please bring a sample to the workshop.
Address:Address will be provided closer to date for those who registerJust outside Double Springs, AL 35553
Contact:Kerry Steedleykes0150@aces.edu(334) 350-0485
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Eco Friendly Friday
2024-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Join us on the second Friday of each month to learn about our environemnt, ways to help safeguard human, animal, and environmental health, and ways to reduce your ecological footprint. environment for future generations. Whether you are an educator, an environmental professional, or a nature-lover, tune in to discover how you can be a better steward of the environment. Registration is required.
Sessions include:
February 9 – Backyard Birding, with Allison Mathis
March 8- Citizen Science: Scientific Discovery Across the Lifespan, with Dr. R. Robinson
April 12- “What’s My Line’ in a Weather-Ready Nation, with Bruce Jones
May 10- The Basics of Tree Law for Homeownwers, with Joel Potter
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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High Tunnel Crop Production Workshop
2024-04-12 13:00 - 15:00 | 662 Lee Road 348, 662 Lee Road 348, Salem, AL, 00000, US
High Tunnels are basically unheated greenhouses used to provide a shelter for fruit or vegetable production with season extension. Extension Specialists Dr. Camila Rodrigues and Dr. Andre da Silva along with Regional Extension Agents Dr. Chip East and Dani Carroll will be presenting at the workshop. Come and join this unique learning and networking opportunity!To sign up or for more information, contact the Lee County Extension office at 334-749-3353. Seating is limited so you must call the Lee County Extension Office by Wednesday, April 10th, to reserve your spot. OPEN TO ALL SPECIALTY CROP PRODUCERS, CROP ADVISERS, RETAILERS,
Address:662 Lee Road 348Salem, AL 00000
Contact:Chip Easteastwil@aces.edu(256) 846-0314

ServSafe-Mobile
2024-04-15 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Mobile County Extension Office ( John Archer Building), 1070 Schillinger Road North, Mobile, AL, 36608, US
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. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. START TIME: 9:00 AM
Address:Mobile County Extension Office ( John Archer Building)1070 Schillinger Road NorthMobile, AL 36608
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
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Drip Irrigation for Containers
2024-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Charles E Bailey Sportplex Pavillion, 1685 Arena Rd, Alexander City, AL, 35010, US
Learn about using drip irrigation in tiny places like your porch! We will cover the basics of putting the irrigation system together for containers and hanging baskets.
Address:Charles E Bailey Sportplex Pavillion1685 Arena RdAlexander City, AL 35010
Contact:Tallapoosa County Extensionharria5@aces.edu(256) 596-1363

VCLLI Sp '24: Focus on Caregiving
2024-04-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Meaningful Monday Part II- Focus on Caregiving
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. weekly
• 4/1 Guardianship and Conservatorship
• 4/8 Managing Someone Else’s Money
• 4/15 Program and Services Available for Family Caregivers
• 4/22 Gender Differences in Caregiving
Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/CaregivingS24
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/CaregivingS24

AL Cottage Food Training - Hayneville
2024-04-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Hayneville Town Hall, 241 W. Tuskeena Street, Hayneville, AL, 36040, 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:Hayneville Town Hall241 W. Tuskeena StreetHayneville, AL 36040
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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VCLLI Sp '24: Dementia Memory Cafe
2024-04-16 11:00 - 13:30 | Alabama A&M University Agribition Center, 4925 Moores Mill Road, Huntsville, AL, 35811, US
Offered through Dementia Friendly Alabama, Dementia Memory Cafés are social outings for individuals living with dementia or experiences cognitive declines. A memory café provides respite for caregivers and an engaging activity for care-recipients.
2/13 Cookie Decorating and Fresh Flower Bouquets
AAMU Agribition Center
4/16 Art and Apps, Location TBD
Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24
Space is limited to 20 participants.
Address:Alabama A&M University Agribition Center4925 Moores Mill RoadHuntsville, AL 35811
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24

Alabama Cottage Food Law Class Athens AL Limestone County
2024-04-16 17:30 - 20:30 | 1109 Market ST. W A, 1109 Market ST. W A, Athens, AL, 35611, US
Alabama Cottage Food Law Certification
Address:1109 Market ST. W AAthens, AL 35611
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu(256) 232-5510
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Lunch & Learn
2024-04-17 08:00 - 09:00 | 445 N Oates Street, 445 N Oates Street, Dothan, AL, 36303, US
Please join us for the Wiregrass Master Gardener Association’s lunch & learns! Topics include Roses 101, Water Features, Spooky Spiders, and so many others. It is on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12noon-1PM (excluding in June due to the 3rd Wednesday falling on the Juneteenth holiday, it is on June 26th)! Please bring your lunch & come learn. This event is free and all are welcome.
Address:445 N Oates StreetDothan, AL 36303
Contact:WMGA Lunch & Learnsmzo0021@auburn.edu334-794-4108

VCLLI Sp '24: Greeting Cardmaking (Virtual)
2024-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Let your creativity flow through the folds, cuts and embellishments of your uniquely designed greeting card. Using simple low-cost supplies, we will create personalized greetings cards for gifts or keeps.
Register at http://www.aces.edu/go/Vcardmaking
Your mailing address is needed to receive the cardmaking kit.
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/vcardmaking

Preventing Pollution in the Waterways
2024-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 | 610 Fairview Ave., 610 Fairview Ave., Prattville, AL, 36066, US
Alabama Department of Environmental Management, Jennifer Barker will show how pollution contaminates our clean waterways and all you can do to help.
Address:610 Fairview Ave.Prattville, AL 36066
Contact:Trinity United Methodist Churchjones57@aces.edu3343617273
