Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Marketing Tools for Livestock Producers
2024-10-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | LBW Community College Conference Center, 750 Greenville Bypass, Greenville, AL, 36037, US
Cattle marketing program for all cattle producers including new, beginning and traditionally underserved producers.
Address:LBW Community College Conference Center750 Greenville BypassGreenville, AL 36037
Contact:Ken Kelleykellewi@auburn.edu(251)238-0373

Beef Systems Short Course - Franklin County
2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | A.W. Todd Centre, 205 Montgomery St SW, Russellville, AL, 35653, US
The Beef Systems Short Course is a multi-night lecture series covering the fundamentals of beef production and is geared for new and limited experience producers. There is a $40 registration fee, and all participants will receive a copy of Extension’s recently updated Alabama Beef Handbook.
Topics Covered
Forages and Nutrition
Herd Health and Reproduction
Record Keeping and Environmental Stewardship
Economics and Meat Science
Address:A.W. Todd Centre205 Montgomery St SWRussellville, AL 35653
Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@aces.edu(334) 752-1718
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Fall Floral Arranging
2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | 2226 Hwy 14 W., Suite E, 2226 Hwy 14 W., Suite E, Autaugaville, AL, 36003, US
Fall floral arrangement program.
Address:2226 Hwy 14 W., Suite EAutaugaville, AL 36003
Contact:Darrue R Sharpedzs0075@auburn.edu334-320-1135
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AL Cottage Food Training- Greensboro
2024-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | AL Fish Farming Center, 529 Centreville Street, Greensboro, AL, 36744, 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:AL Fish Farming Center529 Centreville StreetGreensboro, AL 36744
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU3342160738
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Professional Loggers Management Workshop
2024-10-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Pell City Municipal Complex Building, 1000 Bruce Etheredge Pkwy, Pell City, AL, 35128, US
Professional Logging Manager (PLM) and Registered Forester workshop. topics include technology in forestry & logging, First Aid, truck inspections, best management practices, and wildlife & logging. Lunch will be provided on site. PLM/ CFE credits will be available.
Address:Pell City Municipal Complex Building1000 Bruce Etheredge PkwyPell City, AL 35128
Contact:Lynn Dickinsonrhodela@aces.edu(334) 303-8360
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Pecan Production
2024-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun County Extension Office, 1702 Noble Street, Anniston, AL, 00000, US
Site Selection, Grafting
Varieties for Low Input Plantings
Proper Planting, Fertilization
Weed Control, Irrigation
Insects and Disease
Address:Calhoun County Extension Office1702 Noble StreetAnniston, AL 00000
Contact:Chip Easteastwil@aces.edu(256) 846-0314

DEA National Drug Take Back Day
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Farm Center Building, 1699 Ross Clark Circle, Ste 4, Dothan, AL, 36301, US
The Houston County Extension Office is partnering with (334) Prevention Project to host a pharmaceutical take back day on October 26 from 10AM- 2PM. Accepted items include prescription or over-the-counter medications, vitamins, patches, and veterinary medications. Items NOT accepted include needles, liquids, or aerosols. Leave medication in the original bottle or put pills into a ziplock bag. All packaging will be destroyed.
Address:Farm Center Building1699 Ross Clark Circle, Ste 4Dothan, AL 36301
Contact:Nikki Cobbnikki.cobb@aces.edu(334) 794-4108

VCLLI Fall '24: Tai Chi for Seniors
2024-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Alabama A&M University Wellness Center, 4011 Meridian Street, Normal, AL, 35762, 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 35762
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/TaiChiF24

VCLLI F '24: Meaningful Monday Estate Planning
2024-10-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Free virtual workshop series presented in collaboration with Faulkner Law. Register: http://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 Directive
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/4449

Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods
2024-10-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Etowah County Extension Office inside the Courthouse, 800 Forrest Ave. Ste. 400 (4th floor), Gadsden, AL, 35901, US
Better Process Control School (BPCS) for Acidified Foods meets the FDA requirements for an acidified food manufacturer. This course is a two-day course in which you are required to attend and pass course assessments throughout the two-days. Please register before Oct 22, 2024.
Address:Etowah County Extension Office inside the Courthouse800 Forrest Ave. Ste. 400 (4th floor)Gadsden, AL 35901
Contact:Christy Mendozacnm0012@auburn.edu(205) 217-6495
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VCLLI F'24:Fitness for Seniors (Virtual)
2024-10-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/FitnessF24
Join a virtual fitness class targeting mature adults. No equipment needed. In your small floor space, let’s move to better health . Each exercise routine will include fitness boxing (a combination of body exercises and boxing techniques) and will accommodate all physical capabilities.
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/FitnessF24

Lawrence County Drug Take Back and Electronics Recycling Day
2024-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Moulton Lion’s Club, 455 School Street, Moulton, AL, 35650, US
The Moulton Extension Office is partnering with The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office and Quest Diagnostics to host an electronics recycling and drug takeback event. Bring your computer towers, laptops, cell phones, tablets, and gaming systems for recycling. Electronics that will not be accepted include any item over 40 lbs., small appliances, televisions, and monitors. Pharmaceuticals will also be collected for safe disposal. Accepted items include prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and patches. Items that will not be accepted include liquids, aerosols, and needles. This event is for households only, no items from businesses will be accepted.
Address:Moulton Lion’s Club455 School StreetMoulton, AL 35650
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766

AL Cottage Food Training- Greeneville
2024-10-29 10:00 - 12:30 | Beeland Park, 1016 East Commerce Street, Greeneville, AL, 36037, 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 and fee is non-refundable.
Address:Beeland Park1016 East Commerce StreetGreeneville, AL 36037
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
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Bats of Alabama
2024-10-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Montgomery County Extension Office, 6281 Trotman Rd, Montgomery, AL, 36116, US
Cancelled.

Health Extension for Diabetes
2024-10-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Health Extension for Diabetes is a unique education and support program that connects participants to local clinical resources through partnerships with local hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers. Through a series of 8 sessions provided over 4 months, participants receive education for living with diabetes as well as support from each other, trained extension agents, and local healthcare professionals. The objectives of the program are to improve participants’ knowledge of diabetes, behaviors associated with diabetes management, and diabetes-related health outcomes
Contact:Elaine Softleykes0021@aces.edu(256) 324-2851
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At Home Beekeeping Series
2024-10-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
Join us from home on the last Tuesday of each month for this FREE online alternative to your usual beekeeping club meeting. Experts will present on timely topics and the presentation will be followed by Q&A. Sessions include:
• October 29: Considerations when starting a small beekeeping business, with Amy Vu (UFL)
• November 19: Breeding for Varroa-resistant honey bees, with Frank Rinkevich (USDA-ARS)
• January 28: Coming out of winter, with David Tarpy (UGA)
• February 25: Honey bee nutrition, with Priya Basu (MSU)
• March 25: Colony losses in the USA, with Geoff Williams (AU)
• April 29: Honey bee nest architecture, with Michael Smith (AU)
• May 27: TBA
• June 24: TBA, with Liz Walsh (USDA-ARS)
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Demonstration and Research Training
2024-10-30 08:00 - 15:00 | 245 E. Duncan Hall, 245 E. Duncan Hall, Auburn University, AL, 36849, US
Demonstration and Research Commercial Applicator permit (D&R) Training and exam! October 30, 2024
If you need to receive your Commercial Applicator D&R permit or D&R points (10) this is the program for you. The program includes a day of training, lunch and the option to test at the end of the training. If you are offering events/trainings that include the use of pesticides, then you are required to obtain this permit.
Demonstration & Research applicators are individuals that demonstrate the use of pesticides or supervise their use and applicators conducting field research (e.g. Extension agents, Faculty members specialists, and commercial representatives).
The course is $25.00 for REAs and Extension Specialists. If you are interested in registering for this course please contact Sonja Thomas for the discount code. Registration is $175.00 for all others and this includes lunch and ADAI testing fee.
Address:245 E. Duncan HallAuburn University, AL 36849
Contact:Sonja Thomassbt0010@auburn.edu(334) 750-8891
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Natural Resources Webinar Series - Venomous Snakes of Alabama
2024-10-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Join us to learn more about Alabama’s venomous snakes as we discuss their identification, habitats, and how to live among the snakes in our state.
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-10-31 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

Cottage Food Law Training- Anniston
2024-10-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun County Extension Office, 1702 Noble Street # 108, Anniston, AL, 36201, 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:Calhoun County Extension Office1702 Noble Street # 108Anniston, AL 36201
Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@aces.edu(256) 368-1694
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Marketing Tools for Livestock Producers
2024-10-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Blackbelt Research and Extension Center, 60 County Road 944, Marion Junction, AL, 36759, US
Cattle marketing for all cattle producers including new, beginning and traditionally underserved producers.
Address:Blackbelt Research and Extension Center60 County Road 944Marion Junction, AL 36759
Contact:Ken Kelleykellewi@auburn.edu(251)238-0373

AL Cottage Food Training - Tuscaloosa
2024-10-31 13:30 - 16:30 | Tuscaloosa County Extension Office, 2513 7th Street (park on 8th Street), Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, 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:Tuscaloosa County Extension Office2513 7th Street (park on 8th Street)Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Poultry PPT Webinar Series
2024-11-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
Webinar Series is being developed to educate the poultry industry personnel on various topics related to commercial poultry production and processing.
Contact:Bill Dozierbill.dozier@auburn.edu3347590283
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Growing Shiitake Mushroom Workshop
2024-11-01 13:00 - 14:30 | Morgan County Extension Office, 3120 Hwy 36 W, Hartselle, AL, 35640, US
Shiitake mushrooms are easily grown at home. At this workshop, you will inoculate a log with mushroom spawn and learn how to care for it in order to produce your own crop of edible mushrooms.
Address:Morgan County Extension Office3120 Hwy 36 WHartselle, AL 35640
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Ask a Master Gardener & Horticulture Education Booth at the National Peanut Festival
2024-11-01 17:00 - 21:00 | 5622 US-231, 5622 US-231, Dothan, AL, 36301, US
While visiting the National Peanut Festival, stop by the Ask a Master Gardener Booth! Each year the Master Gardeners have the Ask a Master Gardener Booth. We give out Extension Publications, Master Gardener Helpline cards, play a game called “Are You Smarter Than A Gardener”, invite others to take the upcoming Master Gardener course, and give away seeds and other horticulture items. Come with your gardening questions while you are having a fun night at the fair! The booth will be located in the ALFA building.
Address:5622 US-231Dothan, AL 36301
Contact:Megan Jonesmzo0021@auburn.edu334-441-5327

Volunteer Trainer - Alabama Water Watch Water Quality Monitoring Training
2024-11-02 09:00 - 15:00 | City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center, 26233 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL, 36561, US
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Orange Beach
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry and Bacteriological Monitoring and recertification. 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 October 15th, 2024.
2. Complete the online courses.
By Midnight on October 31st
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 November 2nd
Attend the in-person Field Day at City of Orange Beach’s 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.
Wind and Water Learning Center
26233 Canal Rd
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.
Address:City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center26233 Canal RdOrange Beach, AL 36561
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 844-4785
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Alabama Regenerative Growers Conference
2024-11-02 09:00 - 16:00 | Jones Valley Teaching Farm, 701 25th St N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, US
One day gathering with classes, vendors, refreshments and lunch for ecological farmers & gardeners, organic producers, and holistic thinkers. Speakers (farmers and university professionals) discussing a range of agroecology topics for both commercial fruit & vegetable producers and home gardeners. Pre-session farm tour of Jones Valley downtown site available to a limited number of participants with pre-registration required. Click “Register” to see additional class details and options.
Lunch includes vegetarian and gluten free options.
Contact hza0093@auburn.edu to inquire about participating as a vendor
Hosted by Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network, and Jones Valley Teaching Farm.
Thank you to our sponsors from Dirtcraft Living Soils, CAWACO RC&D, Southern SARE, Hiwassee Products, Seven Springs Farm Supply, Sweet Grown Alabama, Johnny’s Seeds, and Crotovina.
This project is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP)
Address:Jones Valley Teaching Farm701 25th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
Contact:Holt Akers-Campbellhza0093@auburn.edu(205) 471-0912
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