Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Health Extension for Diabetes
2024-08-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 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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Coordinator's Corner
2024-08-07 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-08-14 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@aces.edu(205) 463-0885

Private Pesticide Applicator Training and Testing
2024-08-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, 1214 81st Street South, Birmingham, AL, 35206, US
Participants will receive training on pesticide application, followed by testing to receive a private pesticide applicator permit.
Address:Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve1214 81st Street SouthBirmingham, AL 35206
Contact:David LawrenceLawreda@aces.edu(334) 740-1667
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Claybank Master Gardener's Lunch & Learns
2024-08-07 12:00 - 13:00 | 202 AL-123, 202 AL-123, Ozark, AL, 36360, US
Please join us for the seasonal Claybank Master Gardener Association’s lunch & learns! Topics include How to Preserve Cut Flowers, Rain Barrels, Disaster Preparedness, and Making a Muscadine Wreath. It is on the 1st Wednesday of the month in Febrary, May, August, and November from 12noon-1PM! Please bring your lunch & come learn. This event is free and all are welcome. It is hosted at the Ozark Dale County Library.
Address:202 AL-123Ozark, AL 36360
Contact:Megan Jonesmzo0021@auburn.edu(334) 774-2329

Business Model Canvas: 101
2024-08-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
BMC 101: The Business Model Canvas is an interactive business tool that can be completed in one sitting and adjusted multiple times no matter the stage of your business. It teaches business owners how to define their business by its “Value Proposition”, identify the correct customer segments, what activities and resources are most important and how to keep revenues above costs. This single course does expand into our 4-part series “Business Building Blocks”.
Contact:Jon Jacobsonjacobj1@auburn.edu(256) 714-9142
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Natural Resources Webinar Series - Drone Use in Forest Operations: timber harvesting, erosion, and storm damage assessments
2024-08-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
This webinar will discuss the recent research Dr. Cristan is doing with drones for BMP and erosion monitoring and storm damage assessments.
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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Alabama Smart Ya
2024-08-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Today on the Smart Yards Webinar, Kerry Smith will talk about what makes botany so beautiful!
Contact:Dani Carrollcarrodl@aces.edu(256) 458-6043
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Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-08-08 08:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-15 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

Servsafe - Shelby
2024-08-08 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-15 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 Treadawayatreadaw@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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Senior Smart Technology
2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:30 | 340 Queen Ann Road, 340 Queen Ann Road, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, US
Hands on educational opportunity for senior citizens to learn how to use smart technology in everyday life.
Address:340 Queen Ann RoadWetumpka, AL 36092
Contact:Katrina Mitchellmitchk1@aces.edu(334) 567-6301

Right Bite: A diabetes Cooking School- Session 4
2024-08-08 10:00 - 12:00 | 21950 AL-181, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, US
This diabetes cooking school teaches how to control carbohydrate, modify fat and increase fiber so those affected by diabetes can achieve better blood glucose and blood pressure control.
Address:21950 AL-181Fairhope, AL 36532
Contact:Alexia Mingo Simmonsazm0392@auburn.edu(251) 937-7176
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Pasture Poultry & Pork 101 - Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer
2024-08-08 18:00 - 20:00 | North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Talley Ho Street, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
Interested in raising hogs or chickens on pasture? Alabama Extension will discuss the on-farm processing for poultry and food safety. A local farm will share their experience on raising poultry and pigs on pasture.
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 July 25, 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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Gulf Coast Cattlemen's Conference
2024-08-09 08:00 - 14:00 | 1412 E. Nashville Avenue, 1412 E. Nashville Avenue, Atmore, AL, 36502, US
Educational Conference for Alabama Cattle Producers
Address:1412 E. Nashville AvenueAtmore, AL 36502
Contact:Ken Kelleykellewi@auburn.edu(251)238-0373

Grant Writing 101 Workshop
2024-08-09 09:30 - 13:30 | Selma – Dallas County Public Library, 1103Selma Ave., Selma, AL, 36703, US
Join us as Alabama Cooperative Extension and local community partners work to provide a workshop taking a closer look at grant writing. Topics covered will include developing a budget for grant proposals, identifying potential funding sources for small businesses, and considerations to remember when writing a grant proposal.
This workshop is free to the public but does require pre- registration by August 5th at 4pm. To register please contact the Dallas County Extension Office.
Address:Selma – Dallas County Public Library1103Selma Ave.Selma, AL 36703
Contact:David Daniel, Jr.danieda@auburn.edu(334) 875-3200

Eco-Friendly Friday Environmental Series
2024-08-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Join us for training sessions on traditional conservation topics as well as new and emerging issues in environmental education. This free virtual webinar series offers effective best management practices (BMPs) aimed at safeguarding human, animal & environmental health, and practical solutions to help reduce your ecological footprint. Whether you are an educator, an environmental professional, or a nature-lover, tune in to discover how you can become a better steward of the environment and its precious resources. Registration is required.
Sessions include:
• August 9: The Alabama Drought Reach Program, with Program Coordinator Brianne Minton
• September 13: An Introduction to Growing Native Plants, with AAMU Forestry Herbarium Curator Lynne Weninegar
• October 11: TBA
• November 8: TBA
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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ServSafe- Selma
2024-08-12 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-08-13 09:30 - 16:30 | Trustmark Bank, 310 Broad Street, Selma, AL, 36702, 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:Trustmark Bank310 Broad StreetSelma, AL 36702
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Herbal Vinegars
2024-08-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Tallapoosa County Extension Office, 125 N Broadnax St., Dadeville, AL, 36853, US
Come and learn about growing herbs in your garden and using them to infuse vinegars.
Address:Tallapoosa County Extension Office125 N Broadnax St.Dadeville, AL 36853
Contact:Tallapoosa County Extensionharria5@aces.edu(256) 825-1050
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Back 2 Basics Wednesday Webinar Series
2024-08-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Join the Urban Home Grounds Team on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 10 AM CT to learn the basics of home horticulture in Alabama.
Sessions include:
August 14 – Weathering the Storm: Identifying and Mitigating Tree Hazards at Home
Joel Potter, Urban Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Regional Extension Agent, Baldwin County
August 28 – Five-Gallon Bucket Gardening
Roosevelt Robinson, Assistant Director of Urban Agriculture, Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resource Programs
September 11 – No Program
September 25 – Korean Natural Farming
Bronson Lubresky, Urban Home Grounds, Gardens, and Home Pests Regional Extension Agent, Jefferson County
October 9 – Let’s Plant a Tree….the Right Way!
Joel Potter, Urban Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Regional Extension Agent, Baldwin County
October 23 – 10 Great Trees and Shrubs for the Landscape
Allyson Shabel, Urban Home Grounds, Gardens, and Home Pests Regional Extension Agent, Morgan County
November 13 – Safe and Secure Homes: Landscape Edition
Marcus Garner, Urban Home Grounds, Gardens, and Home Pests Regional Extension Agent, Madison County
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Alabama Smart Yards Webinar: Pesticides - Storage and Safety
2024-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Dr. Sonja Thomas will talk about pesticide safety in our homes: longevity and storage.
Register for the webinar here: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/landscaping/smart-yards-online-series/
Contact:Dani Carrollcarrodl@auburn.edu(256) 458-6043

AL Cottage Food Training- Brewton
2024-08-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Escambia County Extension Office, 175 Ag Science Drive, Brewton, AL, 36426, 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 nonrefundable.
Address:Escambia County Extension Office175 Ag Science DriveBrewton, AL 36426
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
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Be Ready,Lowndes County!
2024-08-15 10:30 - 12:30 | Mosses Town Hall, 1 Mosses Park Circle, Hayneville, AL, 36040, US
This educational workshop offers training on preparing food, medicines, and important documents in the event of severe weather; learning the services available through different agencies during severe weather. Stakeholders will receive training on understanding severe weather terminology, and attendees will be trained on using their free weather radios (while supplies last). Those radios will be programmed onsite. Check this calendar for next month’s free meeting at another location in Lowndes County,
Alabama.
Address:Mosses Town Hall1 Mosses Park CircleHayneville, AL 36040
Contact:Tana Shealeytjs0032@auburn.edu(334) 548-2315

Soil Fertility and Composting
2024-08-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Alfa Environmental Training Building 316 Bartrum Street, Alfa Environmental Training Building 316 Bartrum Street, Livingston, AL, 35470, US
Our health and the Earth’s health begins in the soil beneath our feet.
Join Urban Regional Extension Agent Bronson Lubresky for a presentation on practical methods to strengthen soil fertility. Basic composting and more advanced compost practices will also be discussed.
Address:Alfa Environmental Training Building 316 Bartrum StreetLivingston, AL 35470
Contact:Trenisha Macktzm0019@aces.edu(205) 652-9501
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Beef Quality Assurance Training - Lauderdale County
2024-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | 802 Veterans Dr, 802 Veterans Dr, Florence, AL, 35630, US
Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is a national program that raises consumer confidence through offering proper management techniques and a commitment to quality within every segment of the industry.
Address:802 Veterans DrFlorence, AL 35630
Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@aces.edu(334) 752-1718
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Small Container Gardening
2024-08-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-08-16 17:00 - 18:00 | 185 Ashwood Drive, 185 Ashwood Drive, Winfield, AL, 35594, US
Come learn about small container vegetable gardening. 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. Register online or call the Winfield Public Library at (205) 487-2484
Address:185 Ashwood DriveWinfield, AL 35594
Contact:Makahla Hollowaymgh0120@auburn.edu(251) 423-9415
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