Alabama Cooperative Extension System

VCLLI Fall '23: Smart Devices Made Easy
2023-10-25 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | 240 James L. Dawson Building, Alabama A&M University, Normal, AL, 35762, US
Smartphones and other smart devices are here to stay. Technology changes daily and there is no getting around that., However, this class will help you get around them!
In this class you will learn the basics of smartphone (device) usage, what apps are basic neccessities, how to select and download (free or cost) apps, how to find important information about your phone (device) and smartphone (device) security.
* Welcome smart devices: phones (Android or Iphone), tablets/iPads and watches.
Delivery: In-person
Alabama A&M University | James I. Dawson Building
Room 240
Brief Bio of Presenter: Candra DeBose is the program assistant for the Virgnia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute (VCLLI). The VCLLI is a program of Alabama Cooperative Extension System at AAMU.
The Link is for REGISTRATION ONLY.
Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/SmartDevicesF23
Address:240 James L. Dawson BuildingAlabama A&M UniversityNormal, AL 35762
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/SmartDevicesF23

Servsafe Training/Henry
2023-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Henry County Extension Office, 101 North Doswell Street, Abbeville, AL, 36310, US
This is a food safety course for food permit holders. I use the 7th edition coursebook to teach from.
Address:Henry County Extension Office101 North Doswell StreetAbbeville, AL 36310
Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu334-714-1248
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ServSafe- Tuscaloosa
2023-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Tuscaloosa County Extension Office, 2513 7th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, 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:Tuscaloosa County Extension Office2513 7th StreetTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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The ABCs of Aging- Successful Aging Initiative Conference 2023
2023-10-26 08:00 - 13:00 | Anniston Meeting Center, 1615 Noble Street, Anniston, AL, 36201, US
On behalf of Alabama Extension and the Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute, you are invited to the East Alabama Successful Aging Initiative Conference. This free one-day event will take place on October 26, 2023, from 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the Anniston Meeting Center (1615 Noble St. Anniston, AL 36201).
The theme this year is the ABC’s of Aging- Ask the Experts, Bingo & Fun, Self-Care. There will be Q&A panels with long-term healthcare facilities as well as home health agencies, so make sure to come prepared with your questions! Along with the Q&A panels, there will also be other speakers from the community speaking on various topics. You can register online at http://www.aces.edu/go/EAST-SAI-REG or call 256-237-1621. Please, register by October 2nd to ensure lunch, a goodie bag, and more.
Address:Anniston Meeting Center1615 Noble StreetAnniston, AL 36201
Contact:Bre Steeleabh0084@aces.edu(256) 237-1621
http://www.aces.edu/go/EAST-SAI-REG

Don't Trip: Major Steps vs Missteps in Starting a Business
2023-10-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
In this session, participants will learn steps to take and steps to avoid when starting a small business. Additionally, they will be introduced to resources available through the Alabama Extension System and Alabama A&M University.
Contact:Terence Norwoodtpn0004@aces.edu(256) 932-0947
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Bushel of Apples
2023-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
This workshop will cover information on apples from growing to gobbling! We will cover important topics related to taking care of apple trees to maximizing yields. We will also cover several food preservation methods to extend the shelf life of your apple harvest and some ways to use the apples that have been preserved. Free to attend!
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
http://www.aces.edu/go/bushelofapples

Small Ruminant Webinar Fall Series
2023-10-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
Please join us for our Small Ruminant Webinar Fall 2023 Series at 5:30 PM CT via Zoom. Attendance is free, but registration is required. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Dennis Brothers from Auburn University speaking on the subject of “Business Considerations for Beginning Farmers – Sheep and Goat Edition.”
Contact:Dr. Kimberly Holmesksh0035@aces.edu(256)372-4941
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Beef Systems Short Course
2023-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | 581 14th St North, 581 14th St North, Guin, AL, 35563, US
A lecture-based meeting series for those interested in learning more about management fundamentals of the beef cow-calf industry in Alabama.
Address:581 14th St NorthGuin, AL 35563
Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@auburn.edu(334) 752-1718
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Are your Bees Ready for Winter?
2023-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | 525 School Street, 525 School Street, Eufaula, AL, 36027, US
Are your Bees Ready for Winter? Join us at the Barbour County Extension Office to here how to prepare your bees for the cold winter months. Topics will include winter bee talk, population cycle of bees/mites, how to test for mites, treatment and prescription. Call 334-687-5688 by October 23 to register. Dinner will be provide for those registered.
Address:525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Merri Robinsonmbr0013@auburn.edu(334) 687-5688

Cattle Supplementation Meeting
2023-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | 334 Agricultural Drive, 334 Agricultural Drive, Monroeville, AL, 36460, US
Cattle supplementation meeting.
Address:334 Agricultural DriveMonroeville, AL 36460
Contact:Monroe County Extension Officestanlem@aces.edu(251) 575-3477

Peanut Pod Blast Workshops
2023-10-27 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-31 08:00 - 12:00 | 167 State Hwy 134 E, 167 State Hwy 134 E, Headland, AL, 36345, US
Peanut Maturity Determination
Pod Blast Workshop
WREC
Address:167 State Hwy 134 EHeadland, AL 36345
Contact:Jimmy Jonesjonesja@aces.edu(334) 726-1804

Pecan Management Workshop
2023-10-27 08:00 - 12:00 | 130 Valley Sportsplex, 130 Valley Sportsplex, Valley, AL, 00000, US
On Friday, October 27th, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System will be teaching an educational pecan production workshop at the Sportsplex in Valley (1130 Sportsplex Drive, Valley). The meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 12 noon (Eastern Time). Topics to be discussed at this meeting include site selection, cultivar selection, proper planting, fertility, weed control, irrigation, insects, disease, and pecan propagation. There is no registration fee for this meeting, but you must pre-register to attend. For more information or to pre-register, please contact the Chambers County Extension Office at (334) 864-9373.
Address:130 Valley SportsplexValley, AL 00000
Contact:Chip Easteastwil@aces.edu2568460314

Marshall County Farm City Tour
2023-10-27 08:30 - 13:30 | 11655 Us Hwy 431 South, 11655 Us Hwy 431 South, Guntersville, AL, 35976, US
The always popular Farm-City Tours for 2023 will visit Grown By Grace Produce Farm (naturally grown produce)
Springfield Christmas Tree Farm (a choose and cut operation) and K Supply Company, Inc. (poultry and animal health supplier).
Please visit: http://www.aces.edu/go/marshallevent to register!
Address:11655 Us Hwy 431 SouthGuntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Kristen Robersonkkroberson@auburn.edu(256) 582-2009
http://www.aces.edu/go/marshallevent

Pecan Management Workshop
2023-10-27 09:00 - 12:00 | 130 Sportsplex Drive, 130 Sportsplex Drive, Valley, AL, 00000, US
TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED:
SITE SELECTION, VARIETIES FOR LOW INPUT PLANTINGS, PROPER PLANTING, FERTILIZATION, WEED CONTROL, IRRIGATION, GRAFTING, INSECTS, AND DISEASE.
There is no registration fee but seating is limited and pre-registration is required. Please pre-register by calling the Chambers County Extension Office at 334-864-9373 by Wednesday, October 25th.
The meeting begins at 9 Eastern and 8 Central time.
Address:130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 00000
Contact:Chip Easteastwil@aces.edu2568460314

Black Vulture Depredation Informational Webinar
2023-10-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Alabama Extension and the Lawrence County Natural Resources Council invites you to join us for a 1-hour informational webinar with Leif Stephens, USDA APHIS Wildlife Services, who will speak about the Black Vulture Depredation permitting process in Alabama. This is a free program and there will be a Q&A session at the end of the presentation.
Wildlife professionals, livestock producers, and anyone else with interest or concern in this topic is encouraged to attend. The webinar will be recorded and sent out to those who registered in advance upon the conclusion of the event.
You can also watch the live presentation on the Lawrence County Extension Facebook page.
This webinar will be presented via Zoom. To register in advance, go to https://auburn.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucuCspzgpGtP6tbcd8HOfkdT9_KUX0Mhc
Contact:Kerry Steedleykes0150@aces.edu(334) 350-0485
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Women in Ag Conference
2023-10-28 08:30 - 14:00 | 65 Sportsplex Dr, 65 Sportsplex Dr, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661, US
Calling all women in agriculture—whether you were born into a farming family or are researching options for a side hustle, join Alabama Cooperative Extension for a workshop on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. Sessions will cover Extension apps and tools, sprayer calibration, cattle pulling simulation, and more. Tami Culver Allen from the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industry will deliver an exciting keynote presentation and there will be a panel discussion of women from several sectors of agriculture to wrap up the day.
Address:65 Sportsplex DrMuscle Shoals, AL 35661
Contact:Karen Crowkeb0015@aces.edu(256) 386-8571
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Colbert County Drug Takeback Event
2023-10-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Tusumbia City Hall, 116 E 6th St, Tuscumbia, AL, 35674, US
The Colbert County Extension Office is partnering with the Colbert County Sheriff Office to host a DEA Drug Takeback Day event at the Tuscumbia City Hall. Turn in your old, outdated, or unwanted medications for proper disposal. Accepted items include prescription and over the counter medications, vitamins, patches, and veterinary medications. No needles, liquids, or aerosols, please. Leave items in bottles or put in Ziplock bags. All packaging will be destroyed.
Address:Tusumbia City Hall116 E 6th StTuscumbia, AL 35674
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766

ServSafe Training - Spanish
2023-10-30 09:30 - 16:30 | 424 Blount Avenue, Ste. 21, Guntersville, AL, 35976, US
ServSafe Training for food service employees taught fully in Spanish, exam is bilingual.
Address:424 Blount AvenueSte. 21Guntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Juana Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241
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Walk Like a Champion
2023-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Brewton Area YMCA, 1635 Belleville, Avenue, Brewton, AL, 36426, US
Walk Like a Champion is a state-wide program to get Alabama walking in an effort to reduce the risk factors of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. Sign up today to start walking February 18, 2023.
Address:Brewton Area YMCA1635 Belleville, AvenueBrewton, AL 36426
Contact:Millie Murphreemem0355@Auburn.edu(251) 867-7760

Beef Systems Short Course - Chambers County
2023-10-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-11-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Chambers County Alfa Building, 1006 Avenue A, Lafayette, AL, 36862, 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:Chambers County Alfa Building1006 Avenue ALafayette, AL 36862
Contact:Rachel Phillipsrah0057@auburn.edu(256) 309-9496
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Pumpkinology
2023-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | 231 Court Ave, 231 Court Ave, Elba, AL, 36323, US
Join us for a workshop to learn about pumpkins, carving, & preserving them! This workshop is $10 and this fee will cover 1 pumpkin, workshop supplies, and refreshments. Space is limited and pre-registration is required!
Address:231 Court AveElba, AL 36323
Contact:Megan Jonesmzo0021@auburn.edu334-441-5327
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Pecan Management Workshop
2023-10-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Macon County Extension Office, 207 North Main Street, Tuskegee, AL, 00000, US
TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED:
SITE SELECTION, VARIETIES FOR LOW INPUT PLANTINGS, PROPER PLANTING, FERTILIZATION, WEED CONTROL, IRRIGATION, GRAFTING, INSECTS, AND DISEASE.
There is no registration fee but seating is limited and pre-registration is required. Please pre-register by calling the Macon County Extension Office at 334-727-0340 by Monday, October 30th.
Address:Macon County Extension Office207 North Main StreetTuskegee, AL 00000
Contact:Chip Easteastwil@aces.edu2568460314

ServSafe- Marion
2023-10-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Perry County Health Department, 1748 South Washington St, Marion, AL, 36756, 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:Perry County Health Department1748 South Washington StMarion, AL 36756
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Estrus Synchronization and Fixed Time Artificial Insemination Workshop
2023-11-01 07:30 - 11:00 | Auburn University Beef Teaching Unit, 600 Shug Jordan Pkwy, Auburn, AL, 36832, US
Join us for an Estrus Synchronization and Fixed-Time Artificial Insemination workshop. This will be an informational meeting with the opportunity to be hands-on and learn the tools necessary to implement a successful Estrus Synch and FTAI protocol in your herd!
Address:Auburn University Beef Teaching Unit600 Shug Jordan PkwyAuburn, AL 36832
Contact:Rachel Phillipsrah0057@auburn.edu(256) 309-9496
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Be Ready Lowndes County
2023-11-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Town of White Hall City Council Building, 989 White Hall Town Hall, Lowndesboror, AL, 36752, US
Participants will learn the best steps to take preparing for a severe weather event. The first 20 registered stakeholders will receive a severe weather radio. An EMA representative and the Lowndes County Engineer will be on hand to help residents program their severe weather radios.
Address:Town of White Hall City Council Building989 White Hall Town HallLowndesboror, AL 36752
Contact:Tansia Shealeytjs0032@auburn.edu(334)548-2315

Planting Bulbs & Tubers for Next Year's Bloomers- Montgomery Lunch and Learn
2023-11-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Montgomery Cultural Arts Center, 1018 Madison Avenue, Montgomery Cultural Arts Center, 1018 Madison Avenue, Montgomery, AL, 36104, US
Horticulturist and Master Gardener, Karen Weber will present all the options in bulbs and tubers that do well in the central Alabama climate for reliable blooms next spring and fall. This program is FREE for anyone. Bottled waters are provided and bring a sack lunch and come learn with us.
Address:Montgomery Cultural Arts Center, 1018 Madison AvenueMontgomery, AL 36104
Contact:Montgomery County Extension Officejones57@aces.edu3342704133

Servsafe - Shelby
2023-11-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Shelby County Extension Office, 54 Kelly Lane, Columbiana, AL, 35051, US
Food Safety Certification 2 day Course that meets the requirements of the state health department regulations for those that serve the public through retail establishments
Address:Shelby County Extension Office54 Kelly LaneColumbiana, AL 35051
Contact:Angela Treadawaytreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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