Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Gardening Lunch & Learn: Composting
2024-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | BMC Wellness Center, 285 Hospital Drive, Centreville, AL, 35042, US
Bring your lunch and join us for a continuation of gardening topics! Composting is one of the best ways to improve your soil and nourish your plants! Register by calling the Bibb County Extension Office at 205-926-4310!
Address:BMC Wellness Center285 Hospital DriveCentreville, AL 35042
Contact:Michelle Giddensmcg0046@auburn.edu(205) 926-4310
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Filing For Success Hybrid - ENGLISH
2024-09-23 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-09-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-09-30 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-10-02 17:30 - 19:00 | 424 Blount Ave STE G-21, 424 Blount Ave STE G-21, Guntersville, AL, 35976, US
If you are a new small business owner. Or you may be thinking about opening a new business? Looking for guidance on legal obligations and structures? Confused about taxes and business owner responsibilities? Join Alabama Extension for Filing for Success, a free, four-part webinar series. Each session will go over different aspects of legally establishing a new small business in Alabama including selecting a business structure, filing an LLC, obtaining insurance, and filing taxes.
Address:424 Blount Ave STE G-21Guntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Juani Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241
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Animal Disease Traceability & Record Keeping Workshop
2024-09-23 18:00 - 19:00 | 1333 Blount Avenue, 1333 Blount Avenue, Guntersville, AL, 35976, US
Learn about the changes regarding Electronic Tagging from State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Frazier along with Basic Record Keeping Skills to implement on your farm by Alabama Beef Cattle Improvement Association Director Michelle Elmore.
Dinner will be provided for those who per-register by September 18th.
Address:1333 Blount AvenueGuntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Kristen Robersonkkroberson@auburn.edu(256) 582-2009
http://www.aces.edu/go/animalid

Health Extension for Diabetes
2024-09-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-01 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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VCLLI F '24: Saving the Family Property (Heirs Property Education Series)
2024-09-24 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
Understanding Heirs Property at the Community Level: Overview, Prevention, and Resolution
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/4448

At Home Beekeeping Series
2024-09-24 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:
• September 24: Bee breeding in the age of genomics, with Garett Slater (TAMU)
• October 29: Hot topics in beekeeping, 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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The Coordinator's Corner
2024-09-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Pickens County Extension Office, 155 Reform Street, Ste. 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 AM every Wednesday.
Address:Pickens County Extension Office155 Reform Street, Ste. 300Carrollton, AL 35447
Contact:Jed Smartjrs0178@aces.edu(205) 463-0885

Back 2 Basics Wednesday Webinar Series
2024-09-25 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:
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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VCLLI F'24: Musical Theatre Dance Fitness Series
2024-09-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theatre, 3312 Long Avenue, Huntsville, AL, 35805, US
Register at http://www.aces.edu/go/TheatreF24
No singing skills required.
Final Performance: Thursday, October 24, 2024
Madison County Successful Aging Initiative Conference
Address:Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theatre3312 Long AvenueHuntsville, AL 35805
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/theatref24

VCLLI F '24: Products from the Hive
2024-09-25 13:00 - 14:15 | Alabama A&M University Agribition Center, 4925 Moores Mill Road, Huntsville, AL, 35811, US
Free in-person event. Call 256.372.7022
Let’s learn about honey and products made with honey. Participants will have an opportunity to join demonstrations and sample products.
Address:Alabama A&M University Agribition Center4925 Moores Mill RoadHuntsville, AL 35811
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(256) 372-4949

Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-09-26 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

CANCELED Proactive Estate Planning: Protecting Your Family's Land Legacy (Week 3)
2024-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th St., Ste. 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, US
Join us to learn about how to prevent heirs’ property for future generations to maintain your family’s generational wealth through estate planning. 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 36801
Contact:Rilea Robinsonrar0086@auburn.edu(334) 292-5005
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Shoals Area Invasive Plant Project - Event #3
2024-09-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve, 251 Loop Rd, Tuscumbia, AL, 35674, US
Join us for the third of three sessions as part of the 2024 Shoals Area Invasive Plant Project in partnership with the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, City of Florence, TVA, and the Land Trust of North Alabama.
There are three event dates for 2024:
August 23 – Deibert Park, Florence
September 13 – TVA Native Plant Garden, Muscle Shoals
September 27 – Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve, Tuscumbia
For these events we will begin the morning with a 1-hour “walk and talk” to identify the invasive plant species that we see along the paved trails in the location for that day. Following this portion, we will have an optional 2-hour volunteer opportunity to gain hands on experience with controlling the invasive plant species we encounter. Your participation is encouraged for the added benefit of controlling the non-native invasive plants in our valuable community green spaces.
Please keep in mind that this event will require walking on paved and unpaved surfaces.
Snacks and water will be available. Certificates of participation can be provided with advanced notice.
Address:Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve251 Loop RdTuscumbia, AL 35674
Contact:Kerry Steedleykes0150@auburn.edu(334) 350-0485
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Winston County Forestry Field Day
2024-09-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Natural Bridge hiking trail, 7202 County Road 63, Double Springs, AL, 35553, US
We will host a forestry/landowner field day at the Natural Bridge Hiking Trail and a private landowner’s farm in Houston, AL in Winston County. The event will highlight Southern Pine Beetles (SPB), with a Pine beetle update, loblolly replacement options, Clearcut – conversion to wildlife opening, oak savannah management, Native American heritage, and bluff shelters – do’s and don’ts. Partners include Winston County Natural Resources Council, Alabama Forestry Commission, Alabama Forestry Association, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Winston County Soil and Water District, USDA NRCS, USDA Forest Service, and others. There will be lunch provided. Please register for the event by Monday, September 23, 2024. You can call the Winston County Extension Office to register at (205) 489-5376
Address:Natural Bridge hiking trail7202 County Road 63Double Springs, AL 35553
Contact:Zack Brannonzdb0006@aces.edu(205) 489-5376

VCLLI F'24: Digital Experience Trail of Tears
2024-09-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Virtual experience presented by Burritt on the Mountain
Registration: http://www.aces.edu/go/BurrittF24
This presentation is a history of southeastern Native Americans.
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/BurrittF24

ServSafe - Union Springs
2024-09-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-01 09:00 - 16:00 | Bullock County Extension Office, 21578 HWY 82E, Union Springs, AL, 36089, 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 CST both days.
Address:Bullock County Extension Office21578 HWY 82EUnion Springs, AL 36089
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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VCLLI Fall '24: Tai Chi for Seniors
2024-09-30 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

Feed Milling Workshop
2024-09-30 13:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-01 13:00 - 21:00 | 1088 Auburn Lakes Rd, 1088 Auburn Lakes Rd, Auburn, AL, 36849, US
This workshop will cover the majority of the areas in feed manufacturing from quality control during ingredients’ receiving to pellet cooling and crumbling.
Address:1088 Auburn Lakes RdAuburn, AL 36849
Contact:Wilmer Pachecowjp0010@auburn.edu(334) 844-2627
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AL Cottage Food Training - Union Springs
2024-09-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Bullock County Extension Office, 21578 HWY 82E, Union Springs, AL, 36089, 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:Bullock County Extension Office21578 HWY 82EUnion Springs, AL 36089
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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VCLLI F'24:Fitness for Seniors (Virtual)
2024-10-01 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

Introductory HACCP Workshop for Meat and Poultry
2024-10-02 08:00 - 16:00 | Charles C. Miller Jr. Poultry Research and Education Center, 1088 Auburn Lakes Rd., Auburn, AL, 36830, US
Introductory HACCP Course to review the philosophy and principles of the HACCP system and discuss the implementation of HACCP in poultry and meat plants. Participants who complete this course will receive Introductory HACCP Certification through the International HACCP Alliance.
Address:Charles C. Miller Jr. Poultry Research and Education Center1088 Auburn Lakes Rd.Auburn, AL 36830
Contact:Dianna Bourassadvb0006@auburn.edu(334) 728-7538
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Natural Resources Webinar Series - Alabama's Historic Cemeteries
2024-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
We’ll discuss Alabama’s Historic Cemeteries and what landowners with these sites on their properties can do for their preservation.
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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