Alabama Cooperative Extension System

VCLLI F'24: Musical Theatre Dance Fitness Series
2024-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

Natural Resources Webinar Series - Data Driven Deer Management
2024-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
This webinar will provide an overview of the data hunters and land managers should collect to better manage their deer herd and habitat.
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-10-17 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

Infant Safety Awareness Educational Event
2024-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
This event is for parents to be and new parents of an infant aged 0-12 months. Various infant safety topics such as safe sleep, car seat safety, infant CPR (no certification provided) and water safety will be presented at no cost to increase awareness surrounding infant safety.
Contact:Kali Gilbertkrg0046@aces.edu(205) 571-6669
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Cattle and Forage Field Day Blackbelt Research & Extension Center
2024-10-18 08:00 - 13:00 | Blackbelt Research and Extension Center, 60 County Road 944, Marion Junction, AL, 36759, US
Cattle and Forage Field Day at the Blackbelt Research and Extension Center
Address:Blackbelt Research and Extension Center60 County Road 944Marion Junction, AL 36759
Contact:Josh Elmoreelmorjb@aces.edu(334) 850-7859
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AL Cottage Food Training- Linden
2024-10-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Marengo County Extension Office, 2400 East Coats Ave., Linden, AL, 36748, 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:Marengo County Extension Office2400 East Coats Ave.Linden, AL 36748
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Professional Logging Manager (PLM) Workshop
2024-10-18 09:00 - 15:00 | UWA Cahaba Biodiversity Center, 5252 Birmingham Rd, Centreville, AL, 35042, US
This Professional Logging Management workshop will offer both PLM and CFE credits. Topics will include Wildlife and Logging, Vegetative Management, First Aid, Snakes of Alabama, and Best Management Practices. Lunch will be provided for all attendees.
Address:UWA Cahaba Biodiversity Center5252 Birmingham RdCentreville, AL 35042
Contact:Lynn Dickinsonrhodela@aces.edu(334) 303-8360
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Alabama Water Watch Water Quality Monitoring Training
2024-10-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Venue To Be Determined, Venue To Be Determined, Auburn, AL, 36830, US
AWW Bacteriological & Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Auburn
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. 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 1st, 2024.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On October 1st
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.
Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.
By Midnight on October 16th
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 October 18th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Field Day Schedule: To Be Determined
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:Venue To Be DeterminedAuburn, AL 36830
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 844-4785
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Creating Fall Flower Containers
2024-10-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Covington County Extension Office, 23952 Alabama Hwy. 55, Ste 4, Andalusia, AL, 36420, US
Join us for a free lunch and learn event at the Covington County Extension Office where you will learn how to design and put together fall flower containers for your homes and porches.
Address:Covington County Extension Office23952 Alabama Hwy. 55, Ste 4Andalusia, AL 36420
Contact:Emily Wismerekw0038@auburn.edu3342823683

Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training - Auburn
2024-10-19 09:00 - 13:00 | Venue To Be Determined, Venue To Be Determined, Auburn, AL, 36830, US
Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Auburn
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Stream Biomonitoring. 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 1st, 2024.
On October 1st
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.
Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.
By Midnight on October 16th
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 (1 hour)
On October 19th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Field Day Schedule: To Be Determined
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:Venue To Be DeterminedAuburn, AL 36830
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 944-4785
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ServSafe - Eufaula
2024-10-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Barbour County Extension Office, 525 School Street, Eufaula, AL, 36027, 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:Barbour County Extension Office525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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VCLLI Fall '24: Tai Chi for Seniors
2024-10-21 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
2024-10-21 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

AL Cottage Food Training - Eufaula
2024-10-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Barbour County Extension Office, 525 School Street, Eufaula, AL, 36027, 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:Barbour County Extension Office525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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Baldwin HED
2024-10-22 08:00 - 10:00 | United States
A FREE 8-session program to connect individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes with clinical resources through partnerships with Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
Address:Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center8300 AL-104Fairhope, AL 36532
Contact:Alexia Mingo Simmonsazm0392@auburn.edu(251) 395-2302
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New & Beginning Recreational/Forest Landowner Workshop
2024-10-22 08:45 - 15:00 | Northeast Alabama Community College, 138 AL-35, Rainsville, AL, 35986, United States
Recreational landowner’s often have multiple management goals for their property and with these come tradeoffs towards achieving and balancing wildlife and timber production. Understanding the services and resources available, timber management, and techniques to enhance the deer, turkey, and other wildlife habitat is important to many new and long-standing forest owners. Local agencies and businesses and agents with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System are here to help along the way. These topics will be discussed at the New & Beginning Recreational Forest Landowner Workshop hosted by the Jackson County Natural Resources Planing Committee on Tuesday, October 22nd from 8:45 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Northeast Alabama Community College’s Workforce Development Building (Rm. 132), 138 AL-35, Rainsville, AL 35986. Indoor presentations will outline considerations that guide management and business decisions for many forested recreational properties. Additionally, this program will allow for attendees to ask questions related directly to their goals and property. Participants must pre-register by visiting http://www.aces.edu/go/4458. Registration includes a seat at the presentations, lunch, and printed materials. For questions, contact the Jackson County Extension Office at 256-574-2143.
Address:Northeast Alabama Community College – Workforce Development Bldg.138 AL-35Rainsville, AL 35986
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
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Let's Go Nuts: Residential Pecan Workshop
2024-10-22 09:00 - 13:00 | 4499 US 80, 4499 US 80, Phenix City, AL, 36869, US
Topics to be discussed at this meeting include site selection, cultivar selection, proper planting, fertility, weed control, irrigation, insects, disease, and pecan propagation.
Address:4499 US 80Phenix City, AL 36869
Contact:Chip Easteastwil@aces.edu(256) 846-0314
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ServSafe-Mobile
2024-10-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-23 09:00 - 15:00 | Mobile County Extension Office, 1070 Schillinger Road North, Mobile, AL, 36608, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Managers Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirement of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a two-day class. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Seating is limited.
Address:Mobile County Extension Office1070 Schillinger Road NorthMobile, AL 36608
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
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Drug Takeback Day in Colbert County
2024-10-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Walmart Supercenter, 301 Avalon Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661, US
The Colbert County Extension Office is partnering with the Colbert County Sheriff’s Department to host a pharmaceutical takeback day on October 22 from 10AM- 12PM. 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:Walmart Supercenter301 Avalon AveMuscle Shoals, AL 35661
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766

ServSafe Training/ Houston County
2024-10-22 10:00 - 16:00 | 1699 Ross Clark Circle, 1699 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, AL, 36301, US
Food safety training for food permit holders which is required by the state. Will be teaching from the ServSafe 7th ed. Managers coursebook.
Address:1699 Ross Clark CircleDothan, AL 36301
Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu(334) 714-1248
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ServSafe- Tuscaloosa
2024-10-22 10:00 - 17:00 | 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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AL Cottage Food Training
2024-10-22 12:05 - 14:05 | Madison County Extension Office, 819 Cook Ave, Huntsville, AL, 35801, 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:Madison County Extension Office819 Cook AveHuntsville, AL 35801
Contact:Christy Mendozacnm0012@auburn.edu(205) 217-6495
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Cottage Food Law Training- Rockford
2024-10-22 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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Plant Propagation
2024-10-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Lamar County Extension Office, 281 Columbus Ave NW, Vernon, AL, 35592, US
Want to learn how to grow your own plants? Join us the Lamar County Extension Office to learn about how to propagate your own plants. Participants will learn how to propagate plants by cuttings, separation, and division. Please pre-register online through the aces.edu website or contact the Lamar County Extension Office at (205) 695-7139. Cost to attend is $5. We are cashless! Check or money order accepted only for in-person payments.
Address:Lamar County Extension Office281 Columbus Ave NWVernon, AL 35592
Contact:Makahla Hollowaymgh0120@auburn.edu(251) 423-9415
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Health Extension for Diabetes
2024-10-22 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)
2024-10-22 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

Beef Systems Short Course - Franklin County
2024-10-22 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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Southern Pine Beetles
2024-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Alabama National Guard Armory, 133 Walnut Street, Centreville, AL, 35042, US
Southern Pine Beetles have a devasting effect on southern pine forests. Drew Metzler from the Alabama Forestry Commission will discuss how to determine if you have southern pine beetles, and what to do to control them. A light dinner will be served. Registration Required. This program is hosted by the Bibb County Natural Resource Council.
Address:Alabama National Guard Armory133 Walnut StreetCentreville, AL 35042
Contact:Michelle Giddensmcg0046@auburn.edu(205) 926-4310
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