2024 Alabama Pasture to Rail & Calf Health Meeting - Autaugaville, AL
2024-04-25 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Autauga County Extension Office, 2226 Alabama Highway 14 West, Autaugaville, AL, 36003, US
Presentation of information about the 2024 Alabama Pasture to Rail (P2R) Program and Calf Health principles. Topics include the P2R program educational goals, management and rules. The Calf Health section stresses the importance of following a sound vaccination protocol and timely health practices. Overall, beef producers learn about retained ownership and the feeder-finishing segment of the beef industry.
Address:Autauga County Extension Office2226 Alabama Highway 14 WestAutaugaville, AL 36003
Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814
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Live Well Alabama
2024-04-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th., Ste. 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, US
Come Join our SNAP-ED Agent for Live Well, Jacob Bailey and Regina Meadows, Human Diet Nutrition Agent as part of our series on tips and tricks to save money, eat better, and move more..
Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th., Ste. 4Opelika, AL 36801
Contact:Tara Barrbarrtar@auburn.edu(334) 749-3353

Women In Ag
2024-04-26 08:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-27 08:00 - 16:00 | Fayette County Multipurpose Complex, 650 McConnell Loop, Fayette, AL, 35555, US
Register today for this Hands-on Workshop to be hosted at the Fayette Multipurpose Complex. This program will include cattle handling, expertise knowledge on grazing management, calving simulator demonstration, trailer hook-up and backing, tractor safety and the list goes on. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! This is a program for Women – Taught by Women.
Address:Fayette County Multipurpose Complex650 McConnell LoopFayette, AL 35555
Contact:Ali Gotcheracg0134@aces.edu(334) 752-1718
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West Central SET 4H Competitive Events Day
2024-04-26 08:00 - 16:00 | University of West Alabama, University of West Alabama, Livingston, AL, 35470, US
West Central SET 4H Competitive Events Day
Address:University of West AlabamaLivingston, AL 35470
Contact:Trenisha Macktzm0019@auburn.edu(205)373-9281

Cottage Food Law Training- Ashland
2024-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Clay County Extension Office, 93 County Road 31, Ashland, AL, 36251, 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:Clay County Extension Office93 County Road 31Ashland, AL 36251
Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@aces.edu(256) 368-1694
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Lamar County Spring Floral Design Workshop
2024-04-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Lamar County Extension Office, 281 Columbus Avenue NW, Vernon, AL, 35592, US
Prom and wedding season are right around the corner. What better way to get into event season than learning how to make your own floral arrangements. Join us at the Lamar County Extension office to learn to make corsages, boutonnieres, hand-tied bouquets, and a small table arrangement Participants will make and take home a table arrangement, hand-tied bouquet, and either a corsage or boutonniere. Cost of the program is $25 per person. Register online or contact the Lamar County Extension Office at 205-695-7139.
Address:Lamar County Extension Office281 Columbus Avenue NWVernon, AL 35592
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Cottage Food Course - Shelby/Bibb
2024-04-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Parnell Public Library, 277 Park Dr, Montevallo, AL, 35115, US
Cottage Food Certification for those wanting to sell non-hazardous items from their homes. Come see the new rulings, learn about preparing the safest product possible and learn some food preservation method for preparing jams and jellies. You will be able to take your certification test at the end of class that will be good for 5 years.
Address:Parnell Public Library277 Park DrMontevallo, AL 35115
Contact:Angela Treadawaytreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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Volunteer Trainer - Alabama Water Watch Water Monitoring Training - Orange Beach
2024-04-27 09:00 - 15:00 | City of Orange Beach Wind & Water Learning Center, 26233 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL, 36561, US
Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training – Orange Beach
Registration is Required
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 and recertification. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
Professional Development Hours are available through PowerSchool for educators who complete training. For more information, please email awwvolunteers@auburn.edu.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by April 9th, 2024.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
By Midnight on April 25th
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 April 27th
Attend the in-person Field Day at City of Orange Beach 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.
City of Orange Beach Wind & Water Learning Center
26233 Canal Road
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.
This training is led by an AWW Volunteer Trainer.
Address:City of Orange Beach Wind & Water Learning Center26233 Canal RoadOrange Beach, AL 36561
Contact:Alabama Water Watchawwprog@auburn.edu(334) 844-4785
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Pike County Master Gardeners Plant Sale at TroyFest
2024-04-27 09:00 - 17:00 | TroyFest, Downtown Troy, Troy, AL, 36081, US
Plant Sale open to the public. Offering a variety of plants.
Address:TroyFestDowntown TroyTroy, AL 36081
Contact:June Mooreaep0067@aces.edu(334) 312-5816

West Alabama Pollinator Workshop
2024-04-27 14:00 - 18:00 | Tuscaloosa Co. Extension Office, 2513 7th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35353, US
Join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Tuscaloosa Master Gardeners, the University of West Alabama, and others for this spring’s pollinator workshop.
Learn how to attract native pollinators, what plants to plant, pollinator-friendly gardening practices, and how to manage honeybees.
Address:Tuscaloosa Co. Extension Office2513 7th StreetTuscaloosa, AL 35353
Contact:Dylan Taylordjt0014@auburn.edu(251) 362-2467
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Alabama Cottage Food Law Class Fayette AL Fayette County
2024-04-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-29 17:30 - 20:30 | 650 McConnell Loop, 650 McConnell Loop, Fayette, AL, 35555, US
Alabama Cottage Food Law Certification Class
Address:650 McConnell LoopFayette, AL 35555
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu(205) 932-8941
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ServSafe Marshall County - Espanol
2024-04-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-01 09:00 - 15:00 | 424 Blount Avenue, Ste. G-21, Guntersville, AL, 35976, US
ServSafe certification training for food service workers.
Address:424 Blount AvenueSte. G-21Guntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Juana Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241
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Reach Out and Play
2024-04-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Alabama A&M University, 4925 Moore Mills Road, Huntsville, AL, 35811, US
Call ALL generations!! Join VCLLI, AARP Alabama, and TARCOG for fun playing board games, BINGO, and card games with a multigenerational twist. Caregivers, families, and individuals are invited to Reach Out and Play!
Register using http://www.aces.edu/go/Play429
Address:Alabama A&M University4925 Moore Mills RoadHuntsville, AL 35811
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/Play429

2024 Alabama Grazing Academy - Covington County
2024-04-30 08:00 - 16:00 | 23952 Alabama Highway 55, 23952 Alabama Highway 55, Andalusia, AL, 36420, US
A day-long (8.0 hours) in-depth, producer educational program covering forage production and grazing management. Topics include: Calculating Stocking Rates, Calibrating Herbicide Sprayers, ComparingCosts – Fiber Economics, Demonstrating Manure Distribution, Establishing a Grazing System, Grazing Arithmetic, Grazing Heights and Root Growth, Nature Hates Bare Ground, Soil & Forage Testing, and Temporary Fencing & Rotational Grazing. Training utilizes classroom presentations and hands-on activities.
Address:23952 Alabama Highway 55Andalusia, AL 36420
Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814
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Growing in Small Spaces - Container Gardening with Ornamentals and Veggies
2024-04-30 10:00 - 12:00 | 39989 Highway 75, 39989 Highway 75, Altoona, AL, 35952, US
Not a lot of space? No problem! Join us as we discuss tips and techniques for growing your favorite ornamental and vegetable plants in containers. We will cover design, variety selection, plant care and more!
Address:39989 Highway 75Altoona, AL 35952
Contact:Bethany O’Rearbao0004@aces.edu(205) 612-9524
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WISE101-Adelia Russell Library
2024-04-30 14:00 - 15:00 | 318 Church St., 318 Church St., Alexander City, AL, 35010, US
The 1-hour Weekly Income, Saving &
Expenses (WISE) Money Management
workshop teaches participants eight easy
steps to (1) track expenses and income,
(2) develop a personal money plan
(budget), (3) manage the plan, and (4)
adjust for planned and unexpected
expenses.
Address:318 Church St.Alexander City, AL 35010
Contact:Angela Tayloramt0125@auburn.edu256-794-0643

AL Cottage Food Training - Tuskegee
2024-04-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Macon County Extension Office, 207 N. Main Street, Tuskegee, AL, 36083, 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:Macon County Extension Office207 N. Main StreetTuskegee, AL 36083
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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Candle Making with Local Wax
2024-04-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th., Ste. 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, US
Come join our Lee County Extension Staff and our HoneyBee Expert, Damon Wallace on making Candles from local Bee Wax. YES-You will be taking Candles Home. This is part of a Series on Tips & Tricks to Save Money, Eat Better, and Move More.
Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th., Ste. 4Opelika, AL 36801
Contact:Tara Barrbarrtar@auburn.edu(334) 749-3353

At Home Beekeeping Series
2024-04-30 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:
• April 30: Swarming biology and management, with J. Zawislak (UARK)
• May 28: TBD, with D. Tarpy (NCSU)
• June 25: TBD, with L. Walsh (USDA-ARS)
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Cottage Food Law Training- Greensboro
2024-05-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Hale County Extension Office, 701 Hall Street, Greensboro, AL, 36744, US
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Food Safety and Quality team offers in-person Alabama Cottage Food Law trainings throughout the state. This training is for those who want to produce and sell certain nonhazardous food items from their home. The cost to attend a training is $25, and the certification is good for three years.
Address:Hale County Extension Office701 Hall StreetGreensboro, AL 36744
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Container Gardening with Annuals and Perennials
2024-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | 1018 Madison Ave., 1018 Madison Ave., Montgomery, AL, 36104, US
Horticulturist and Master Gardener, Karen Weber will inspire you to go out and plant a beautiful container garden with great colors and combinations of plant materials.
Address:1018 Madison Ave.Montgomery, AL 36104
Contact:Montgomery Cultural Arts Centerjones57@aces.edu3342458053

Claybank Master Gardener's Lunch & Learns
2024-05-01 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
2024-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
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@aces.edu(256) 714-9142

Barbour County Lunch & Learn
2024-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Eufaula Carnegie Library, 217 N Eufaula Ave, Eufaula, AL, 36027, US
Please join us for the Barbour County Extension Home Gardening lunch & learns at the Eufaula Carnegie Library! Topics include Preparing Your Garden for Spring, Year Round Color, Salsa Gardening, and Toxic Plants to Pets. It is on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 12noon-1PM from February to June. Please bring your lunch & come learn. This event is free and all are welcome. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal-opportunity educator and employer. Please let us know of any accessibility needs.
Address:Eufaula Carnegie Library217 N Eufaula AveEufaula, AL 36027
Contact:Barbour County Extension Officemzo0021@auburn.edu(334) 687-5688

Phenix Fresh Open Air Market
2024-05-02 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

Small Business Cafe: Social Media Marketing
2024-05-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur? Having a regular social media presence for your business can be time-consuming and overwhelming. You wear many hats and marketing may fall on the back burner. Join us as Gina King, Brand Business Coach, teaches us tips, tricks and cost-effective tools to keep our brand recognition and engagement on social media. She will also let us know what our followers on social media want to see without draining time and resources.
Contact:Terence Norwoodtpn0004@aces.edu(256) 372-5023
http://www.aces.edu/go/4171

Strawbery Jamming with Angela - Pell City
2024-05-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Pell City First United Methodist Church, 2200 3rd Ave N, Pell City, AL, 35125, US
Come learn the basics of making jams and jellies and learn water bath canning basics. In the workshop we will prepare some fresh strawberry jam for you to carry home to share with your family.
Address:Pell City First United Methodist Church2200 3rd Ave NPell City, AL 35125
Contact:Angela TreadawayTreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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