Alabama Cooperative Extension System

Alabama Smart Yards Webinar: Creating a Moon Garden
2024-02-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Online, Online, AL, US
Moon Gardens are beautiful during the day and come alive at night! Dianna Fortner, Advanced Master Gardenerwill walk us through creating a Moon Garden.
Contact:Dani Carrollcarrodl@auburn.edu(256) 458-6043
http://www.aces.edu/go/asywebinars

Plant Propagation Workshop
2024-02-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Morgan County Extension Office, 3120 Hwy 36 W, Hartselle, AL, 35640, US
Join us for this hands on workshop to learn how to start seeds and cuttings for your summer vegetable garden. Each participant will leave with a tray of seeds and cuttings of 13 different varieties of tomatoes, peppers, herbs and pollinator plants for their vegetable garden (approx. 100 total plants). Plant varieties were chosen because of their high productivity and great taste. Learn everything you need to know to grow them indoors and how to safely transplant them into your garden in the spring. Registration required, $25 materials fee.
Address:Morgan County Extension Office3120 Hwy 36 WHartselle, AL 35640
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Filing For Success Session One Statewide Online Spanish
2024-02-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-02-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Online, Online, AL, US
If you are a new small business owner. Or you may be thinking about opening a new business? This is the series event for you. Are you 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.
Contact:Juani Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241
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4R Nutrient Stewardship Field Day
2024-02-22 08:30 - 12:30 | EV Smith Research Center – 4725 Co. Road 40, EV Smith Research Center - 4725 Co. Road 40, Shorter, AL, 36075, US
This field day will deliver information to farmers and ag related professionals on soil sustainable practices and profitable crop management activities.
Address:EV Smith Research Center – 4725 Co. Road 40Shorter, AL 36075
Contact:Eros Franciscoezf0034@auburn.edu(334) 740-8016
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Entrepreneur Pop-Up Workshop
2024-02-22 08:30 - 13:30 | Coastal Alabama Community College – Tombigbee Room, 30755 Highway 43 South, Thomasville, AL, 36784, US
In just half a day, learn what to do with a business idea! Auburn University’s Entrepreneur Pop-Up Workshop has helped dozens of individuals and businesses throughout Alabama save time and money by better understanding how to create, communicate, and commercialize business ideas using the Lean Startup and Business Model Canvas. Join us for this half-day workshop to gain a better understanding of how to increase your odds of success prior to spending unnecessary time and money.
Address:Coastal Alabama Community College – Tombigbee Room30755 Highway 43 SouthThomasville, AL 36784
Contact:Robin Paulrmw0059@aces.edu(251) 275-3121
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training
2024-02-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Hale County Ag Extension Center, 701 Hall St., Greensboro, AL, 36744, US
Participants will receive training followed by testing to receive a
private applicator permit.
Address:Hale County Ag Extension Center701 Hall St.Greensboro, AL 36744
Contact:Blake Lantonsbl0006@aubrn.edu(256) 214-9630

Servsafe - St Clair
2024-02-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Pell City Municipal Complex, 1000 Bruce Ethridge Parkway, Pell City, AL, 35215, US
Food Safety Certification 2 day course for food service workers and managers that need to meet health department regulations
Address:Pell City Municipal Complex1000 Bruce Ethridge ParkwayPell City, AL 35215
Contact:Angela TreadawayTreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696
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Filing for Success
2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Filing for Success, Session 1: We jump right in by examining the different levels (City, County Federal) of taxes in which businesses are responsible. We discuss the different types of “Business Formation” and whether you need to file for a LLC. As well as how to keep detailed financial records, especially around your costs & revenue.
Filing for Success, Session 2: We will discuss “The rules for name registration”. We will walk you through the Secretary of State website and how to complete a name registration for your business. Here we will look at the difference between a LLC and a Sole Proprietorship. Finally we will discuss the necessary next steps after filing and SCAMS to look for along the way.
Filing for Success, Session 3: This session will focus on business banking & Insurance. We will discuss the importance of keeping personal and business finances separate, building a relationship with a lender & banker. We will review proper record keeping techniques and software. Finally, business insurance: What are the different types? Does your business need insurance? How much does it need to cover liabilities?
Filing for Success, Session 4: Here we talk about licenses and permits, at all levels, that are going to necessary for your business. We also have a chance to discuss your business in more detail. Helping you get a clear vision of your next steps and answer all your questions.
Contact:Jon Jacobsonjacobj1@aces.edu(256) 714-9142

VCLLI Sp '24: FLC Greeting Cardmaking
2024-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 | ACES Family Life Center, 228-F Binford Drive, Huntsville, AL, 35805, US
Learn creative ways to personalize greeting cards.
This is an in-person class. Register: http://www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24
Address:ACES Family Life Center228-F Binford DriveHuntsville, AL 35805
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/Onsite24

Marion County Pruning Workshop
2024-02-22 16:30 - 18:30 | Marion County Extension Office, 372 7th Ave SW, Hamilton, AL, 35570, US
This program will serve homeowners and gardeners who wish to learn more about pruning techniques for the home garden and landscape. On-site demonstrations for pruning will be conducted. Cost of the program is free. Participants can register online or by calling the Marion County Extension Office at (205) 921-3551.
Address:Marion County Extension Office372 7th Ave SWHamilton, AL 35570
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Planning and Planting your Summer Garden
2024-02-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Cullman Public Library – Main Branch, 200 Clark Street NE, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
New to gardening? Want to start one this year? Join the Cullman County Library and Extension Coordinator Kira Sims for a Summer Garden Prep class.
The class is free and open to all. Call the library with questions (256-734-2720).
Address:Cullman Public Library – Main Branch200 Clark Street NECullman, AL 35055
Contact:Kira Simskira.sims@auburn.edu(256) 737-9386

Chilton County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
2024-02-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Chilton County Extension Office, 504 First Avenue North, Clanton, AL, 35045, US
Attendees will receive training and testing to receive private applicator permit. Permit is good for 3 years.
Address:Chilton County Extension Office504 First Avenue NorthClanton, AL 35045
Contact:David Lawrencelawreda@aces.edu(334) 740-1667

AG Outlook 2024
2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | 801 Veterans Dr, 801 Veterans Dr, Florence, AL, 35630, US
2024 Agriculture Outlook with Extension specialists covering row crops, livestock, poultry and forestry forecasts for 2024 production season.
Address:801 Veterans DrFlorence, AL 35630
Contact:Heidi Tileniushlt0005@auburn.edu(256) 766-6223
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Irrigation Workshop - South Alabama
2024-02-23 08:00 - 15:30 | Eastgate Park, 1949 Sanitary Dairy Rd, Ashford, AL 36312, Ashford, AL, 36312, US
Farmers, crop consultants, members of Farmers Co-Ops, irrigation service providers are invited to this workshop where best Irrigation practices, their impact and irrigation technology will be highlighted.
Representatives from Irrigation companies will exhibit their products and participants can interact with them.
Address:Eastgate Park1949 Sanitary Dairy Rd, Ashford, AL 36312Ashford, AL 36312
Contact:Brenda Valeska Ortizbortiz@auburn.edu(334) 703-6412
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The Science behind Monarch Butterfly part II, How to build a Migratory Garden
2024-02-23 09:00 - 11:00 | 8300 AL-104, 8300 AL-104, Fairhope, AL, 36532, US
In this workshop, participants learn how to create a garden for Monarch butterflies in relation to their migratory behavior and promote the subsistence of this specie.
Address:8300 AL-104Fairhope, AL 36532
Contact:Carmen Flamminiczf0054@auburn.edu(251) 395-0249
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Plant Propagation Workshop
2024-02-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Limestone County Extension Office, 1109 Market St., Athens, AL, 35611, US
Join us for this hands on workshop to learn how to start seeds and cuttings for your summer vegetable garden. Each participant will leave with a tray of seeds and cuttings of 13 different varieties of tomatoes, peppers, herbs and pollinator plants for their vegetable garden (approx. 100 total plants). Plant varieties were chosen because of their high productivity and great taste. Learn everything you need to know to grow them indoors and how to safely transplant them into your garden in the spring. Registration required, $25 materials fee.
Address:Limestone County Extension Office1109 Market St.Athens, AL 35611
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Native Tree Sale - Cullman County
2024-02-24 09:00 - 12:00 | North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Tally Ho Street, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
The Cullman County Natural Resources Planning Committee will hold its annual tree sale providing seedling, bare root trees for $3 per tree. The sale will begin at 9 AM and plants are sold on a first come, first served basis. The sale will end at 12 PM or when plants sell out (whichever comes first).
All plant species are native. Trees include black walnut, bur oak, flowering dogwood, sassafras, and sourwood. Shrubs include beautyberry, elderberry, indigo bush, pawpaw, and witchazel. Plants are subject to change due to nursery availability.
Proceeds of the tree sale support natural resources education for youth and adults in Cullman County.
A Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, February 21 will cover the plants available for purchase at the sale. For more details visit https://www.aces.edu/event/native-trees-for-me-lunch-learn/
Address:North Alabama Agriplex1714 Tally Ho StreetCullman, AL 35055
Contact:Kira Simskira.sims@auburn.edu(256) 737-9386

Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
2024-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Garrett Harrison Stadium Summerville Road, Garrett Harrison Stadium Summerville Road, Phenix City, AL, 36867, US
Free Tree Giveaway and Planting Demonstration
Address:Garrett Harrison Stadium Summerville RoadPhenix City, AL 36867
Contact:Jennifer Davidsonjenniferd@auburn.edu(334) 298-6845

Pesticide Training
2024-02-26 09:00 - 12:00 | 720 Greensboro Street, 720 Greensboro Street, Eutaw, AL, 35462, US
Pesticide Rectification Training
Address:720 Greensboro StreetEutaw, AL 35462
Contact:Douglas D Fulghumddf0007@auburn.edu(205) 609-0347

Greene County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
2024-02-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Greene County Extension Office, 720 Greensboro Street, Eutaw, AL, 35462, US
Participants will receive training followed by testing to receive a
private applicator permit.
Address:Greene County Extension Office720 Greensboro StreetEutaw, AL 35462
Contact:Blake Lantonsbl0006@auburn.edu(256) 214-9630

POSTPONED DUE TO UNFORSEEN SCHEDULING....POSTPONE FOR A LATER DATE SERVSAFE--FLORENCE AL LAUDERDALE COUNTY
2024-02-26 09:00 - 14:00 | 802 Veterans Drive, 802 Veterans Drive, Florence, AL, 35630, US
POSTPONED…POSTPONED DUE TO UNFORSEEN SCHEDULING….SERVSAFE MANAGER CERTIFICATION CLASS. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO OBTAIN A BOOK BEFORE CLASS. This 2 day class targets an audience audience for this project is anyone working in food service or anyone wanting to complete an approved Food Protection Manager Certification course. This could include owners, managers, and workers at restaurants, daycares, schools, convenience stores, grocery stores, as well as caterers. Proper training of food service workers can help to reduce the incidence of foodborne illnesses by emphasizing the importance of food safety principles. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO OBTAIN A BOOK BEFORE CLASS.
Address:802 Veterans DriveFlorence, AL 35630
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu(205) 766-6223
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ServSafe Cullman County
2024-02-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Cullman County Extension Office, 402 Arnold St, Suite G-1, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
ServSafe for Managers is one of the ADPH approved classes that meet the certificate requirements for Food Service establishments in Food Safety. This is a two day class. Books will be distributed the first day of class if purchased during your registration for $140. If you have a book, registration is $80. It is recommended that you come to both days. The exam is given on the second day.
Address:Cullman County Extension Office402 Arnold St, Suite G-1Cullman, AL 35055
Contact:Christy Mendozacnm0012@auburn.edu(20) 521-76495
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The 2nd spray drone end user conference
2024-02-26 13:00 - 21:00 | 21196 East Beach Blvd., The Lodge at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542, US
The most comprehensive end-user focused spraying event in the North America is back for 2024!!! February 26th-29th, 2024. The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton hotel. Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Conference Program: https://www.aces.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Final-program-with-flier-and-sponsor-list.pdf
Registration fee: $350 in-person, $200 remote (access to presentations only. Panel discussion and field demos will not be available for remote registration). In-person registration will include 2 continental breakfasts, 2 lunches, morning coffee and pastry, a boxed breakfast before field demo, and 4 complimentary drink tickets for welcome and farewell receptions. In-person attendance is limited to 300 people due to hotel capacity. No registration limit for remote option.
After January 31st, 2024, registration fee will increase to $400 in person, $250 remote. The last day to request full refund of registration fee is January 31st, 2024 (Registration fee becomes non-refundable after this day).
Limited discounted hotel rooms are available and can be reserved through this link https://group.hilton.com/bn2rfe, or by calling Hilton Central Reservations at 1-800-618-4350 and mention group code 93Z for assistance.
The last day to book a room with conference rate is February 2nd, 2024. Please book your room at the conference hotel to support the planning committee.
Presentation recordings available for all registered participants (in-person and remote) after the conference.
Sponsorship and donation opportunities available for the event by check or through this link: https://secure.touchnet.net/C20021_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=3504&SINGLESTORE=true (When using this payment link, please specify The 2nd spray drone end user conference as the Program name, contact person is Dr. Steve Li, steveli@auburn.edu). Any amount of donation is greatly appreciated.
Interested in conference sponsorship or have questions? Contact Dr. Steve Li, steveli@auburn.edu
Address:21196 East Beach Blvd.The Lodge at Gulf State ParkGulf Shores, AL 36542
Contact:Steve Listeveli@auburn.edu(334) 707-7370
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VCLLI Sp '24: Meaningful Monday Estate Planning
2024-02-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
2/26 Overview of Estate Planning
3/4 Advance Directive for Healthcare
3/11 Power of Attorney for Finances
3/18 Organizing Important Papers
3/25 Last Will and Testament
Register at http://www.aces.edu/go/3940
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/go/3940

Elmore County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
2024-02-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Elmore County Extension Office, 340 Queen Ann Rd, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, US
Attendees will receive training and testing to receive private pesticide applicator permit. Permit is valid for 3 years.
Address:Elmore County Extension Office340 Queen Ann RdWetumpka, AL 36092
Contact:David LawrenceLawreda@aces.edu(334) 740-1667

Raised Bed Gardening Basics
2024-02-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Tuscumbia First Methodist Church, 104 E 3rd St, Tuscumbia, AL, 35640, US
Are you interested in raised bed gardening but not sure how to get started? Join us to learn the basics of building raised beds, the best types of soil to use, and the best way to care for your raised beds. We will discuss which crops to grow in raised beds and when to get them started. You will also learn ways to extend your gardening season and ways to protect your crops from pests. Registration requested (256) 386-8571
Address:Tuscumbia First Methodist Church104 E 3rd StTuscumbia, AL 35640
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766

Fruit Pruning Workshop
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Cleveland Community Center, 517 Park Road, Cleveland, AL, 35049, US
Join us as we discuss the how, what, where, when and why of pruning fruit. We will cover small varieties like blueberries and muscadines as well as tree fruit. Learn the tips and techniques to become a pruning pro!
Address:Cleveland Community Center517 Park RoadCleveland, AL 35049
Contact:Bethany O’Rearbao0004@aces.edu(205) 612-9524
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Beginner Vegetable Gardening: Seeds and Transplants
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | 600 South 7th Street, 600 South 7th Street, opelika, AL, 36804, US
Beginning gardening for warm season crops. We will go over time of planting, seeding, and transplanting. We will seed tomato, eggplant, and pepper varieties for everyone to take home.
Address:600 South 7th Streetopelika, AL 36804
Contact:Lee County Extension Systemcarrodl@auburn.edu(334) 749-3353
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Pickens County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
2024-02-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Pickens County Extension Office, Service Center Bldg. 155 Reform St., Rm 300, Carrollton, AL, 35447, US
This class is designed for farmers who need to take the private pesticide applicator test to purchase restricted use products. However, we will be discussing chemical safety and sprayer calibration, so anyone who sprays pesticides on a large scale will benefit from this training even if a restricted pesticide license is not needed A fee of $20 will be charged for this training and testing. An additional licensing fee of $25 will be sent to the Department of Agriculture and Industries by the applicant. The licensing fee is not included in the training and testing fee. Please plan to pay with a check made out the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) in the amount of $20. If you need more information contact Blake Lanton (256) 214-9630.
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Please let us know if you have accessibility needs. Everyone is Welcome!
Address:Pickens County Extension OfficeService Center Bldg. 155 Reform St., Rm 300Carrollton, AL 35447
Contact:Blake Lantonsbl0006@auburn.edu(256) 214-9630
