Small Ruminant Webinar Series - Spring 2024
2024-02-13 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Online, Online, AL, US
Please join us for the Spring 2024 season of our Small Ruminant Webinar Series with Alabama Cooperative Extension at Alabama A&M University! This program explores emerging issues in small ruminant production systems (animal health, nutrition, marketing, and food safety). Speakers are recruited from across the state and other regions of the country. Sessions are typically held on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 PM CST.
Contact:Dr. Kimberly Holmesksh0035@aces.edu(334) 844-4000
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Irrigation Workshop - North West AL
2024-02-14 08:00 - 16:00 | 201 Funches Hall, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, 36849, US
Farmers, crop consultants, members of Farmers Co-Ops, and irrigation service providers are invited to this workshop where best Irrigation practices, their impact and irrigation technologies will be highlighted.
The workshop speakers will be University faculty (Auburn, Mississippi State, Louisiana, and Tennessee) and Industry representatives. A display area with information on Irrigation technologies will be included.
Address:201 Funches HallAuburn UniversityAuburn, AL 36849
Contact:Brenda Valeska Ortizbortiz@auburn.edu(334) 703-6412
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VITA Free Tax Preparation Day
2024-02-14 09:00 - 14:30 | 207 North Main Street, 207 North Main Street, Tuskegee, AL, 36083, US
It’s Tax Time Again. Don’t pay to have your taxes prepared; you may be eligible to get FREE help preparing your taxes from Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)! That’s right – IRS certified volunteers will help you file your taxes for FREE. Macon County Extension office is a preparation site you can visit each Wednesday beginning January 31-April 10, 2024; 9:00am-2:30pm, first come first serve.
Address:207 North Main StreetTuskegee, AL 36083
Contact:Janice Halljehall@aces.edu(334) 415-8658

Cancer Awareness
2024-02-15 01:00 - 02:30 | 720 Greensboro Street, 720 Greensboro Street, Eutaw, AL, 35462, US
Cancer Awareness
Address:720 Greensboro StreetEutaw, AL 35462
Contact:Douglas D Fulghumddf0007@auburn.edu(205) 609-0347

Private Pesticide Applicator Training & Testing
2024-02-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Sand Mountain Research and Extension Center, 13112 Alabama Highway 68, Crossville, AL, 35962, US
All courses are 9 AM to 1 PM CST Training & Testing cost is $20.00 payable by check to ACES. Cash WILL NOT be accepted. $25 Permit Fee Mailed to Alabama. Dept. of Ag. & Industries.
Address:Sand Mountain Research and Extension Center13112 Alabama Highway 68Crossville, AL 35962
Contact:Vanessa Robertsvnr0001@aces.edu(256) 845-8595

Bats of Alabama
2024-02-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Autauga County Extension Office, 2226 AL Hwy 14W, Autaugaville, AL, 36003, US
Join us as Dr. Wesley Anderson tells us all about Alabama’s native bats! This program will include a presentation by Dr. Anderson, and we will each build a bat box to take home. Lunch is included!
Registration fee is $20
Address:Autauga County Extension Office2226 AL Hwy 14WAutaugaville, AL 36003
Contact:Lynn Dickinsonrhodela@aces.edu(334) 303-8360
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Servsafe - St Clair
2024-02-15 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
2024-02-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-20 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

Pruning Workshop
2024-02-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Gadsden State Cherokee Campus – Community Room A1-3, 801 Cedar Bluff Rd # A, Centre, AL, 35960, US
February is a great time to prune many plants in your landscape. Join us for an in-depth scientific exploration into how to properly prune your landscape plants as well as outdoor demonstration. Pruner cleaning and sharpening services will be available for an extra $5. You can select this option at checkout.
Address:Gadsden State Cherokee Campus – Community Room A1-3801 Cedar Bluff Rd # ACentre, AL 35960
Contact:Brian Brownbrownbw@auburn.edu(256) 558-8129
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VCLLI Sp' 24: Digital Experience (Discovering Extension)
2024-02-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
http://www.aces.edu/go/DEExtension
Join us to learn the history of Extension, major legislation that advanced Extension, the role of Tuskegee Institute and its impact on Black farmers, origins of Extension at AAMU, and Alabama Extension’s programming today.
Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
http://www.aces.edu/DEExtension

Plant Propagation Workshop
2024-02-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Lawrence County Extension Office, 13075 AL Hwy 157, Moulton, AL, 35650, 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:Lawrence County Extension Office13075 AL Hwy 157Moulton, AL 35650
Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu(256) 612-6766
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Caregiver Appreciation Event
2024-02-16 10:30 - 12:00 | TVA Federal Credit Union, 1405 S Wilson Dam Road, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661, US
Caregivers are invited to join Colbert County Extension for a time of respite and refreshment on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 from 10:30 am until Noon.
Speaker: Trinda L. Owens
Address:TVA Federal Credit Union1405 S Wilson Dam RoadMuscle Shoals, AL 35661
Contact:Karen Crowkeb0015@auburn.edu(256) 386-8571
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Dale County Junior Beef Heifer & Steer Show
2024-02-17 08:00 - 12:30 | Dale County Ag Plex, 202 S. Highway 123, Ozark, AL, 36360, US
Youth life skills development through livestock (beef) projects. Beef heifer and steer project exhibition (show) for youth of Dale County.
Address:Dale County Ag Plex202 S. Highway 123Ozark, AL 36360
Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814

Fayette County Trapping Workshop
2024-02-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Fayette County Extension Office, 650 McConnell Loop, Fayette, AL, 35555, US
Join us for a one-day, family-friendly trapping workshop in Fayette County. In this workshop, you will learn the pros and cons of managing predators to increase game populations and also the traps and techniques for animal control in urban areas, uplands, and in water. This workshop will focus on small to medium sized wildlife (wild hogs will not be the subject of this event). There will be indoor learning as well as outside demonstration.
Cost of registration is $5 for anyone over the age of 18. Youth are free and welcome to attend but must be accompanied by an adult. If youth are accompanying you to this event, please send an email to Kerry Steedley at kes0150@auburn.edu with the number of youth that will be attending. Lunch will be provided. Please register by February 14th to secure your spot and a lunch. If accommodations are needed, please register and notify us by February 1st.
Address:Fayette County Extension Office650 McConnell LoopFayette, AL 35555
Contact:Kerry Steedleykes0150@aces.edu(334) 350-0485
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Wildlife Trapping Essentials Workshop
2024-02-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Old Seale Courthouse, 5 Jackson St, Seale, 36875, United States
Join us for an informative day of learning the art and skills of furbearer trapping. This program will cover ins and outs of trapping techniques to remove nuisance wildlife and predators to help you protect and enhance timber and wildlife resources. After the indoor presentations and lunch at the Seale Courthouse, the program will proceed outdoors for a hands-on training by professionals from Extension, USDA-Wildlife Services, and AL DCNR. Cost for this program is $15 and includes lunch. This program will begin at 9:00 AM Central Time/10:00 Eastern Time
Address:
Old Seale Courthouse
5 Jackson St.
Seale, ALABAMA 36875
Contact:
Jennifer Davidson
jenniferd@auburn.edu
(334) 298-6845
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ServSafe - Opelika
2024-02-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Lee County Extension Office, 600 S. 7th Street, Suite 4, Opelika, AL, 36801, 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. Class starts at 9 am CST both days.
Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th Street, Suite 4Opelika, AL 36801
Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237
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Filing For Success Session One Statewide Online Spanish
2024-02-19 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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Soil Test Day
2024-02-20 09:00 - 13:00 | 1070 Schillinger Rd. N., 1070 Schillinger Rd. N., Mobile, AL, 36608, US
Come visit us anytime between 9:00-12:00 PM to pick up soil test kits, have your soil test results explained, give you recommendations and make sure you are ready for the spring growing season!
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Do not bring soil. You will send soil to Auburn University’s Soil Lab.
Address:1070 Schillinger Rd. N.Mobile, AL 36608
Contact:Jack LeCroyjml0003@auburn.edu(251) 288-2874

ServSafe class- Eutaw
2024-02-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Greene County Extension Office, 720 Greensboro Street, Eutaw, AL, 35462, 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:Greene County Extension Office720 Greensboro StreetEutaw, AL 35462
Contact:Alice MooreAMM0167@ACES.EDU(334) 216-0738
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Bermudagrass Hay Growers Summit
2024-02-20 09:30 - 14:00 | 13112 AL Highway 68, 13112 AL Highway 68, Crossville, AL, 35962, US
The “Summit” is an intense, day-long program designed to meet the specific needs of dedicated, experienced bermudagrass hay producers that deal with the challenges of producing very high-quality hay demanded by their customers.
Address:13112 AL Highway 68Crossville, AL 35962
Contact:Landon Marksmlm0013@auburn.edu(256) 706-0032
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ServSafe Class - Lineville
2024-02-20 09:30 - 16:00 | Farmhouse Restaurant, 88862 Hwy 9, Lineville, AL, 36266, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course meeting Alabama Department of Public Health requirement for Retail Food Permit Holders. This is a one-day class. Participants are encouraged to prepare in advance. Must register one week before the scheduled date.
Address:Farmhouse Restaurant88862 Hwy 9Lineville, AL 36266
Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@aces.edu(256) 368-1694
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To Prune or not To Prune?
2024-02-20 10:00 - 12:00 | 6471 US-11, 6471 US-11, Springville, AL, 35146, US
Join us as we discuss the tips and techniques you need to become a pruning pro! We will cover timing, methods, equipment and more.
Address:6471 US-11Springville, AL 35146
Contact:Bethany O’Rearbethany@aces.edu(205) 338-9416
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Walker and Winston County Pruning Workshop
2024-02-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Walker County Extension Office, 1501 North Airport Rd, Jasper, AL, 35504, US
Join Homegrounds Regional Extension Agents Jayne Luetzow and Brian Brown on February 20th from 1-4pm in Jasper, AL for the Walker and Winston County Pruning Workshop. 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 $5. Pruner cleaning and sharpening services will be available for free. Limited to two hand tools per person.
Address:Walker County Extension Office1501 North Airport RdJasper, AL 35504
Contact:Jayne Luetzowmjf0007@auburn.edu(256) 308-8830
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Blount County Cotton Production Meeting
2024-02-20 16:30 - 19:30 | Al and Micks BBQ, 88175 US 278, Altoona, AL, 35952, US
Come find out from Auburn University professionals about all the latest news concerning cotton production in the area.
Address:Al and Micks BBQ88175 US 278Altoona, AL 35952
Contact:Eddie McGriffdem0029@auburn.edu(256) 557-2375

Business Model Canvas
2024-02-20 17:00 - 18:00 | 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.
Address:424 Blount Ave STE G-21Guntersville, AL 35976
Contact:Juani Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256)572-0241
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Lunch & Learn
2024-02-21 08:00 - 09:00 | 445 N Oates Street, 445 N Oates Street, Dothan, AL, 36303, US
Please join us for the Wiregrass Master Gardener Association’s lunch & learns! Topics include Roses 101, Water Features, Spooky Spiders, and so many others. It is on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12noon-1PM (excluding in June due to the 3rd Wednesday falling on the Juneteenth holiday, it is on June 26th)! Please bring your lunch & come learn. This event is free and all are welcome.
Address:445 N Oates StreetDothan, AL 36303
Contact:WMGA Lunch & Learnsmzo0021@auburn.edu334-794-4108

Autauga County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
2024-02-21 08:00 - 12:00 | Autauga County Extension Office, 2226 AL-14 W, Suite E, Autaugaville, AL, 36003, US
Attendees will receive training on pesticide application followed by testing to receive permit. Permit is valid for 3 years.
Address:Autauga County Extension Office2226 AL-14 W, Suite EAutaugaville, AL 36003
Contact:David Lawrencelawreda@auburn.edu(334) 740-1667

Private Pesticide Applicators Test
2024-02-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Little Brick Church, 112 2nd Avenue West, Oneonta, AL, 35121, US
Private Applicator Training Course
Address:Little Brick Church112 2nd Avenue WestOneonta, AL 35121
Contact:Amy Burgessburgeap@auburn.edu(205) 274-2129
