Seed Swap and Share
2026-01-13 09:00 - 12:01 (America/Chicago) | Escambia County Extension Office, 175 Ag Science Drive Suite D, Brewton, AL, 36426, US
Reduce costs, build resilience, and connect with fellow plant lovers for a vibrant garden season ahead. A free gathering for gardeners of all level to share, to exchange, and to learn about saving seeds. Bring your own seeds or work with some of ours.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Millie Murphree at 12057239631 or mem0355@Auburn.edu by 12/23/2025.
Address:Escambia County Extension Office175 Ag Science Drive Suite DBrewton, AL 36426
Contact:Millie Murphreemem0355@auburn.edu12057239631
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ServSafe-Mobile
2026-01-13 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-01-14 09:00 - 12:00 | United States
Two-day Food Safety Certified Protection Manager Course using the 7th Ed. ServSafe Manager book. Meets Alabama Dept. of Public Health requirements for Retail Food Permits. Advanced registration and payment required.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Rebecca Catalena at 251-234-1050 or rjc0026@auburn.edu by 12/23/2025.
This event has multiple sessions:

Day 2 Course-Day 2 – January 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Day 1 Course-Day 1 – January 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Address:Jon Archer Building-Mobile County Extension Office1070 Schillinger Road NorthMobile, AL 36608
Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050
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ServSafe Cherokee County (Centre)
2026-01-13 09:30 - 16:00 | Cherokee County Extension Office, 1526 Chesnut Bypass, Centre, AL, 35960, US
Certified 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. Please register two weeks before the scheduled date.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Christy Mendoza at 12052176495 or cnm0012@auburn.edu by 12/22/2025.
This event has multiple sessions:

Session 1 – January 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Session 2 – January 13, 2026 at 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Address:Cherokee County Extension Office1526 Chesnut BypassCentre, AL 35960
Contact:Christy Mendozacnm0012@auburn.edu12052176495
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Elmore County Lunch and Learn- Growing and Caring for Houseplants
2026-01-13 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 100 West Bridge Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, US
Auburn University Graduate Student and Horticulturist, Emily Stamm will speak on the types and varieties of houseplants and how to best care for them.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Elmore County Extension Office at 3345676301 or jones57@aces.edu by 12/23/2025.
Address:First Presbyterian Church100 West Bridge StreetWetumpka, AL 36092
Contact:Elmore County Extension Officejones57@aces.edu(334) 567-6301
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AL Cottage Food Law Training Hamilton, AL Marion County
2026-01-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion County Extension Office, 372 7th Avenue Southwest, Hamilton, AL, 35570, US
Course meeting ADPH requirement to operate as a Cottage Food Operation. Includes specifics about the Law, allowed foods to sell, how foods can be sold, labeling requirements, food safety recommendations and basic food processing for allowed products.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Susan Hill at 12052691748 or hillaps@aces.edu by 12/23/2025.
Address:Marion County Extension Office372 7th Avenue SouthwestHamilton, AL 35570
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu12052691748
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2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series - Pike County
2026-01-13 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-20 17:30 - 21:00 | South Alabama Electric Cooperative, 13192 U.S. 231, Troy, AL, 36081, US
Dates: Jan. 5, 6, 12, 13, 20, 26, 27 & Feb. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 (5:30 – 9:00 p.m.). A beef producer training series, the 2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County offers 45 total instructional hours from expert presenters.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Rickey G. Hudson at 334-726-6814 or hudsorg@auburn.edu by 12/15/2025.
This event has multiple sessions:

2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 1 – January 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 2 – January 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 3 – January 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 4 – January 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 5 – January 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 6 – January 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 7 – January 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 8 – February 2, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 9 – February 3, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 10 – February 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 11 – February 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 12 – February 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 13 – February 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 14 – February 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
2026 Master Beef Producer Training Series – Pike County Session 15 – February 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Address:South Alabama Electric Cooperative13192 U.S. 231Troy, AL 36081
Contact:Rickey G. Hudsonhudsorg@auburn.edu(334) 726-6814
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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Farmers Training
2026-01-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Sumter County Extension Office, 106 Hospital Drive, Livingston, AL, 35470, US
Ensure participants understand how to properly and legally take part in the program. Program compliance, voucher handling, food safety & quality standards, farmer accountability & recordkeeping, & farmer support & success.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Trenisha Mack at 205-373-9281 or tzm0019@auburn.edu by 12/24/2025.
Address:Sumter County Extension Office106 Hospital DriveLivingston, AL 35470
Contact:Trenisha Macktzm0019@auburn.edu(205) 373-9281
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SERVSAFE Florence, AL Lauderdale County
2026-01-15 08:30 - 15:00 | Lauiderdale County Extension Office, 802 Veterans Drive, Flrorence, AL, 35630, US
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager 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.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Susan Hill at 12052691748 or HILLAPS@AUBURN.EDU by 12/22/2025.
This event has multiple sessions:

Day 1 – January 12, 2026 at 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Day 2 – January 15, 2026 at 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Address:Lauiderdale County Extension Office802 Veterans DriveFlrorence, AL 35630
Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu12052691748
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Segment 2 Seafood HACCP Course
2026-01-15 08:30 - 16:30 | Alabama Department of Public Health, Seafood Branch, 7101 US Hwy 90, Suite 204, Daphne, AL, 36526, US
Segment Two Seafood HACCP course
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Alice Moore at 13342160738 or amm0167@aces.edu by 12/25/2025.
Address:Alabama Department of Public Health, Seafood Branch7101 US Hwy 90, Suite 204Daphne, AL 36526
Contact:Alice Mooreamm0167@aces.edu13342160738
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CVCC Brunch and Learn Starting 101
2026-01-15 10:00 - 11:00 | CVCC Owen Hall, 2602 College Drive, Phenix City, AL, 36869, US
Bring your favorite seeds and gardening stories to share at our Seed Swap Party! 🌻 Then stick around for expert tips from Dani Carroll on starting seeds indoors and outdoors to kick off a thriving garden season.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Jennifer Davidson at 3342986845 or jenniferd@auburn.edu by 12/25/2025.
Address:CVCC Owen Hall2602 College DrivePhenix City, AL 36869
Contact:Jennifer Davidsonjenniferd@auburn.edu(334) 298-6845
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Town Pop-up TeleHealth Awareness and Outreach Event
2026-01-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Rockford Public Library, 9688 US-231,, Rockford, AL, 35136, US
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Shannon Davis at 256 377 4713 or SDL0004@Auburn.edu by 12/25/2025.
Address:Rockford Public Library9688 US-231,Rockford, AL 35136
Contact:Shannon Davissdl0004@auburn.edu(256) 377-4713
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Fraud Doesn't Get to Parade Here
2026-01-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Goodwill Gulf Coast, 2440 Gordon Smith Drive, Mobile, AL, 36617, US
In conjunction with the Mobile Police Department’s Victim Services Unit, join us for an informative seminar on tax time fraud. Financial scams and identity theft cause billions of dollars in losses, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations like senior citizens.
Address:Goodwill Gulf Coast2440 Gordon Smith DriveMobile, AL 36617
Contact:Alexia Mingo Simmonsazm0392@auburn.edu12513952302
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Library Lunch and Learn
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Phenix City Library, 1501 17th Avenue, Phenix City, AL, 36867, US
Bring your favorite seeds and gardening stories to share at our Seed Swap Party! 🌻 Then stick around for expert tips from Dani Carroll on starting seeds indoors and outdoors to kick off a thriving garden season. 🌿
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Jennifer Davidson at 3342986845 or jenniferd@auburn.edu by 12/25/2025.
Address:Phenix City Library1501 17th AvenuePhenix City, AL 36867
Contact:Jennifer Davidsonjenniferd@auburn.edu(334) 298-6845
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Agricultural Outlook Meeting
2026-01-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Choctaw Extension Office, 218 S. Hamburg Street, Butler, AL, 36904, US
Join us for an Agricultural Outlook meeting!
Topics include:
– General economic outlook
– Cattle market outlook and updates
– Crop production outlook and updates
Free to attend, lunch is provided.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Court Green-Johnson at 205-659-6796 or cgd0040@auburn.edu by 01/05/2026.
Address:Choctaw Extension Office218 S. Hamburg StreetButler, AL 36904
Contact:Court Green-Johnsoncgd0040@auburn.edu(205) 659-6796
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Direct Marketing Your Meat Workshop
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Cullman County Extension Office, 402 Arnold Street NE, Cullman, AL, 35055, US
Learn what it takes to raise an animal that produces quality meat and next steps of direct marketing the product to consumers. Part of Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer series with North Alabama Agriplex.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Kira Sims at (256) 737-9386 or kira.sims@auburn.edu by 12/25/2025.
Address:Cullman County Extension Office402 Arnold Street NECullman, AL 35055
Contact:Kira Simskira.sims@auburn.edu(256) 737-9386
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Crapemyrtle Pruning Demonstration
2026-01-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Central Alabama Community College, 1675 Cherokee Road, Alexander City, AL, 35010, US
Using mature crapemyrtles, Extension Agent Shane Harris will review the principles and techniques of pruning, show the negative effects of repeated “Crape Murder”, and demonstrate how only corrective pruning should be done each year.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Shane Harris at 2565961363 or harria5@auburn.edu by 12/27/2025.
Address:Central Alabama Community College1675 Cherokee RoadAlexander City, AL 35010
Contact:Shane Harrisharria5@auburn.edu(256) 596-1363
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Elderly Abuse Awareness Class
2026-01-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Goodwater Senior Center, 431 Clay Street, Goodwater, AL, 35072, US
This class is open to the public. Features information and discussion about aspects of elderly abuse and online safety for seniors.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Shannon Davis at 256 377 4713 or SDL0004@Auburn.edu by 12/30/2025.
Address:Goodwater Senior Center431 Clay StreetGoodwater, AL 35072
Contact:Shannon Davissdl0004@auburn.edu(256) 377-4713
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Pruning Basics for Landscape Professionals
2026-01-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main Street, Gardendale, AL, 35071, US
Join us as we discuss pruning basics in the landscape. Topics covered include timing, method, tools and safety. Content will be delivered in English and Spanish.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Bethany A. O’Rear at 205-612-9524 or bethany@auburn.edu by 12/30/2025.
Address:Gardendale Civic Center857 Main StreetGardendale, AL 35071
Contact:Bethany A. O’Rearbethany@auburn.edu(205) 612-9524
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Preserving Nature: How to turn wildlife habitat into deer jerky.
2026-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Wayside Baptist Church, 21 Wayside Circle, Alexander City, AL, 35010, US
Need to make room for more venison? Planning for next season? Join us to learn how to best preserve your habitat and the bountiful harvest it provides. Dani Reams will teach you how to safely prepare & store jerky. Kyle Marable will discuss deer habitat.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Kyle Marable at 334.707.6349 or marabmk@auburn.edu by 12/30/2025.
Address:Wayside Baptist Church21 Wayside CircleAlexander City, AL 35010
Contact:Kyle Marablemarabmk@auburn.edu(334) 707-6349
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Tax Income Strategies for Livestock Producers
2026-01-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Sand Mountain Research Station, 13112 Alabama 68, Crossville, AL, 35962, US
Running a livestock operation means every dollar counts!
Keeping More of What You Earn: Tax Income Strategies for Livestock Producers. Learn helpful strategies to make this tax season work for you, not against you.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Jenna Schmidt at 13348709219 or jrs0283@aces.edu by 12/30/2025.
Address:Sand Mountain Research Station13112 Alabama 68Crossville, AL 35962
Contact:Jenna Schmidtjrs0283@aces.edu13348709219
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2026 Row Crops Short Course
2026-01-20 13:30 - 2026-01-21 16:30 | Doster Community Center, 424 South Northington Street, Prattville, AL, 36067, US
This statewide conference is held yearly and offer an opportunity to hear the latest information from researchers, industry representatives, and extension professionals about row crop management and production in Alabama.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Eros Artur Bohac Francisco at 13347408016 or ezf0034@auburn.edu by 12/30/2025.
Address:Doster Community Center424 South Northington StreetPrattville, AL 36067
Contact:Eros Artur Bohac Franciscoezf0034@auburn.edu13347408016
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Pruning Workshop - Athens
2026-01-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Sherriff’s Rodeo Arena Building, 18032 Buck Island Road, Athens, AL, 35614, US
Late winter and early spring are excellent times to prune many of our home landscape and fruit-bearing plants. This workshop will cover the science of pruning, why it’s essential, and methods and techniques used to keep your plants healthy and thriving! This lecture will include an outdoor session and demonstration, so dress accordingly.*
(*pending weather)
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Brian Brown at (256) 558-8129 or brownbw@auburn.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Sherriff’s Rodeo Arena Building18032 Buck Island RoadAthens, AL 35614
Contact:Brian Brownbrownbw@auburn.edu(256) 558-8129
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Fruit Pruning Workshop
2026-01-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Talladega County Extension Office, 132 North Court Street, Talladega, AL, 35160, US
Learn how to properly prune fruit producing plants.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Jacob Turner at 334-401-9164 or jzt0048@auburn.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Talladega County Extension Office132 North Court StreetTalladega, AL 35160
Contact:Jacob Turnerjzt0048@auburn.edu(334) 401-9164
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Cottage Food Training Marengo Co- Linden
2026-01-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Marengo County Extension Office, 2400 East Coats Avenue, Linden, AL, 36748, US
Course meeting ADPH requirement to operate as a Cottage Food Operation. Includes specifics about the Law, allowed foods to sell, how foods can be sold, labeling requirements, food safety recommendations and basic food processing for allowed products.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Alice Moore at (334) 216-0738 or amm0167@aces.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Marengo County Extension Office2400 East Coats AvenueLinden, AL 36748
Contact:Alice Mooreamm0167@aces.edu(334) 216-0738
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Coosa Portable Telehealth Access
2026-01-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Goodwater Youth Development Center, 166 Harris Street, Goodwater, AL, 35072, US
Residents will be able to access general healthcare via portable cart. BY APPOINTMENT & WALK-IN. PLEASE CALL THE COOSA EXTENSION OFFICE FOR APPOINTMENT
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Shannon Davis at 256 377 4713 or SDL0004@Auburn.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Goodwater Youth Development Center166 Harris StreetGoodwater, AL 35072
Contact:Shannon Davissdl0004@auburn.edu(256) 377-4713
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Natural Resources Webinar Series-2026: Year of Alabama Invasive Plant Awareness
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Online, AL, US
Non-native, invasive plants harm ecosystems, economy, and human health. Join to learn what Extension and partners are doing in 2026 to increase public awareness, strengthen identification skills, and encourage action for controlling invasive plants.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Norm Haley at 12565742143 or nvh0001@aces.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Zoom
Contact:Norm Haleynvh0001@aces.edu12565742143
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Lunch & Learn - Stress Management in the New Year
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Ashland City Library, 11 2nd Ave. S, Ashland, AL, 36251, US
Tips, Tricks, and More to help you manage stress in 2026.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Melissa Willis at 2563545976 or mcw0061@auburn.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Ashland City Library11 2nd Ave. SAshland, AL 36251
Contact:Melissa Willismcw0061@auburn.edu(256) 354-5976
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Autauga County Lunch and Learn- Bluebirds and Their Habitat
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Trinity Prattville Church, 610 Fairview Ave., Prattville, AL, 36066, US
Advanced Master Gardener, Janell Diggs will speak about the nature and lifecycle of a bluebird and how to create an inviting habitat to draw them into your landscape.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator, employer, and provider. If you need a reasonable accommodation or free language access services, contact Autauga County Extension Office at 13343617273 or jones57@aces.edu by 12/31/2025.
Address:Trinity Prattville Church610 Fairview Ave.Prattville, AL 36066
Contact:Autauga County Extension Officejones57@aces.edu13343617273
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