Week of Events
VCLLI Fall ’23: 1-2-3 Photography
VCLLI Fall ’23: 1-2-3 Photography
Do you enjoy photography, but need some inspiration? Are you new to the hobby and want to learn more? Then grab your cell phone, tablet, digital camera, or whatever device you have for taking digital photographs and join a group of like-minded participants as we learn, grow, inspire, support, and engage each other in the....
ServSafe – Valley
ServSafe – Valley
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 EST (8 am CST).Address:Valley Sportsplex130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 36854Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online
Walk Like a Champion
Walk Like a Champion
Walk Like a Champion is a state-wide program to get Alabama walking in an effort to reduce the risk factors of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. Sign up today to start walking February 18, 2023.Address:Brewton Area YMCA1635 Belleville, AvenueBrewton, AL 36426Contact:Millie Murphreemem0355@Auburn.edu(251) 867-7760
ServSafe Class – Montgomery
ServSafe Class – Montgomery
Food Safety Certified Food Protection 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:Pike Road Agriculture, Recreation and Performing Arts Center6281 Trotman RoadMontgomery, AL 36116Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@auburn.edu(256) 368-1694Register Online
Spooktacular Spiders!
Spooktacular Spiders!
Spiders aren’t spooky! They are spectacular! Come learn all about our southern spiders at this workshop.Address:Phenix City LibraryPhenix City, AL 36867Contact:Jennifer Davidsonjenniferd@auburn.edu(334) 298-6845
Peanut Pod Blast Workshops
Peanut Pod Blast Workshops
Peanut Maturity Determination Pod Blast Workshop WRECAddress:167 State Hwy 134 EHeadland, AL 36345Contact:Jimmy Jonesjonesja@aces.edu(334) 726-1804
Marketing Your Products at the Farmers Market Lunch & Learn
Marketing Your Products at the Farmers Market Lunch & Learn
Tips & Tricks on marketing your products locally as well networking with your customer base! Lunch will be provided, registration is required!Address:The Holman House285 E Broad StreetOzark, AL 36360Contact:Calen Monroecbm0095@auburn.edu(334) 752-1767
Compost it! Elmore County Lunch and Learn
Compost it! Elmore County Lunch and Learn
Rose McCauley and Paula Seamon, both Advanced Master Gardeners will show you all the things you can compost to make garden gold and keep out of the local landfill. They will also teach you how to do vermicomposting with red wigglers. This program is FREE and available for everyone. Waters will be provided and bring....
ForestHER Webinar Series
ForestHER Webinar Series
The Alabama Extension ForestHER Webinar Series was created with women landowners in mind. These virtual, 1-hour sessions are an opportunity for women landowners to learn about forest management topics that are important to them in a relaxed, fun setting. The ForestHER Webinar Series meets on the second Tuesday of every month. To see the schedule....
Marion County Garden Expo
Marion County Garden Expo
The Marion County Garden Expo will consist of vendor booths as well as keynote speakers on topics pertaining to Raised bed gardens, Seed to plant, Pollinators, Rain Barrel and Composting, Landscaping and more.Address:1333 Military Street SHamilton, AL 35570Contact:Carla LewisCll0031@aces.edu(205) 921-3551
Filing For Success Series (Spanish Only)
Filing For Success Series (Spanish Only)
If you are starting a new small business, you may need a better understanding of all the legal requirements. Join us for this free 4-part educational series to learn all about forming, registering, and maintaining your small business in compliance in the state of Alabama.Contact:Juani Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241Register Online
Deer Management 101
Deer Management 101
White-tailed deer is the state's most popular game animal, with countless hours and money spent on hunting. Come learn more about deer management strategies for your property, or lease, with biologists from AL Extension and AL Department of Natural Resources. Dinner will be provided at this event. Preregistration is required. Please contact the Barbour County....
Invasive Plant Identification and Management Workshop
Invasive Plant Identification and Management Workshop
Join us for a workshop to learn how to identify invasive plants that are common in Alabama and ways to control them. We will go over the various control options, how to calibrate an herbicide sprayer, and in the afternoon, visit areas in the Bankhead National Forest to see invasive plants growing and areas that....
ServSafe – Valley
ServSafe – Valley
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 EST (8 am CST).Address:Valley Sportsplex130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 36854Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online
VCLLI Fall ’23: Smart Devices Made Easy
VCLLI Fall ’23: Smart Devices Made Easy
Smartphones and other smart devices are here to stay. Technology changes daily and there is no getting around that., However, this class will help you get around them! In this class you will learn the basics of smartphone (device) usage, what apps are basic neccessities, how to select and download (free or cost) apps, how....
ServSafe Class – Montgomery
ServSafe Class – Montgomery
Food Safety Certified Food Protection 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:Pike Road Agriculture, Recreation and Performing Arts Center6281 Trotman RoadMontgomery, AL 36116Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@auburn.edu(256) 368-1694Register Online
Natural Resources Webinar Series – Threatened & Endangered Species of Alabama-What You Should Know
Natural Resources Webinar Series – Threatened & Endangered Species of Alabama-What You Should Know
Understand how and why the Federal Government holds the responsibility to protect threatened and endangered species. Learn species in Alabama’s forests that have been categorized as threatened or endangered and how to operate in areas where they may exist.Contact:Norman Haleynvh0001@aces.edu(256) 574-2143Register Online
Filing For Success Series (Spanish Only)
Filing For Success Series (Spanish Only)
If you are starting a new small business, you may need a better understanding of all the legal requirements. Join us for this free 4-part educational series to learn all about forming, registering, and maintaining your small business in compliance in the state of Alabama.Contact:Juani Macias Christianmaciaju@aces.edu(256) 572-0241Register Online
Small Ruminant Webinar Fall Series
Small Ruminant Webinar Fall Series
Please join us for the kick off of the Small Ruminant Webinar Fall Series! Our guest speaker for this session will be Ms. Jasmine Grayson providing an overview of the Discrimination Financial Assistance Program.Contact:Dr. Kimberly Holmesksh0035@aces.edu3348443000Register Online
The importance of urban forests
The importance of urban forests
This is a youth educational program, "Nature Explorers", at the Kreher Preserve and Nature Center. Students will learn about urban forests, the various benefits that they provide to human societies, and the function of urban trees as habitat for wildlife.Address:Kreher Preserve & Nature Center, 2222 North College StreetAuburn, AL 36830Contact:Dr. Georgios Arseniougza0041@auburn.edu(334) 844-5757
VCLLI Fall ’23: State Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
VCLLI Fall ’23: State Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
The State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) provide local, in-depth, and objective insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare-eligible individuals, their families, and caregivers. SHIP is a trusted source for information about Medicare, related health insurance, and low-income resources. SHIP counselors can help participants know and understand their insurance options. SHIP provides FREE education, counseling, and....
VCLLI Fall ’23: Grounds and Gardens-Fall Gardening
VCLLI Fall ’23: Grounds and Gardens-Fall Gardening
Learn easy-to-understand practices for home gardening as you plan for fall gardening projects. Topics include: • Fall Vegetable Gardening- Fall isn’t the end of the vegetable gardening year, it’s the start of a whole new season! Learn how to extend your vegetable gardening season into the fall by planting crops that grow best in cooler....
Beef Cattle Genetics Meeting – Barbour
Beef Cattle Genetics Meeting – Barbour
A beef cattle production meeting to learn about beef genetic traits and their importance in cow-calf enterprises. In addition, the meeting offers an examination and discussion of Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs). Finally, the meeting will illustrate techniques in seedstock selections for cow-calf operations to match individual farm goals and improve herd performance.Address:Parmer Farms - Dykes....
The Sky is the Limit: Drone Use in Ag and Forestry
The Sky is the Limit: Drone Use in Ag and Forestry
Come join us for live drone demonstrations. Topics will include utilizing drones for chemical application in forestry and agriculture; prescribed fire ignition techniques; and more.Address:Tom Harbin Ag Center816 Airport RaodLuverne, AL 36049Contact:Amanda Evansawe0006@auburn.edu(334) 335-6312
VCLLI Fall ’23: Saving the Family Property: Heirs Property Workshop Series
VCLLI Fall ’23: Saving the Family Property: Heirs Property Workshop Series
This workshop series will provide education on an overview, prevention, and resolution of residential heirs’ property. The series will include the following sessions: •10/5 Part 1: Overview: Heirs' Property Identification, Information, & Impact •10/12 Part 2: Prevention: Basics of Estate and Succession Planning •11/2 Part 3: Resolution: Challenges of Owning Heirs' Property & Family Conflict....
VCLLI Fall ’23: Saving the Family Property: Heirs Property Workshop Series
VCLLI Fall ’23: Saving the Family Property: Heirs Property Workshop Series
This workshop series will provide education on an overview, prevention, and resolution of residential heirs’ property. The series will include the following sessions: •10/5 Part 1: Overview: Heirs' Property Identification, Information, & Impact •10/12 Part 2: Prevention: Basics of Estate and Succession Planning •11/2 Part 3: Resolution: Challenges of Owning Heirs' Property & Family Conflict....
Peanut Pod Blast Workshops
Peanut Pod Blast Workshops
Peanut Maturity Determination Pod Blast Workshop WRECAddress:167 State Hwy 134 EHeadland, AL 36345Contact:Jimmy Jonesjonesja@aces.edu(334) 726-1804
VCLLI Fall ’23: Greeting Card Making
VCLLI Fall ’23: Greeting Card Making
Here’s a chance to Do-It-Yourself with greeting cardmaking. Receive a kit to make creative and unique greeting card to use for any celebration or just because. Make card with the “at home” cost without the “at home” look. In this session, you will learn new techniques to give your greeting cards an added flare. Brief....
Eco-Friendly Friday Environmental Series
Eco-Friendly Friday Environmental Series
Join us for training sessions on emerging issues in environmental education. This free virtual webinar series teaches effective best management practices (BMPs) aimed at safeguarding human, animal, and environmental health, and it offers practical solutions to help reduce your ecological footprint. Whether you are an educator, an environmental professional, or a nature-lover, tune in to....
The Woods In Your Backyard
The Woods In Your Backyard
The Woods in Your Backyard is designed with the small landowner in mind. Whether you have 1 acre or 40, this workshop is for you! Learn why you should manage your land. Map your land, assess why you purchased it, and decide how you would like to use it. You will learn how your land....