Week of Events
Live Healthy Chalk Walk
Live Healthy Chalk Walk
Live Well, Alabama! Come jump, twist and pop through our Idle Hour Chalk Walk.Address:Idle Hour ParkPhenix City, AL 36867Contact:Jacob Baileyjeb0185@auburn.edu(334) 752-2345
Marion County Learn to Burn
Marion County Learn to Burn
This is a one-day event that will be held on the *first available burn day* (weather dependent) during the week of March 11 – March 15. Registrants will receive initial communication during the week before the burn and given 2 days advance notice of the confirmed burn date. Details: Attendees will experience a full day....
ServSafe – Eufaula
ServSafe – Eufaula
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:Barbour County Extension Office525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online
SERVSAFE–RUSSELLVILLE AL FRANKLIN COUNTY
SERVSAFE–RUSSELLVILLE AL FRANKLIN COUNTY
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....
VCLLI Sp ’24: Tai Chi Exercise
VCLLI Sp ’24: Tai Chi Exercise
Meeting weekly in the AAMU Wellness Center Register by calling 256.372.7022Address:Alabama A&M UniversityWellness CenterNormal, AL 35762Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847
Alabama Cottage Food Safety Class Madison County
Alabama Cottage Food Safety Class Madison County
Alabama Cottage Food Businesses need to have an ADPH approved food safety course in order to operate. This course fulfills that requirement.Address:Alabama Extension - Madison County819 Cook Ave NWHuntsville, AL 35801Contact:Christy Mendozacnm0012@auburn.edu205-217-6495Register Online
VCLLI Sp ’24: Meaningful Monday Estate Planning
VCLLI Sp ’24: Meaningful Monday Estate Planning
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 www.aces.edu/go/3940Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/3940
Beef Systems Short Course – Winston County
Beef Systems Short Course – Winston County
The Beef Systems Short Course is designed for new and beginning beef cattle producers who want to learn more about the fundamentals of beef cattle management in Alabama. Topics will include forages, nutrition, herd health, reproduction, record keeping, environmental stewardship, economics, and meat science. There is a program registration fee of $40, which will provide....
2024 Alabama Beef Systems Short Course – Southeast Region
2024 Alabama Beef Systems Short Course – Southeast Region
A multi-date (March 11th, 12th, 18th & 19th) introduction series on beef cattle production. The series consist of eight topics delivered in 1 hour individual classroom presentations. The topics (Economics, Meat Science, Forages, Nutrition, Herd Health, Reproduction, Record Keeping and Environmental Stewardship) are aimed to inform new and beginning producers about basic beef production practices....
Marion County Learn to Burn
Marion County Learn to Burn
This is a one-day event that will be held on the *first available burn day* (weather dependent) during the week of March 11 – March 15. Registrants will receive initial communication during the week before the burn and given 2 days advance notice of the confirmed burn date. Details: Attendees will experience a full day....
ServSafe – Eufaula
ServSafe – Eufaula
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:Barbour County Extension Office525 School StreetEufaula, AL 36027Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online
Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods
Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods
Manufacturers of acidified foods like BBQ sauce and pickles are required by the FDA to complete this course. This is a two day certificate course. Students should have a basic understanding of food safety before attending this class. Some food manufacturing knowledge is a plus.Address:Etowah County Extension office in the Courthouse800 Forrest Ave. Ste. 400Gadsden,....
VCLLI Sp ’24: Cybersecurity for Seniors
VCLLI Sp ’24: Cybersecurity for Seniors
Register: www.aces.edu/go/Cyber24Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/Cyber24
ServSafe Training/ Pike County
ServSafe Training/ Pike County
Food safety course for food permit holders that is required by state. Will be using 7th Ed. ServSafe Managers coursebook.Address:306 S. Three Notch StreetTroy, AL 36081Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu(334) 714-1248Register Online
Square Foot Gardening this Spring
Square Foot Gardening this Spring
Capital City Master Gardener, Henry Lucas will teach you the method to square foot gardening which helps to maximize your space in your garden to grow as much produce as possible. He will also discuss when and what to plant all the veggie varieties as well.Address:100 West Bridge StreetWetumpka, AL 36092Contact:First Presbyterian Churchjones57@aces.edu3345676301
Small Ruminant Production Webinar Watch Party
Small Ruminant Production Webinar Watch Party
Join us in-person at the Hale County Extension Office for a watch party session that will include a livestream of our Small Ruminant Production Webinar Series! This is a great opportunity to watch the webinar series and have your questions answered in real time if you have limited access to internet at home.Address:701 Hall StreetGreensboro,....
Small Ruminant Webinar Series – Spring 2024
Small Ruminant Webinar Series – Spring 2024
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....
Exclusive Heirs’ Property Landowner Virtual Event and Local Watch Party
Exclusive Heirs’ Property Landowner Virtual Event and Local Watch Party
Are you a proud owner of landowner seeking valuable insights and connections to clear or clarify your property's title? Look no further! We're thrilled to invite you to our exciting 6-part series, happening every other month from March to November 2024. Heirs’ property is an important topic for many families, especially families with ancestral lands.....
Heirs’ Property: Overview & Working with an Attorney
Heirs’ Property: Overview & Working with an Attorney
Join us to learn about the 'what', 'who', and 'why' of heirs' property and how you can take the next steps in finding an attorney to work with.Address:Macon County Extension Office207 N Main StTuskegee, AL 36083Contact:Rilea Robinsonrar0086@auburn.edu(334) 202-5005
2024 Alabama Beef Systems Short Course – Southeast Region
2024 Alabama Beef Systems Short Course – Southeast Region
A multi-date (March 11th, 12th, 18th & 19th) introduction series on beef cattle production. The series consist of eight topics delivered in 1 hour individual classroom presentations. The topics (Economics, Meat Science, Forages, Nutrition, Herd Health, Reproduction, Record Keeping and Environmental Stewardship) are aimed to inform new and beginning producers about basic beef production practices....
Escape Vapes Youth Education- Not Open to the Public
Escape Vapes Youth Education- Not Open to the Public
Not Open to the Public. For Current Susan Moore High School Students Only. Escape Vapes is a program designed to educate, prevent, and reduce the use of electronic cigarettes. The program increases knowledge about the health risks of vaping and increases users' confidence and ability to abstain.Address:Susan Moore High SchoolBlountsville, AL 35031Contact:Amy Burgessburgeap@auburn.edu(205) 274-2129
Marion County Learn to Burn
Marion County Learn to Burn
This is a one-day event that will be held on the *first available burn day* (weather dependent) during the week of March 11 – March 15. Registrants will receive initial communication during the week before the burn and given 2 days advance notice of the confirmed burn date. Details: Attendees will experience a full day....
SERVSAFE–RUSSELLVILLE AL FRANKLIN COUNTY
SERVSAFE–RUSSELLVILLE AL FRANKLIN COUNTY
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....
Private Pesticide Applicator Training & Testing
Private Pesticide Applicator Training & Testing
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:Jackson County Farmers Federation Building23625 John T. Reid Pkwy.Scottsboro, AL 35768Contact:Matt Webbdmw0071@aces.edu(256) 574-2143
Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods
Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods
Manufacturers of acidified foods like BBQ sauce and pickles are required by the FDA to complete this course. This is a two day certificate course. Students should have a basic understanding of food safety before attending this class. Some food manufacturing knowledge is a plus.Address:Etowah County Extension office in the Courthouse800 Forrest Ave. Ste. 400Gadsden,....
Private Pesticide Applicator Training and Testing
Private Pesticide Applicator Training and Testing
Participants will receive training followed by testing to receive a private applicator permit.Address:Tuscaloosa Co. Courthouse Annex2513 7th Streettuscaloosa, AL 35401Contact:Blake LantonSbl0006@auburn.edu(256) 214-9630
Good to Great – Grant Writing Workshop
Good to Great – Grant Writing Workshop
Need help writing grants for your non-profit? Join us for this workshop featuring experienced grant writers, a panel discussion and a work session. The speakers will answer questions and share their knowledge to help improve your grant writing. We strongly encourage participants to bring a grant proposal (prospective or in progress) to make the afternoon....
ServSafe Training/ Pike County
ServSafe Training/ Pike County
Food safety course for food permit holders that is required by state. Will be using 7th Ed. ServSafe Managers coursebook.Address:306 S. Three Notch StreetTroy, AL 36081Contact:Bridgette Brannonhuttobf@auburn.edu(334) 714-1248Register Online
Alabama Cottage Food Law at the Tuskegee Farmers Conference
Alabama Cottage Food Law at the Tuskegee Farmers Conference
Empowering Farmers Project will be conducting a Cottage Food Law Training as a part of the Tuskegee Farmers Conference on March 13, 2024. The Alabama Cottage Food Law went into effect in 2014 and was revised in 2021. The law states that individuals can produce certain nonhazardous foods in their homes. A person operating a....
Fayette County Spring Floral Design Workshop
Fayette County Spring Floral Design Workshop
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 Fayette 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....
Alabama Smart Yards Webinar: Rainscaping Your Yard to Protect Water Quality
Alabama Smart Yards Webinar: Rainscaping Your Yard to Protect Water Quality
Alabama Smart Yards weekly webinar hosts Laura Cooley, Outreach Project Manager, AU Water Resource. She will talk about Rainscaping Your Yard to Protect Water Quality.Contact:dani carrollcarrodl@auburn.edu(256) 458-6043Register Online
Record Keeping 101 for Agricultural Operations
Record Keeping 101 for Agricultural Operations
We will be looking at the most important aspects of record keeping for your operation, how to find the perfect system for your operation, as well as different ways to do some aspects of record keeping for your operation. Also, bring any questions you may have on the subject and we will work on getting....
Private Pesticide Applicator Training and Testing
Private Pesticide Applicator Training and Testing
Participants will receive training followed by testing to receive a private applicator permit.Address:Blackbelt Research and Extension Center60 County Road 944Marion Junction, AL 36759Contact:Blake LantonSbl0006@auburn.edu(256) 214-9630
Marion County Learn to Burn
Marion County Learn to Burn
This is a one-day event that will be held on the *first available burn day* (weather dependent) during the week of March 11 – March 15. Registrants will receive initial communication during the week before the burn and given 2 days advance notice of the confirmed burn date. Details: Attendees will experience a full day....
Maintenance and Management of Lanscape Trees (1)
Maintenance and Management of Lanscape Trees (1)
This workshop covers important aspects of tree maintenance and management. More specifically there will be talks and hands-on activities related to proper tree pruning, tree planting and establishment, tree protection during construction and basics of tree law. The audience includes municipal workers in Phenix City and nearby municipalities, homeowners, master gardeners etc.Address:Idle Hour Community Center....
Franklin County Floral Design Workshop
Franklin County Floral Design Workshop
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 A.W Todd Centre in Russellville, AL to learn to make corsages, boutonnieres, hand-tied bouquets, and a small table arrangement Participants will make and take home....
Beef Systems Short Course – Winston County
Beef Systems Short Course – Winston County
The Beef Systems Short Course is designed for new and beginning beef cattle producers who want to learn more about the fundamentals of beef cattle management in Alabama. Topics will include forages, nutrition, herd health, reproduction, record keeping, environmental stewardship, economics, and meat science. There is a program registration fee of $40, which will provide....
2024 Alabama BQA (Beef Quality Assurance) Producer Training – Hartford, AL
2024 Alabama BQA (Beef Quality Assurance) Producer Training – Hartford, AL
Beef producer training to teach and reinforce best management production practices to offer assurances to the consuming public concerning the quality, safety and wholesomeness of American produced beef. Training includes pre-course and post-course examinations to measure gained knowledge and retention by producer participants. Qualified producers completing the training do receive a BQA certification number and....
Record Keeping 101 for Agricultural Operations
Record Keeping 101 for Agricultural Operations
We will be looking at the most important aspects of record keeping for your operation, how to find the perfect system for your operation, as well as different ways to do some aspects of record keeping for your operation. Also, bring any questions you may have on the subject and we will work on getting....
Adult FUNdementals Cooking Class
Adult FUNdementals Cooking Class
Learn basic cooking skills while having fun and making a dish. Everyone will have their own utensils to use and leave with a dish that they have cooked. All recipes and ingredients will be provided.Address:340 Queen Ann RdWetumpka, AL 36092Contact:Brenda Hensonbrenda.henson@auburn.edu(334) 567-6301Register Online
Small Engine Self-Service – Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer
Small Engine Self-Service – Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer
The Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer workshop this month will teach you how to keep those small engines running smoothly through on-farm preventative maintenance. This hands-on workshop will be led by Alabama Extension with assistance from local technicians. The workshop is free, and a light supper will be provided. Online registration is required. (Click below)....
Cooptastic 2024
Cooptastic 2024
A 2 day conference for backyard and small flock ownersAddress:892 Four H RoadColumbiana, AL 35051Contact:Brigid McCreamccreba@aces.edu3347505213
Beef Forage Field Day – Wiregrass Research & Extension Center
Beef Forage Field Day – Wiregrass Research & Extension Center
Tour and presentations to highlight beef and forages research projects and demonstrations currently being conducted at the Wiregrass Research & Extension Center at Headland, Alabama in Henry county.Address:167 State Highway 134 E.Headland, AL 36345Contact:Rickey Hudsonhudsorg@aces.edu(334) 726-6814
Marion County Learn to Burn
Marion County Learn to Burn
This is a one-day event that will be held on the *first available burn day* (weather dependent) during the week of March 11 – March 15. Registrants will receive initial communication during the week before the burn and given 2 days advance notice of the confirmed burn date. Details: Attendees will experience a full day....
Very Berry Garden to Pantry Workshop- Grove Hill
Very Berry Garden to Pantry Workshop- Grove Hill
Please join Alabama Extension as we host our Very Berry Garden-to-Pantry workshop. We will have agents from the Home Grounds team discuss blueberry and strawberry production, maintenance, and pest management. The Food Safety and Quality team will guide participants as they make their own blueberry jam and taste test dehydrated strawberries. To finish off the....
Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training – Birmingham
Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training – Birmingham
Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training – Birmingham 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. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification. Professional Development Hours are available through PowerSchool....
Pruning Workshop
Pruning Workshop
February and March 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. This event....
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological Monitoring Training – Nauvoo
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological Monitoring Training – Nauvoo
Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training – Camp McDowell (Nauvoo, AL) REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Training Description: Become a certified Bacteriological Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification. Professional Development Hours are available through PowerSchool....
Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Birmingham
Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Birmingham
Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Birmingham Registration is required! Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Stream Biomonitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification. Professional Development Hours are available through PowerSchool for educators who....