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. START TIME: 9:00 AMAddress:Mobile County Extension Office ( John Archer Building)1070 Schillinger Road NorthMobile, AL 36608Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050Register Online

Learn about using drip irrigation in tiny places like your porch! We will cover the basics of putting the irrigation system together for containers and hanging baskets.Address:Charles E Bailey Sportplex Pavillion1685 Arena RdAlexander City, AL 35010Contact:Tallapoosa County Extensionharria5@aces.edu(256) 596-1363

Course meeting ADPH requirement to operate as a Cottage Food Operation. Course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, identify foods that can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator.Address:Hayneville Town Hall241 W. Tuskeena StreetHayneville, AL 36040Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online

Meaningful Monday Part II- Focus on Caregiving 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. weekly • 4/1 Guardianship and Conservatorship • 4/8 Managing Someone Else’s Money • 4/15 Program and Services Available for Family Caregivers • 4/22 Gender Differences in Caregiving Register: www.aces.edu/go/CaregivingS24Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/CaregivingS24

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. START TIME: 9:00 AMAddress:Mobile County Extension Office ( John Archer Building)1070 Schillinger Road NorthMobile, AL 36608Contact:Rebecca Catalenarjc0026@auburn.edu(251) 234-1050Register Online

Offered through Dementia Friendly Alabama, Dementia Memory Cafés are social outings for individuals living with dementia or experiences cognitive declines. A memory café provides respite for caregivers and an engaging activity for care-recipients. 2/13 Cookie Decorating and Fresh Flower Bouquets AAMU Agribition Center 4/16 Art and Apps, Location TBD Register: www.aces.edu/go/Onsite24 Space is limited to....

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 &....

Alabama Cottage Food Law CertificationAddress:1109 Market ST. W AAthens, AL 35611Contact:Susan Hillhillaps@auburn.edu(256) 232-5510Register Online

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....

Let your creativity flow through the folds, cuts and embellishments of your uniquely designed greeting card. Using simple low-cost supplies, we will create personalized greetings cards for gifts or keeps. Register at www.aces.edu/go/Vcardmaking Your mailing address is needed to receive the cardmaking kit.Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/vcardmaking

Alabama Department of Environmental Management, Jennifer Barker will show how pollution contaminates our clean waterways and all you can do to help.Address:610 Fairview Ave.Prattville, AL 36066Contact:Trinity United Methodist Churchjones57@aces.edu3343617273

Set yourself up for a successful tomato growing season by learning best practices in cultivar selection, planting, fertility, and disease and insect management in the garden from horticulture agent Holt Campbell. Come with your questions and go home with tomato plants for spring planting (covered by your registration fee). $5 by online payment or check....

Come purchase locally grown fruits, vegetables and plants at this old-fashioned Farmers Market!Address:Stadium Drive Garrett Harrison Stadium LotPhenix City, AL 36867Contact:Jennifer Davidsonjenniferd@auburn.edu(334) 298-6845

Tomato season is just around the corner. Learn science-based home food preservation for your bounty of tomato. As part of registration fee all participants will receive our Food Preservation Book!Address:Russell County Extension Office508 14th StreetPhenix City, AL 36867Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online

food safety certification course for food service workers and managers who need to meet health department regulationsAddress:Shelby County Extension Office54 Kelly LaneColumbiana, AL 35051Contact:Angela Treadawaytreadas@aces.edu(205) 410-3696Register Online

Deepen your connection to nature, hone your observation skills, and wake up your curiosity through nature journaling. Join us as science teacher, Amy Sides leads this fun two-hour program on nature journaling. Good observation skills are very useful not only in science, but also in school, work, and life in general. Nature journaling is a....

Tannisha Orr, Loan Officer with Neighborhood Concepts, Inc. will share with us the different ways to finance small businesses. We will also discuss the various aspects of requests that funders will look at when considering whether or not to fund your business. Participants will have a better understanding of the capitalization process and come away....

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 &....

Participants will meet for lunch while receiving an update on current production issues affecting production in central Alabama, followed by a field demonstration showcasing our current variety trials. This is a free event, but registration is required to reserve a lunch.Address:Chilton Research/Extension Center120 County Road 756Clanton, AL 35045Contact:David LawrenceLawreda@aces.edu(334) 740-1667

Cottage Food Training/Certification is for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home. This certification is good for 3 years.Address:Talladega County Extension Office132 Court Street NorthTalladega, AL 35160Contact:Dani Reamsacr0087@aces.edu(256) 368-1694Register Online

Course meeting ADPH requirement to operate as a Cottage Food Operation. Course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, identify foods that can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements and food safety recommendations for the cottage food operator.Address:Elmore County Extension Office340 Queen Ann RoadWetumpka, AL 36092Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(344) 703-2237Register Online

Presentation of information about the 2024 Alabama Pasture to Rail (P2R) Program and Calf Health principles. Topics include the P2R program educational goals, management and rules. The Calf Health section stresses the importance of following a sound vaccination protocol and timely health practices. Overall, beef producers learn about retained ownership and the feeder-finishing segment of....

Come join one of our new agents, Angela Taylor on how to save for some summer fun as part of our series on tips and tricks to save money, eat better, and move more…Address:Lee County Extension Office600 S. 7th St., Ste 4Opelika, AL 36801Contact:Angela Tayloramt0125@auburn.edu(334) 844-9660

Join the Colbert County Extension Office on April 19th at 9:30am to learn about common pests in the home garden and landscape. Participants will learn about how to controls pests, IPM practices, pesticides, and pesticide safety. This will be a great class for both the experienced and novice gardener. Register online or contact the Colbert....

Do you plan to sell a product in the upcoming farmers market season? Come learn about pricing your product for profit, manage marketing data, and marketing strategies to help ensure your success.Address:12660 Highway 431Wedowee, AL 36278Contact:Rilea Robinsonrar0086@auburn.edu(334) 292-5005

Earth Day at Hays Nature Preserve is fun for the whole family and it’s all FREE. Celebrate Earth Day at Hays Nature Preserve on Saturday, April 20 from 10am-2pm. Come enjoy earth-friendly exhibitors with informative and interactive displays.Address:7161 US-431Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763Contact:Dr. Karnita GArnerkfg0003@aces.edu(256) 612-4169

Registration is required! Alabama Water Watch, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and Wild Alabama, is excited to announce Phase III of the water monitoring project in the National Forests in Alabama! This project’s goal is to promote citizens to discover the national forests in Alabama…by monitoring their waters! Volunteer citizens will gather water....

Butler County’s premier Earth Day Recycle event. Greenville Alabama, will celebrate all things green and sustainable the recycling event will include drive-thru drop off for the following: electrics, some home appliances, drug take back, and a food drive for the local food bank.Address:102 Butler CircleGreenville, AL 36037Contact:Sharlean Briggsszb0031@auburn.edu(334) 382-5111