Join us for a one-day chainsaw class where we will learn from Master Arborist and Certified Treecare Safety Professional Gary Ickes. Topics covered include: safety practices, chainsaw design, ergonomics, starting, and more. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance. Lunch will be included. Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions.Address:Lauderdale County Forestry....

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. Book, included with $140 fee, will be given out first day of class. Class starts at 9 am EST (8 am CST) both days.Address:Valley Sportsplex130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 36854Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register....

Carve your pumpkins and learn to arrange cut flowers and greenery to create a beautiful display that's perfect for fall weddings, front porches, kitchen tables and more with Home Grounds agent Makahla Holloway! Afterwards you'll learn all about roasting seeds and delicious pumpkin rolls with Food Safety agent Susan Hill!Address:Marion County Extension Office372 Seventh Ave....

In-Person Series: Participate in Tai Chi with a small group at Alabama A&M University. During the weekly sessions, engage in movement aimed at improving balance, preventing falls in older adults, and reducing some sources of pain.Address:Alabama A&M University Wellness Center4011 Meridian StreetNormal, AL 35762Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/TaiChiF24

Free virtual workshop series presented in collaboration with Faulkner Law. Register: www.aces.edu/go/4449 Topics: October 7 - Estate Planning Overview October 14 - Last Will and Testament October 21 - Powers of Attorney for Finances October 28 - Alabama Advance DirectiveContact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/4449

Participants will learn what to include in their severe weather kits, how to interpret newscaster terms for storms including "watches" and "warnings" , safe locations during storms, food and water safety after storms, and stakeholders will learn how to program their free-battery powered NOAA Weather Radio.Address:3774 County Road. 9Old Boys and Girls Club BuildingTyler, AL....

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. Book, included with $140 fee, will be given out first day of class. Class starts at 9 am EST (8 am CST) both days.Address:Valley Sportsplex130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 36854Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register....

A FREE 8-session program to connect individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes with clinical resources through partnerships with Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Location: Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center 8300 AL-104 Fairhope, ALABAMA 36532 Contact: Alexia Mingo Simmons azm0392@auburn.edu (251) 937-7176

A FREE 8-session program to connect individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes with clinical resources through partnerships with Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.Address:Gulf Coast Research & Extension Center8300 AL-104Fairhope, AL 36532Contact:Alexia Mingo Simmonsazm0392@auburn.edu(251) 395-2302

This course meets the food safety training requirement of the ADPH for people who want to sell certain non-hazardous foods from their home as a Cottage Food Business. The course includes specifics about the AL Cottage Food Law, what foods can be sold, where foods can be sold, labeling requirements and food safety recommendations for....

Health Extension for Diabetes is a unique education and support program that connects participants to local clinical resources through partnerships with local hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers. Through a series of 8 sessions provided over 4 months, participants receive education for living with diabetes as well as support from each other, trained extension agents, and....

Fall Small Ruminant Webinar SeriesContact:Dr. Felix Uchenna Samuelsfu0001@auburn.edu(256) 924-0984Register Online

Understanding Heirs Property at the Community Level: Overview, Prevention, and ResolutionContact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/4448

Carve your pumpkins and learn to arrange cut flowers and greenery to create a beautiful display that's perfect for fall weddings, front porches, kitchen tables and more! Address: Fayette County Extension Office 640 McConnell Loop Fayette, AL 35555 Contact: Makahla Holloway mgh0120@auburn.edu (251) 423-9415

Join the Urban Home Grounds Team on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 10 AM CT to learn the basics of home horticulture in Alabama. Sessions include: October 9 – Let’s Plant a Tree….the Right Way! Joel Potter, Urban Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Regional Extension Agent, Baldwin County October 23 –....

Register at www.aces.edu/go/TheatreF24 No singing skills required. Final Performance: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Madison County Successful Aging Initiative ConferenceAddress:Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theatre3312 Long AvenueHuntsville, AL 35805Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/theatref24

Join us for a free lunch and learn event at the Luverne Public Library where you will learn how to design and put together fall flower containers for your homes and porches.Address:Luverne Public Library148 E 3rd St.Luverne, AL 36049Contact:Emily Wismerekw0038@auburn.edu3342823683

Join in to learn key pointers on Fall gardening and lawn maintenance. Register: www.aces.edu/go/4439Contact:Danielle Rudolphddr0007@aces.edu(334) 201-2847www.aces.edu/go/4439

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:Valley Sportsplex130 Sportsplex DriveValley, AL 36854Contact:Janet Johnsonjohns16@aces.edu(334) 703-2237Register Online

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

Join horticulture agent Holt Campbell for an introduction to landscaping with native plants. Topics will include planting for birds and pollinators, propagating plants from seed and cuttings, wildflower species selection in north Alabama, and converting turfgrass into native grass. Participants will go home with native plants for fall planting, covered by the required $10 fee....

Alabama Extension Specialist Dr. Jeremy Pickens will introduce niche production systems that are potentially viable in North Alabama such as Christmas trees and hydroponics. The workshop is free, and a light supper will be provided. Online registration is required. (Click below) If you have accessibility needs, contact the Cullman County Extension Office by September 26,....

Fall is the perfect time to plant strawberries for a spring harvest! We will start at 10:00 am. We will talk about variety selection, irrigation, freeze protection, insects, diseases, fertility and more. Each participant will take home 20 strawberry plugs to take home and plant.Address:4725 County Road 40Shorter, AL 36075Contact:Dani Carrollcarrodl@auburn.edu(256) 458-6043Register Online

Join us for training sessions on traditional conservation topics as well as new and emerging issues in environmental education. This free virtual webinar series offers effective best management practices (BMPs) aimed at safeguarding human, animal & environmental health, and practical solutions to help reduce your ecological footprint. Whether you are an educator, an environmental professional,....

Join us to learn all about Landscape Maintenance! Topics include Pruning and Chainsaw Safety, Proper Planting, Right Plant Right Place, and Basic Landscape Design. Lunch will be provided! Registration is $5 and is required to hold your spot.Address:Lauderdale County Extension Office802 Veterans Dr.Florence, AL 35630Contact:Makahla Hollowaymgh0120@auburn.edu(251) 423-9415Register Online

Pork on the Plains is a workshop for Alabama Pork Producers to learn more about swine herd health, facilities, nutrition, and see a pork carcass breakdown.Address:500 Shug Jordan ParkwayAuburn University, AL 36849Contact:Landon Marksmlm0013@auburn.edu(256) 706-0032