Week of Events
ServSafe – Linden 2/18 & 2/19
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirements of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This requires self-study for an exam-only session. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Address: Marengo County Extension Office 2400 E. Coats Ave....
ServSafe – DeKalb County 2/18 & 2/20
Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Course using the 7th Edition ServSafe Manager textbook. This course meets the requirements of the Alabama Department of Public Health for Retail Food Permit Holders. This requires self-study for an exam-only session. Must register two weeks before the scheduled date. Address: DeKalb County Call for location (205) 217-6495 Contact:....
Safe Sleep/Infant Safety Workshop – Flomaton 2/18
Safe Sleep/Infant Safety Workshop – Flomaton 2/18
Join us for a valuable workshop for early childcare professionals, expecting and new parents. Learn the safest sleep practices for infants to reduce the risk of injury or death, with expert tips on creating a safe sleep environment. Community partners will also be present to share resources available to families, including baby safety products and....
Beef Quality Assurance & Hands-On Calving Management Demo on 2/18
Beef Quality Assurance & Hands-On Calving Management Demo on 2/18
Limestone county extension will be hosting a Beef Quality Assurance training and a hands-on calving demonstration at the Sheriff's Arena. Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is a national program that raises consumer confidence through offering proper management techniques and a commitment to quality within every segment of the industry. Everyone is invited to get certified and....
APPA Peanut Production Meeting – Wilmer 2/18
APPA Peanut Production Meeting – Wilmer 2/18
Peanut Production. Location: Loaves & Fishes Family Restaurant 13476 Old Tanner Williams Rd. Wilmer, AL 36587 Contact: Christy Hicks christy.hicks@auburn.edu (334) 925-2493
Fruit Pruning Workshop – Sylacauga 2/18
Fruit Pruning Workshop – Sylacauga 2/18
Home Horticulture REAs Jacob Turner and Dani Carroll will demonstrate how to properly prune fruit trees and vines. This will be an outside event so dress appropriately. Address: Sylacauga GROWS Community Garden at SAFE 78 Betty Ross Lane Sylacauga, AL 35150 Contact: Jacob Turner jzt0048@auburn.edu (334) 401-9164
APPA Peanut Production Meeting – Robertsdale 2/18
APPA Peanut Production Meeting – Robertsdale 2/18
Peanut Production. Location: Alfa Insurance 21332 AL-59 Robertsdale, AL 36567 Contact: Christy Hicks christy.hicks@auburn.edu (334) 925-2493
Pasture and Hay Field Weed Management Meeting – Tyler 2/18
Pasture and Hay Field Weed Management Meeting – Tyler 2/18
Weed species pressure continues to be a competitive factor affecting producer profits and yields in Alabama cattle systems. As a result, it is necessary to develop integrated strategies that alleviate potential losses due to problematic weeds. This program’s objectives are to, 1) Increase producers’ knowledge of troublesome weeds that may lead to economic and environmental....
Grain Production meeting – Marion Junction 2/19
Grain Production meeting – Marion Junction 2/19
Specialists from Auburn University will be present to discuss best management practices of grain production in west central Alabama. Location: Blackbelt Research and Extension Center 60 Co Rd 944 Marion Junction, AL 36759 Contact: Blake Lanton sbl0006@auburn.edu (256) 214-9630
Garden Tools and Maintenance 2/19
Garden Tools and Maintenance 2/19
Master Gardener, Mike Forster will show you how to maintain your garden tools and new ones you may have never seen before to help make your gardening more enjoyable and easier. Location: Trinity Prattville Church 610 Fairview Avenue Prattville AL Contact: Autauga County Extension Office jones57@auburn.edu (334) 361-7273
Garden Design 2/20
Garden Design 2/20
Garden Design Principles and Techniques, Garden Journaling, Creating your Vision Board for Garden Design. Location: Grace Episcopal Church 906 Pike Road Pike Road AL Contact: Montgomery County Extension jones57@auburn.edu (334) 245-8053 Register Online
Bats of Alabama – Opelika 2/20
Bats of Alabama – Opelika 2/20
Bats provide a significant ecological service by feeding on insects and removing agricultural pests. Join us as Dr. Wesley Anderson teaches us all about Alabama's native bats. Location: Lee County Extension Office 600 S. 7th Street, Ste. 4 Opelika, AL Contact: Tammy Pannell trp0031@auburn.edu (334) 749-3353
Small Farm Equipment Demo – Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer – 2/20
Small Farm Equipment Demo – Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer – 2/20
This demonstration day is for small and beginning farmers to learn about the following equipment that will be available for rent later this year - plastic mulch layer and lifter, seed and plug planters, tiller and flail mower. Attendance to this event qualifies participants to rent equipment once available through the Alabama Extension Operation Grow....
Adult Fundamentals Cooking Class – Wetumpka 2/20
Adult Fundamentals Cooking Class – Wetumpka 2/20
Unlock the chef within you! Join our "Fundamentals of Cooking" class, cook delicious meals at home. Whether you're a complete novice or someone looking to refine your basic skills, this class will equip you with the confidence and knowledge needed to create simple, tasty dishes. Address: Elmore County Extension Office 340 Queen Ann Road Wetumpka,....
Heart Health Nutrition Exhibit
Heart Health Nutrition Exhibit
Setting up a Heart Health Nutrition Exhibit at a Cardio Class Location: University of North Alabama Student Recreation Center 333 Covington Street Florence, AL 35632 Contact: Elaine Softley kes0021@auburn.edu (256) 324-2851