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10/27/2026

Join us for the next TreeStrong Alabama Forest Health Webinar, “Forestry Impacts of Hurricane Isaias,” on October 29 at 1 p.m. CST. 🌲

Dan Chappell and Owen Andrews with the Alabama Forestry Commission will discuss hurricane damage to Alabama’s forest resources, methods for assessing storm damage, and resources to help landowners and forestry professionals make informed forest management and recovery decisions.

Registration is free, and 1 CFE credit will be available for participants. Register here: https://auburn.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZiDeoLz7T3mLJt12z-RkQw

10/26/2026

When the Storm Hits: Identifying Hazard Trees and Assessing Risk After Hurricane Isaias.

City Forests Webinar on 11/11/2026 at 2:00-3:00 pm CST

Speaker: Georgios Arseniou, PhD; Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist of Urban Forestry; Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University

Hurricane Isaias caused widespread damage to trees and landscapes, highlighting the importance of recognizing hazardous tree conditions and understanding tree risk following severe weather events. This webinar will provide an overview of tree risk assessment with an emphasis on identifying common defects and conditions associated with failure, considering potential targets and consequences, and determining appropriate management strategies. The information will be useful to homeowners seeking to make informed decisions about trees on their properties as well as professionals, including Certified Arborists and City Foresters, involved in evaluating and managing storm-damaged trees.

Register here: https://au-academics.my.salesforce sites.com/pmtx/evt__conf_detail?id=a1Rju000000180LEAQ

10/26/2026

What’s the buzz about the 2026 Great Southeast Pollinator Census?

Join Alabama Extension Home Horticulture Agent Bethany O’Rear for the next Smart Yards Webinar to hear updates from this year’s census.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 1 p.m. Central. Live via Zoom

Register to receive the Zoom link and view upcoming webinar dates: https://www.aces.edu/go/2414

Hosted by Alabama Extension’s Home Horticulture team on the fourth Wednesday of each month, the Smart Yards Webinar Series covers gardening, fruits and vegetables, lawn care, wildlife, home pests and more.

10/21/2026

Learn to bottle honey safely, create proper labels, and follow federal and state regulations in this comprehensive resource for Alabama beekeepers.

10/21/2026
10/20/2026

October is National Children’s Health Month, a reminder that small, everyday habits can make a big difference in a child’s well-being. As Halloween kicks off a season filled with candy, parties and holiday treats, maintaining healthy routines can help children stay active, nourished and ready for the colder months ahead.

National Parenting Week also falls in October, making it a timely opportunity for families to focus on simple habits that support children’s health. Torie Ennis, community health administrator for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, shared six tips to help parents build healthy routines this fall.

“Keep it simple,” Ennis said. “Start with one small change this week, and see your family make healthy lifelong habits.

Read the tips and find out more here: https://www.aces.edu/go/7031

Call today to register for our Senior Summit!🗓️November 12, 2026⏰ 9:00am - 1:00pm📍LBW Community College    Greenville, A...
10/19/2026

Call today to register for our Senior Summit!
🗓️November 12, 2026
⏰ 9:00am - 1:00pm
📍LBW Community College
Greenville, Al 36037

Registration required, 334-382-5111

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