Bibb County Extension Programs & Events

Check out Bibb County Extension's upcoming programs, both in-person and online!

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Hometown Hospitality
Tuesday, March 1, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Bibb County Commission Office
157 SW Davidson Drive, Centreville, FREE
The service industry thrives when good products and services are delivered with excellent customer service. Hometown Hospitality aims to increase the customer service skills of employees of local service industry staffs. Further, the program aims to increase tourism promotion and referral ability to increase consumer spending and elongating tourist visits in particular areas. For managers and staff! To register contact Bibb County Extension office at 205-926-4310.
Land Management Field Day
Saturday, April 23, 9:00 – 3:00 PM
$10 per person, includes lunch
UWA Biodiversity Center
If you own forested property and would like to know more about how to start being more proactive with your forestland, this is the class for you! Land management professionals will present information on land management and forestry basics with topics such as determining the best forest type for your property, locating boundary lines and map reading, forest tree measurements, forest thinning for timber and wildlife, and forest product markets. Class size is limited. To register, call 205-926-4310.
Diabetes Empowerment Education Program
Tuesdays, May 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5
10:30-11:30 AM
Location TBD FREE
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program is free, six weeks of diabetes self-management strategies. Participants will learn: Understanding the Human Body, Understanding Risk Factors for Diabetes, Monitoring Your Body, Being Physically Active, Planning Meals, Identifying and Preventing Complications, learning about Medications & Medical Care and Living with Diabetes: Mobilizing Your Family and Friends.
 
Money Smarts for Adults
Wednesdays, March 2, 9; 12:00 – 1:00 PM
ONLINE-FREE
https://www.aces.edu/go/2522
Become financially fit! This series helps you create a spending plan, understand debt and credit management, identity theft and scams, savings, and banking.
Grounds and Gardens
Wednesday, March 2, 10:00-11:00 AM
ONLINE – FREE
Learn easy-to-understand practices for home gardening as you plan for spring gardening projects. Topics include growing roses and succulents, container gardening, and much more. To register: www.aces.edu/go/Gardens22
Business Model Canvas 101
Wednesday, March 2, 5:30-7:30 PM
ONLINE – FREE
This is an introduction course to the business model canvas. The BMC is a living business tools that is used often and at every stage of business development. It is a great way for entrepreneurs and small business owners to organize their thoughts/ides/goals for their business and think about how to better reach their customers, provide exceptional customer service, and manage costs. To register: www.aces.edu/event/business-canvas-model-101/
 
Dementia Friendly Alabama Series
Thursday, March 3, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
ONLINE – FREE
Imagine a community where people with dementia feel included, respected, and valued, and where they can participate in activities that are meaningful to them. Dementia Friendly is much more than simply being kind to those impacted by dementia. A dementia friendly community is one where those living with Alzheimer’s and their care partners feel respected, supported, and included in everyday community life. Join the sessions to learn about dementia and resources for families and communities. To register: http://www.aces.edu/go/DementiaFriendly
Small Business Café on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/groups/143788657255431
Small Business Cafe is a virtual program including webinars, Facebook Live sessions and “Cafe Chats” (online community dialogues) in both English and Spanish. Its objective is to improve the business knowledge, skills, and resources for Alabamian entrepreneurs, especially vulnerable and historically excluded small business owners.
Business Education Blog
A new monthly blog series!
This month the topic is the Feedback Loop, an important concept in business modeling. Check it out and pass along to anyone in your network that would benefit from this information.  https://www.aces.edu/go/2516
Alabama Smart Yards Webinar Series
Wednesdays, 1:00 PM
Join the Alabama Extension home grounds team for the Get Outside with Alabama Smart Yards webinar series. This online series provides common gardening and landscaping information for gardeners. Registration is required. Visit www.aces.edu/go/asywebinars  to register.
4-H
4-H Forestry & Wildlife Club
SATURDAYS 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
FREE & INCLUDES LUNCHThe Club is held at a different location each Saturday. Registration required via text/phone/Facebook to Simon Carbone 205-340-1159, sjc0032@aces.edu, @Bibb County 4-H on Facebook.
The 4-H Forestry program helps youth to gain a strong understanding of trees, forest management, and environmental issues.  It also provides hands on learning experiences that helps individuals develop skills to become better managers of forested land. The program is available to all youth, ages 8-18. Meetings will take place at a variety of locations in Bibb County. Club members will also prepare for the State 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Contests in Summer 2022!
  4-H Summer Camp Registration IS OPEN!
Bibb County 4-H heads to Summer Camp June 20-22, 2022. All participants must be enrolled by February 22, 2022 with a $25 deposit. Total camp fee is $150. This is a 3- day overnight camp at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana. Activities include climbing wall, swimming, canoeing, paddle boarding, live animal class, giant swing and more! Registration via text/phone/email/Facebook to Simon Carbone 205-340-1159, sjc0032@aces.edu, @Bibb County 4-H on Facebook.
Bibb County 4-H Roundup
Open to ages 9-18
April 10AM-12PM
Participate in multiple contests, baking, photography, storytelling, chicken BBQ, Blocks Rock (Lego) or Freestyle Showcase or Demonstration such as woodworking, sewing, singing, gardening, dance.   For specific contest rules and a registration form, go to www.aces.edu/bibb and click on the 2022 Bibb County Roundup link. Contact Simon Carbone at 205-340-1159 or sjc0032@aces.edu         
To stay up-to-date on all Bibb County Extension Programs and Activities, subscribe to our online Bibb County eNewsletter at https://www.aces.edu/go/bibb.

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As the Bibb County Coordinator for Alabama Extension, Michelle Giddens coordinates the implementation of all Extension programs in Bibb County in many program areas. These program areas include 4-H and Youth Development, Animal Sciences, Food Safety and Quality, Forestry, Wildlife and Natural Resources, Human Nutrition, Diet and Health, Family and Child Development, Family Resource Management and Workforce Development, Commercial Horticulture, Home Grounds, Gardens and Home Pests, Farm and Agribusiness Management, and Community and Economic Development. Her experience includes with the eXtension Initiative at the University of Nebraska and with the eXtension Foundation; California State University, Fresno and Central Community College in Grand Island, NE. She currently serves on the board for Brierfield Fire and Rescue, a volunteer fire department serving Brierfield and Six Mile communities in Alabama