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SUMMARY:Registration Opens: 2026 AMGA Annual State Conference
DESCRIPTION:Gardening to the Moon and Back\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Opens: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Alabama Master Gardeners Association’s 2026 Annual State Conference will be held Wednesday\, May 6 through Friday\, May 8 in Huntsville. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to register online \n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\nDoug Tallemy \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker Thursday Evening \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDoug Tallamy is the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware\, where he authored 114 research publications and has taught insect related courses for 45 years.  \n\n\n\nChief among his research goals is to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities.  \n\n\n\nHis books include Bringing Nature Home\, The Living Landscape\, co-authored with Rich Darke\, Nature’s Best Hope\, a New York Times Best Seller\, The Nature of Oaks\, winner of the American Horticultural Society’s 2022 book award. \n\n\n\nIn 2021\, he cofounded Homegrown Natural Park with Michelle Alfandari. \n\n\n\nHis awards include recognition from The Garden Writer’s Association\, Audubon\, The National Wildlife Federation\, Allegheny College\, Ecoforesters\, The Garden Club of America\, The Herb Society\, and The American Horticultural Association. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarvey Cotten \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker Wednesday Evening \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarvey Cotten is a garden writer\, designer\, and consultant. After 22 years with the Huntsville Botanical Garden\, most recently as vice president and chief horticulturist\, he retired in 2014. He continues to present workshops for the Botanical Garden\, Master Gardener Associations\, Garden Clubs\, and other botanical gardens and arboreta while lecturing across the southeast on various garden topics. \n\n\n\nHarvey is very active in the industry. He currently serves as president of the Alabama Nurserymen’s Association and is past president of the Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) and the Alabama Invasive Plant Council. Harvey co-authored the popular book Easy Gardens for the South published in 2009. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Ornamental Horticulture from Mississippi State University. Prior to joining the Huntsville Botanical Garden staff\, he was general manager of Monmouth Plantation in Natchez\, MS\, and co-owner of Chase Nursery Co in Huntsville. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEdward Pate \n\n\n\nFacebook\n\n\n\n\n\n“Everything grows better with love” Edward Pate\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter retiring from public education where he taught writing and literature to Grade 6 through law school seniors\, Dr. Edward Pate became an Alabama Master Gardener. Since 2022\, through the Master Gardener program\, Pate\, known as “Garden Man” to students\, has applied his love for learning\, people\, and nature to the development of school gardens at Conecuh County Junior High School and Repton Junior High School in partnership with the Conecuh County Extension Service. \n\n\n\nThrough regular Garden Days in the gardens\, students (PreK to 6th Grade) learn diverse lessons about growing plants\, beneficial and harmful insects\, nutrition\, and effects of weather\, among others. Through the Grow More Give More program\, students also help their communities by donating fresh produce from the gardens to those in need- Donations now total almost 400 pounds! \n\n\n\nThe main ingredient of a successful garden? Says Pate\, “Everything grows better with love”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatrick Thompson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatrick Thompson grew up in Shades Mountain near Birmingham\, Alabama. He graduated with a Masters of Science degree from the Auburn University Department of Horticulture in 2018. He has been employed by the Auburn Department of Biological Sciences’ Davis Arboretum since the year 2000. \n\n\n\nPatrick has curated the Arboretum’s oak collection and deciduous azalea collection since 2008\, and both are now certified by the Association of the Public Gardens of America’s Plant Collection Network.  \n\n\n\nHe is an honorary Lee County Master Gardener\, a climbing arborist\, and the coordinator of Alabama Plant Conservation Alliance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse Akozbek \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook\n\nInstagram\n\nYouTube\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse is a forager\, and he wants you to be one too! He has taught thousands of students how to bring wild food into their lives through in-person foraging walks and online videos on his page\, Feral Foraging\, and his app\, Gather: The Foraging App. \n\n\n\nObsessed with developing and refining better methods for gathering and processing wild food\, Jesse is always looking for ways to make foraging easier and more accessible for everyone. \n\n\n\nHe helps students build a strong foundation for their foraging journey—emphasizing core skills and guiding them to put it all together\, brick by brick. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDarryl Patton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Patton has been hunting\, gathering and working with medicinal plants for the past twenty-five years on Lookout Mountain in the Southern Appalachians. He is a Master Herbalist and brings many years of experience to the field of alternative medicine. \n\n\n\nDarryl is the author of\, Mountain Medicine\, The Herbal Remedies of Tommie Bass\, published by Natural Reader Press and has appeared on Alabama Public Television and the Comedy Channel. Darryl has also been featured in many newspaper and magazine articles relating to the uses of medicinal plants and is in demand nationally as a speaker on alternative medicine. \n\n\n\nDarryl operates a wilderness survival training school in the mountains of North Alabama where he teaches a wide range of subjects including medicinal plant walks and one-on-one apprenticeships for those seeking to further their knowledge in the world of herbs and alternative medicine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCindy Upton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCindy Upton was born in Decatur\, AL. where she still lives\, and has been an Alabama Master Gardener since 2001. She loves reading gardening books like some people read novels.  \n\n\n\nCindy’s relatives were mostly farmers on Sand Mountain\, and growing up with garden chores made her hate everything about it! It wasn’t until much later when she got her own house and planted her first thing: a hydrangea shrub\, that she realized she loves gardening after all! She barely dug a hole big enough to cram it in\, and her Dad discovered her poor attempt and showed her the right way-while laughing at her! She still has that hydrangea but not her Dad…except that she can go visit that sweet memory anytime she feels like it by looking at that shrub.  \n\n\n\nPlants and gardens have such a wonderful place in our lives\, and she was just hooked after her hydrangea experience. She guesses that gardening was in her blood after all.  \n\n\n\nCindy has worked for NASA for 36 years\, and loves it. She manages the National Space Science & Technology Center\, where fascinating research is done in many areas of earth and space science \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-conference Tours\n\n\nPre-conference Tour Descriptions \n\n\n\nWednesday Tours\, May 6\, 2026: \n\n\n\nTours are at various locations and times. Please note that some tours have a cost associated with the activity. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#1: Walk Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) with Harvey Cotten\, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM\, check-in Murray Hall\, limited to 35 people. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\nMeet Harvey at the Cherry Circle\, a short walk from the Propst Guest Center\, for an informative and historical walk through the Gardens. Mr. Cotten was the Chief Horticulturist at the Garden from its inception and was featured in the Huntsville Times’ Living section called Dear Harvey\, where he answered gardening questions weekly\, for many years. He also had a weekly TV spot full of gardening tips and pertinent information. Come with questions\, because he’s sure to have an answer! \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#2: Hudson Alpha Greenhouse\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Hudson Alpha GH\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 601 Genome Way Huntsville\, 35806 \n\n\n\nGet a behind the scenes guided tour of Hudson Alpha Institute for Biotechnology’s 14\,000- square-foot glass greenhouse. The highly sophisticated facility is equipped with two lab spaces\, seven grow rooms with fifteen-foot ceilings\, and several technologically advanced features rarely found in other greenhouses. The facility will help researchers in the Hudson Alpha Center for Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture (Plant Center) advance their mission to use genomics to help sustainably feed and fuel our planet. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#3: US Space & Rocket Center\, 1:00 PM-3:30 PM\, $20\, check-in at USSRC\, limited to 45 people. 1 Tranquility Base Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\nTake a self-guided tour of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville\, Alabama\, a museum operated by the state of Alabama\, showcasing rockets\, achievements\, and artifacts of the U.S. space program. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#4: Bonnie Plants\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Bonnie Plants\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 1601 South Monroe Street Athens 35611 \n\n\n\nTake a guided tour of the Bonnie Plant Farm greenhouse range in Athens\, Alabama\, a short drive from Huntsville. Today\, Bonnie Plants are available in all 50 states (plus Canada) and come in nearly 300 varieties (including Organics!)\, many of which have been test-grown in their own garden in Union Springs\, Alabama. Bonnie Plants don’t travel far to make it to you\, either\, as they now have over 70 growing stations across the country. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#5: Harvest Square Nature Preserve\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\, $50\, limited to 15 people. 111 Allyson Sadie Boulevard Harvest 35749 \n\n\n\nGo on a guided foraging walk with conference speaker Jesse Akozbek\, founder of Feral Foraging\, an organization dedicated to educating others about safely foraging for wild edibles. Jesse’s website states the purpose of his company is: To create a world with more foragers who are deeply connected with their land and inspired to defend it\, thus carving a path to reverse the loss of natural habitat. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#6: Herb & Terry Lewis’ Garden\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, check-in at their address\, limited to 25 people. 1709 Montdale Road Huntsville 35801 \n\n\n\nHerb and Terry Lewis\, honorary Master Gardeners\, have turned their backyard into a birding oasis complete with water features\, time tested feeders\, and walking paths all within a carefully curated habitat of ornamental and native plants. Together the Lewis’ have spread their love of gardening and their bird watching enthusiasm to HBG where you can stroll the Lewis Birding Trail and explore Tweetsville\, to Hudson Alpha’s Terry and Herb Lewis Demonstration Garden\, and bird blinds built for the Land Trust of North Alabama. While this is a self-guided experience the Lewis’ will be on hand to answer questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#7: Tram tour of HBG for AMGA Board of Directors\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, limited to 24 people. \n\n\n\nHuntsville Botanical Garden staff will drive the AMGA Board members through the Garden on a narrated tram tour lasting 1 hour. This will be both informative and visually special as you travel to the best of the Garden’s Naturally Delightful environment. Meet your driver in the Atrium of the Prost Guest Center. \n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to download the Pre-conference Tours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-conference Demonstrations and Workshops\n\nPre-conference Demonstrations and Workshops \n\n\n\nWednesday Workshops: \n\n\n\nWorkshop space is limited. There is a charge for workshops #1 & #2. The workshops are held at Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG)\, Murray Hall. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM-10:30 AM: *WS#1\, Hydroponics\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 35 people \n\n\n\nDiscover how to take your gardening skills to the next level with hydroponics! This hands-on workshop will introduce the fundamentals of soilless growing systems. Learn how hydroponics can be adapted for both small-scale home use and educational or community garden projects. Participants will also build and take home their own mini deep water culture hydroponic system to continue exploring at home. Whether you’re a seasoned Master Gardener or just curious about innovative growing methods\, this session will equip you with practical knowledge and inspiration to bring hydroponics to life in your own home or garden. Taught by Regional Extension Agent Brian Brown. \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: *WS#2\, Floral Arrangement\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 30 people \n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun\, flower-filled workshop of creativity! You’ll learn the essentials of floral design from home horticulture agent Lilly Oaks. Experiment with color and texture\, and build your own beautiful arrangement to bring home and enjoy. \n\n\n\n\n\n2:00 PM-2:45 PM: *WS#3\, Social Media Guidelines for MG\, Free\, 45 people \n\n\n\nHow can you get the word out to your community about what Extension Master Gardeners do\, who we are\, and how they can become involved? Social Media! This workshop will cover purpose\, tips for effective posting\, samples\, and a Q&A time. While the workshop will focus primarily on the use of Facebook\, the information can be applied to a variety of social media platforms. Taught by MGNA Member Anita Reeves. \n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday Demonstrations: \n\n\n\nDemonstrations are no-charge\, at HBG\, and are all 30 minutes in length and limited to 30 people each. Start times for each are 9:30 AM\, 10:30 AM\, 11:30 AM\, and 12:30 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #1: Vegetable Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Demonstration Vegetable Garden\, maintained by the Master Gardeners of North Alabama\, showcases various gardening styles like traditional row\, wide row\, raised bed\, and square-footgardening. It features a collection of All America Selections and heirloom vegetables suitable for the region. The garden not only produces a bounty of vegetables donated to local organizations\, but also demonstrates composting techniques\, offering valuable insights for home gardeners. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #2: Fern Glade\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Fern Glade is a serene area showcasing nearly 150 species of ferns along winding paths. This shady oasis\, located at the Nature Trail’s northern end\, features both deciduous and evergreen ferns that thrive in the region. Notable species include the Christmas Fern and the Cinnamon Fern. The glad also features a waterfall\, and\, belvedere\, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #3: Herb Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Herb Garden spans a quarter-acre and features 13 themed gardens alongside a charming herb cottage. Central to the garden is a Knot Garden\, with beds designed for accessibility. Themes range from Culinary to Fragrance\, with a special Tussie Mussie bed conveying messages through the language of flowers. Maintained by the Huntsville Herb Society\, the garden is a living showcase of herbs’ rich history and utility. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #4: Daylily Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Van Valkenburgh Daylily Garden is a display recognized by the American Hemerocallis Society. It boasts more than 700 cultivars\, offering a rich tapestry of colors\, sizes\, and forms. Each plant is labeled with its cultivar name and hybridizer\, and the collection is continually updated with new cultivars. The peak bloom season starts in late May\, reaching its zenith in mid-June\, and continues with reblooms until frost. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #5: Grubbers\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Mathews Nature Trail takes visitors through a southeastern lowland forest\, showcasing a variety of trees\, shrubs\, and herbaceous plants. It’s known for its seasonal beauty\, with spring wildflowers\, summer blooms\, and vibrant fall foliage. The trail is maintained by the “Grubbers.” \n\n\n\n\nClick here to download the Pre-conference Demonstrations and Workshops \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Schedule\n\n2026 AMGA State Conference Agenda \n\n\n\nWestin at Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\nGardening to the Moon and Back \n\n\n\nMay 6 – 8\, 2026 \n\n\n\nHuntsville\, Alabama \n\n\n\nWednesday Workshops and Demonstrations\, May 6\, 2026 \n\n\n\n9:00 AM Registration Check-in Opens at the Westin Hotel \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 6:00 PM *Free Access to Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG)\, register at Murray Hall \n\n\n\nWednesday Workshops: \n\n\n\nWorkshop space is limited. There is a charge for workshops #1 & #2. The workshops are held at Huntsville Botanical Garden\, Murray Hall \n\n\n\n9:00 AM-10:30 AM: *WS#1\, Hydroponics\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 35 people \n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: *WS#2\, Floral Arrangement\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 30 people \n\n\n\n2:00 PM-2:45 PM: *WS#3\, Social Media Guidelines for MG\, Free\, 45 people \n\n\n\nWednesday Demonstrations: \n\n\n\nDemonstrations are no-charge\, at HBG\, and are all 30 minutes in length and limited to 30 people each. Start times for each are 9:30 AM\, 10:30 AM\, 11:30 AM\, and 12:30 PM. \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #1: Vegetable Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #2: Fern Glade\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #3: Herb Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #4: Daylily Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #5: Grubbers\, check-in Murray HallWednesday Tours\, May 6\, 2026: \n\n\n\nTours are at various locations and times. Please note that some tours have a cost associated with the activity. \n\n\n\n*Tour#1: Walk HBG with Harvey Cotten\, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM\, check-in Murray Hall\, limited to 35 people. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\n*Tour#2: Hudson Alpha Greenhouse\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Hudson Alpha GH\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 601 Genome Way Huntsville\, 35806 \n\n\n\n*Tour#3: US Space & Rocket Center\, 1:00 PM-3:30 PM\, $20\, check-in at USSRC\, limited to 45 people. 1 Tranquility Base Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\n*Tour#4: Bonnie Plants\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Bonnie Plants\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 1601 South Monroe Street Athens 35611 \n\n\n\n*Tour#5: Harvest Square Nature Preserve\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\, $50\, limited to 15 people. 111 Allyson Sadie Boulevard Harvest 35749 \n\n\n\n*Tour#6: Herb & Terry Lewis’ Garden\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, check-in at their address\, limited to 25 people. 1709 Montdale Road Huntsville 35801 \n\n\n\n*Tour#7: Tram tour of HBG for AMGA Board of Directors\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, limited to 24 people. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday Program\, May 6\, 2026 \n\n\n\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Vendors and Silent Auction Open \n\n\n\n5:30 PM – 6:30 PM *Reception and Harvey Cotten Book Signing \n\n\n\n6:30 PM – 7:00 PM *Welcome and Speaker Introduction \n\n\n\n7:00 PM – 8:00 PM *Session 1: Speaker\, Harvey Cotten  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday Program\, May 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast on your own \n\n\n\n8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Vendors and Silent Auction Open \n\n\n\n8:30 AM – 9:00 AM *Welcome\, Speaker TBD \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM *Session 2: Speaker\, Edward Pate \n\n\n\n10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Break and Door Prizes \n\n\n\n10:30 AM – 11:30 AM *Session 3: Speaker\, Patrick Thompson \n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 12:30 PM *Lunch – BBQ or Vegetarian \n\n\n\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM *AMGA Business Meeting \n\n\n\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM *Session 4: Speaker\, Jessie Akozbek \n\n\n\n3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Break and Door Prizes \n\n\n\n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM *Session 5: Speaker Darryl Patton \n\n\n\n4:30 PM – 5:00 PM *Awards \n\n\n\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Vendors and Silent Auction Open \n\n\n\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM *Book Signing: Doug Tallamy \n\n\n\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM *Dinner – Italian or Vegetarian \n\n\n\n7:00 PM – 8:00 PM *Session 6: Doug Tallamy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 8\, 2026 \n\n\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast on your own \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM *Session 7: Cindy Upton \n\n\n\n10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Closing Remarks\, Adjournment \n\n\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 N Pay and Pickup Silent Auction Item \n\n\n\nClick here to download the Conference Schedule \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Brochure\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to download the Trifold Brochure \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\nClick here to register online \n\n\n\nClick here to download the Registration Form \n\n\nState2025FormAnnualConferenceRegistrationDec\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking\n\n\nSpecial Group Rate:\n\n\n\nThe Marriot Westin Huntsville Hotel offers a special group rate of $179.00 USD per night. The last day to book the special group rate is Monday\, April 20\, 2026. \n\n\n\nClick the link below to book your room now! There’s no special code; it’s a direct link to our group rate. \n\n\n\nBook Your Group Rate for the Alabama Master Gardeners Association State Conference 2026 Here \n\n\n\n\n\nOther suggestions for local hotels in proximity to the event:\n\n\n\n\nSonesta Simply Suites\, Huntsville Research Park \n\n\n\n0.58 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n201 Exchange Place\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nSleep Inn & Suites\, Huntsville \n\n\n\n1.78 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n4727 University Drive\, Huntsville\, AL  35816 \n\n\n\n\n\nSurestay by Best Western\, Huntsville \n\n\n\n2.3 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n4404 University Drive NW\, Huntsville\, AL  35816 \n\n\n\n\n\nDrury Inn & Suites \n\n\n\n1.5 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n93 Wynn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\nHuntsville Marriott Space & Rocket Center \n\n\n\n2.6 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n5 Tranquility Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Inn Express \n\n\n\n2.9 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n5101 Governors House Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Inn Research Park \n\n\n\n1.6 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n5903 University Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nHampton Inn & Suites Huntsville Research Park Area \n\n\n\n0.7 Miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n7010 Cabela Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nHyatt Place Huntsville Research Park \n\n\n\n0.2 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n6860 Governor’s West\, NW\, Huntsville\, AL 35806-3202 \n\n\n\n\n\nClarion Pointe Huntsville Research Park \n\n\n\n1.7 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n4815 University Drive\, NQ\, Huntsville\, AL 35816-1801 \n\n\n\n\n\nHome2Suites by Hilton \n\n\n\n0.6 miles to Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n7010 Cabela Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nMotel 6 \n\n\n\n5.7 miles to Bridge Street Centre \n\n\n\n3141 University Drive Northwest\, Huntsville\, AL 35816 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRefund/Cancellation Policy\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy\n\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: Any 2026 Conference Registration Cancellation must be made\, in writing\, no later than April 15\, 2026. 50% of the Registration fee will be eligible for refund. No refund will be provided for T-shirts\, workshops or excursions. No refund will be provided for ConferenceAttendee Cancellations once the stated date has lapsed. Written request should be sent electronically to Norris Johnston at h2odocnnj@gmail.com and copied to Susan Steele at ssteele1954@yahoo.com. \n\n\n\nRefund Disbursement:\n\n\n\n– If your cancellation request is approved\, your refund\, in the form of a check\, will be sent to you by the state AMGA treasurer. \n\n\n\n– We are unable to refund your credit card directly \n\n\n\nClick here to download the Cancellation/Refund Policy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizers\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Venue
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Deadline: Project Funding Applications due January 31
DESCRIPTION:The Project Funding Program Mission\n\n\n\nTo stimulate the love for and increase the knowledge of things horticulture\, and to share voluntarily and enthusiastically with others. \n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Overview\n\n\n\n1. The AMGA allocates monies each year to help support a variety of horticultural projects in the State of Alabama. The number of requests that will be funded depends on the amount of money available each year. Grants will be awarded up to $2\,000.00 per association receiving funds. \n\n\n\n2. Any association requesting funding for their project must complete a written application and provide detailed information regarding the project. If selected for funding\, recipients must sign an agreement with the AMGA stating that the grant recipient will present a Project Status Report to the AMGA Board of Directors or AMGA membership\, and/or provide an article for the State Newsletter\, Pathways. The recipient of AMGA funding must agree to provide financial accountability. All receipts for money spent are to be sent with the Project Status Report to amgaprojectfunding@gmail.com no later than 1 year from date funding is received or before if project completed before 1 year\, including receipts for all electronics and accessories. Recipients shall provide any other requested information and be open to visits by the AMGA Board of Directors and/or its representatives. \n\n\n\n3. The purpose of the project should be educational and should promote and involve the community in gardening. Funds must be utilized for capital (materials/supplies) only. Funding request should not include decorative items such as birdbaths\, statuary\, fountains\, etc. \n\n\n\n4. The project should utilize as many Master Gardeners as possible. \n\n\n\n5. The project should have realistic goals and objectives and the funds granted should make a significant contribution to the project. \n\n\n\n6. The project should make a difference\, even in a small way\, to the community it serves. \n\n\n\n7. The project\, once completed\, should have a regular maintenance schedule to ensure its continued operation\, where appropriate\, \n\n\n\n8. Project funding recipients shall provide a written report on the project to the Project Funding Committee Chair upon completion of the project. \n\n\n\n\n\nCriteria for Evaluation of Proposed Projects\n\n\n\n1. The applicant must be an Alabama Certified Master Gardener and the project must be in the State of Alabama. \n\n\n\n2. Priority will be given to those projects that most clearly meet the mission of AMGA and Master Gardeners\, in general. \n\n\n\n3. Master Gardeners must be directly involved in the project and should be the main force in the initiation and implementation. \n\n\n\n4. The project should be nonprofit and/or charitable in nature. \n\n\n\n5. The project must have the potential to benefit a significant number of citizens.  \n\n\n\n6. The project should have an on-going value and reflect creativity and uniqueness. \n\n\n\n7. The project will be evaluated based on the information submitted. No further contact will be made by the Project Funding Committee to obtain more information. \n\n\n\n8. An applicant may submit only one application per organization. An applicant may receive funding for only one approved project within a two-year period. \n\n\n\n9. Award checks must be presented to a member of the winning association at the AMGA Annual Conference unless prior arrangements have been made with the Project Funding Chairperson. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of the award money. \n\n\n\n\n\nDEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS JANUARY 31ST of the year in which you are applying.  \n\n\n\nAll applications are to be sent to amgaprojectfunding@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Instructions and Forms\n\n\n\nInstructions \n\n\n\nApplication Form \n\n\n\nPresident’s Letter \n\n\n\nAgreement and Status Report
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/9056/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,State
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SUMMARY:CEU Opportunities: Eco-Friendly Fridays Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Alabama Extension and Alabama A&M \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecond Friday of Each Month\, \n\n\n\n11:00 – 11:45 a.m. CT \n\n\n\nThis 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\, or a homeowner\, join us to discover how you can live more sustainably and protect Alabama’s precious resources. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. \n\n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 13: Your Phone\, E-waste\, and the Climate: The hidden system accelerating planetary change\n\n\n\nMARCH 13: Hedgerows and Bioswales\n\n\n\nAPRIL 10: Ten Tough Urban Trees\n\n\n\nMAY 8: Edible Native Plants\n\n\n\nJUNE 12: Alabama Invasive Plants Project\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistrationFree to attend. Registration is required. Register with the QR Code or the link below. \n\n\n\nwww.aces.edu/go/1603 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/ceu-opportunities-eco-friendly-fridays-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,CEU Opportunities
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SUMMARY:CEU Opportunities: Urban Green/ Back 2 Basics
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture Team \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture team to explore a variety of topics\, including the basics of urban agriculture\, limited space gardening\, and many other home horticulture topics! Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nFirst and Third Wednesdays of Each Month\,  \n\n\n\n10:00 – 11:00 AM CT \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFEB 18 – Biochar in the Garden\n\n\n\nMAR 4 – Tips on Getting the Best Experience with Mail Order Plants\n\n\n\nMAR 18 – Wildflowers in Alabama\n\n\n\nAPR 1 – Improving Your Landscape Curb Appeal for Homeowners\n\n\n\nAPR 15 – Houseplants for Homeowners\n\n\n\nMAY 6 – Propagating Perennials for Your Landscape\n\n\n\nMAY 20 – Vegetable Garden Pests\n\n\n\n\nRegistrationFree to attend. Registration is required.Register with the QR Code or the following link:www.aces.edu/go/B2B \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/ceu-opportunities-urban-green-back-2-basics/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,CEU Opportunities
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SUMMARY:The AMGA Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The AMGA Advisory Council will hold a meeting on April 21\, 2026 at the Clanton Recreation Center\, 305 1st Street North\, Clanton\, Alabama at 10 am. Everyone is welcome to attend. \n\n\n\nOur Hospitality Chair\, David Daniel\, has suggested a theme of “Earth Day.” If you would like to bring a food item related to that theme\, please do.
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/the-amga-advisory-council-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Clanton Recreation Center\, 305 1st Street North\, Clanton\, Alabama\, 35045
CATEGORIES:Advisory Council,AMGA,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T130000
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UID:9782-1777294800-1777298400@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:EMG Monthly Update Webinar: April 27
DESCRIPTION:Stay on top of everything Master Gardener related with the Extension Master Gardeners Monthly Update Webinar\, held the last Monday of the months February through April and June through November from 1-2 pm on Zoom.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nYou must register to attend. Registration is free. Register using the link below or the QR code. \n\n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDates and Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApr 27 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nJune 29 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nJul 27 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nAug 31 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nSept 28 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nOct 26 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nNov 30 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/emg-monthly-update-webinar-april-27/
CATEGORIES:EMG Monthly Update Webinar
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UID:9923-1777971600-1777993200@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:Azalea 101 Workshop May 5
DESCRIPTION:Ready to level up your garden? Join us for Azalea 101 at the beautiful Huntsville Botanical Gardens! Hosted by the Azalea Society of America and Alabama Extension\, this workshop is a deep dive into everything from propagation and supporting local pollinators. \n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to feature Buddy Lee along with other guest speakers for a full day of learning; plus\, you can shop the Azalea Plant Sale immediately following the workshop to bring some of that inspiration home! \n\n\n\nPresentations include evergreen azaleas\, native azaleas\, pollinators in the azalea garden\, and propagating azaleas. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. Simply scan the QR code on the flyer to grab your spot or click the link below. \n\n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact the Madison County Extension Office if you have any questions.  \n\n\n\n1(256)532-1578
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/azalea-101-workshop-may-5/
LOCATION:Huntsville Botanical Gardens\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEU Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Registration Closed/ 2026 AMGA Annual State Conference
DESCRIPTION:Gardening to the Moon and Back\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Alabama Master Gardeners Association’s 2026 Annual State Conference will be held Wednesday\, May 6 through Friday\, May 8 in Huntsville. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Closed \n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\nDoug Tallemy \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker Thursday Evening \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDoug Tallamy is the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware\, where he authored 114 research publications and has taught insect related courses for 45 years.  \n\n\n\nChief among his research goals is to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities.  \n\n\n\nHis books include Bringing Nature Home\, The Living Landscape\, co-authored with Rich Darke\, Nature’s Best Hope\, a New York Times Best Seller\, The Nature of Oaks\, winner of the American Horticultural Society’s 2022 book award. \n\n\n\nIn 2021\, he cofounded Homegrown Natural Park with Michelle Alfandari. \n\n\n\nHis awards include recognition from The Garden Writer’s Association\, Audubon\, The National Wildlife Federation\, Allegheny College\, Ecoforesters\, The Garden Club of America\, The Herb Society\, and The American Horticultural Association. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarvey Cotten \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker Wednesday Evening \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarvey Cotten is a garden writer\, designer\, and consultant. After 22 years with the Huntsville Botanical Garden\, most recently as vice president and chief horticulturist\, he retired in 2014. He continues to present workshops for the Botanical Garden\, Master Gardener Associations\, Garden Clubs\, and other botanical gardens and arboreta while lecturing across the southeast on various garden topics. \n\n\n\nHarvey is very active in the industry. He currently serves as president of the Alabama Nurserymen’s Association and is past president of the Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) and the Alabama Invasive Plant Council. Harvey co-authored the popular book Easy Gardens for the South published in 2009. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Ornamental Horticulture from Mississippi State University. Prior to joining the Huntsville Botanical Garden staff\, he was general manager of Monmouth Plantation in Natchez\, MS\, and co-owner of Chase Nursery Co in Huntsville. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEdward Pate \n\n\n\nFacebook\n\n\n\n\n\n“Everything grows better with love” Edward Pate\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter retiring from public education where he taught writing and literature to Grade 6 through law school seniors\, Dr. Edward Pate became an Alabama Master Gardener. Since 2022\, through the Master Gardener program\, Pate\, known as “Garden Man” to students\, has applied his love for learning\, people\, and nature to the development of school gardens at Conecuh County Junior High School and Repton Junior High School in partnership with the Conecuh County Extension Service. \n\n\n\nThrough regular Garden Days in the gardens\, students (PreK to 6th Grade) learn diverse lessons about growing plants\, beneficial and harmful insects\, nutrition\, and effects of weather\, among others. Through the Grow More Give More program\, students also help their communities by donating fresh produce from the gardens to those in need- Donations now total almost 400 pounds! \n\n\n\nThe main ingredient of a successful garden? Says Pate\, “Everything grows better with love”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatrick Thompson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatrick Thompson grew up in Shades Mountain near Birmingham\, Alabama. He graduated with a Masters of Science degree from the Auburn University Department of Horticulture in 2018. He has been employed by the Auburn Department of Biological Sciences’ Davis Arboretum since the year 2000. \n\n\n\nPatrick has curated the Arboretum’s oak collection and deciduous azalea collection since 2008\, and both are now certified by the Association of the Public Gardens of America’s Plant Collection Network.  \n\n\n\nHe is an honorary Lee County Master Gardener\, a climbing arborist\, and the coordinator of Alabama Plant Conservation Alliance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse Akozbek \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook\n\nInstagram\n\nYouTube\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse is a forager\, and he wants you to be one too! He has taught thousands of students how to bring wild food into their lives through in-person foraging walks and online videos on his page\, Feral Foraging\, and his app\, Gather: The Foraging App. \n\n\n\nObsessed with developing and refining better methods for gathering and processing wild food\, Jesse is always looking for ways to make foraging easier and more accessible for everyone. \n\n\n\nHe helps students build a strong foundation for their foraging journey—emphasizing core skills and guiding them to put it all together\, brick by brick. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDarryl Patton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Patton has been hunting\, gathering and working with medicinal plants for the past twenty-five years on Lookout Mountain in the Southern Appalachians. He is a Master Herbalist and brings many years of experience to the field of alternative medicine. \n\n\n\nDarryl is the author of\, Mountain Medicine\, The Herbal Remedies of Tommie Bass\, published by Natural Reader Press and has appeared on Alabama Public Television and the Comedy Channel. Darryl has also been featured in many newspaper and magazine articles relating to the uses of medicinal plants and is in demand nationally as a speaker on alternative medicine. \n\n\n\nDarryl operates a wilderness survival training school in the mountains of North Alabama where he teaches a wide range of subjects including medicinal plant walks and one-on-one apprenticeships for those seeking to further their knowledge in the world of herbs and alternative medicine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCindy Upton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCindy Upton was born in Decatur\, AL. where she still lives\, and has been an Alabama Master Gardener since 2001. She loves reading gardening books like some people read novels.  \n\n\n\nCindy’s relatives were mostly farmers on Sand Mountain\, and growing up with garden chores made her hate everything about it! It wasn’t until much later when she got her own house and planted her first thing: a hydrangea shrub\, that she realized she loves gardening after all! She barely dug a hole big enough to cram it in\, and her Dad discovered her poor attempt and showed her the right way-while laughing at her! She still has that hydrangea but not her Dad…except that she can go visit that sweet memory anytime she feels like it by looking at that shrub.  \n\n\n\nPlants and gardens have such a wonderful place in our lives\, and she was just hooked after her hydrangea experience. She guesses that gardening was in her blood after all.  \n\n\n\nCindy has worked for NASA for 36 years\, and loves it. She manages the National Space Science & Technology Center\, where fascinating research is done in many areas of earth and space science \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-conference Tours\n\n\nPre-conference Tour Descriptions \n\n\n\nWednesday Tours\, May 6\, 2026: \n\n\n\nTours are at various locations and times. Please note that some tours have a cost associated with the activity. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#1: Walk Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) with Harvey Cotten\, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM\, check-in Murray Hall\, limited to 35 people. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\nMeet Harvey at the Cherry Circle\, a short walk from the Propst Guest Center\, for an informative and historical walk through the Gardens. Mr. Cotten was the Chief Horticulturist at the Garden from its inception and was featured in the Huntsville Times’ Living section called Dear Harvey\, where he answered gardening questions weekly\, for many years. He also had a weekly TV spot full of gardening tips and pertinent information. Come with questions\, because he’s sure to have an answer! \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#2: Hudson Alpha Greenhouse\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Hudson Alpha GH\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 601 Genome Way Huntsville\, 35806 \n\n\n\nGet a behind the scenes guided tour of Hudson Alpha Institute for Biotechnology’s 14\,000- square-foot glass greenhouse. The highly sophisticated facility is equipped with two lab spaces\, seven grow rooms with fifteen-foot ceilings\, and several technologically advanced features rarely found in other greenhouses. The facility will help researchers in the Hudson Alpha Center for Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture (Plant Center) advance their mission to use genomics to help sustainably feed and fuel our planet. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#3: US Space & Rocket Center\, 1:00 PM-3:30 PM\, $20\, check-in at USSRC\, limited to 45 people. 1 Tranquility Base Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\nTake a self-guided tour of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville\, Alabama\, a museum operated by the state of Alabama\, showcasing rockets\, achievements\, and artifacts of the U.S. space program. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#4: Bonnie Plants\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Bonnie Plants\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 1601 South Monroe Street Athens 35611 \n\n\n\nTake a guided tour of the Bonnie Plant Farm greenhouse range in Athens\, Alabama\, a short drive from Huntsville. Today\, Bonnie Plants are available in all 50 states (plus Canada) and come in nearly 300 varieties (including Organics!)\, many of which have been test-grown in their own garden in Union Springs\, Alabama. Bonnie Plants don’t travel far to make it to you\, either\, as they now have over 70 growing stations across the country. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#5: Harvest Square Nature Preserve\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\, $50\, limited to 15 people. 111 Allyson Sadie Boulevard Harvest 35749 \n\n\n\nGo on a guided foraging walk with conference speaker Jesse Akozbek\, founder of Feral Foraging\, an organization dedicated to educating others about safely foraging for wild edibles. Jesse’s website states the purpose of his company is: To create a world with more foragers who are deeply connected with their land and inspired to defend it\, thus carving a path to reverse the loss of natural habitat. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#6: Herb & Terry Lewis’ Garden\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, check-in at their address\, limited to 25 people. 1709 Montdale Road Huntsville 35801 \n\n\n\nHerb and Terry Lewis\, honorary Master Gardeners\, have turned their backyard into a birding oasis complete with water features\, time tested feeders\, and walking paths all within a carefully curated habitat of ornamental and native plants. Together the Lewis’ have spread their love of gardening and their bird watching enthusiasm to HBG where you can stroll the Lewis Birding Trail and explore Tweetsville\, to Hudson Alpha’s Terry and Herb Lewis Demonstration Garden\, and bird blinds built for the Land Trust of North Alabama. While this is a self-guided experience the Lewis’ will be on hand to answer questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Tour#7: Tram tour of HBG for AMGA Board of Directors\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, limited to 24 people. \n\n\n\nHuntsville Botanical Garden staff will drive the AMGA Board members through the Garden on a narrated tram tour lasting 1 hour. This will be both informative and visually special as you travel to the best of the Garden’s Naturally Delightful environment. Meet your driver in the Atrium of the Prost Guest Center. \n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to download the Pre-conference Tours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-conference Demonstrations and Workshops\n\nPre-conference Demonstrations and Workshops \n\n\n\nWednesday Workshops: \n\n\n\nWorkshop space is limited. There is a charge for workshops #1 & #2. The workshops are held at Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG)\, Murray Hall. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM-10:30 AM: *WS#1\, Hydroponics\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 35 people \n\n\n\nDiscover how to take your gardening skills to the next level with hydroponics! This hands-on workshop will introduce the fundamentals of soilless growing systems. Learn how hydroponics can be adapted for both small-scale home use and educational or community garden projects. Participants will also build and take home their own mini deep water culture hydroponic system to continue exploring at home. Whether you’re a seasoned Master Gardener or just curious about innovative growing methods\, this session will equip you with practical knowledge and inspiration to bring hydroponics to life in your own home or garden. Taught by Regional Extension Agent Brian Brown. \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: *WS#2\, Floral Arrangement\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 30 people \n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun\, flower-filled workshop of creativity! You’ll learn the essentials of floral design from home horticulture agent Lilly Oaks. Experiment with color and texture\, and build your own beautiful arrangement to bring home and enjoy. \n\n\n\n\n\n2:00 PM-2:45 PM: *WS#3\, Social Media Guidelines for MG\, Free\, 45 people \n\n\n\nHow can you get the word out to your community about what Extension Master Gardeners do\, who we are\, and how they can become involved? Social Media! This workshop will cover purpose\, tips for effective posting\, samples\, and a Q&A time. While the workshop will focus primarily on the use of Facebook\, the information can be applied to a variety of social media platforms. Taught by MGNA Member Anita Reeves. \n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday Demonstrations: \n\n\n\nDemonstrations are no-charge\, at HBG\, and are all 30 minutes in length and limited to 30 people each. Start times for each are 9:30 AM\, 10:30 AM\, 11:30 AM\, and 12:30 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #1: Vegetable Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Demonstration Vegetable Garden\, maintained by the Master Gardeners of North Alabama\, showcases various gardening styles like traditional row\, wide row\, raised bed\, and square-footgardening. It features a collection of All America Selections and heirloom vegetables suitable for the region. The garden not only produces a bounty of vegetables donated to local organizations\, but also demonstrates composting techniques\, offering valuable insights for home gardeners. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #2: Fern Glade\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Fern Glade is a serene area showcasing nearly 150 species of ferns along winding paths. This shady oasis\, located at the Nature Trail’s northern end\, features both deciduous and evergreen ferns that thrive in the region. Notable species include the Christmas Fern and the Cinnamon Fern. The glad also features a waterfall\, and\, belvedere\, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #3: Herb Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Herb Garden spans a quarter-acre and features 13 themed gardens alongside a charming herb cottage. Central to the garden is a Knot Garden\, with beds designed for accessibility. Themes range from Culinary to Fragrance\, with a special Tussie Mussie bed conveying messages through the language of flowers. Maintained by the Huntsville Herb Society\, the garden is a living showcase of herbs’ rich history and utility. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #4: Daylily Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Van Valkenburgh Daylily Garden is a display recognized by the American Hemerocallis Society. It boasts more than 700 cultivars\, offering a rich tapestry of colors\, sizes\, and forms. Each plant is labeled with its cultivar name and hybridizer\, and the collection is continually updated with new cultivars. The peak bloom season starts in late May\, reaching its zenith in mid-June\, and continues with reblooms until frost. \n\n\n\n\n\n*Demonstration #5: Grubbers\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\nThe Mathews Nature Trail takes visitors through a southeastern lowland forest\, showcasing a variety of trees\, shrubs\, and herbaceous plants. It’s known for its seasonal beauty\, with spring wildflowers\, summer blooms\, and vibrant fall foliage. The trail is maintained by the “Grubbers.” \n\n\n\n\nClick here to download the Pre-conference Demonstrations and Workshops \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Schedule\n\n2026 AMGA State Conference Agenda \n\n\n\nWestin at Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\nGardening to the Moon and Back \n\n\n\nMay 6 – 8\, 2026 \n\n\n\nHuntsville\, Alabama \n\n\n\nWednesday Workshops and Demonstrations\, May 6\, 2026 \n\n\n\n9:00 AM Registration Check-in Opens at the Westin Hotel \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 6:00 PM *Free Access to Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG)\, register at Murray Hall \n\n\n\nWednesday Workshops: \n\n\n\nWorkshop space is limited. There is a charge for workshops #1 & #2. The workshops are held at Huntsville Botanical Garden\, Murray Hall \n\n\n\n9:00 AM-10:30 AM: *WS#1\, Hydroponics\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 35 people \n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: *WS#2\, Floral Arrangement\, Murray Hall\, $35\, 30 people \n\n\n\n2:00 PM-2:45 PM: *WS#3\, Social Media Guidelines for MG\, Free\, 45 people \n\n\n\nWednesday Demonstrations: \n\n\n\nDemonstrations are no-charge\, at HBG\, and are all 30 minutes in length and limited to 30 people each. Start times for each are 9:30 AM\, 10:30 AM\, 11:30 AM\, and 12:30 PM. \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #1: Vegetable Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #2: Fern Glade\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #3: Herb Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #4: Daylily Garden\, check-in Murray Hall \n\n\n\n*Demonstration #5: Grubbers\, check-in Murray HallWednesday Tours\, May 6\, 2026: \n\n\n\nTours are at various locations and times. Please note that some tours have a cost associated with the activity. \n\n\n\n*Tour#1: Walk HBG with Harvey Cotten\, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM\, check-in Murray Hall\, limited to 35 people. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\n*Tour#2: Hudson Alpha Greenhouse\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Hudson Alpha GH\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 601 Genome Way Huntsville\, 35806 \n\n\n\n*Tour#3: US Space & Rocket Center\, 1:00 PM-3:30 PM\, $20\, check-in at USSRC\, limited to 45 people. 1 Tranquility Base Huntsville\, 35805 \n\n\n\n*Tour#4: Bonnie Plants\, 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM\, check-in at Bonnie Plants\, limited to 25 people for each tour session. 1601 South Monroe Street Athens 35611 \n\n\n\n*Tour#5: Harvest Square Nature Preserve\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\, $50\, limited to 15 people. 111 Allyson Sadie Boulevard Harvest 35749 \n\n\n\n*Tour#6: Herb & Terry Lewis’ Garden\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, check-in at their address\, limited to 25 people. 1709 Montdale Road Huntsville 35801 \n\n\n\n*Tour#7: Tram tour of HBG for AMGA Board of Directors\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, limited to 24 people. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday Program\, May 6\, 2026 \n\n\n\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Vendors and Silent Auction Open \n\n\n\n5:30 PM – 6:30 PM *Reception and Harvey Cotten Book Signing \n\n\n\n6:30 PM – 7:00 PM *Welcome and Speaker Introduction \n\n\n\n7:00 PM – 8:00 PM *Session 1: Speaker\, Harvey Cotten  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday Program\, May 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast on your own \n\n\n\n8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Vendors and Silent Auction Open \n\n\n\n8:30 AM – 9:00 AM *Welcome\, Speaker TBD \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM *Session 2: Speaker\, Edward Pate \n\n\n\n10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Break and Door Prizes \n\n\n\n10:30 AM – 11:30 AM *Session 3: Speaker\, Patrick Thompson \n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 12:30 PM *Lunch – BBQ or Vegetarian \n\n\n\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM *AMGA Business Meeting \n\n\n\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM *Session 4: Speaker\, Jessie Akozbek \n\n\n\n3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Break and Door Prizes \n\n\n\n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM *Session 5: Speaker Darryl Patton \n\n\n\n4:30 PM – 5:00 PM *Awards \n\n\n\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Vendors and Silent Auction Open \n\n\n\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM *Book Signing: Doug Tallamy \n\n\n\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM *Dinner – Italian or Vegetarian \n\n\n\n7:00 PM – 8:00 PM *Session 6: Doug Tallamy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 8\, 2026 \n\n\n\n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast on your own \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM *Session 7: Cindy Upton \n\n\n\n10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Closing Remarks\, Adjournment \n\n\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 N Pay and Pickup Silent Auction Item \n\n\n\nClick here to download the Conference Schedule \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Brochure\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to download the Trifold Brochure \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\nClick here to register online \n\n\n\nClick here to download the Registration Form \n\n\nState2025FormAnnualConferenceRegistrationDec\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking\n\n\nSpecial Group Rate:\n\n\n\nThe Marriot Westin Huntsville Hotel offers a special group rate of $179.00 USD per night. The last day to book the special group rate is Monday\, April 20\, 2026. \n\n\n\nClick the link below to book your room now! There’s no special code; it’s a direct link to our group rate. \n\n\n\nBook Your Group Rate for the Alabama Master Gardeners Association State Conference 2026 Here \n\n\n\n\n\nOther suggestions for local hotels in proximity to the event:\n\n\n\n\nSonesta Simply Suites\, Huntsville Research Park \n\n\n\n0.58 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n201 Exchange Place\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nSleep Inn & Suites\, Huntsville \n\n\n\n1.78 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n4727 University Drive\, Huntsville\, AL  35816 \n\n\n\n\n\nSurestay by Best Western\, Huntsville \n\n\n\n2.3 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n4404 University Drive NW\, Huntsville\, AL  35816 \n\n\n\n\n\nDrury Inn & Suites \n\n\n\n1.5 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n93 Wynn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\nHuntsville Marriott Space & Rocket Center \n\n\n\n2.6 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n5 Tranquility Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Inn Express \n\n\n\n2.9 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n5101 Governors House Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Inn Research Park \n\n\n\n1.6 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n5903 University Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nHampton Inn & Suites Huntsville Research Park Area \n\n\n\n0.7 Miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n7010 Cabela Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nHyatt Place Huntsville Research Park \n\n\n\n0.2 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n6860 Governor’s West\, NW\, Huntsville\, AL 35806-3202 \n\n\n\n\n\nClarion Pointe Huntsville Research Park \n\n\n\n1.7 miles from Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n4815 University Drive\, NQ\, Huntsville\, AL 35816-1801 \n\n\n\n\n\nHome2Suites by Hilton \n\n\n\n0.6 miles to Bridge Street Town Centre \n\n\n\n7010 Cabela Drive\, Huntsville\, AL 35806 \n\n\n\n\n\nMotel 6 \n\n\n\n5.7 miles to Bridge Street Centre \n\n\n\n3141 University Drive Northwest\, Huntsville\, AL 35816 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRefund/Cancellation Policy\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy\n\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: Any 2026 Conference Registration Cancellation must be made\, in writing\, no later than April 15\, 2026. 50% of the Registration fee will be eligible for refund. No refund will be provided for T-shirts\, workshops or excursions. No refund will be provided for ConferenceAttendee Cancellations once the stated date has lapsed. Written request should be sent electronically to Norris Johnston at h2odocnnj@gmail.com and copied to Susan Steele at ssteele1954@yahoo.com. \n\n\n\nRefund Disbursement:\n\n\n\n– If your cancellation request is approved\, your refund\, in the form of a check\, will be sent to you by the state AMGA treasurer. \n\n\n\n– We are unable to refund your credit card directly \n\n\n\nClick here to download the Cancellation/Refund Policy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizers\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Venue
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/2026-amga-annual-state-conference/
CATEGORIES:conference
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SUMMARY:CEU Opportunities: Urban Green/ Back 2 Basics
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture Team \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture team to explore a variety of topics\, including the basics of urban agriculture\, limited space gardening\, and many other home horticulture topics! Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nFirst and Third Wednesdays of Each Month\,  \n\n\n\n10:00 – 11:00 AM CT \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFEB 18 – Biochar in the Garden\n\n\n\nMAR 4 – Tips on Getting the Best Experience with Mail Order Plants\n\n\n\nMAR 18 – Wildflowers in Alabama\n\n\n\nAPR 1 – Improving Your Landscape Curb Appeal for Homeowners\n\n\n\nAPR 15 – Houseplants for Homeowners\n\n\n\nMAY 6 – Propagating Perennials for Your Landscape\n\n\n\nMAY 20 – Vegetable Garden Pests\n\n\n\n\nRegistrationFree to attend. Registration is required.Register with the QR Code or the following link:www.aces.edu/go/B2B \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/ceu-opportunities-urban-green-back-2-basics-2/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,CEU Opportunities
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T114500
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
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UID:9719-1778238000-1778240700@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:CEU Opportunities: Eco-Friendly Fridays Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Alabama Extension and Alabama A&M \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecond Friday of Each Month\, \n\n\n\n11:00 – 11:45 a.m. CT \n\n\n\nThis 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\, or a homeowner\, join us to discover how you can live more sustainably and protect Alabama’s precious resources. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. \n\n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 13: Your Phone\, E-waste\, and the Climate: The hidden system accelerating planetary change\n\n\n\nMARCH 13: Hedgerows and Bioswales\n\n\n\nAPRIL 10: Ten Tough Urban Trees\n\n\n\nMAY 8: Edible Native Plants\n\n\n\nJUNE 12: Alabama Invasive Plants Project\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistrationFree to attend. Registration is required. Register with the QR Code or the link below. \n\n\n\nwww.aces.edu/go/1603 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/ceu-opportunities-eco-friendly-fridays-webinar-series-2/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,CEU Opportunities
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T040000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
CREATED:20260403T030517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T031242Z
UID:9601-1778835600-1778990400@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Master Gardeners 2026 Tour of Gardens!
DESCRIPTION:Mobile2026FlyerAnnualGardenToursApr\n\n\nThe Mobile County Master Gardeners are excited to invite you to their 2026 Tour of Gardens! Rain or shine\, tours will be held: \n\n\n\n\nMay 15\, 9am-4pm \n\n\n\nMay 16\, 9am-4pm \n\n\n\nMay 17\, noon-4pm \n\n\n\n\nExplore one or all of our eight outstanding gardens\, clustered in three different areas: \n\n\n\n\nDowntown/Midtown \n\n\n\nSpringhill/West Mobile \n\n\n\nSouth Mobile County \n\n\n\n\nTickets are $20 per person. Online ticket sales begin March 1. Tickets may also be purchased at any garden during the event. \n\n\n\nAs most gardens are private homes\, we cannot guarantee that all locations are handicapped accessible. Pets\, strollers\, and smoking will not be allowed. \n\n\n\nVisit the Tour Website
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/mobile-master-gardeners-2026-tour-of-gardens/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
CREATED:20260408T004406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T004407Z
UID:9704-1779271200-1779274800@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:CEU Opportunities: Urban Green/ Back 2 Basics
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture Team \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture team to explore a variety of topics\, including the basics of urban agriculture\, limited space gardening\, and many other home horticulture topics! Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nFirst and Third Wednesdays of Each Month\,  \n\n\n\n10:00 – 11:00 AM CT \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFEB 18 – Biochar in the Garden\n\n\n\nMAR 4 – Tips on Getting the Best Experience with Mail Order Plants\n\n\n\nMAR 18 – Wildflowers in Alabama\n\n\n\nAPR 1 – Improving Your Landscape Curb Appeal for Homeowners\n\n\n\nAPR 15 – Houseplants for Homeowners\n\n\n\nMAY 6 – Propagating Perennials for Your Landscape\n\n\n\nMAY 20 – Vegetable Garden Pests\n\n\n\n\nRegistrationFree to attend. Registration is required.Register with the QR Code or the following link:www.aces.edu/go/B2B \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/ceu-opportunities-urban-green-back-2-basics-3/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,CEU Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
CREATED:20260425T132347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T132347Z
UID:10003-1779696000-1779728400@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with 250 lbs of Grow More Give More: Our Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge\n\n\n\nLet’s celebrate America 250 with the Grow More Give More 250lb challenge. Our goal is for Master Gardeners in every county to grow and contribute donations of fresh food for everyone\, volunteers and non-volunteers alike! We want to contribute 250lb! \n\n\n\nThe donation count begins on Memorial Day\, May 25\, through Labor Day\, Sept 7\, 2026.  \n\n\n\nHow to Participate\n\n\n\nFrom May 25 to Sept 7\, record your donations in both the Master Gardeners Service Report\, and The Grow More Give More Webpage. \n\n\n\nLearn More at Alabama Extension \n\n\n\nFrom Bethany O’Rear\, Ext Agent
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/celebrate-americas-250th-anniversary-with-250-lbs-of-grow-more-give-more-our-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,Grow More Give More
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T114500
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
CREATED:20260408T153758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T153759Z
UID:9721-1781262000-1781264700@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:CEU Opportunities: Eco-Friendly Fridays Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Alabama Extension and Alabama A&M \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecond Friday of Each Month\, \n\n\n\n11:00 – 11:45 a.m. CT \n\n\n\nThis 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\, or a homeowner\, join us to discover how you can live more sustainably and protect Alabama’s precious resources. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. \n\n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 13: Your Phone\, E-waste\, and the Climate: The hidden system accelerating planetary change\n\n\n\nMARCH 13: Hedgerows and Bioswales\n\n\n\nAPRIL 10: Ten Tough Urban Trees\n\n\n\nMAY 8: Edible Native Plants\n\n\n\nJUNE 12: Alabama Invasive Plants Project\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistrationFree to attend. Registration is required. Register with the QR Code or the link below. \n\n\n\nwww.aces.edu/go/1603 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact:Allyson Shabelams0137@aces.edu
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/ceu-opportunities-eco-friendly-fridays-webinar-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Alabama Extension,CEU Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
CREATED:20260427T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T195402Z
UID:9789-1782738000-1782741600@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:EMG Monthly Update Webinar: June 29
DESCRIPTION:Stay on top of everything Master Gardener related with the Extension Master Gardeners Monthly Update Webinar\, held the last Monday of the months February through April and June through November from 1-2 pm on Zoom.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nYou must register to attend. Registration is free. Register using the link below or the QR code. \n\n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDates and Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApr 27 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nJune 29 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nJul 27 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nAug 31 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nOct 26 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\nNov 30 @ 1-2 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/emg-monthly-update-webinar-june-29/
CATEGORIES:EMG Monthly Update Webinar
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DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T221135Z
UID:9573-1790843400-1790866800@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:Blount County Master Gardeners Fall Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Happiness is in the Garden!\n\n\n\nThe Blount County Master Gardeners will hold their annual Fall Conference on October 1\, 2026 at the Blount County Multipurpose Center in Cleveland\, Alabama. \n\n\nState2026FlyerFallConBlountMar\n\n\nClick Here to Download and Print the Registration Form
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/blount-county-master-gardeners-fall-conference-2026/
LOCATION:The Blount County Multipurpose Center\, 6700 County Road 1\, Cleveland\, 35049\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T032717Z
UID:9639-1791417600-1791590399@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:AMGA Fall Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 8th from 2:00-3:00 pm at the Auburn University Raptor Center to meet some game day superstars! \n\n\n\nOur main event is October 9th. You’ll get a sneak peek at new Transformation Garden projects like the Children’s Garden and Vineyards- plus a chance to win exciting prizes! \n\n\n\nRegistration opens August 1.
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/amga-fall-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Fall Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185109
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160918Z
UID:9471-1807084800-1807290000@alabamamga.org
SUMMARY:2027 Annual State Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the 2027 Annual State Conference at Rosewood Hall in Homewood\, AL!
URL:https://alabamamga.org/event/2027-annual-state-conference/
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