Lee County Extension
Calendar of Events
January 2008
| 16 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Florida-Friendly Landscaping Class for San Carlos Park residents. Cost: Free admission. Location: Karl Drews Community Center. Time: 9:00AM - Noon Register on-line at www.leeparks.org or call 239-533-7440. |
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Reducing Catch and Release Mortality in
Marine Fishes Time: 2:00 pm (1 hour program) Location: South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway Estero, FL 33928. Florida is the “Fishing Capital of the World” ranked first in the United States for number of saltwater fisherman. There are many tools and techniques to protect our area fisheries. Size, catch limits and seasonal closures help prevent overfishing. Proper release of marine fishes is equally important to conserve this resource. Learn how to fish responsibly using handling and release techniques that will increase the chance the fish will survive to spawn and perhaps be caught again. Audience: Geared towards older children and adults. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 6-9:00PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 for resident/$6.00 for non-resident. Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. Time: 1-4:00PM. To register call 533-7517. |
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Florida-Friendly Landscaping Class for San Carlos Park residents. Cost: Free admission. Location: Karl Drews Community Center. Time: 9:00AM - Noon Register on-line at www.leeparks.org or call 239-533-7440. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
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Forest
Stewardship Workshop: Invasive Exotic Plants and Their Control
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2-page brochure includes
registration information.
Cost: $15 paid at the door. 4 Private Applicator, Natural Areas, and Forestry CEUS Approved.
Location: Lee County
Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL
For more information, call 239-533-7514.
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February 2008
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Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Second Annual Conference "Protecting our Water Thru Living Green" Click on highlighted title for registration page - page 3. Location: Rutenberg Park, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL. Time: 8:00AM - 4:00PM. Cost: Registration Fee - $35.00. Call 533-7517 for more information. |
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Boat Safe/Boat Smart Workshop Time: 6:00 pm Location: Matlacha Community Center 4577 Pine Island Road, Matlacha. Powerboaters, paddlers and sailors who are novices or newcomers to Southwest Florida are welcome to attend this FREE event designed to help them with everything from etiquette and eco-tips to safe-boating techniques and getting around. The evening workshop is free and open to the public. Registration is required due to limited space. Call (239) 283-4110 or (239) 707-6485. The workshop is sponsored by Lee County Parks and Recreation and Lee County/University of Florida Extension/Florida Sea Grant. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 21 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 6:00-9:00PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
March 2008
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Southwest Florida Garden and Landscape Conference. 5-page brochure includes registration form. 18 speakers on native and ornamental plants, and plant pest and diseases. Location: Florida Gulf Coast University, 10501 FGCU Blvd., South Fort Myers, FL. For more information call 239-533-7514. |
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FYN Introductory Class/The Plants/Florida-Friendly Plantings
for Lehigh - Part I. Location: Veteran's Park. Time: 9:30AM-Noon. Cost: Free Admission. If you need any further information, please call 533-7517. |
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Firewise Landscaping/Landscaping to Prevent Wildlife Damage
- Part I. Location: Veteran's Park. Time: 6-8:30PM. Cost: $5.00 If you need any further information, please call 533-7517. |
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Florida Yards and Neighborhoods University - Introductory class plus yard tours. Learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $18 per household Cape residents/$20 per household non-residents Location: Rotary Park in SW Cape Coral Time: 9:00AM-3:00PM. To register call 533-7517. |
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Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Florida Yards & Neighborhoods "Florida Friendly
Yard & Garden Tour" -
Print out brochure for purchasing
ticket and waiver form Time: 1-5PM Cost: $10.00 Register by mail through March 10. To assure receiving ticket, please register at the Lee County Extension Office (March 10 through March 14 - 9AM-4PM). Map & Directions. For information, call 239-533-7517. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 6:00-9:00PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
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FYN Introductory Class/The Practices/Best Lawn, Landscaping
& Maintenance - Part II. Location: Veteran's Park. Time: 6-8:30PM. Cost: $5.00. If you need any further information, please call 533-7517. |
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Firewise Landscaping/Landscaping
to Prevent Wildlife Damage - Part II, Plant
Selection Alternatives for Lehigh. Location: Veteran's Park. Time: 9:30AM-Noon. Cost: $5.00 If you need any further information, please call 533-7517. |
April 2008
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Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Home Garden Design. (Do it yourself
landscape design) Cost: $18 per household Cape residents/$20 per household non-residents Location: Rotary Park in SW Cape Coral Time: 1-4:00PM. To register call Cape Coral Parks and Recreation - 533-7517. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Home Garden Design. (Do it yourself
landscape design) Cost: $18 per household Cape residents/$20 per household non-residents Location: Rotary Park in SW Cape Coral Time: 1-4:00PM. To register call Cape Coral Parks and Recreation - 549-4606. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Home Garden Design. (Do it yourself
landscape design) Cost: $18 per household Cape residents/$20 per household non-residents Location: Rotary Park in SW Cape Coral Time: 1-4:00PM. To register call 549-4606. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. To register call 533-7517. |
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-Canceled -
Mangrove Symposium.
Location: Rutenberg Support Services Facility. Time: 9:00AM - 2:00PM Cost: $10.00 To register click on Mangrove Symposium or additional information please call 239-533-7517. |
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Natural and Forested Areas Workshop Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Cost: $15.00 CEU's offered. Call Letha at 239-533-7514 for registration. |
| 23 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 6:00-9:00PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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57th Annual Florida Beef Cattle Short Course, Hilton
University of Florida Conference Center, Gainesville. For more
information, please visit the website at:
http://www.animal.ufl.edu/extension/beef/short.shtml. |
May 2008
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57th Annual Florida Beef Cattle Short Course, Hilton
University of Florida Conference Center, Gainesville. For more
information, please visit the website at:
http://www.animal.ufl.edu/extension/beef/short.shtml. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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57th Annual Florida Beef Cattle Short Course, Hilton
University of Florida Conference Center, Gainesville. For more
information, please visit the website at:
http://www.animal.ufl.edu/extension/beef/short.shtml. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 for resident/$6.00 for non-resident. Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. Time: 1-4:00PM. To register call 533-7517. |
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Florida Master Naturalist Program - Uplands Module. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-4PM If you have any questions, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Worker
Protection Standards (WPS) Train-the-Trainer Session. Trainer: Roy Beckford, Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent. Location: Lee County Extension Conference Room. Time: 9:30AM-12:00PM To register call 239-533-7514. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
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New Fishing Regulations Seminar. Time: 6:00PM. Location: Bass Pro Outdoor World, 10040 Gulf Center Drive, Fort Myers. If you are a fisherman who targets reef fishes, please plan to attend. If you have any questions, please call Bryan Fluech at 239-417-6310 X204, Collier County Extension. |
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Natural Areas Exam Preparation Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-3PM Cost: $15.00 For registration, call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
June 2008
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Aquatic Areas Exam Preparation Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Time: 9AM-3PM Cost: $15.00 For registration, call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 25 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00AM-12:00 PM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
July 2008
| 15 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 for resident/$6.00 for non-resident. Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. Time: 6-9:00PM. To register call 533-7517. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. To register call 533-7517. |
August 2008
| 2 | Small Farms Conference/'Taste of Lee' Expo Time: 9AM-5PM For information, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
| 11 | Join us for Florida Yards and
Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9 principles to having
a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees and
plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation,
proper mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain
a beautiful and healthy yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 16 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
September 2008
| 9 | "Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
| 13 | Post-Fire Forest Health and Timber Tax Issues Videoconference - Location: Southwest Florida Research and Education Center (SWFREC), Immokalee). Time: 1:00-5:00PM. If you need any information, please call Roy Beckford at 239-533-7512. |
| 13 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 20 | Florida Yards and Neighborhoods University -
Introductory class plus yard tours. Learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $18 per household Cape residents/$20 per household non-residents Location: Rotary Park in SW Cape Coral Time: 9:00AM-3:00PM. To register call 533-7517. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of
roof yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to
collect some of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed
so every participant can bring home the rain barrel they create during
the course. All supplies are provided. Space limited, so pre-registration
is required. Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
| 22 | 2nd Annual Urban Pond Management Seminar. Cost: $15.00 prepay. Location: Lee County Extension Office. If you need further information, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Bees and Honey Production Shortcource. Time: 9AM-4PM For information, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
October 2008
| 9 | "Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
| 10 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 1. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
| 17 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 2. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
| 18 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 20 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9 principles
to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees and plants, as
well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper mulching and techniques
to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy yard.
COST: $5.00 LOCATION: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 24 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 3. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of
roof yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect
some of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every
participant can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course.
All supplies are provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
| 31 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 4. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
November 2008
| 7 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 5. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
| 7 | Join us at a Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles that guide the program. Each principle is explored in class
so you can apply what you learn to your own yard. Plant selection and
placement, efficient irrigation, proper mulching and techniques to obtain a
beautiful and healthy yard will be discussed. Cost: $5.00 for resident/$6.00 for non-resident. Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. Time: 1:00-4:00 PM. To register call Cape Coral Parks and Recreation - 549-4606. |
| 14 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 6. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
| 15 | Pasture Management Alternatives for Livestock and Horses. Cost: $15.00 Location: Lee County Extension Office. If you need further information, please call Letha at 239-533-7514. |
| 15 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 17 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9 principles
to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees and plants, as well
as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper mulching and techniques to save
your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy yard. COST: $5.00 LOCATION: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 19 | "Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723 or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
| 21 | Florida Master Naturalist Program - Freshwater Wetlands Module. Week 7. Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Location: Lee County Extension Office. Instructors: Roy Beckford and Joy Hazell. If you need further information, please contact Letha at 239-533-7514. |
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South West Florida Beekeepers Meeting. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd. Objective: Formation of a regional chapter of the Florida State Beekeepers Association. Registration or questions - 239-533-7514 or email: fbeckford@leegov.com |
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Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of
roof yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect
some of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every
participant can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course.
All supplies are provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
December 2008
| 7 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rotary Park Environmental Center. Time: 1-4:00PM. To register call 533-7517. |
| 8 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and
learn the 9 principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard.
Hurricane resistant trees and plants, as well as proper maintenance,
efficient irrigation, proper mulching and techniques to save your
money and obtain a beautiful and healthy yard. COST: $5.00 LOCATION: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 11 | Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7517. |
| 13 |
Rain Barrel Construction Workshop.
1 inch of rain on a 1000 SF of roof
yields 625 gallons of water! Rain barrels are a great way to collect some
of this water. This will be a hands-on program designed so every participant
can bring home the rain barrel they create during the course. All supplies are
provided. Space limited, so pre-registration is required.
Time: 9:00-11:00AM. Cost: $35.00 and includes a rain barrel and conversion kit. Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Call 533-7517 to sign up for workshop. |
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