Events & Classes

July 16, 2024

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Lunch and Learn Series – Butterfly Gardening and Pollinators 

Some of the most fascinating and important insects are the many species of butterflies and pollinating insects. A multitude of garden plants help them thrive. The class will cover these plants and creating a habitat for them. The presenter will be Ms. Bella Cormier, Program Assistant, UGA Extension Henry County. The program will be held on June 16, 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, UGA Extension Henry County, 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252, Room A. There is no charge and registration is not required.

August 13, 2024

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Lunch and Learn Series  Fall Vegetable Gardening 

 Many think the only time to have a vegetable garden is in the summer. However, many vegetable plants, such as kale, turnips, cabbage, onions, and others thrive in the cooler weather. The speaker will be Mr. Bob Westerfield, Senior Public Service Associate, UGA department of Horticulture, who will cover how to grow these vegetables. The program will be held on June 16, 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, UGA Extension Henry County, 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252, Room A. There is no charge and registration is not required. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

August 23, 2024

9:00am – 4:00pm

UGA Extension Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program Small Fam Business Planning 

 In collaboration with the UGA Small Business Development Center, the program will cover topics such as budgets, and financing, income statements, risk management, marketing, and technology, as well as preparing a business plan. Successful participants will have the foundation to prepare their own farm business plan.  The instructor will be Mr. Todd Anduze, Area Director, the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center. The program will be held at the UGA Extension Henry County Office located at 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252. The cost is $75, which includes textbook, handouts, and lunch. Please register for the program at: https://t.uga.edu/9T7. The registration deadline is August 21, 2024. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

August 26 – November 4, 2024

9:00am to 4:00pm

Georgia Master Naturalist Program 

Is a series of weekly programs with specific environmental topics that is hands-on environmental exploring habitats and ecosystems in Georgia and how human activity impacts on those environments. This program is a combination of lectures and both indoors and outdoors hands-on learning through field studies and relevant resources. The program covers diverse topics such as insects and pollinators, geology, soil science, native and invasive plants, wildlife, stream ecology, and other topics. See attached agenda. The program will be held at various locations. The cost is $250 per person. Here is the registration link: https://t.ly/Qtdfv. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

(CLICK HERE FOR MASTER NATURALIST FLYER)

September 26 – 28

9:00am – 4:00pm (September 28 – 9:00am to 1:00pm)

UGA Extension Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program Small Fruit Vegetable Production

 The program covers a multitude of subjects relating to crop production. It covers topics such as soil health and fertility, cover crops, pest control, food safety, and marketing. Participants will have the chance to visit a working farm as part of the program.  It will be held on Thursday September 26, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Friday, September 27, 9:00am to 4:00 pm, and Saturday, September 28, 2024, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The presentations are given by UGA specialists with accompanying textbook and other materials. The program will be held at the UGA Extension Henry County Office located at 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252. The cost is $100.00 per participant. Please register for the program at https://t.uga.edu/9T5.  Registration deadline is September 24, 2024. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

September 16, 2024

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Lunch and Learn Series – Controlling Indoor Pests 

 Many pests continually trouble homeowners. Ants, roaches, termites, and many others interfere with the health and comfort in our homes. The presenters will be Dr. Dan Suiter, Professor, and Mrs. Lisa Ames, Homeowner Diagnostician Technician UGA Department of Entomology will discuss these pests and how to minimize their presence. The program will be held on June 16, 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, UGA Extension Henry County, 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252, Room A. There is no charge and registration is not required. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

September 19, 2024

8:00am – 4:00pm

Category 24 Ornamental and Turf Licensing Exam Training

UGA Extension Henry County is offering a program to help prepare those who are planning to take the Georgia Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exam in Category 24 Ornamental and Turf to pass it. The workshop will cover the Ornamental and Turf Section and the Core Manual (General Standards Section). The program will be online via Zoom.  Participants will receive practice exams and other pertinent material. The exam itself will not be offered after the class. It is offered at several technical colleges throughout the state. The cost is $45 with a check made payable to the technical college. To register for the exam, go to www.gapestexam.com. (Please note: UGA Extension does not handle registration for the exams). The cost is $40 per person. Register at: https://t.ly/YHA_Q. Registration deadline is September 17, 2024. For more information, contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

October 8, 2024

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Lunch and Learn Series - Composting

One great way to get organic amendments for the soil is through the process of composting. It uses yard food wastes to transform them into materials that can be incorporated into the soil to improve its health and ability to grow plants. The presenter will be Mrs. Ashley Best, Agricultural and Natural Resources Agent, UGA Extension Newton County, who will cover the composting process and ways to make it successful. The program will be held on June 16, 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, UGA Extension Henry County, 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252, Room A. There is no charge and registration is not required. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

October 11, 2024

8:45am – 3:15pm

UGA Extension Southeastern Green Industry Update

The University of Georgia Extension will be offering the Southeastern Green Industry Update that will offer pesticide recertification credits for Georgia, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina and ISA Arborist CEUs.

The program will be online via Zoom.  The cost is $50 per participant. Register at https://t.ly/9pIJE by Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Registration deadline is October 9, 2024. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.

(CLICK HERE FOR THE GREEN INDUSTRY PDF)

November 12, 2024

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Lunch and Learn Series  - Holiday and House Plants

Holiday and Houseplants. Many holiday and houseplants decorate the indoors on our homes and businesses. They help purify the air and improve the aesthetics of the insides. The presenter will be Dr. Bodie Pennisi, Professor, UGA Department of Horticulture who will discuss ways to keep indoor plants healthy and attractive. The program will be held on June 16, 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, UGA Extension Henry County, 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252, Room A. There is no charge and registration is not required. For more information, please contact Timothy Daly at 770-288-8421 or tdaly@uga.edu.