UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses through workshops, publications, and mass media in the areas of family life, youth development, natural resources, horticulture, and agriculture. Current December classes/events are listed below and on its events calendar.
Stress Busters: A Management Series (Online)
Presented by Orange County Extension Agent Hillary Ayers, this three-part virtual class series offers practical tools and techniques to navigate life's challenges with ease. Each session is designed to empower you to cultivate a sense of calm, build resilience, and regain control over your well-being. Join us on a journey to unlock a more harmonious and stress-free lifestyle, fostering a healthier, happier you!
Tuesdays, January 9, 16 & 23, 2024, 12:00pm-1:30pm.
$5 Fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Blooms and Beyond: A Guided Garden Tour (In Person)
Grab your gardening hat, sunglasses, and some comfy shoes and join our Orange County Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Agent Dr. Heather Kalaman for a guided tour through our Exploration Gardens! See unique plants in our 12 themed gardens and learn about Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principles, smart irrigation, vegetable gardening, and flower species to attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. The tour includes an FFL book and pollinator seed packets. Kids 12 and under are free and encouraged to join!
Tuesday, January 9, 2043, 10:00am-11:30am.
$10 fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Bat House Building Workshop (Online)
This class will go over a brief review of the bats of Florida and how to build a bat house that will hopefully attract bats in your area. Presented by Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough.
Tuesday, January 9, 6:30pm-7:00pm.
$3 fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Take Control of Your Money for Renters (Online)
Money management, renters’ rights, eviction prevention, and more! Offered via Zoom by a team of UF/IFAS Extension Agents, including Orange County Extension Agent Jenny Rodriguez, this class is for residents looking for income-based assistance programs or anyone wanting to become a more savvy renter.
Wednesday, January 10, 2023, 2:00pm-5:00pm.
FREE! Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
First Time Homebuyer Workshop – SPANISH (Online)
Learn the steps to home ownership and how to obtain an affordable mortgage in this class offered via Zoom in SPANISH by a team of UF/IFAS Extension Agents, including Orange County Extension Agent Jenny Rodriguez. The homebuyer workshop meets the education requirements for down payment assistance programs.
Thursday, January 11, 2024, 9:00am-5:00pm.
$10 fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Preparing Your Spring Vegetable Garden (In Person)
In this class presented by Orange County Extension Agent Calvin Gardner, you will learn how to build a simple garden bed, prepare your soil, and how to install a simple irrigation system. Join us to start growing!
Thursday, January 11, 2024, 10:00am-11:30am.
$10 fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Diabetes Prevention Program (Online)
Take charge of your life and register for this year-long, research-based lifestyle change program for preventing diabetes. Presented virtually by Hillary Ayers, Orange County Extension Agent.
Wednesday, January 17 - December 18, 2024, 1:00pm-2:00pm.
FREE! Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200
Resourceful Gardening: Low-Cost Gardening for Small Spaces (In Person)
Gardening can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be! Join UF/IFAS Extension Orange County Agent Clarissa Chairez and Master Gardener Volunteers to explore ideas on how to cut gardening costs and how to garden in small spaces! In this class you will learn about container selection, repurposing material from your own home, and selecting plants for small spaces.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 12:00pm-1:30pm.
FREE! Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Urban Backyard Chicken Class (Online)
Keeping chickens and producing your own eggs in suburban and urban settings has become a popular hobby! Hens in a coop can be a fun and practical addition to your home garden. Learn how to get started and be successful in this program presented via TEAMS by Orange County Extension Agent JK Yarborough.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 10:00am-12:00pm.
$5 fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Preparing Your Spring Vegetable Garden (In Person)
In this class presented by Orange County Extension Agent Calvin Gardner, you will learn how to build a simple garden bed, prepare your soil, and how to install a simple irrigation system. Join us to start growing!
Thursday, January 18, 2024, 10:00am-11:30am.
$10 fee. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
Attracting Pollinators with Herbs and Vegetables (In Person)
Presented by Orange County Master Gardener Volunteers, this class is about bringing butterflies, bees and other pollinators to your garden while growing plants that provide food for your table! Participants will receive a handout listing the 25 herbs and vegetables that are host and nectar plants and the pollinators they bring to the garden.
Friday, January 19, 2024, 2:00pm-3:00pm.
FREE! Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
gARTening Series: Garden Glam-Creating a Personalized Flower Crown (In Person)
Unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of floral artistry by learning how to create a flower crown! Whether you're a budding florist or just looking to add a touch of nature to your style, this hands-on workshop presented by Orange County Extension Agent Clarissa Chairez is designed for flower enthusiasts of all levels.
Friday, January 26, 2024, 2:00pm-3:00pm.
$15.00 per person. Registration required at http://ocextension.eventbrite.com. 407-254-9200.
