Below is a listing of events occurring in August at Escambia County Extension. For more information about Extension events, please call 850-475-5230, visit escambia.ifas.ufl.edu or like Escambia Extension on Facebook.
Escambia County Extension location
3740 Stefani Road, Cantonment
Highlighted Events:
Master Gardener Volunteer Program – Open House and Information Session
- Wednesday, Aug. 8, 9-10 a.m. at Escambia County Extension, 3740 Stefani Road, Cantonment
If you are interested in the University of Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program in Escambia County, plan to attend a special volunteer open house on Wednesday, Aug. 8. Learn about training sessions, volunteer activities, and the role of Master Gardeners in the community. Applications will be available for interested participants for the 2018‐19 Fall/Winter Master Gardener training program.
Science Hour: Solar Energy for Homes, Shaun Gunter, Gulf Power
- Thursday, Aug. 9, 6-7 p.m., Escambia County Central Office Complex, 3363 West Park Place, Pensacola
Many Florida homeowners are investing in solar power, but it still feels relatively new and unknown. What does investing in solar involve? How does it work, and how much does it cost? Join us for a discussion of the latest in solar and alternative energy technology.
2018 Summer Contractors Continuing Education
- Tuesday, Aug. 21 and Wednesday Aug. 22, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Escambia County Extension, 3740 Stefani Rd., Cantonment
Participants in the Summer Contractors Continuing Education program can obtain 14 continuing education hours. Complete the attached registration information form and fax to 352-392-9033, or mail to:
University of Florida
Program for Resource Efficient Communities
Attn: Barbara Haldeman
P.O. Box 110940
Gainesville, FL 32611-0940
