Virginia Cooperative Extension - Amelia

06/02/2026

🌱🍠 Grow Your Own Sweet Potatoes! 🍠🌱
Interested in growing your own food at home? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of growing sweet potatoes and get started with confidence!
Bring a 5-gallon bucket and leave with sweet potato plants, compost, and practical knowledge to jumpstart your gardening journey.
📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 9:00 – 10:00 AM
📍 9200 S. Amelia Ave, Amelia, VA 23002
💲 Cost: FREE!
📞 Call Callie Walker at 804-291-6993 to RSVP
Don’t miss this fun and educational opportunity—perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike! 🌿

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Amelia Extension Office at 804-561-2481/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and local governments, and is an equal opportunity employer. For the full non-discrimination statement, please visit ext.vt.edu/accessibility.

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Flyer for a Virginia Cooperative Extension program titled “Grow Your Own! Sweet Potatoes” The flyer explains that attendees will learn how to grow sweet potatoes at home in a hands-on session and should bring a 5-gallon bucket. Event details include Saturday, June 13 from 9–10 AM at 9200 S. Amelia Ave, Amelia, VA 23002. The event is free, and participants can RSVP by calling 804-291-6993. The design features an illustration of sweet potatoes growing underground with green vines above, and the Virginia Cooperative Extension logo at the bottom.

05/06/2026

Thinking about estate planning? Whether you're just getting started or need help finishing your plans, we’ve got you covered! Join us for an evening with The Law Office of David G. Moss and Hill & Davis, CPA, PC as they break down essential tools like wills, trusts, and key tax tips.

📅 June 16 | 6–8:30 PM
📍 Amelia County Veterans Center (16640 Five Forks Road, Amelia, VA 23002)
🍽️ Dinner included!
💲 $10/person or $20/family (3+ adults)

Registration is required - space is limited!
Register at: Tinyurl.com/EstatePlan2026
Call 804‑561‑2481 or email [email protected]

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Amelia Extension Office at 804-561-2481/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.

Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and local governments, and is an equal opportunity employer. For the full non-discrimination statement, please visit ext.vt.edu/accessibility.

Image Text: Estate & Financial Planning, Are you ready to begin estate planning but unsure where to start, or looking for local support to finalize the plans you’ve started? Tuesday, June 16th from 6 - 8:30 PM, Amelia County Veterans Center
16640 Five Forks Road, Amelia, VA 23002, Cost: $10/person or $20/family, includes dinner. Registration is required! Image of notebook with Estate Planning next to glasses and a yellow flower.

04/20/2026

04/07/2026

💰📚 Financial Literacy for Adults (Ages 50+) 💰📚

Join us on April 8 from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Amelia Library for a special meet & greet designed for adults 50 and older!

Meet Lenora Wright, the new Virginia Cooperative Extension Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) Agent, and learn about valuable resources to help you navigate your financial future with confidence.

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, this session will highlight programs and topics including:

✔️ Strengthening your financial skills

✔️ Building a healthier relationship with money

✔️ Planning for retirement & estate needs

✔️ Wellness and lifestyle support

Stop by, ask questions, and connect—no registration required!

We look forward to seeing you there!

03/30/2026

Don't forget to register for our pond management webinar this Thursday!

Interested in learning more about how to manage your pond? Do you have vegetation issues you can't seem to figure out? Join us as we host Brittany Chesser from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension on April 2nd for a webinar series focused on managing your aquatic environment! This webinar will cover vegetation, common pond issues, integrated pest management, and more!

This talk will be tailored towards Virginia, but will be applicable to out of state listeners as well!

Please register for this webinar at tinyurl.com/Aquatic2026

Questions? Contact the Amelia Extension Office at 804-561-2481 or [email protected]

03/13/2026

Interested in learning more about how to manage your pond? Do you have vegetation issues you can't seem to figure out? Join us as we host Brittany Chesser from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension on April 2nd for a webinar series focused on managing your aquatic environment! This webinar will cover vegetation, common pond issues, integrated pest management, and more!

This talk will be tailored towards Virginia, but will be applicable to out of state listeners as well!

Please register for this webinar at tinyurl.com/Aquatic2026

Questions? Contact the Amelia Extension Office at 804-561-2481 or [email protected]

03/03/2026

The time is here! The 5th annual Plant and Seed Swap at the James L. Hamner Public Library will be on Saturday, April 18th from 9 - 11am.

Bring your seeds, starter plants, cuttings, and more to share and swap. Don't have plants to bring? No problem! Come out and meet with other local gardeners and plant lovers alike.

New this year: Soil sample drive!
Want to test your soil in your lawn, garden, pasture, or crop field? Bring a sample to the Amelia Cooperative Extension Office by May 1st and we will mail it for you for FREE!
A few details:
- Boxes can be picked up at the plant swap on April 18th or at the Amelia Cooperative Extension office anytime
- Home lawn and garden samples cost $10/sample with a check made out to the Treasurer of Virginia Tech ($50 returned check fee)
- Pasture and crop field samples are free to test, and free to ship with this event!

Have questions? Contact the Amelia Cooperative Extension office at 804-561-2481.

01/27/2026

Our office will be closed today along with the county. Agents will be teleworking, please reach out via email or phone!

Please be advised that all Amelia County Offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, due to inclement weather conditions. We encourage all residents to prioritize their safety.

01/24/2026

Winter weather resources to help keep you and your family safe!

❄️ Winter Weather Resources! ❄️

A big winter weather system is headed our way, and while snow and ice can be beautiful, they also bring hazards for travel, power, and everyday life.

👉 Know Before You Go
Winter roads can change quickly. Virginia Department of Transportation has great info on road conditions, safe driving, and real-time updates.
🔗 https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/travel-traffic/driver-safety/weather/

👉 Protect Your Walkways and Waterways
Ice melt can help with slippery walkways, but not all products are created equal for the environment. Learn how to choose ice melt that’s safer for waterways.
🔗 https://ext.vt.edu/lawn-garden/turfandgardentips/tips/ice-melt.html

👉 Food Safety During Power Outages
Power may flicker or go out during winter storms, but not all food needs to be tossed! This U.S. Department of Agriculture guide shows you which foods are safe and which should be discarded in the event of a power outage:
🔗 https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/food-safety-during-power-outage

👉 Planning & Emergency Checklists
From emergency kits to home readiness and storm planning, our site offers a whole suite of resources to help you prepare and respond to emergencies.
🔗 https://www.pubs.ext.vt.edu/tags.resource.html/pubs_ext_vt_edu:emergency-preparedness

01/23/2026

The Amelia Cooperative Extension Office will be closed Monday, Jan 26th due to weather following Amelia County closures