UF IFAS Extension Seminole County

06/05/2026

🤝SERVICE IN ACTION: This past weekend our Seminole County 4-H Ambassadors rolled up their sleeves and made a difference at Harvest Time International!

What made this project even more special? It was coordinated by one of our very own 4-H Ambassadors youth officers, demonstrating the power of youth leadership in action.

Through volunteer experiences like this, young people don't just give back to their community, they build leadership, teamwork, communication, and career-ready skills while creating meaningful connections and inspiring others to get involved.

We're proud of these young leaders for stepping up, serving others, and proving that even small acts of service can make a big impact!

06/04/2026

PALMS & INVASIVE SPECIES WORKSHOP: Join us for the Florida First Detector Workshop, where you'll learn about invasive species with a special focus on palms, palm management, and the pests threatening Florida's landscapes and agriculture.

📅 June 10 | 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍250 W County Home Rd, Sanford
💲 Cost: $30 (includes lunch and refreshments)
🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/palms-and-invasive-species-workshop-florida-first-detector-in-person-tickets-1981858037741?aff=oddtdtcreator

🌟 FDACS pesticide license holders can earn up to 6 CEUs by attending and participating in the full workshop.

06/01/2026

🍄 FARM TO FORK: Ever wanted to grow your own mushrooms at home? Join June’s Farm to Fork session and discover the basics of mushroom cultivation, including growing methods, materials needed, and tips for successfully producing fresh mushrooms right from your home.

Each month, participants can join a free virtual webinars on Tuesday and then attend an in-person workshop on Thursday. The Thursday workshop includes a lecture and hands-on activities that pairs with the webinar

🍄 Webinar: Tuesday, June 2 | Noon to 1 p.m.
🌱 In-person Workshop: Thursday, June 4 | 1–3:30 p.m.
➡️Register by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/farm-to-fork-2026-webinar-series-virtual-register-on-zoom-tickets-1537545904189?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

06/01/2026

☀️🌱JUNE CALENDAR: Fill your summer with opportunities to learn, grow, and connect!

Check out this month’s calendar and find an event that's right for you ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ufifas-extension-seminole-county-7995917345?fbclid=IwY2xjawSJz-tleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFSd29ucXNpNlBrdkM4dlgyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtZa2Cg-L6H0X1TDGAZFAOSKPOFowMEjS-HTFQr96T38m5Tkzvb70MktGL4h_aem_fBQxYPhs__NpvcAxsqlwxg&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

05/28/2026

🌷FINAL FRIDAYS: Join us for a new session of Final Fridays from the Garden tomorrow! Interested attendees can learn all about pollinator power and how to create gardens that buzz and flutter during this latest session.

Mark your calendar for this monthly Lunch and Learn webinar, held on the last Friday of each month, to learn best practices for growing your own food and attracting the right kind of wildlife to your garden.

🐝Friday, May 29 | Noon–1 p.m.
🐝Register for this event by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/final-fridays-from-the-garden-2026-tickets-1981349491666?aff=erellivmlt

05/21/2026

MEMORIAL DAY CLOSURE: Seminole County Extension Services will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

MEMORIAL DAY CLOSURE: Seminole County business offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day, and will reopen with normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

The Central Transfer Station and County landfill will remain open, and residential waste collection services will not be affected. However, the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) tunnel at the Central Transfer Station and Solid Waste customer service operations will be closed.

The Seminole County Library, Animal Services, Museum of Seminole County History and Extension Services will also be closed on Monday, May 25.

Seminole County parks will remain open but unsupervised, with limited courts and fields available at no charge. Parks will close at 8 p.m.

05/20/2026

🍽️COOKING CLASS: Ready to make healthy eating simple, delicious, and sustainable? Join us for Cooking Up Health: The Mediterranean Way, a fun and interactive 6-part in-person cooking series designed to help you transform your approach to food and wellness.

You’ll discover seven simple steps to healthier meals, learn easy Mediterranean-inspired recipes, and pick up practical nutrition tips you can use every day. Each class includes two recipe demonstrations and tastings, plus participants will receive a recipe book filled with healthy meal ideas to take home.

🗓️June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & July 7
🕐1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
📍250 W County Home Rd, Sanford
💵$45 for all six sessions | Scholarships available

Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cooking-up-health-the-mediterranean-way-6-part-series-tickets-1985936969937

05/20/2026

JUNE NEWSLETTER: The Greenthumb Newsletter is now available! In this month’s issue, readers can learn more about:

🪴Upcoming events and classes
🌹Roses for Florida
💐Seasonal Blooms for Spring
🪏Master Gardener Volunteer Services
🌱Teaching Gardens at Extension

Check out the June issue by visiting: https://mailchi.mp/9826a9e0a708/seminole-county-greenthumb-newsletter-may-june-2026?e=d27245f743

05/15/2026

🐝FINAL FRIDAYS: Get ready for a new session of Final Fridays from the Garden on Friday, May 29! This upcoming session will focus on creating gardens that buzz and flutter, and attendees will walk away with tips to attract pollinators to their yards.
Interested participants can join this monthly lunch and learn webinar to learn best practices for growing your own food in your garden and attracting the right kind of wildlife.

🐝Friday, May 29 | Noon–1 p.m.
🐝Register for this event by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/final-fridays-from-the-garden-2026-tickets-1981349491666?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

05/14/2026

PRUNE LIKE A PRO: Learn how to spruce up your lawn by joining us for a hands-on class on best pruning practices! This session offers attendees a practical approach to proper pruning techniques and tips. Guests will leave with a booklet on basic landscape care and maintenance.

Come dressed to enjoy the outdoors in our garden. Participants are advised to consider wearing hats, sunscreen, and garden gloves.

🍃Date: Wednesday, May 27 | 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
🌱Cost: $25
🌳Register for this event by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prune-like-a-pro-tree-shrub-pruning-essentials-tickets-1980391733987?aff=odcleoeventsincollection