WHAT'S SPROUTING AT THE AGRIPLEX

🎉 Hey there, friends! Exciting news from North Alabama Agriplex – we still have a few spots open for our awesome June programs! But hurry, because these experiences are filling up fast!

🌟 Join us for our Lunch & Learn where the incredible fruit carver Rozi Rodriguez will dazzle you as she turns ordinary melons into jaw-dropping art! And guess what? You’ll get to create your own fruity masterpiece at home with the techniques she will share! 🍉

✨ If you’re feeling crafty, don’t miss our Heritage Skills class with the amazing Denise Anderson from Gathering Moss Studios! You’ll dive into the hands-on world of leatherworking and craft your very own mystery braid bracelet – how cool is that? Perfect for beginners and those with a creative spark!

🛠️ And our Living Landscapes program is your ticket to learning everything about raising goats for meat and dairy! From breed selection to health and marketing, we’ve got you covered! 🐐 So don’t wait – sign up today and be part of our Agriplex community dedicated to celebrating agricultural heritage! Let’s make some memories together! 🌿🎈

Our HARVEST TO HOME will be on August 27 at Cotton Creek.

Ticket will go on sale in July.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Living Landscapes

Raising Goats: Meat & Dairy

https://agriplex.org/living-landscapes/

Learn the fundamentals of:

• RAISING MEAT & DAIRY GOATS
• BREED SELECTION
• HOUSING
• NUTRITION
• HEALTH
• MARKETING

Jeff Lamote has been raising Kiko meat goats for over 15 years. He created the testing protocol for the Southeast Buck Performance Test which is now in its 3rd year being conducted by MS State University. His family acquired the goat cheese dairy, Humble Heart Farms, in 2023.

Jimmy Parker, animal nutritionist, does rations formulation for the farmers co-op line and several independent feed companies for all species. He also does consulting through much of the southeast. He has raised sheep for 37 years and has spent 25 years on the Alabama Sheep and Goat Committee.

SUMMER CAMPS

Cullman Touring Farms for Kids

Thurs-Friday, June 4-5, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. June 4-5. 8 am-3 pm. Ages 7 to 13. 

Experience farm life up close! Kids will explore local farms, meet animals, and learn where food comes from on this fun tour! Local food, lunch, and snacks provided. Paying parents are welcome to attend and should register along with their child. $60 per person.

Preschool & Elementary Garden Camp 

Mon-Friday, Jun 8-12, 9:00-11:00 am, Ages 3-5 (with adult) and ages 6-11. 

Grow, learn, and dig into nature at the Agriplex. Kids will enjoy planting, harvesting, and discovering the joys of gardening. Take home goodies from the garden and art projects daily. $60 per child.

Nature Day Camp

Tue-Wed, Jun 16-17, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Ages 9-14

We will partner with 4H to expand our programming! Focus is on Native Americans in Alabama, kayaking, fishing, archery skills, & other activities. $60 per child. 

Sewing Camp - Beginning Hand Sewing

Mon-Friday, June 22–26, 9:00-11:30 am - Discover the joy of hand sewing—where creativity meets skill and every stitch builds confidence. Perfect for ages 9 and up, this hands-on activity introduces students to the basics of needlework through fun, beginner-friendly projects developing fine motor skills, patience, and pride in their handmade work. It’s a wonderful way to foster independence, spark imagination, and connect with timeless traditions—one stitch at a time. $60 per child.

Kitchen Camp - Beans Sprouts

Mon-Friday, June 22–26, 12pm-2pm, Beginners, Grades 3-5, Ages 8-11. This is a drop-off program. Budding cooks will practice essential kitchen skills while making delicious recipes, learning safe techniques, and discovering how ingredients work together in flavorful ways. $60 per child. 

Kitchen Camp - Sweet Peas

Mon-Fri, Jul 13-17, 10:00AM-12:00PM. Intro, Grades K-2, Ages 5-7. 

This is a drop-off program. Young chefs will explore the fun of cooking through simple, hands-on recipes as they learn kitchen safety, try new foods, and build confidence with every tasty creation. $60 per child.

Sewing Camp - Beginning Machine Sewing

Mon-Friday, July 20–24, 9:00 am-11:30 am. Discover the timeless art of machine sewing in this engaging, hands-on workshop designed for beginners and budding makers ages 9 and up. Participants will explore essential sewing techniques through guided projects that build confidence and celebrate creativity, skill, and tradition. Please Note: All participants must bring their own full-size sewing machine. $60/person.

Kitchen Camp - Broccoli Buds

Mon-Friday, July 20-24, 2026, 12-2pm - (Intermediate, Grades 6-8, Ages 11-13) This is a drop-off program. Growing chefs will take on more advanced cooking challenges as they sharpen their skills, master new techniques, and create flavorful dishes with creativity and independence. $60 fee per child. 

JUNE PROGRAMS

Tue, Jun 16, 6:00-8:00pm, Heritage Skills - Leather Bracelets. Join Denise Anderson from Gathering Moss Studios for a hands-on leather class where you'll create your own mystery braid bracelet! Discover the magic behind this clever technique, learn basic leatherworking skills, and leave with a stylish accessory you made yourself. Perfect for beginners and curious crafters alike! Youth, ages 10-15 are welcome and must register and be accompanied with a paid, registered adult. $25 per person.

Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm, Lunch & Learn - Decorative Fruit Carving with Rosi. Watch professional fruitcarver  Rozi Rodriguez transform ordinary melons and fruit into breathtaking works of art while teaching you to craft your own masterpiece at home. $10 fee includes a light lunch.  Youth ages 12-15 are welcome and must register and be accompanied with a paid, registered adult. 

Mon, Jun 22, 6-8pm, Living Landscapes - Raising Goats- Meat and Dairy. Learn the fundamentals of raising goats for meat and dairy, covering breed selection, housing, nutrition, health, and marketing. Youth, ages 12-15 are welcome and must register and be accompanied with a paid, registered adult. $10 per person. 

JULY PROGRAMS

Wed, Jul 8, 12:00pm, Lunch & Learn - Edible Flowers: Growing, Harvesting, Cooking. Learn how to cultivate a variety of safe, flavorful blooms; explore best practices for harvesting and storing; and create simple, delicious recipes that highlight their beauty and taste.$10 fee includes light lunch. Youth ages 12-15 are welcome and must register and be accompanied with a paid, registered adult. 

Thur, Jul, 9, 6-8pm, Living Landscapes - Honey Harvest. Help Agriplex Beekeeper Bill Grimmett harvest the Agriplex honey. Hands-on workshop with beekeeping. Families invited; paid adults must attend with children. $10 per person. Help Agriplex Beekeeper Bill Grimmett harvest the Agriplex honey. Hands-on workshop with beekeeping. Families invited. $10 per person, max $20 per family. 

Thur, July 16, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00pm, Heritage Skills - Upcycling. Join our hands-on Upcycling Clothing Class by Micaha. Learn how to turn tired threads into trendy treasures. From patchwork flair to creative repairs, you’ll gain practical sewing skills and eco-friendly inspiration while honoring tradition. Bring your sewing machine, imagination, and a few garments to reinvent! Youth ages 10-15 are welcome and must register and be accompanied with a paid, registered adult. $15 per person.

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