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Don't get locked out of the Service Report!
Three things you must do by 11:59 PM on February 29th!
(1) Sign the Memorandum of Understanding by February 29
This is the highest priority. *If you have not signed, you will not be able to log in to acesagmg.site (and thus access to the Service Report).* Log in to acesagmg.site to sign the MoU.
(2) Enter at least one (1) hour for 2023
Log in to the Service Report to enter your 2023 hours.
*You only need at least 1 volunteer or education hour to avoid lock-out.*
Don't even have 1 hour for 2023, but plan to enter hours for 2024? That's ok!
Contact one of the following SuperAdmins to unlock your account: Bethany O'Rear, Amy Weis, Linda Massey, or Rick Cybulsky
(3) Pay your Membership Dues
The Jefferson County and AMGA dues deadlines have passed, but you can still pay your dues. Go to the Dues tab of the JCMGA website for payment options.
Not sure if you've paid? Contact Cindy Funderburk, Association Treasurer.
It may take a few days for your payment to be received and registered, so please be patient.
If you have not paid your dues, but have signed the MoU, you should be able to log in and enter hours, but access to other parts of the website may be limited.
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URGENT VOLUNTEER REQUEST MARCH 6th
Master Gardener Volunteers needed for a Community Garden Work Day at:
ACIPCO Community Gardens
ACIPCO-Finley
Hooper City
N Birmingham
Join us in instructing 25-30 college students from Washington D.C. in preparing raised beds for upcoming spring plantings.
Click Here for Full Details & Contact Info
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Service Report Training
March 5th, 10AM
BBG Auditorium
Bethany O'Rear
Regional Extension Agent
Home Grounds Auburn University
Have questions about reporting your volunteer and education hours? Please attend this training!
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Members Meeting
Transformation Garden
March 12th 10AM
BBG Auditorium
Board & Leadership meeting 11:15 in the Hodges Room.
Open to all membership.
Kerry Smith
Master Gardener Program Coordinator
Extension, Auburn University
Learn More about the Transformation Garden (Click Here)
The JCMGA Hospitality Committee kindly requests contributions of refreshments. Coffee, Tea, and Water will be provided. Questions contact Katherine Ennis
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Members Plant Swap 2024!
April 9th, 10 AM sharp! Auditorium, Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Bring plants & hospitality items by 9:30 AM.
Get propagating, sowing, or digging in your garden (or even go to your favorite nursery)!
Bring one or two established plants in containers (not plastic bags or paper sacks).
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Director's Minute:
From a New-ish Master Gardener
by Janet Humphreys - Secretary
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I completed the Master Gardener intern program in 2022. I have met some of the most wonderful people through my internship and with JCMGA. We are from different backgrounds and garden experiences but the thing we have in common is our love for plants and gardening, whether these are vegetable or ornamental.
Read more from Janet here...
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The Jefferson County Master Gardeners Association has lost a long-time member, Bill Burnham.
Bill regularly volunteered at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and was known for his beautiful camellias.
Read his full obituary here.
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compiled by Community Service Committee
If we are missing a project or location please email us at: [email protected].
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February Volunteer Summary
39 MG Volunteers provided hands-on support or shared knowledge to 96 contacts at 9 events or projects!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM OUR PARTNERS | |
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2024 Alabama Master Gardeners Association State Conference,
April 22-24, Daphne Civic Center
Hosted by the Baldwin County Master Gardeners, this year’s conference theme is “Paradise Found,” and you certainly will feel like you're in paradise along the beautiful Gulf Coast in Spring. Over three days, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of workshops, guided and self-guided tours, lectures, and networking events, all focused on gardening, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Regular Registration is Feb. 1 - March 22, during which time you can take advantage of lower rates at hotels, order a t-shirt, and include a guest for all meals.
Register Here
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The Spring Plant Sale is coming!
Join us at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on April 11-13th. Volunteer groups will offer native plants, perennials, herbs, houseplants, and more! To help make this event a success, volunteers are part of set up, check out, greeting, and clean up during the sale. If you are already a trained volunteer with BBG, please register for a shift (or several) HERE.
Greenhouse Assistant Volunteer Opportunity
Are you an early riser? Do you work full-time? The Greenhouse Assistant shift is an early morning opportunity that may be just right for you! Assist the City of Birmingham staff with watering the greenhouses any morning Tuesday-Sunday.
New Volunteers Wanted!
Volunteer with the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens to help protect, nurture, and share these beautiful spaces.
First-time volunteer with BBG? Here is what you need to do:
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Create an account on the volunteer portal VolunteerHub.
- Complete a one-on-one interview with Emma Thompson.
- Attend Volunteer Orientation.
**The next Volunteer Orientation will be on April 2nd. **
Contact BBG Volunteer Coordinator: Emma Thompson for info.
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The Birmingham Camellia Group will have members on hand at the April 12-13 plant sale at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens to offer growing tips or help you find your new garden addition. The group welcomes new members any time and you do NOT need to be an expert on camellias to join.
Contact Alleen Cater for more information
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CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES | |
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Get Outside With Alabama Smart Yards Webinar Series 2024
Join on Zoom every Wednesday at 1:00 PM
March 6 - Alternatives to Crape Myrtles
March 13 - Rainscaping
March 20 - Why did my Plant Die
March 27 - Owning a Private Well
Register here
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Presented by the Longleaf Botanical Gardens
March 21, 9 AM to 3:30 PM, Longleaf Event Center, Anniston
Learn how every season contributes to the essence of the garden. This year’s keynote speaker is Jason Reeves, a research horticulturalist and curator with the West Tennessee Research and Education Center. Leave with fresh ideas of how to enhance every season, whether it’s camellias and conifers in the winter, hostas of spring, summer edibles, or adding garden whimsy. Between presentations, explore the Sensory Garden and shop from plant vendors and craftspeople.
Early Bird Registration (Feb.): $40 with Code 321
Regular Registration (March): $45
Lunch is included for all registrants.
Register Here
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Snakes and Snakebite Treatment
Presented by the Alabama Hydrangea Society
Wednesday, April 3 at 1:00 PM
Education Building at Aldridge Gardens
Dr. Will Rushton, associate professor of medicine at UAB, is the state-wide toxicologist on snakebite treatment. This will be a timely talk as snakes begin to emerge in the spring, just as we return to our gardens.
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Update from the Fern Society:
Slayers of Invasives!
On February 10th, The Fern Society coordinated 20 volunteers removing six types of evergreen invasive plants from the Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ Fern Glade. This included 7 Master Gardener Interns, 13 Birmingham Fern Society members, some of whom are also veteran Master Gardener volunteers. They dubbed themselves the “Slayers of Invasives”! On March 16th you too can become a Slayer of Invasives. For lunch we’ll enjoy Crock-pot Lasagna in the Fern Glade. We are clearing the area to plant ferns and companion plants. Contact Charles Murray to join. Pictured Right: Allison Dogan, 2024 Master Gardener Intern, holds a huge Smilax tuber, a thorny, aggressive vine.
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Jefferson County Master Gardeners Association, Inc.
Board of Directors, 2024
President, Amy Weis
Vice President, Richard Smith
Treasurer, Cynthia "Cindy" Funderburk
Assistant Treasurer, Carlton 'Skip' Craig
Secretary, Janet Humphreys
At-Large Directors: Katherine Harper and Judith Rives
Committees & Roles, 2024
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AMGA Advisory Council Representative (Standing): Terri Barker (First), Fletcher Harvey (Second)
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Archivist: Missy Norris
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Financial Review Committee (Standing): Terri Barker, Jan Street, Darwin Bell
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Communications Committee (Standing): Webmaster, Richard Smith | Lead Newsletter Editor for Roots & Shoots, Mary Hendley | AMGA Pathways Newsletter Contributor, Fletcher Harvey | Facebook Editor, Diane Remick
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Community Service Committee (Standing): Marian "Bunny" Fite (Co-Chair), Laura Kezar (Co-Chair), Cathy O'Sheal
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Fundraising Committee (Standing): Deanna Fowler (Co-Chair), Susan McNamara (Co-Chair), Darwin Bell, Diana Seevers
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Helpline Coordinator: Susan McNamara
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Hospitality Committee (Standing): Katherine Ennis (Chair), Francis Simpson, Rebecca Campagna, and Terri Millican
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Membership Committee (Standing): Linda Massey (Chair), Kenneth "Ken" Hall (as Awards Coordinator), Jennye McCreary, Patricia Putnam (as Photographer)
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Policies & Procedures Committee (Standing): Charles "Charlie" Faulkner, Sandra "Sandy" McCarthy and Amy Weis (Chair)
Click here to view the Bylaws of JCMGA, Inc.
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