The Diabetes Prevention Program has several dates to choose from for evening classes via Zoom.

Are you at risk of diabetes? Enroll now for the National Diabetes Prevention Program by NMSU Extension. Join our lifestyle change program and decrease your risk for Type 2 diabetes. Take advantage of having a certified National DPP lifestyle coach guide you through an evidence-based program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The 4-H | Online Horse Bowl Tournament will be held Jan. 26 - 28, 7 to 10 p.m. MST, via Zoom.

Rules and supplementary information is available from your County 4-H Agent. Online registration will be done through the CES Office. Fee is $5/youth. Registration opens Dec. 1. Deadline: Jan. 10.

The Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Workshop will be held Jan. 27, 11 a.m. MST, online.

Participants must be 18 years or older. No recording of this event will be available. Class size is limited, register early to save a seat. To be added to the waiting list, email Ansley Fey at afey@agrisafe.org. Brought to you by AgriSafe Network.

The Southwest Hay and Forage Conference will be held Jan. 27 - 28, Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Drive.

The conference will address common issues that growers face daily, including baling challenges, high input costs, water management, and pest control.

Pre-registration is $125/person by Dec. 31 or pay at-the-door for $150. Annual NM Hay Association membership dues are $55. 5 CEUs available.

The Welcome Back Coffee Hour will be held Jan. 27, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Gerald Thomas Hall Lobby, 940 College Drive.

All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to join us for coffee, hot cocoa, and snacks. Come relax, chat, and make connections with us!

The PES Graduate Seminar will be held Jan. 28, 3:30 to 4:20 p.m., Gerald Thomas Hall, Room 200, in person or online via Zoom. Contact Rachel for Zoom info, if you prefer to attend virtually.

Elizabeth LaRue, assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Texas at El Paso, who will present on the ecological role of structural diversity.

The Master Gardener Virtual Training Program - San Juan CES will be held Jan. 29 - Apr. 28, online and optional monthly, in-person workshops.

The 16 week virtual training program is self-paced and participants may complete the course on their own time through out the week. Fee is $150 and deadline is Dec. 31 at 5 p.m.

The Eastern NM Annie's Project will be held Saturdays, Jan. 29 - Feb. 19, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tucumcari Convention Center, 1500 West Route 66 Blvd.

A national risk management program designed to empower women in agriculture. The six-week interactive course allows learning from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing, and the legal field.

Online registration available to pay with credit card or mailing a check. Early registration fee is $100 by Dec. 15; $125 afterwards. A networking lunch is included each week with the registration fee.

The Essentials of Customer Service Certificate Course will be held Jan. 31, via NMSU On-Demand.

The 12 week program is for anyone from high school age on up who wants to work in any type of customer service job. Restart New Mexico is paying the fees for the first 25 NM residents that register. Two other certificate programs will be available February 2022.

The ACES Career Fair Meet and Greet will be held Jan. 31, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Skeen Hall Rotunda, 945 College Drive.

Join us for an evening of networking with employers, faculty, and other students. Light refreshments will be served. Masks required. RSVP at Meet and Greet.

The Gardening Classes will be held Tuesdays, Feb. 1 - Apr. 26, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Albuquerque Garden Center, 10120 Lomas Blvd NE.

The Albuquerque Area Extension Master Gardener is offering in-person gardening classes for 2022! A $5 fee, per class, for non-Master Gardener members; to be paid at-the-door. Topics and speakers are subject to change without notice.

The NM Chile Conference - Hybrid will be held in-person or online Feb. 1, Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 East University Avenue or via Zoom.

The conference will feature nearly 20 different speakers, including chile researchers and experts from NMSU, the University of Arizona, and industry organizations such as the New Mexico Chile Association and Western Growers.

The Career Connections Fair will be held Feb. 1 - 2, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Corbett Center Student Union, third floor ballrooms.

Students are encouraged to register for the fair via Handshake and review the most current list of employers attending the fair. It is recommended that students research potential employers in advance and dress professionally for the fair. Resumes should be up to date and ready to distribute during the fair.

The Kitchen Creations (Bernalillo, Colfax, Mora, Torrance Counties) will be held Wednesdays, Feb. 2 - 23, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., via Zoom.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The Kitchen Creations will be held Wednesdays, Feb. 2 - 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., via Zoom.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The Kitchen Creations (Doña Ana, Hidalgo, Otero, Sierra Counties) will be held Thursdays, Feb. 3 - 24, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., via Zoom.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The Society of Range Management (SRM) Conference will be held Feb. 6 - 10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Albuquerque Convention Center.

The annual meeting will feature multiple days of technical sessions and symposia. Cost is $50.

The COVID-19 Virtual Forum will be held Feb. 9, 11 a.m. MST, online.

The topic for this month is: Long-term COVID-19 as it Relates to Allied Health. Hosted by the LSU AgCenter, as part of the EXCITE grant.

The Think Trees NM for Volunteers Workshop will be held Feb. 12, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bernalillo County Extension Office, 4-H Building, 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

Think Trees NM is always proud to provide volunteers with educational opportunities to learn more about trees.

The TexMex Horse Judging Clinic will be held Feb. 12, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Roosevelt County Fairgrounds; 705 East Lime Street.

The Clinic will provide instruction for youth and coaches of all skill levels. Online registration available with the following fees: $45/youth and $10/adult. Registration opens Dec. 13. Deadline: Jan. 28.

The Ready, Set, GROW! Webinar Series will be held every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 3 p.m., via Zoom.

With a surge in gardening questions and requests for gardening presentations the free gardening series is available to the public.

Dates: Feb. 16; Mar. 16; Apr. 20; May 18; June 15; July 20; Aug. 17; Sep. 21; Oct. 19; Nov. 16; Dec. 14

The 100 West Café Lunch - Italian will be held Feb. 16, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive. No Service - Feb. 18 - Private Event.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The 4-H | Day Camp will be held Feb. 18, 12:30 to 4 p.m., Central Elementary School.

Learn about 4-H through different hands-on activities and presentations hosted by current 4-H members.

The TAP Series (The Adjustment Project) - Lovers and Friends will be held Feb. 18, 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

The event will feature a great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, non-alcoholic beverages, and complimentary individual snacks with purchase of a beverage. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel. Reservations are recommended.

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Feb. 22 - 23, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days, via Zoom.

Online registration available! Pay with credit card or P-Card only! Fee is $45: NM residents or $90: Out-of-State residents. Deadline: Feb. 11 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The 100 West Café Lunches - American will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Feb. 23 - 25, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

Please join us for a special beverage presentation Feb. 24, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bobby Lee Lawrence Academy of Wine, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive. The theme is Sparkling Wines of the World.

The cost is $30 per person, includes six wines and a cheese and charcuterie plate. Come learn the differences between sparkling wines including Champagne, Cava, Cremant, and Prosecco.

The 100 West Café Lunches - Spanish will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Mar. 2 - 4, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The COVID-19 Virtual Forum will be held Mar. 4, 11 a.m. MST, online.

The topic for this month is: How to Talk to People about COVID-19 and the Vaccine. Hosted by the LSU AgCenter, as part of the EXCITE grant.

The Kitchen Creations will be held Tuesdays, Mar. 8 - 29, 4 to 6 p.m., in-person, Chaves CES, 200 E. Chisum, Suite 4.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The Sustainable Southwest Beef Project will be held Mar. 10, 12:30 to 4:00 p.m., Canyonlands Research Center, Dugout Ranch, Hwy 211, Mile Marker 0.

Come see the heritage Raramuri Criollo cattle and learn about novel strategies to support sustainable ranching in the southwest. The on-ranch demonstration is free and a boxed lunch will be provided.

The 100 West Café Lunches - Irish will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Mar. 16 - 18, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The TAP Series (The Adjustment Project) - Marvel will be held Mar. 18, 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

The event will feature a great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, non-alcoholic beverages, and complimentary individual snacks with purchase of a beverage. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel. Reservations are recommended.

The 100 West Café Lunches - Creole/Cajun will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Mar. 23 - 25, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Mar. 29 - 30, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days, via Zoom.

Online registration available! Pay with credit card or P-Card only! Fee is $45: NM residents or $90: Out-of-State residents. Deadline: Mar. 18 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The 100 West Café Lunches - French will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Mar. 30 - Apr. 1, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The COVID-19 Virtual Forum will be held Apr. 6, 11 a.m. MST, online.

The topic for this month is: How Does Science Work, Why Does Science Change, and the History of Vaccines. Hosted by the LSU AgCenter, as part of the EXCITE grant.

The 100 West Café Lunches - Southwestern/Mexican will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Apr. 6 - 8, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The Kitchen Creations will be held Wednesdays, Apr. 6 - 27, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., in-person, Bernalillo CES.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The Kitchen Creations will be held Wednesdays, Apr. 6 - 27, 4 to 7 p.m., in-person, Otero CES, 401 Fairgrounds Road.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates. There is a $10 food supply fee.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The ACES Open House will be held Apr. 9, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Please join us for this free event for the whole family!

Sponsored by NM Beef Council, United States Department of Agriculture, and Farm Credit of NM.

The 100 West Café Lunch - Southern/Soul Food will be held Apr. 13, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The 100 West Café Lunches - Spring Favorites will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Apr. 20 - 22, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

Join us for our Chef Artist Dinner, Apr. 21, 5:30 p.m., opening reception and silent auction, with dinner service at 6:30 p.m., NMSU Golf Course.

We are fortunate to have Chef Andres Padilla and Friends creating a delicious five course meal with specially selected wine pairings. Cost is $125 per person.

The TAP Series (The Adjustment Project) - Breakfast Club will be held Apr. 22, 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

The event will feature a great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, non-alcoholic beverages, and complimentary individual snacks with purchase of a beverage. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel. Reservations are recommended.

The Kitchen Creations will be held Tuesdays, Apr. 26 - May 17, 4 to 7 p.m., in-person, Eddy CES.

Kitchen Creations is a free class for adults with diabetes who want to learn how to make healthy, delicious meals. Participants also will learn about food safety, how to plan meals, read food labels, and manage carbohydrates.

Kitchen Creations is free to participants through funding from the American Diabetes Association, NM Department of Health, and NMSU Cooperative Extension.

The 100 West Café Lunches - Greek will be held Wednesdays and Fridays, Apr. 27 - 29, Noon to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

Lunches are $12 per person and include your choice of soup or salad, entrée, dessert, and iced tea, water, or coffee. Same-day reservations for inside dining or pre-orders for carryout service. No service for Spring Break: Mar. 9 and 11 or Spring Holiday: Apr. 15.

The COVID-19 Virtual Forum will be held May 4, 11 a.m. MST, online.

The topic for this month is: Health Disparities and COVID-19: Why are Some Communities Hit Harder? . Hosted by the LSU AgCenter, as part of the EXCITE grant.

The Capitals Summit will be held June 13 – 16, NM Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum.

For more information or to request attendance to the Capitals Summit, please submit the the inquiry form. Full event title: Appreciative Inquiry and Community Capitals Summit: Creating a Shared Vision of a Resilient Food System.