March 19 - 25

All Week 

• Health & Hygiene Drive: Drop supplies at N6 Ag Science Center or 108 Gluck Equine Research Center
  Throughout Ag Week, CAFE Staff Council will be collecting health and hygeiene supplies for Arbor Youth Services, Lexington's nonprofit emergency youth shelter and advocacy group. Needed supplies include laundry detergent, hygiene supplies, cleaning supplies, gas or grocery gift cards, etc. 
• MANRRS Apparel Fundraiser: Support the UK Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) by purchasing limited edition CAFE apparel. Click here to access the online store that will remain open until March 29. 

Sunday, March 19 

• Charity Cycle for Campus Kitchen: 12:15 – 1:00 PM at CycleBar Fritz Farm
  The UK Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition is hosting a charity ride at CycleBar Fritz Farm in the Summit. All proceeds will benefit UK Campus Kitchen, a student-powered organization dedicated to reducing food waste and eliminating food insecurity. Click here for more information and to RSVP

Monday, March 20 - My Ag Story

• Careers and Commodities Kickoff 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM at Ag North Ground Floor
  Join a UK Collegiate Farm Bureau and a dozen Kentucky agricultural organizations to learn about internship and job opportunities, snap a professional headshot, receive resume advice, and grab a free #UKYagweek t-shirt. Click here to read more about this event made possible by Ag Credit. 
• CAFE Ambassador Application Deadline
  Gain leadership experience, expand your professional network and earn academic credit by joining the college’s student ambassador program. Click here for details and to apply. 
  
• Kentucky 4-H Visual Letter Contest Deadline: Youth across Kentucky are invited to creatively express their gratitude for our farmers! Entries will be uploaded to the Kentucky 4-H Facebook page on Wednesday (March 22) where followers can vote for their favorite artwork. Click here for more information. 

Tuesday, March 21 - Ag Trivia + National Ag Day

• Ag Trivia Night at Mirror Twin Brewing at 6:00 PM at 725 National Ave
  Grab a friend, and join students, faculty, staff and alumni for a fun evening and test your ag knowledge! This event is sponsored by the UK CAFE Alumni Association. 

Wednesday, March 22 - Thank A Farmer

• Gratitude Cards: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the Ag North Wellness Room (N24) Gratitude is good for the soul and good for each other! Stop by to pick up a pre-stamped card to mail to a farmer or someone special in your life. 
• Farm to Fork Lunch Pickup: 11:00 to 1:00 PM in the Ag North Wellness Room (N24) or 207 Funkhouser 
  RSVP on BBNvolved to pick up a free, nutritious lunch from UK Campus Kitchen. 
• Undergrad Research Drop-In Advising: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in 211 Funkhouser 
  There are no shortage of research opportunities in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Visit the Office of Undergraduate Research to learn how you can get started, search for projects related to your interests and even earn academic credit for the experience.
• Education Abroad First Steps: 2:30 PM via Zoom
  Start planning your international adventure now. UK Education Abroad Peer Ambassadors will explain the in’s and out’s of planning your program, including details on academic credit, internships, scholarships and more. Be sure to check out the Summer 2023 programs still accepting applications including Environmental Studies in Costa Rica and Distillation Studies in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• UK Horticulture Club Cabin Fever Sale: 3:00 to 6:00 PM at UK Greenhouse 12 (150 Hospital Drive)
  Students in the UK Horticulture Club will be selling a variety of plants including herbs, veggies, native plants and house plants. Click here for a photo and directions to this campus greenhouse.

Thursday, March 23 - My Ag POV

• Keeneland Hiring Center: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 
  Job seekers may find a wide variety of seasonal, part-time, full-time positions at Keeneland. On Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout March, on-site interviews will be conducted to all positions. Click here for more details and to browse openings. 
• Pre-Vet Virtual Information Session: 4:00 PM (EST) Register via Zoom
  High school students and transfer students interested in veterinary medicine are invited to hear from UK’s pre-vet advisor, learn how to prepare, and hear from current pre-vet and veterinary medicine students.
• Pakistani Cooking - Whippin in the Kitchen w UK SAB: 5:30 to 7:30 PM in The Food Connection at The 90
  Join UK SAB to cook (and eat!) a traditional Pakistani dish in the college's teaching kitchen. Spaces are limited and open on a first come, first served basis. Arrive early to secure your spot!

Friday, March 24 - Ag Gives All

• Ag Gives All Service Day: Cancelled due to inclement weather
• (Registration Deadline) Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit: On Wednesday, March 29, join a full day of workshops, networking, and conversations connecting local food professionals and advocates. Click here for more info and to register. 

Saturday, March 25  

• City of Lexington Hazardous Waste Disposal: 1631 Old Frankfort Pike
  As a part of Lexington Water Week, Fayette County residents can drop off the hazardous materials that have accumulated in their homes. The city will properly dispose of them, free of charge. Click here for more information.
• Downtown Lexington Farmers Market: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Fifth Third Pavilion 
• Trees Lexington Tree Giveaway: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Greyline Station, 101 W Loudon Ave
  The Fayette County Conservation District of Kentucky and Trees Lexington is hosting a tree giveaway - one tree per address. Arborists will be available to assist with selecting one of 25 available species. Visit their Facebook page for more information.