Below is a listing of events occurring in December at Escambia County Extension. For more information about Extension events, please call 850-475-5230, visit escambia.ifas.ufl.edu or like Escambia Extension on Facebook.

A listing of events happening in December at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Join Escambia County and District 3 Commissioner Lumon May for the second annual Holiday Youth Extravaganza Saturday, Dec. 8, featuring singing, dancing, giveaways and more for the community to enjoy. The event will take place at 6 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

A listing of events happening in November at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 37 tons (75,240 pounds) of debris during the Oct. 17 Navy Point/Bayou Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe.

Residents in the Navy Point/Bayou Davenport area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Oct. 17 during the Navy Point/Bayou Davenport Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected.

Escambia County will be teaming up with several agencies and nonprofit organizations to host the fourth annual Escambia Cares Community Resource Expo, a free event designed to provide a one-stop shop for community resources and services. The expo will take place Saturday, Oct. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 32 tons (64,340 pounds) of debris during the Oct. 3 Crescent Lake Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Residents in the Crescent Lake area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Oct. 3 during the Crescent Lake Neighborhood Cleanup in District 1. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected. The general cleanup area is south of East Shore Drive, north of Michigan Avenue, east of Crescent Lake and west of Empire Drive.

Residents in the Crescent Lake area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Oct. 3 during the Crescent Lake Neighborhood Cleanup in District 1. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected. The general cleanup area is south of East Shore Drive, north of Michigan Avenue, east of Crescent Lake and west of Empire Drive.

A listing of events happening in October at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County collected and disposed of approximately 30 tons (57,960 pounds) of debris during the Sept. 19 Brownsville Northwest Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Residents in the Navy Point/Bayou Davenport area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Oct. 17 during the Navy Point/Bayou Davenport Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected.

Escambia County will be teaming up with several agencies and nonprofit organizations to host the fourth annual Escambia Cares Community Resource Expo, a free event designed to provide a one-stop shop for community resources and services. The expo will take place Saturday, Oct. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

Residents in the Brownsville area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Sept. 19 during the Brownsville Northwest Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected.

A listing of events happening in September at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Residents in the Brownsville area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Sept. 19 during the Brownsville Northwest Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 44 tons (88,920 pounds) of debris during the Aug. 15 Brownsville/Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Residents in the Brownsville/Englewood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Aug. 15 during the Brownsville/Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

With the final six homes completed and turned over to homeowners on Front Street in Century on Friday, Aug. 10, Escambia County is closing its tornado recovery efforts under the State Housing Initiatives Partnership, or SHIP, Program.

Escambia County's Youth Employment Program gave 76 local youth the opportunity to gain paid work experience over the summer in various county departments.

Residents in the Brownsville/Englewood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Aug. 15 during the Brownsville/Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 28 tons (56,560 pounds) of debris during the Ebonwood Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

A listing of events happening in August at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County is offering two free after school programs for youth starting this fall at the Brownsville Community Resource Center and the Ebonwood Community Center, providing a stimulating environment for students five days a week.

Residents in the Ebonwood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, July 18 during the Ebonwood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

The Board of County Commissioners is soliciting applications for representatives to the Escambia-Pensacola Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 23 tons (46,740 pounds) of debris during the June 13 Mayfair North Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Residents in the Ebonwood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, July 18 during the Ebonwood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

A listing of events happening in July at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Residents in the Mayfair area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, June 13 during the Mayfair North Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2.

The Board of County Commissioners is soliciting applications for representatives to the Escambia-Pensacola Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.

Residents in the Mayfair area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, June 13 during the Mayfair North Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2.

A listing of events happening in June at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County students ages 5-15 are invited to participate in the Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp and Feeding Program June 4 through Aug. 10 at the Ebonwood Community Center, located at 3511 W. Scott St. This free summer program promotes a strong and healthy lifestyle while building youth's learning skills, attitudes and behaviors.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 49 tons (99,020 pounds) of debris during the May 9 Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Residents in the Englewood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, May 9 during the Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

Escambia County students ages 5-15 are invited to participate in the Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp and Teen Leadership Program at the Brownsville Community Resource Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St. Play, Learn, Grow offers a stimulating environment for youth ages 5-12, with recreation, arts and crafts, educational activities and more. The Teen Leadership Program is open to youth ages 13-15.

A listing of events happening in May at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 59 tons (119,240 pounds) of debris during the April 18 Brownsville Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Escambia County is seeking youth ages 16-24 who are interested in an opportunity to get paid work experience this summer through the Escambia County Youth Employment Program. Applications will be accepted starting Monday, April 23.

Residents in the Brownsville area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, April 18 during the Brownsville Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

Residents in the Englewood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, May 9 during the Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

The Escambia County Neighborhood & Human Services Department is accepting applications for the spring cycle of the Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini Grant Program, funded through the county’s Community Development Block Grant Program. Applications are due Friday, June 29 by 4:30 p.m.

Escambia County joins the National Community Development Association in celebrating National Community Development Week, focusing on the contributions that the Community Development Block Grant Program has provided for Escambia County residents.

Escambia County students ages 5-15 are invited to participate in the Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp and Feeding Program June 4 through Aug. 10 at the Ebonwood Community Center, located at 3511 W. Scott St. This free summer program promotes a strong and healthy lifestyle while building youth's learning skills, attitudes and behaviors.

Residents in the Brownsville area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, April 18 during the Brownsville Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

Escambia County's Play, Learn, Grow after school program will host a special spring break program Monday, March 26 through Thursday, March 29 from noon to 5:30 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Resource Center, 3200 W. De Soto St. The program is free and open to youth in grades K-12, including those who have never participated in the Play, Learn, Grow after school program.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 39 tons (78,680 pounds) of debris during the March 14 Myrtle Grove Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

A listing of events happening in April at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Residents in the Myrtle Grove area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, March 14 during the Myrtle Grove Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2.

Escambia County students ages 5-15 are invited to participate in the Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp and Teen Leadership Program at the Brownsville Community Resource Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St. Play, Learn, Grow offers a stimulating environment for youth ages 5-12, with recreation, arts and crafts, educational activities and more. The Teen Leadership Program is open to youth ages 13-15.

Escambia County's Play, Learn, Grow after school program will host a special spring break program Monday, March 26 through Thursday, March 29 from noon to 5:30 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Resource Center, 3200 W. De Soto St. The program is free and open to youth in grades K-12, including those who have never participated in the Play, Learn, Grow after school program.

A listing of events happening in March at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County will host a Black History Month program and celebration Thursday, Feb. 22, featuring performances from local youth, live entertainment and more. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Resource Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

In an effort to keep local neighborhoods clean and safe, Escambia County helped to pick up 12.71 tons, or 25,420 pounds, of debris during the Atwood/Northcross Neighborhood Cleanup on Feb. 14.

Residents in the Myrtle Grove area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, March 14 during the Myrtle Grove Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2.

Several local neighborhoods are about to get a little brighter, thanks to Escambia County’s Safe Neighborhood Street Light Program installing an additional 517 lights across five Community Redevelopment Areas and Safe Neighborhoods.

Escambia County is sponsoring a series of job readiness workshops beginning Tuesday, Feb. 6, providing job seekers with information and training to enhance their chances of being work-ready when the right job comes along. The workshops are free and open to the public.

Escambia County will host a Black History Month program and celebration Thursday, Feb. 22, featuring performances from local youth, live entertainment and more. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Resource Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

A listing of events happening in February at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Residents in the Atwood/Northcross area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Feb. 14 during the Atwood/Northcross Neighborhood Cleanup in District 4.

A listing of events happening in January at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Join Escambia County and District 3 Commissioner Lumon May for the first-ever Holiday Youth Extravaganza Saturday, Dec. 16, featuring singing, dancing, giveaways and more for the community to enjoy. The event will take place at 6 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.