# Event Details - **Event Name**: Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am – Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join our open house to learn about opportunities in agriculture. Open to young adults 18+ families, school groups welcome.About this EventThis workshop is for young adults with disability (must be 18+) who want to learn horticulture skills to be successful in the workplace.Please join the waitlist for more information! You will receive a phone call from our office to discuss the program in more detail and verify it will be a good fit.Program information:10-week course: Every Friday starting on January 9th, 9:30- Noon.Classroom + Hands-On Training: Gain both theoretical and practical skills.In person: At the UF/ IFAS Brevard County Extension 3695 Lake Dr. Cocoa, FL 32926.**This program is best suited for young adults with disabilities exploring career paths who are ready to build hands-on skills for future employment in agriculture. Participants should be comfortable with group activities, outdoor tasks, and following multi-step directions.For more details or to sign up, please reach out to our Regional Specialized 4-H Agent, Vanessa Spero, at or call 321-615-7323NOTE: Classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low registration or other circumstances, with full refunds issued for paid events. Similar classes or events often are offered on future dates.The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact the UF/IFAS Brevard County Extension Office at brevard@ifas.ufl.edu or (321) 633-1702 at least 2 weeks in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cocoa/roots-to-work-growing-agriculture-skills-for-independence/100001563996588899 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cocoa - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County - **lat**: 28.3595092 - **long**: -80.7812759 - **full address**: UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c1b6d1857c8476a7341b0f113a6bdb4c786e151a3e405e6dd5c210a9f0c28515-rimg-w1200-h600-dc016945-gmir.jpg?v=1763436686 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence being held? - **A:** Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence takes place on Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am to Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm at UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence? - **A:** Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence? - **A:** Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence is organized by UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Roots to Work: Growing agriculture skills for independence is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cocoa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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