Thursday, May 16, 2013
ESMYC - 2013 Radical Challenge Leader Orientation
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where:
Earnest Shepherd Youth Center
610 E. Shepherd Road
Description:
This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
Session topic:
This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
KMZU Radio Interview - High Tunnel Irrigation
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Session topic:
This live radio interview will cover the topic of high-tunnel irrigation to produce vegetables for produce markets and home use.
QuickBooks for Beginners
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
Lafayette County Extension Center
14 E. 19th St., Higginsville MO
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Hands-on workshop to learn the basics of QuickBooks. This class targets businesses that have minimal experience with QuickBooks.
Registration:
Call 660-584-3658 or email wiegelw@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
5/10/2013
Cost:
$50.00
After May 10, fee increases to $60
Facilitator:
Kelly Dyer, kdyer@mochamber.com
Business Development Program SBTDC, MU Extension
phone: 573/634-3511
ESMYC - 2013 Spring Radical Challenges
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where:
Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
610 E Shepherd Rd, Liberty MO
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This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The program falls under experiential education or hands-on learning. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour workshop.
Session topic:
This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The program falls under experiential education or hands-on learning. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour
Facilitator:
Kelly Dyer, kdyer@mochamber.com
Business Development Program SBTDC, MU Extension
phone: 573/634-3511
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Session 4 of 10)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where:
Forsyth Presbytarian Church
Forsyth MO
Description:
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) is a 10 week strength training program for older adults
Session topic:
First of 10 sessions. A pre-assessment will be conducted for each participant
Registration:
Call the Taney County University Extension Office 417-546-4431
Cost:
$0.00
$25.00 for 10 sessions
Focus on Kids - Phelps
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where:
Phelps County Extension Office
200 N Main Street, Rolla MO
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The purpose of Focus on Kids is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after separation and divorce.
Session topic:
The purpose of Focus on Kids is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after separation and divorce.
Registration:
To register for this class please call the Phelps County Extension Office at (573)458-6260.
Cooking Matters (Session 5 of 6)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 10 a.m. to noon
Where:
JOPLIN WIC CLINIC AT HEALTH DEPT
321 E. 4th, Joplin MO
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Cooking Matters is a culinary-based nutrition education program that aims at reducing food insecurity and empowering individuals and families with skills to cook at home.
Session topic:
Two hours include: engaging Nutrition & food safety discussions and food preparation. Participants make two recipes and enjoy eating together and discussing skills learned in class. Participants also take home groceries to make one of the recipe at home
Registration:
Registrations will be coordinated by Human resources office: Jan Thurman, Project Director,Human Services Campus,JOPLIN FAMILY YMCA
5708 N School Ave.
Joplin, MO. 64801
(417) 553-4691
(619) 261-8277
MU Extension/KOLR10 Television Interview "From the Ground Up" (Session 44 of 50)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Description:
This live television program is intended to educate viewers on a wide range of topics related to gardening in the Ozarks. The KOLR10 meteorologist and others from KOLR10 television, Springfield, conduct the interview, which includes MU Extension horticulture specialists and others with gardening expertise. The program airs on Thursdays on the KOLR10 Midday Newscast, at 11:15am.
Session topic:
Young Sprouts in the Garden
Tai Chi for Arthritis-Kingswood (Session 5 of 11)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 11 a.m. to noon
Where:
Kingswood Senior Living
10000 Warnall, Kansas City MO
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Tai Chi for Arthritis is an easy and effective exercise class, integrating the mind and body, that improves flexibility, muscle strength and balance. The class is based on the Tai Chi for Arthritis program supported by the Arthritis Foundation of America.
Strength and Balance Exercises for the Elderly (Session 5 of 11)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where:
Kingswood Senior Living
10000 Wornall, Kansas City MO
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The Strength and Balance Exercises for the Elderly program is to help frail seniors learn to improve their mobility and balance and reduce risk of falls. The program focuses on breathing, strength, stretch, coordination, and balance.
4-H Community Wide Day Ripley
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where:
Library Annex Building
207 Locust Street , Doniphan MO
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Do you have children ages 5-18? Have you ever wondered about 4-H or want your child to belong to something? If so come to the Ripley County 4-H Community Wide Day.
4-H Action Committee for Greene County
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
MU Extension Conference Room
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield MO
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Meeting of the 4-H Action Committee to address ways to move funding and support for 4-H in Greene County forward. Committee will address establishment of a 4-H endowment as well as other issues that impact 4-H in Greene County.
Session topic:
Agenda items: County 4-H dues; mileage for specialist; use of Botanical Center; policies limiting participation in 4-H fair; 4-H endowment; 4-H audits and checking accounts; United Way funding; funding YPA; improvement of 4-H communication and meetings.
Registration:
Public meeting
4-H Council Meeting
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where:
2nd floor of the courthouse
Court House, 100 Court House Sq Ste 7, Doniphan MO
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4-H Council Meeting. If you are a 4-H member of volunteer you need to attend this meeting.
Operation JumpStart (Session 2 of 12)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Douglas C. Greene Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Southeast MO State University
Also the class will be available via live ITV at the Southeast Regional Campus in Sikeston, MO
920 Broadway, Cape Girardeau MO
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Operation JumpStart is a hands-on 36 hour training program designed to help aspiring and existing entrepreneurs determine the feasibility of their business ideas while building essential business planning and preparation skills.
Session topic:
A hands-on, 36-hour training program designed to help aspiring and existing entrepreneurs determine the feasibility of their business ideas while building essential business planning and preparation skills.
Registration:
Register online more...
Registration
deadline:
5/9/2013
Facilitator:
Glenna Ervin, gervin@semo.edu
Southeast Missouri State University SBTDC
phone: 573/651-2929
Master Gardener in Nevada (Session 9 of 9)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Fairgrounds
Centennial Blvd., Nevada MO
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Master Gardener Training in Nevada, MO
Session topic:
master gardener training
Registration:
Application due by March 14. Cost is $175 and includes 30 hours of training, notebook, one-time state fees, name tag. Must be able to do 30 hours of volunteer time time back the first year.
Registration
deadline:
3/14/2013
Building Strong Families (Session 10 of 10)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Clinton Christian Church
1201 East Ohio, Clinton MO
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MOPS parenting classes are monthly classes held during the school year for Mothers of Preschoolers. Topics include enrichment and education to encourage strong parent/child relationships.
Session topic:
Mothers of Preschooler parenting and family program
Registration:
No pre-registration required. Call Lisa Wallace at 660.885.5556 for information or email her at wallacel@missouri.edu. Fee is $25 a year.
Serving on Public Boards Training Program - Unionville (Session 1 of 2)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Where:
Putnam County R-I High School EPN Room
801 South 20th Street, Unionville MO
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2 night program to assist public governmental boards to understand the Sunshine Law in Missouri in addition to their other board responsibilties. Topics to be covered include: What the Sunshine Law Is and What it means to Your Board, Fiscal Responsibilties of Boards, How to Hold an Effective Meeting, Record Retention, Board Procedures and Personnel Policies and University of Missouri Extension Resources for Boards.
Registration
deadline:
5/10/2013
Serving on Public Boards Training Program - Kahoka (Session 1 of 2)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Where:
Clark County High School ITV Room
680 East Main Street , Kahoka MO
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2 night program to assist public governmental boards to understand the Sunshine Law in Missouri in addition to their other board responsibilties. Topics to be covered include: What the Sunshine Law Is and What it means to Your Board, Fiscal Responsibilties of Boards, How to Hold an Effective Meeting, Record Retention, Board Procedures and Personnel Policies and University of Missouri Extension Resources for Boards.
Serving on Public Boards Training Program - Edina (Session 1 of 2)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Where:
Knox County R-I High School EPN Room
RR3 Hwy 6 East , Edina MO
map...Description:
2 night program to assist public governmental boards to understand the Sunshine Law in Missouri in addition to their other board responsibilties. Topics to be covered include: What the Sunshine Law Is and What it means to Your Board, Fiscal Responsibilties of Boards, How to Hold an Effective Meeting, Record Retention, Board Procedures and Personnel Policies and University of Missouri Extension Resources for Boards.
Registration
deadline:
5/10/2013
Growing Knowlege at the Farm series (Session 15 of 18)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Rutledge Wilson Farm Park
3825 W. Farm Road 146, Springfield MO
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A series of classes for fruit and vegetable growers, designed to help you build your skills as a gardener.
Session topic:
All about vegetable diseases
Registration:
Preregistration required
The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Cole County Extension Center
2436 Tanner Bridge Rd., Jefferson City MO
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Preparing a business plan is one of the most daunting tasks in starting and running a successful business. It could also be the most critical task! Our seminar will explain the fundamentals everyone needs to know before “putting pen to paper.” Attending this seminar will reduce your frustration and save you time and ultimately money. This program is for current and future business owners and focuses on understanding the key components of a business plan. It will also provide guidelines for style, appearance to help create a professional look for your business plan, and other tools and assistance in business planning. Enroll in both this class and Starting A Small Business – The First Steps and receive a $10 discount. more...
Microsoft Excel for Farm & Business Managers (Session 2 of 2)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Lafayette County Extension Center
14 East 19th Street, Higginsville MO
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How to use Excel for financial management and analysis more...
Session topic:
How to use Excel for financial management and analysis
Registration:
Phone 660-584-3658
Registration
deadline:
5/10/2013
Cost:
$40.00
After May 10th, fee increases to $50.00
Facilitator:
Kelly Dyer, kdyer@mochamber.com
Business Development Program SBTDC, MU Extension
phone: 573/634-3511
Focus on Kids - Pike County (Session 2 of 9)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
1st Floor Pike County Courthouse meeting room at 115 West Main; Bowling Green, MO 63334 Come to the east door to enter the building.
115 West Main, Bowling Green MO
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Parent education class for divorcing or separating parents with children. Parents will learn about ways to manage conflicts and disagreements and techniques that can improve communication with co-parent.
Registration:
2013 Focus on Kids Classes in Pike County are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month with the exception of March which is scheduled on the fourth Thursday and September through November which will be the second Thursday of the month. Call 573-324-5464 to register. If you are more than 10 minutes late for the class, you will need to reschedule. Payment of $35 in the form of a money order or cash is required 48 hours prior to the date of the session you are registered to attend. The fee can be mailed to:
University of Missouri Extension
115 West Main
Bowling Green, MO 63334
Community Garden Twilight 'Walk and Talk' (Session 1 of 2)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
NE Corner of Broadway and Anderson. Parking in the Montessori School parking lot (directly across Anderson from 719 W. Broadway) is ok if no after school hour event is ongoing.
719 West Broadway , Columbia MO
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Join us for a casual Community Garden one hour discussion about a variety of growth and pest issues related to vegetable gardening. The location this month is the Circus Lyons garden, with the host garden leader- Dan Cullimore. Also joining will be the Community Garden Coalition and Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture. This free event open to all.
Session topic:
Some highlights will be benefits of raised beds, discussion on warm season veggie planting, fertility, and issues with cool season vegetable plant development e.g. need to thin root crops like beets and carrots.
Registration:
E-mail the Boone County Extension Center at-
Booneco@missouri.edu
Just your name and how many that will attend.
Registration
deadline:
5/15/2013
Eat Smart Guidelines - Lessons 1 & 2 St. Francois County
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
The Factory in Farmington
200 West First Street
Farmington, MO 63640
200 West First Sreet, Farmington MO
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2 1-hour workshops for child care providers:
Good Food: Basic Nutrition for Kids and You
Childhood obesity and Missouri Eat Smart Guidelines for Child Care
The "Eating Well--Basic Nutrition for Kids and for You" training gives an overview of basic nutrition facts and introduces MyPlate as a tool to choosing healthy foods.
"Childhood Obesity and Missouri's Eat Smart Guidelines for Child Care" Training will discuss the current childhood obesity epidemic and how it relates to child care. It also introduces the Missouri Eat Smart Child Care initiative as a way to improve child care meals.
Session topic:
Eat Smart 1 & 2: Eating well:Basic Nutrition for Kids and for You,
and Childhood Obesity and Missouri's East Smart Guidellines for Childcare
1890 East 9th St
Registration:
University of Missouri Extension - St Francois County
phone: 573-756-0412 more...
Money Matters at St. Louis County Library - Natural Bridge (Session 3 of 4)
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
St. Louis County Library Natural Bridge Branch is located at 7606 Natural Bridge Rd. in Normandy
7606 Natural Bridge Rd
Description:
Free, financial and investing workshops for parents and teenagers starting in April. The Money Matter series will be held at multiple branches, starting with the Natural Bridge Branch on April 11 at 6:30 p.m. The Natural Bridge Branch is located at 7606 Natural Bridge Rd. in Normandy.
The Money Matters workshops will allow parents and teens to learn about making the right choices with their money. The four–session series will cover budgeting, banking, credit, and saving and investing. Parents will learn these basics to put their kids on the right path to financial responsibility. Teens attending concurrent sessions will play interactive games to learn the same concepts. Refreshments will be provided at each session.
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Session topic:
Money Matters - Financial institutions, managing bank accounts
Registration:
Program dates for the first Money Matters series at the St. Louis County Library Natural Bridge Branch are as follows:
Thursday, April 11, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 9, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 16, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 13, 6:30 p.m.
The workshops are free, but registration is required by calling 314-994-3300 or online at www.slcl.org/events. For more information on the Money Matters workshop, including additional session dates and locations, please visit www.slcl.org/moneymatters.
more...
Registration
deadline:
4/10/2013