Monday, Oct. 6, 2014
4-H Week
When: Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, 8 a.m. to Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, 11:59 p.m.
National 4-H Week
When: Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, 8 a.m. to Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, 10 p.m.
Description:
4-H members and volunteers from across the nation will be celebrating National 4-H Week!
Session topic:
4-H members and volunteers will be having local events to celebrate National 4-H week such as attending church as a group, putting up displays, and community service projects.
MU Extension Agriculture Connection (Session 14 of 52)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Where:
107.7 The Lake
1225 Hwy 39 S , Stockton MO
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This is a once a week radio program that we do on 107.7 The Lake Radio Station in Stockton Mo. on an relevant agricultural topic.
Kinship Care Committee (Session 7 of 7)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where:
St. Andrew Lutheran Church
804 N. Cape Rock dr, Cape Girardeau MO
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This committee plans and conducts each year a conference for grandparents raising their grandchildren. The committee consists of agency personnel with the chair of the committee from MU Extension.
Session topic:
Agency personnel meet to plan a conference for grandparents and any other relative who are raising children other than their own.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Higginsville) (Session 2 of 10)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where:
Grace United Methodist Church
16 W 15th St., , Higginsville MO
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Stay Strong Stay Healthy is a strength training program to help men and women increase strength, flexibility and balance. Missouri's Stay Strong Stay Healthy (SSSH) program was designed to increase middle-age and older adults' access to a safe, structured and effective strength training program. Participants are made to feel comfortable regardless of their current fitness level so they can safely participate and gradually build the strength beneficial for health.
Registration:
To register, please contact the Lafayette County Extension Office at 660-584-3658 or email the instructor.
Registration
deadline:
9/20/2014
4-H/FFA Farm Safety Day
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where:
Lake Wappapello Visitors Center
Wappapello MO
Description:
Field Trip for 7th grade students at Lake Wappapello
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy,- Advanced, Bates County (Session 8 of 20)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Where:
Bates County Memorial Hospital
615 Nursery Street, Butler MO
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The goal of the Advanced SSSH program is to increase on the fitness base acquired from SSSH by adding new and more challenging exercises. Advanced SSSH is designed to challenge older adults in new and different ways, to help avoid staleness and plateaus, and to improve activities of daily living. This program features exercises using resistance from body weight, hand weights, and ankle weights. It also features balance exercises, core exercises, low back exercises, and flexibility exercises.
Session topic:
Class members will warm-up, complete 2 sets of a series of 9-10 exercises and then cool down.
Registration:
Call the Bates County University of Missouri Extension office at 660-679-4167 for registration information.
Cooking Matters at the Grocery Store (Session 1 of 6)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Where:
C and R Supermarket
Fulton MO
Description:
Guided grocery store tour. Tour information covers economic purchases and selecting nutritious foods. Tours will be held on Mondays times will be arranged as participants register.
Session topic:
Tour of a local grocery store. Focus of the tour will be purchasing nutritious, good tasting foods on a budget. At the conclusion participants will take part in the 10 dollar challenge.
Purchase 1 meal of nutritious food for 10 dollars or less.
Registration:
Contact Chris Merritt at 636=456-3444 or by email at merrittc@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
12/1/2014
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Bates (Session 7 of 20)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 11 a.m. to noon
Where:
Bates County Memorial Hospital
615 W. Nursery, Butler MO
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A series of eight strengthening exercises will be completed in each class with a warm-up and cool down period. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to gain strength, flexibility and balance.
Session topic:
Participants will complete a warm-up, 2 sets each of 8 strength training exercises, and a cool down.
Registration:
call Bates County Extension at 660-679-4167
Tai Chi for Health - UMKC (Session 5 of 12)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, noon to 12:50 p.m.
Where:
UMKC - Volker Campus
Kansas City MO
Description:
Tai Chi for Health is easy to learn for relaxation, strengthening mind and body, and improving health and fitness. The gentle movements of Tai Chi have been shown to improve coordination, balance, flexibility, muscle strength, and posture. Tai Chi helps create a sense of well-being while facilitating mind/body awareness and reducing stress.
Registration:
University of Missouri Extension 816-252-5051
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy for special needs adults (Session 2 of 10)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where:
Session 1 on 9/29 will be held at the MU Extension Center in Callaway County, 5803 County Rd. 302, Fulton, MO.
All other sessions will be held at 300 Pioneer St. in Fulton, MO
Fulton MO
Description:
10 week basic strength training program.
Session topic:
Session 1 on 9/29 will be held at the MU Extension Center in Callaway County, 5803 County Rd. 302, Fulton, MO.
All other sessions will be held at 300 Pioneer St. in Fulton, MO
Registration:
Contact Chris merritt by phone at 636-456-3444 or by email merrittc@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
9/29/2014
Stay Strong, Stay HealthyAdvanced (Session 4 of 10)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:
Stone County Courthouse Annex
Galena MO
Description:
The Advanced Stay Strong Stay Healthy program was developed in 2009 by a team of MU Extension Specialists to meet the increasing need for a follow-up program to the 10 week Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program.
The goal of the Advanced SSSH program is to increase on the fitness base acquired from SSSH by adding new and more challenging exercises. Advanced SSSH is designed to challenge older adults in new and different ways, to help avoid staleness and plateaus, and to improve activities of daily living. This program features exercises using resistance from body weight, hand weights, and ankle weights. It also features balance exercises, core exercises, low back exercises, and flexibility exercises.
Session topic:
Session 4 of 10
Registration:
Call the Stone County University Extension Office 417-357-6812
Registration
deadline:
9/12/2014
Team Nutrition for Child Care (Session 4 of 7)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Description:
The program director and staff from Monett 2 HeadStart center will participate in the MFH Eat Smart/MOveSmart program. A program to encourage providers to incorporate more healthy eating habits and environments and physical activity into their program plans. The program supports physical activity and the reduction of childhood obesity.
Session topic:
Setting the Stage for Eating Well – The Nutrition Environment (1 hour)
Healthy Habits for Life – Teaching Nutrition to Preschoolers (1 hour)
Registration:
In-house training
Registration
deadline:
9/18/2014
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Session 1 of 10)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where:
300 Pioneer street I Fulton, MO
300 Pioneer Dr, Fulton MO
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Basic Stay Strong Stay Healthy 10 week program.
Session topic:
Session 1 of ten. Pre course measures will be taken and exercises introduced.
Registration:
To register contact the MU Extension Center in Callaway County 573-642-0755. YOu may also stop at the Extension Center 5803 County Rd 302, Fulton, MO or email Chris Merritt; merrittc@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
10/1/2014
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Maysville Sept-Nov, 2014 (Session 7 of 21)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where:
Maysville United Methodist Church
400 West Main Street, Maysville MO
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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an ten-week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The class will meet once a week.
We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
Registration:
Call Janet at the Harrison County Extension office 660-425-6434 to register.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Advanced - Maysville Sept-Nov, 2014 (Session 7 of 22)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where:
Maysville United Methodist Church
400 West Main Street, Maysville MO
map...Description:
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an ten-week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The class will meet once a week.
We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
Registration:
Call Janet at the Harrison County Extension office 660-425-6434 to register.
Putnam County 4-H Council Meeting (Session 5 of 6)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where:
Putnam County Courthouse
Unionville MO
Description:
The By-monthly Putnam County 4-H Council Business Meeting
Session topic:
By-Monthly Putnam County 4-H Council Business Meeting
Master Gardener core class series- Cole County (Session 8 of 12)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Where:
Cole County Extension Center
2436 Tanner Bridge Rd, Jefferson City MO
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Twelve classes will be held at this office from August 18th until November 10th on Monday evenings. Class time is 6 to 9:15 pm.. Trained Master Gardeners, Extension Specialists and instructors from the University of Missouri will teach the classes. Topics may include, but are not limited to: plant growth; soils; vegetables; fruit; insects; woody ornamentals, turf and landscaping.
Session topic:
Plant disease
Registration:
Send payment to Cole County Extension Center, Attn: MG course; 2436 Tanner Bridge Road; Jefferson City, MO 65101. Make check payable to Cole County Extension Center. Or stop by during office hours- 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
573/634-2824 more...
Focus on Kids - Alternative Dispute Resolution (Session 4 of 12)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where:
Courthouse meeting room
100 West Franklin Street, Clinton MO
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The 27th Judicial Circuit requires a monthly one-hour class called Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). It is an overview of what individuals might experience if they are mandated to have their court case mediated. This free class is open to the public with no pre-registration required.
Session topic:
Participants learn ways to resolve disputes. In addition, they learn what to expect if they must use mediation and how to prepare for a mediation session. They also gain understanding of why the courts believe mediation is in their best interest.
Registration:
No pre-registration required
2014 Howell County 4-H Council
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Howell County Extension Center
217 Aid Ave, West Plains MO
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Members and volunteers from each 4-H Club in the county are invited to work together to plan and implement county 4-H programs and activities. Work includes managing funds, awarding scholarships, planning events such as fair, leader trainings, camps and other educational opportunities.
The council usually meets on the first Monday of September, February, May and July at the Howell County Extension Office at 6 p.m.
Session topic:
October 6 at 6 p.m., join 4-H members and club leaders at the Howell County Extension Center for the first 4-H Council meeting of 2015. Information on the agenda include: enrollment training, county dues, and planning for the future.
Tai Chi for Arthritis-Raytown (Session 5 of 6)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
Norfleet Elementary School
6140 Norfleet Raod, Raytown 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.
Registration:
816-268-7119
Marion County Council Meeting (Session 4 of 9)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Marion County Courthouse
100 S. Main, 2nd floor courtroom, Palmyra MO
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Marion County Extension Council Meeting more...
Session topic:
Monthly Business meeting.
Registration:
Monthly business meeting of Marion County Extension Council.
Facilitator: Sherry Nelson
NelsonS@missouri.edu Phone: 573-769-2177
Putnam County Club Leader Training
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Putnam County Courthouse, Old Soldiers Room
1601 Mail Street, Unionville MO
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At this training staff will provide Putnam County 4-H club leaders with the information they will need to make the coming 4-H year a success.
Session topic:
At this training staff will provide Putnam County 4-H club leaders with the information they will need to make the coming 4-H year a success.
Barton County Extension Council Meeting (Session 3 of 5)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Wolfe Building, Gardner Room
801 E 12th St, Lamar MO
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Monthly meeting of the Barton County Extension Council to review Extension programs and expenditures and plan for future educational programing
4-H Council Meeting (Session 5 of 6)
When: Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
684 W Jackson Trail, Jackson MO
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The 4-H Council meets to discuss business which affects Cape County 4-H. Each club has 2 representatives on the Council who are eligible to vote.