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Tuesday, July 17, 2012
2012 4-H Camp
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 9 a.m. to Thursday, July 19, 2012, 4 p.m.
Where:
Winderemere Conference Center- Spring Valley Auditorium
Roach MO
Description:
4-H Residential Camp
Blazin the 4-H Trail: A wild west adventure more...
Session topic:
4-H Residential Camp
Blazin the 4-H Trail: A Wild West Adventure
Registration
deadline:
7/1/2012
Accounting Basics for Small Businesses (Session 2 of 4)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 9 a.m. to noon
Where:
Missouri State University's Glass Hall (west entrance)
901 S National Ave, Springfield MO
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With a solid understanding of basic accounting principles, business owners and bookkeepers can effectively communicate and interpret the financial results of their business. This program will provide participants with a solid foundation for developing their small business accounting methods, while serving as a platform for understanding and applying concepts presented in other SBTDC seminars related to business finances, such as QuickBooks® and Understanding Financial Statements. This class is focused on the small business owner or prospective owner who wants to understand accounting basics in order to determine how to set up bookkeeping practices for a business. Learn basic terminology and explore typical transactions encountered in a small business environment. more...
Session topic:
This program will provide participants with a solid foundation for developing their small business accounting methods, while serving as a platform for understanding and applying concepts presented in other SBTDC seminars related to business finances.
Registration:
Visit www.sbtdc.missouristate.edu or call 417-836-5685 more...
Mercer County Fair
When: Sunday, July 8, 2012, 10 a.m. to Saturday, July 21, 2012, 10 p.m.
Description:
Join us for livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, youth competitions and much more! Join in the fun! more...
Session topic:
Event information online at: http://extension.missouri.edu/mercer/mercercountyfair.aspx
Food Preservation - Shelby County
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:
Shelby County Extension Office -- Across the square from the courthouse in Shelbyville.
403 East Maple Street, Shelbina MO
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Do you have questions about food preservation? This workshop offers researed based advice for getting started with food preservation. Also, you can have your dial pressure gauge tested for free.
Session topic:
Do you have questions about food preservation? This workshop offers researched based advice on how to can, freeze or dry foods. Also, you can have your dial pressure gauge tested for free.
2012 Kids in the Kitchen Kamp (Session 3 of 5)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 10 a.m. to noon
Where:
Senior Center Community Garden
Camdenton MO
Description:
Garden and Grow: Kids in the Kitchen camp is a day camp experience for youth 9-12 that gives them an opportunity to learn how to grow a garden and cook healthy meals, learn safe food handling and kitchen safety.
Session topic:
Kids in the Kitchen Class
Registration:
registration closed
Registration
deadline:
6/22/2012
Building Strong Families (Session 2 of 4)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Where:
The Good Samaritan Center
108 S. Thompson Ave., Excelsior Springs MO
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A 4-session Building Strong Families program series will be offered at the Good Samaritan Center as part of their summer schedule. It is open to parents, grandparents and other adults in the community.
Session topic:
The second topic in the Building Strong Families program series is:
"Understanding and Dealing with Stress"
Registration:
To register for Building Strong Families, contact the Good Samaritan Center in Excelsior Springs at: 816-630-2718
Registration
deadline:
7/13/2012
Special Labor Law Luncheon on the Affordable Care Act
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where:
IBEW Local 1439 Hall. Use back entrance to meeting hall. Parking available on street, in back lot, or at Glaziers Hall at 5916 Wilson Ave.
2121 59th Street, St. Louis MO
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A special labor education program targeted to union officers and staff in the St. Louis area. This program offers information on current issues affecting members and working families.
Session topic:
Presenter: Paul Rainsberger, Director, MU Labor Education Program
Title: Analysis for the Supreme Court Decision Upholding the Constitutionality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
Registration:
11:30 a.m. lunch served, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. program presentation. Register online or call 314-615-7603. Checks payable to: St. Louis County Extension Council. Mail to: University of Missouri Extension, 121 S. Meramec, Suite 501, St. Louis, MO 63105. Fee may be paid at breakfast. more...
2012 Counselor Camp (Session 2 of 2)
When: Monday, July 16, 2012, 1 p.m. to Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 8 a.m.
Where:
Winderemere
Roach MO
Description:
4-H Counselor Camp
Session topic:
Counselor Camp
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Session 3 of 12)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:
Country Living Assisted Living
http://www.countrylivingassistedliving.com/
Mountain Grove MO
Session topic:
Strength training programs for middle-aged and older adults who want to improve quality of life and stay active.
For more information, or if you wish to sign up for the classes, contact the Wright County Extension Office at 417-741-6134.
Registration:
Call the Wright County Extension office at: 417-741-6134 or Angie at 417-926-9485
Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
Mizzou Center
1600 NE Coronado Drive, Blue Springs MO
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This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. The Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Center (MO PTAC) host a bi-monthly seminar on how to get started in the government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. The seminar will also cover MO PTAC services available to assist Missouri businesses in all aspects of government contracting.
The Missouri PTAC seminar is available to Missouri based businesses the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Instructor: Donna Leonard
Session topic:
This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. Contracting issues covered include federal, state and local government registrations and certifications.
Registration:
Please call Donna Leonard at 816 655-6229
Cost:
$50.00
Check or cash at the seminar
Home Food Preservation Workshop Series (Session 3 of 3)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Christ Episcopal Church
1000 N Main St, Rolla MO
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"Home Canning the Safe Way" - Pressure Canning Green Beans
Registration:
To register, contact the Phelps County Extension Center at 573-458-6260.
Class size is limited. Registration deadline is 2 days prior to each session.
Cost:
$10.00
$30 for all three sessions.
Focus on Kids (Session 4 of 12)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Lower Level of the Randolph County Health Department at the end of the hall in the MU Extension Randolph County Office suite.
423 East Logan, Moberly MO
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Randolph County 2.5 hour workshop for divorcing parents with children under the age of 18 in the home
Session topic:
2.5 hour workshop includes didactic lecture based on current best practices and research as well as viewing and discussing divorce vignettes likely to come up for the families.
Registration:
Either through the Circuit Clerk's office of by calling the MU Extension Randolph County office directly
Gathering Information for Feasibility
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Poplar Bluff Area Chamber of Commerce
1111 West Pine Street, Poplar Bluff MO
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In this workshop you will learn about the wide variety of information resources you can use to help gather information to develop and test the feasibility of your business concept
Session topic:
In this workshop you will learn about the wide variety of information resources you can use to help gather information to develop and test the feasibility of your business concept.
Registration:
Register online more...
Facilitator:
Glenna Ervin, gervin@semo.edu
Southeast Missouri State University SBTDC
phone: 573/986-6084
Randolph County Fair
When: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 6 p.m. to Saturday, July 21, 2012, 10 p.m.
Where:
Randolph County Fairground at Rothwell Park
Moberly MO
Food Preservation- Pressure Canning, St. Clair County (Session 5 of 5)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
United Methodist Church, Hospital Hill, Osceola, MO
Hospital Hill, Osceola MO
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This is a series of home food preservation in which the participants roll up their sleeves and participate in the process. There are five classes: Pressure Canning Vegetables, Pack a Pickled Product, Salsa, Jams and Jellies and Freezing and Dehydrating
Session topic:
Participants will learn how to get the best results when freezing garden produce. Sample dehydrated food and learn what to look for when purchasing a dehydrator. Participants will learn the basic steps of dehydrating food.
Registration:
Call the St. Clair County office at 417-646-2419 to receive registration information.
Livingston County 4-H/FFA Fair
When: Friday, July 13, 2012, 6 p.m. to Saturday, July 21, 2012, noon
Where:
Livingston County Fairgrounds
Chillicothe MO
Description:
Join us for livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, youth competitions, concert, talent show and tractor pull. Join in the fun! more...
Session topic:
Schedule online at: http://extension.missouri.edu/livingston/events.aspx
Registration
deadline:
6/26/2012
Couponing Class
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Black River Electric
2600 Highway 67, Fredericktown MO
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Amy Woodall, Extreme Couponer, will be presenting a class on couponing. Participants will learn the ins and outs of couponing. She will show you how to arrange a coupon binder and make the most of deals in your area. more...
Registration:
Reigster by calling the Extension Center at 783-3303. There is even a deal here. Register and pay by July 17th and the cost is $11.00. If you pay at the door the cost is $14.00. You could save $3.00 more...
Registration
deadline:
7/17/2012
Cost:
$11.00
If you register and pay by the 17th the cost is $11.00. If you pay at the door the cost is $14.00
The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where:
State Fair Community College, Yeater Room 120
3201 W 16th Str, Sedalia MO
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Sponsored by State Fair Community College as Plan for Success - The Basics of Writing a Business Plan. 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. more...
Registration:
To register contact the office of Lifelong Learning at State Fair Community College at 660-530-5822
Food Preservation Workshops - Franklin County (Session 4 of 6)
When: Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Union Memorial Auditorium, Classroom 3,Union, MO
500 E Locust Street, Union MO
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Learn basic techniquest for pressure canning, water bath canning, freezing, making pickles, and jams and jellies. more...
Session topic:
Pickles and Relishes -- Learn to safely prepare fermented dill pickles as well as quick pack pickles such as bread & butter pickles, relishes and fruit pickles.
Registration:
Contact University of Missouir Extension - Franklin County Phone 636-583-5141
Summers @ Mizzou (Session 1 of 8)
When: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to Thursday, July 19, 2012, 4:30 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri
Description:
Summers @ Mizzou is a program designed to bring youth to the University of Missouri campus. Youth will have a chance to experience life as a college student by living in the dorms, eating in a dining hall and exploring campus and Columbia. These camps are great for those beginning to think about college and their future career. Please share the attached brochure with any students or faculty who may be interested.
Session topic:
Youth will move out of the audience and behind the scenes to see what it takes to create a movie. They will be involved in all steps of the process from script writing to acting to filming to editing and everything in between.
Summers @ Mizzou (Session 3 of 8)
When: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to Thursday, July 19, 2012, 4:30 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri
Description:
Summers @ Mizzou is a program designed to bring youth to the University of Missouri campus. Youth will have a chance to experience life as a college student by living in the dorms, eating in a dining hall and exploring campus and Columbia. These camps are great for those beginning to think about college and their future career. Please share the attached brochure with any students or faculty who may be interested.
Session topic:
Spend time exploring different health careers through hands-on experiences, guest speakers and opportunities at the University Hospital. Learn what it takes to be a doctor, nurse, physical therapist, dentist, pharmacist and many other positions.
Summers @ Mizzou (Session 4 of 8)
When: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to Thursday, July 19, 2012, 4:30 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri
Description:
Summers @ Mizzou is a program designed to bring youth to the University of Missouri campus. Youth will have a chance to experience life as a college student by living in the dorms, eating in a dining hall and exploring campus and Columbia. These camps are great for those beginning to think about college and their future career. Please share the attached brochure with any students or faculty who may be interested.
Session topic:
Youth will use the latest geospatial technology while exploring a cave. They will return to the geographic laboratory to plot the data on maps. They will also get a chance to GeoCache or create “mashups” in GoogleEarth.