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Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012
FastTrac NewVenture (Session 3 of 5)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
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This course is for dislocated workers interested in starting a business. An education program created by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, FastTrac NewVenture is designed to help you evaluate and perfect your business concept. FastTracs hands-on program uses your idea as a case study, giving you an opportunity to workshop your venture in a safe and supportive environment. FastTrac NewVenture is a nine-module, 31.5 hour, program. more...
Registration:
Call 1-800-392-2949
Cost:
$0.00
The program is free for dislocated workers who have been qualified and $350 for those who are not dislocated.
Starting a Business: The First Steps
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 9 a.m. to 12:01 p.m.
Where:
Buchanan County Extension Office
4125 Mitchell Ave, Saint Joseph MO
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This class will provide the critical first steps of starting a business. Participants will assess their ability in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory issues and identify sources of funding.
Session topic:
This class will provide the critical first steps of starting a business. Participants will assess their ability in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory issues and identify sources of funding.
Registration:
Call: (660) 446-3724
Registration
deadline:
8/6/2012
Better Choices, Better Health (Session 1 of 6)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
St. James Christian Church
227 E Scioto St, Saint James MO
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Do you have Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Depression, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, or any other chronic health condition? Do you live with or care for someone with a chronic health condition? Better Choices, Better Health is a 6 week workshop that teaches you the skills you need to manage your symptoms & take control of your health!
Registration:
Call the Phelps County MU Extension Office at 573-458-6260
Registration
deadline:
8/13/2012
Cost:
$0.00
This program is FREE due to grant funding
Price Cutter Family Nutrition Series (Session 1 of 4)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
Held in the state-of-the-art Taste Culinary Arts classroom located inside the Price Cutter Store on the corner of Republic Road and Kansas Expressway in Springfield.
2021 W Republic Rd, Springfield MO
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University of Missouri Extension’s Family Nutrition Education Program and Price Cutter grocery stores have partnered to help teach customers about nutrition, food safety and food budgeting. Classes are held in the state-of-the-art Taste Culinary Arts classroom located inside the Price Cutter Store on the corner of Republic Road and Kansas Expressway in Springfield. Classes are 90 minutes long and consist of a lecture, discussion and a food demonstration with samples provided.
Session topic:
“Smart Nutrition for Families.” A great class for new families, or simply for those who want to eat healthier, this informative session will show you easy, affordable ways to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet.
Registration:
Pre-registration is required with an email at taste@pricecutteronline.com or call (417) 829-9260 more...
Chronic Disease Self-Management (Session 5 of 7)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Session topic:
Chronic Disease Self Management is a program about having a quality life while living with chronic conditions. This program is being held at an assisted living facility in Springfield.
Successful Aging (Session 4 of 6)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
Eldercare Center
Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau MO
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These nutrition and health sessions are presented to elderly individuals at the Eldercare Program at the Southeast Missouri State University.
Family Nutrition Program-Cooking Matters (Session 6 of 6)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where:
FAITH
1007 S. Second Street, Clinton MO
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Cooking Matters for Adults empowers families at risk of hunger with the skills, knowledge and confidence to prepare healthy and affordable meals. This six-session series teaches basic nutrition as well as hands-on food preparation skills.
Session topic:
This class is a celebration of what participants have learned about the principles for choosing and preparing a variety of healthy foods at home. Physical activity and choosing drinks will be discussed. Participants will prepare and sample two recipes.
Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 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
Food Preservation--Single Sessions (Session 2 of 2)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where:
Missouri State Fair, Home Ec building
Description:
Overview of home food preservation
Session topic:
Overview of home food preservation
Registration:
No registration required
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Session 12 of 12)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 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
Customer Service: Taking Care of Customers
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:
SBTDC
500 East Walnut, SUite 103, Columbia MO
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This program uses interactive lecture and video to teach what outstanding customer service looks like. Participants will learn how to deliver outstanding customer service by learning how to avoid and prevent some of the most common mistakes made when interacting with customers.
Registration:
Register online or contact the Small Business & Technology Development Center at (573) 882-7096.
Registration
deadline:
8/13/2012
Missouri Master Naturalist - Level 1 Training (Session 5 of 17)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension Center - St. Charles County
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
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A training program to help you discover the natural Missouri by developing your skills as a naturalist, resource scientist, botanist educator or recreations specialist. You'll gain a wealth of natural science information in classes given by some of Missouri's finest biologists and build new friendships with others who share a love of Missouri's outdoors. more...
Session topic:
Soils of Missouri:Soil formation and soil genesis; basic principles of soil’s physical, chemical,and biological properties; relationship between landscape, native plants/trees, and the resulting soil type; county soil surveys and uses; Soil testing.
Registration:
Call 636-970-3000 more...
The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
4747 Troost Ave., Kansas City MO
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This three-hour offering is for current and future business owners and entrepreneurs who have little or no knowledge of writing a business plan.
"The Basics of Writing a Business Plan" is designed for business owners and managers who need to know how to create a business plan for their organization so the plan can be a useful management tool. During this course, participants will learn the importance of business plans, the key required elements of a basic plan and data that must be included.
Participants will also get tips on writing style to make the business plan easier to understand and more professional in appearance. Participants will leave this session with a greater understanding of what their business plan should look like and how to get started writing one.
It will also provide guidelines for style and appearance to help create a professional look for your business plan.
Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. You'll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.
Registration:
Click the "Register Now" tab below. Please be sure to fill in all of the information fields provided. A phone number and e-mail is critical to having a way of contacting you should there be any issue with registration, an emergency cancellation, etc. For questions, feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu or 816-235-6063
Facilitator:
Carmen DeHart, dehartc@umkc.edu
University of Missouri-Kansas City SBTDC
phone: (816) 235-6428
Focus on Kids - Pike County 2012 (Session 5 of 12)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension - Pike County
Pike County Courthouse
115 W. Main, Bowling Green MO
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Divorce and separating parents class as required by Missouri Courts.
Registration:
The 2012 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. Call 573-324-5464 to register. 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. You are not fully registered for the class unless your fee has been paid. The fee can be mailed to: University of Missouri Extension
115 West Main
Bowling Green, MO 63334
If you are more than 10 minutes late for the class you will need to reschedule.
The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 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...
Forage Nitrates Workshop at Weaubleau
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Weaubleau High School Agriculture Building
509 N Center Street, Weaubleau MO
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High nitrate levels are a concern in fresh forages or in hay because it can be fatal to livestock.
During the workshop, participants will learn which forages and feed sources can accumulate nitrates, what conditions promote accumulations, symptoms and treatment of cattle that have consumed high-nitrate feeds, and management options for forages and cattle.
Participants are welcome to bring fresh forage samples to the workshop for a “quick” nitrate test or to be submitted for quantitative analysis.
Quantitative testing for forage nitrate levels is available through several private laboratories and universities. Materials needed to submit a sample will be available during the workshop or can be picked up at your local MU Extension office.
Participants are also encouraged to bring their test results if they would like help interpreting them.
Registration:
To pre-register, make special arrangement due to a disability, or for further questions please contact the Hickory County Extension Center at 417-745-6767.
Registration
deadline:
8/15/2012
Veterans Enterprise Forum
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Douglas C. Greene Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
920 Broadway, Cape Girardeau MO
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Thinking of starting a small business, continuing your educaiton, changing careers? Don't miss this opportunity to see how the US Small Business Administration and other agencies can help.
Session topic:
Thinking of starting a small business, continuing your education, changing careers? Don't miss this opportunity to see how the US Small Business Administration and other agencies can help.
Registration:
Register online or contact Angie Wells at angela.wells@sba.gov or 314-539-6600, ext 223 more...
Facilitator:
Glenna Ervin, gervin@semo.edu
Southeast Missouri State University SBTDC
phone: 573/986-6084
Building Strong Families (Session 1 of 10)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 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:
Orientation for Mothers of Preschooler 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.
Greene County Leaders Council Meetings (Session 6 of 9)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Greene County Extension Center/Springfield Greene County Botanical Center
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield MO
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Planning meetings for the Greene County 4-H programming. Open to those who are leaders, members, family members or those who are interested in the Greene County 4-H programming.
Session topic:
Planning meetings for the Greene County 4-H programming.
Northwest Region Extension Council--2012 (Session 3 of 4)
When: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where:
Offered at three ITV locations:
Northwest Regional Directors Office, 706 S. Woodbine Rd. Suite A, St. Joseph MO.
Princeton High School, 1008 Coleman, Princeton, MO
(has not been confirmed as of 8/3/12) Worth County Library/High School, Grant City, MO
706 S Woodbine Rd Ste A, Saint Joseph MO
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Quarterly meeting of the Northwest Region MU Extension Council. more...
Session topic:
Quarterly meeting of the Northwest Region MU Extension Council.