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Monday, Aug. 20, 2012
A Matter of Balance (Session 5 of 7)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Session topic:
Matter of Balance is a program on Preventing Falls & is being offered in Springfield at an assisted living facility but is not open to the public.
Building Strong Families - Chillicothe, Mo (Session 6 of 8)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where:
Livingston County Extension Office
(Directly across from Grand 6 Theater)
2881 Grand Dr, Chillicothe MO
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Session 6 of 6, Money Matters. This module help participants identify their own money styles and how they developed them, practice allocating resources, learn to negotiate with others about spending decisions, and get simple tools to help their families.
Registration:
Please contact Jessica Trussell or Joyce Hall at the Livingston County Extension Office to register.
Advanced Stay Strong. Stay Healthy (Session 10 of 10)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where:
Clinton Senior Center
970 E. Sedalia, Clinton MO
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This class is for individuals who have completed the "Basic" Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program or who have been strength training for 6 months or longer.
Session topic:
Participants will complete the Advanced Stay Strong Stay Healthy exercise routine and end of session evaluation.
Registration:
call the Henry County office at 660-885-5556
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Session 10 of 10)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Where:
Clinton Senior Center
970 E. Sedalia, Clinton MO
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Learn an exercise routine for strength training in a class where people often report noticing an improvement in strength after just three to four weeks of completeing the routine two to three times per week.
Session topic:
Complete the Stay Strong Stay Healthy exercise routine
Registration:
Call the Henry County University of Missouri Extension office for registration information.
FastTrac® TechVenture™ (Session 11 of 16)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Description:
This is an online course.
Designed specifically by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, the Kauffman Foundation’s FastTrac® TechVenture™ program is an intensive seven-session course designed to give technology and science-based entrepreneurs a proven framework and
network of connections to help grow a great idea into the next viable innovation.
Experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs work together to
facilitate critical teachings, guide lively small group sessions, and share practical
experiences to enhance your business. Participants learn with and from their peers, creating a powerful network that continues well after the program is complete.
Registration:
Please apply here http://kcsbtdc.affiliate.fasttrac.org/ before payment.
Facilitator:
Carmen DeHart, dehartc@umkc.edu
University of Missouri-Kansas City SBTDC
phone: (816) 235-6428
QuickBooks for Your Business (Session 1 of 2)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Farmington Chamber of Commerce
302 N. Washington St., Farmington MO
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Introductory workshop for small businesses who are considereing QuickBooks as a financial management tool.
Session topic:
This is an introductory workshop for small businesses who are considering QuickBooks as a financial management tool. The workshop will include hands-on experience with the QuickBooks software.
Registration:
Register online at www.semo.edu/cie/training more...
Facilitator:
Glenna Ervin, gervin@semo.edu
Southeast Missouri State University SBTDC
phone: 573/986-6084
Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes (Session 3 of 4)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where:
206 Centennial Hall
Missouri University of Science and Technology Campus
Rolla MO
Description:
Eat Well Be Well with Diabetes includes four, two-hour weekly sessions that provides people with type 2 diabetes, and their family members, with knowledge and skills necessary for proper diabetes self-management. Knowledge and skills gained in the program can be applied to preventing diabetes particularly for people with pre-diabetes. The series include a strong focus on nutrition, the cornerstone of diabetes management, but also covers other self-management strategies to help individuals avoid short-term and long-term diabetes complications.
Registration:
To register, contact the Phelps County Extension Center at 573-458-6260
Missouri Master Naturalist (Session 1 of 16)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Walter Woods Conservation Area lodge. One mile east of Redings Mill on Route NN, then 3/4 mile south on Dutch Elm Dr. Turn left at the stone wall entrance. The lodge is about 750 feet from Dutch Elm Dr.
Dutch Elm Dr, Redings Mill MO
map...Description:
Missouri Master Naturalist course including 12 classroom type sessions and 3 field sessions.
Session topic:
Overview of the Missouri Master Naturalist Program,
Introduction to Conservation and Naturalists,
Famous Naturalists that Made a Difference
Registration
deadline:
8/15/2012
Cost:
$85.00
one time fee for all sessions
Master Gardener Level 1 class- Cole County (Session 2 of 12)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 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 13th until October 29th 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:
Soils, Plant and Nutrient Management
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...
Registration
deadline:
8/10/2012
Cost:
$135.00
220 per couple
Preserving the Harvest Home Food Preservation Series (Session 1 of 3)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Common Ground
1015 E Atchison St, Jefferson City MO
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This three session series will teach participants the basics of food preservation through hands-on experience in pressure canning, water bath canning, freezing, and dehyrdating fruits and vegetables.
Session topic:
Learn to preserve foods by freezing and drying.
Registration:
Participants may register for individual workshops or all 3 workshops of the series. For more information, contact the Callaway County Extension Center at 573-642-0755 or e-mail the instuctor.
Registration
deadline:
8/13/2012
Cost:
$10.00
$10 fee is for one session, a $5 discount off the regular fee of $15 due to sponsorship by Grace Episcopal Church.
Child Observation--Child Care Provider Training
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Lebanon-Laclede County Library
915 S Jefferson Ave, Lebanon MO
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Observation is a critical skill for effectively working with children in early care and education settings. Learning how to "see", objectively record, and effectively interpret children's behaviors and experiences is important for many reasons. This workshop will help you understand the importance of child observation and will provide several opportunities for practicing different kinds of child observation.
Registration:
To register for this class please call the Laclede County Extension Office at 417-532-7126.
Registration
deadline:
8/10/2012
Food Preservation - Pulaski County
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Waynesville St. Robert Senior Center
1401 Ousley Rd, Waynesville MO
map...Description:
This class will cover pressure canning and include a hands-on demonstration of pressure canning green beans.
Session topic:
Pressure canning vegetables, hands-on demonstration of canning green beans
Registration:
Please call the Pulaski County MU Extension office at 573-774-6177 or email Melissa at bessmm@missouri.edu.
Springfield Plateau Master Naturalists monthly chapter meeting (Session 36 of 42)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Watershed Center at Valley Water Mill Park
2300 E. Valley Water Mill Rd., Springfield MO
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Monthly chapter meeting, held at the Watershed Center at Valley Water Mill Park, 2300 E. Valley Water Mill Rd, Springfield, MO 65803. For chapter information, contact Jay Barber at (417) 895-6880.
Session topic:
Monthly meeting of the Springfield Plateau Master Naturalist chapter
Home Buyer Education
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Jasper County University of Missouri Extension Center
Courthouse Basement, 302 S. Main, Carthage MO
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In order to be eligible for some home loans, first-time home buyers must attend a home buyer education class. This is a two-hour workshop that meets the requirements for a loan through USDA Rural Development.
Registration:
Contact the Jasper County Extension Center, Courthouse Basement, Carthage, MO 64836, 417/358-2158, e-mail: jasperco@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
8/13/2012
Missouri Grown - Beekeepers Education (Session 2 of 12)
When: Monday, Aug. 20, 2012, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension Center
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
map...Description:
Meeting Sponsored and Facilitated by the Three Rivers Beekeepers -- Visitors welcome. more...
Session topic:
Pollen - what is it? How do you collect it? What are its uses? Pollen or pollen substitues for boosting brood production?