On Demand-Understanding Financial Statements
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2030Virtual
Whether you own a small business, serve on a nonprofit board, or make financial business decisions based on data, you will benefit from this workshop!Identify and understand key business information on profit and loss statements and balance sheetsKnow how to calculate and use financial ratios to make better business decisionsUnderstand the…
On Demand-Starting and Managing a Small Business
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2030Virtual
This class will provide an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. You will assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, and discuss legal and regulatory requirements.Identify resources that will assist you in starting a business in MissouriIdentify…
On Demand - Understanding Financial Statements
July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2030Virtual
Whether you own a small business, serve on a nonprofit board, or make financial business decisions based on data, you will benefit from this workshop!
Identify and understand key business information on profit and loss statements and balance sheetsKnow how to calculate and use financial ratios to make better business decisionsUnderstand the…
On Demand - Starting and Managing a Small Business
July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026Virtual
This class will provide an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. You will assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, and discuss legal and regulatory requirements.
Identify resources that will assist you in starting a business in…
Dining with Diabetes- November, Online
September 30, 2025 - September 30, 2030Virtual
Dining with Diabetes is a multi-session program that offers practical strategies and hands-on experiences to help you manage diabetes through healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Learning how to make informed food choices and build healthy routines can help you better manage your health and overall well-being.
Each session, you will…
Introduction to QuickBooks Online (In-Person Training)
October 6, 2025 - October 6, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular cloud-based accounting programs for small business owners.
Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?
This introductory…
Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together Virtual Series
January 2, 2026 - November 10, 2026Virtual
Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together is a dynamic program that blends traditional homesteading skills with modern health, wellness, and safety practices. Through a mix of virtual sessions and summer in-person workshops, participants learn to grow food, raise animals, preserve food, and build sustainable systems — all rooted in…
Neighboring 101
January 15, 2026 - December 17, 2026Virtual
Neighboring 101 is not just for new homeowners or people new to community life. The ongoing program is for anyone wanting to improve their neighborhood or community as well as their personal life and health.
When you register or subscribe to the program, you get access to videos of all past Neighboring 101 classes (dating back to 2020)…
Missouri Woodland Mentor Series
January 28, 2026 - September 30, 2026Virtual
The Missouri Woodland Mentor program, launched by MU Extension in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, invites landowners to serve as mentors for fellow property owners who are exploring forest management practices for the first time.
The Mentor Series has something for every landowner. Consider being a mentor or…
Summer Readiness Backpack Program
May 31, 2026 - August 8, 2026In-personButlerMO
Summer STEAM Backpack Program (Ages 3–7)
Join us this summer for a fun, hands-on learning experience! Our program introduces young learners to STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics—through engaging, take-home activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Each child will receive activity materials they…
Summer Readiness Backpack Program
May 31, 2026 - August 8, 2026In-personButlerMO
Summer STEAM Backpack Program (Ages 3–7)
Join us this summer for a fun, hands-on learning experience! Our program introduces young learners to STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics—through engaging, take-home activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Each child will receive activity materials they…
Whole YOU Summer Challenge
June 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026Virtual
The Whole You Summer Challenge is a family-friendly program designed to help children and caregivers build healthy habits while staying active, learning together, and strengthening connections within their community. Each month, participants choose simple activities from four areas—mind, body, home, and community—to support overall well-being…
2026 100 Miles, 100 Days
June 16, 2026 - September 24, 2026Virtual
Get ready to make this your most active summer yet! The 100 Miles, 100 Days Challenge is back, and it’s your chance to move, roll, ride, or run your way to 100 miles. Whether you’re into biking at sunrise, dancing in your living room, cruising on rollerblades, or pushing miles in a wheelchair, every movement counts toward your goal.…
On Demand - Passion to Profit: Psychology-Driven Offer Creation & Sustainable Business Foundations
July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026Virtual
Many entrepreneurs struggle to turn their skills and passions into revenue. This session introduces a psychology-backed framework for aligning strengths, market demand, and transformation into a clear, profitable offer.
Learning Objectives:Understand psychological reasons entrepreneurs stay stuck in idea modeIdentify internal barriers to…
On Demand - Energy Management for Entrepreneurs
July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026Virtual
Energy Management for Sustainable Performance
This on-demand session introduces the four-domain energy framework for sustainable performance. Participants learn how to optimize energy rather than simply manage time.
Learning ObjectivesUnderstand the difference between time management and energy managementLearn the 4 Domains of Energy:…
On Demand - Personal Branding: Identity-Based Branding for Entrepreneurs
July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2030Virtual
This on-demand training introduces identity-based branding rooted in psychological trust principles. Participants will learn to clarify their positioning, strengthen their credibility, and develop messaging that resonates through practical, psychology-backed strategies.
Learning ObjectivesUnderstand the difference between branding and…
Living a Healthy Life at work - virtual Summer 2026
July 6, 2026 - August 12, 2026Virtual
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action…
Farm Management - On My Own: Ag Leasing & 'What It's Worth'
July 9, 2026 - August 6, 2026Virtual
Farm Management – On My Own: Ag Leasing and ‘What It’s Worth’
Join us for a five-session virtual lunch-and-learn event. This series equips landowners and farm operators with knowledge and resources related to ag leasing and evaluating costs, including farmland values, custom rates and rental rates. Whether a participant is a first-time farm…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 July 1-2 pm Virtual
July 14, 2026 - September 3, 2026Virtual
Description: Take your strength training to the next level with virtual SSSH Level 2! Build on the progress you achieved in Level 1 to help you stay active and strong. Continue to build muscle and boost bone density. Gain confidence in everyday movements, including transitioning safely to and from the floor.Instructor Contact…
Finances of Caregiving (FOC) July-August 2026 Virtual
July 27, 2026 - August 17, 2026Virtual
Preparing for caregiving often brings difficult and confusing decisions, especially around finances. The Finances of Caregiving Program is a four-session virtual class that helps older adults and caregivers understand key financial caregiving issues and how to plan ahead. Participants learn practical steps for organizing information, discussing…
Butterfly Kits and Magnet Movers
August 5, 2026 - August 21, 2026In-personButlerMO
Teachers in Bates County are eligible for items. Pick up details will be sent out later and will occur at the Bates County MU Extension Office in Butler.
MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual
August 6, 2026Virtual
Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26629
Description: This virtual seminar is an overview of the current small business socio-economic certifications in federal, local state and city government. The federal government…
Field to Consumer Farm Tours
August 6, 2026 - September 17, 2026In-personHigginsvilleMO
Real Farms. Real Strategies. Real Opportunities.
Join University of Missouri Extension for a hands-on workshop series designed to help farmers turn ideas into income. Farm Business Field Days take you directly onto working farms across the region to see how producers are building profitable operations through diversification- including…
MO APEX - Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Virtual
August 6, 2026Virtual
Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Virtual Workshop with SCORE
Registration Link: https://www.score.org/mo/st-louis/business-education/assess-your-government-contracting-readiness-7-13-2026/
Description: Understand what it takes to be a preferred vendor for a risk-averse government. This session will guide you…
Building Strong Families Virtual August 2026
August 6, 2026 - September 10, 2026Virtual
This program helps parents build on their existing strengths by developing communication and stress management skills and implementing positive parenting strategies.
6-Session Series August 6, 2026- September 10, 2026
Session 1 Family Strengths
Session 2 Communication
Session 3 Stress Less, Live More
Session 4…