Events

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!

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?

AI Essentials: First Steps for Work and Everyday Wins

October 15, 2025 - October 15, 2026Virtual

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming an everyday business tool—and you don't need a technical background to start using it. AI Essentials introduces participants to ChatGPT and other AI tools that can help save time, improve communication, generate ideas, streamline administrative tasks, and increase productivity. Whether you're a…

Excel Levels 1 & 2 - Clinton, MO

November 18, 2025 - November 18, 2026In-personClintonMO

Excel Level 1:

Microsoft Excel is one of the most valuable tools for managing and growing a business. Excel Level 1 introduces participants to the fundamentals of creating spreadsheets, organizing information, using formulas, formatting data, and managing everyday business tasks. Whether you're tracking finances, maintaining customer…

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)…

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.

Rich Hill Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 Bates County August

August 31, 2026 - October 21, 2026In-personRich HillMO

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Missouri Good Neighbor Week Ambassador Network

September 1, 2026 - October 10, 2026Virtual

Become a Missouri Good Neighbor Week Ambassador!

Help make Missouri the most neighborly state in America—one neighborhood at a time.

The new Missouri Good Neighbor Week Ambassador Program is for people who believe stronger communities begin with stronger relationships between neighbors.

When you register as an Ambassador, you'll gain…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - Virtual, Tues/Thurs Daytime

September 8, 2026 - November 12, 2026Virtual

In 2026, there are three formats through which participants can take part in Neighborhood Leadership Academy: A) in-person on Tuesday evenings (St. Louis residents only), B) virtually on Wednesday evenings, and C) virtually on Tuesday and Thursdays during the noon hour. This registration page is for the virtual, Tuesday and Thursday…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 September Virtual - MU Extension

September 8, 2026 - October 29, 2026Virtual

Virtual SSSH Level 2 

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - In-Person, Tuesday Evenings (St. Louis Only)

September 8, 2026 - November 10, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

In 2026, there are three formats through which participants can take part in Neighborhood Leadership Academy: A) in-person on Tuesday evenings (St. Louis residents only), B) virtually on Wednesday evenings, and C) virtually on Tuesday and Thursdays during the noon hour. This registration page is for the in-person, Tuesday evening…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - Virtual, Wednesday Evenings

September 9, 2026 - November 11, 2026Virtual

In 2026, there are three formats through which participants can take part in Neighborhood Leadership Academy: A) in-person on Tuesday evenings (St. Louis residents only), B) virtually on Wednesday evenings, and C) virtually on Tuesday and Thursdays during the noon hour. This registration page is for the virtual, Wednesday evening…

Building Strong Families Virtual October 2026

October 1, 2026 - November 5, 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 October 1, 2026- November 5, 2026 from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 1 Family Strengths

Session 2 Communication

Session 3 Stress Less, Live More…

Childcare Professional Development: Physical Activity Learning Session Series (PALS)-Virtual

October 5, 2026 - October 26, 2026Virtual

PALS is a series of learning sessions focused on physical activity. PALS sessions examine eight best practices areas for physical activity and address the challenges early care and education (ECE) professionals face in supporting active play. The PALS sessions will help you use best practices throughout your day to give children the best…

Whole Parent Foundation Parent Support Program - Fall - Virtual

October 5, 2026 - November 30, 2026Virtual

Are you an expecting or postpartum parent or caregiver looking for a supportive, judgment-free space where others truly understand what you're experiencing? Are you a perinatal provider seeking trusted social support resources to share with families?

We’re excited to offer a free, welcoming resource for pregnant and postpartum families in…

Legal Considerations for Emerging Businesses – SBDC Training

October 6, 2026Virtual

Join us for a discussion on practical considerations for naming, organizing, hiring and risk management for emerging businesses.

Presenters: Gabby Spiess and Meghan Holtswarth – St. Louis University Legal Clinic

Date: 10/6/2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CDT)

Contact: Bryce Cardwell, 660-665-3348

Training Type:…

MO APEX - Winning Federal Research Grants: Intro to SBIR/STTR - Virtual

October 6, 2026Virtual

Winning Federal Research Grants:  Intro to SBIR/STTR - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26670

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual October 7, 2026

October 7, 2026Virtual

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Participants learn how to offer hope and help connect someone to lifesaving support.

Participants learn how to…

MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual

October 8, 2026Virtual

Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26630

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

October 8, 2026Virtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27037

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions Virtual Toolkit

October 8, 2026 - November 12, 2026HybridVirtualMO

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…