Events

2026 Tomato Festival

August 27, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

There’s nothing quite like a Missouri summer evening filled with the smell of fresh tomatoes, good food, and neighbors gathering together. Join us for the 2026 Tomato Festival at Jefferson Farm Extension and Engagement Center on August 27 from 4:00–7:00 PM for a celebration of gardening, flavor, and community.

This year’s festival will…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 Glasgow Fall 2026

August 31, 2026 - October 26, 2026In-personGlasgowMO

Take your strength training to the next level with 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.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Boone County Fall 2026

September 1, 2026 - October 27, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Unlock the joy of strength training! Join our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Level 1 group sessions in a fun and supportive environment. Feel stronger, more energized and connected as you increase your overall fitness, flexibility and balance. Build muscle and increase bone density to reduce frailty, osteoporosis and the risk of falls. 

Retain With Intention - Building a Better Missouri Cow Herd

September 2, 2026 - September 3, 2026In-personMount VernonMO

Rebuilding the cow herd is more than keeping back a few extra heifers—it’s about making intentional decisions that shape your operation for years to come. During this multifaceted, hands-on, 2-day program will provide Missouri producers with practical tools to evaluate genetics, nutrition, fertility, and performance data when selecting and…

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…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - September 8, 2026

September 8, 2026Virtual

Missouri businesses are facing challenges recruiting and retaining workers. At the same time, Missouri also continues to experience high incidents of people of working age who are facing addiction and substance use issues, and ultimately leads to fewer people participating in Missouri’s workforce. We are offering a monthly orientation to…

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…

MTI – Responding Rather Than Reacting in Tough Situations – 2026-09-09

September 9, 2026Virtual

Responding Rather Than Reacting in Tough Situations

Live Virtual Session  I  60 minutes

Leadership credibility is often determined in high-pressure moments. This session focuses on practical techniques to regulate reactions and respond intentionally.

Cost: $190

Register by July 1 to receive 50% off…

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…

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference 2026

September 15, 2026 - September 17, 2026In-personMaryvilleMO

CEC Conference 2026

2026 Theme:  Show-Me Momentum - From Main Street to Farm Gate

September 15-17, 2026 | Maryville, Missouri

Step into a community where momentum is more than a word—it’s something you can feel, build, and carry home with you.

The 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference invites…

MTI – Holding Employees Accountable – 2026-09-16

September 16, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Holding Employees Accountable

Accountability drives performance. This session provides leaders with practical systems to clarify expectations, follow through consistently, and address performance gaps early.

Participants will:

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - October 13, 2026

October 13, 2026Virtual

Missouri businesses are facing challenges recruiting and retaining workers. At the same time, Missouri also continues to experience high incidents of people of working age who are facing addiction and substance use issues, and ultimately leads to fewer people participating in Missouri’s workforce. We are offering a monthly orientation to…

NWMO Master Gardeners Houseplant Palooza

October 17, 2026In-personSaint JosephMO

Spend the day learning useful information to be successful with your indoor plants, including light, water, propagation and specialties like succulents and bonsai. The Houseplant Palooza is presented by the Northwest Missouri Master Gardeners on October 17 from 9:00 to 4:00 at Fulkerson Center, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO…

Construction Management Leadership Institute

December 15, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

The construction industry is growing at a historic pace—and it needs leaders who can keep up. The Construction Management Leadership Institute is a three-day, high-intensity program designed for professionals ready to advance into stronger leadership roles in heavy civil, commercial, or industrial construction.

Developed by the University…