Events

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

August 12, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26637

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Aerial (CP27126)

August 17, 2026 - August 19, 2026In-personNixaMO

This course is pending DFS curriculum release and subsequent train the trainers. This course is designed for individuals who have completed Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Core and who are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri Aerial Device certification exam. In this class, students will discuss duties and responsibilities of the driver/…

MTI – Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence -- 2016-08-20

August 20, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence

Conflict is inevitable, but mishandled conflict damages productivity and morale. This session strengthens leaders’ ability to address tension directly and productively.

Participants will:

Landscaping for a Healthier Yard and Community

August 22, 2026In-personVersaillesMO

University of Missouri Extension and the Ozark Prairie Master Garden Chapter will host a landscaping workshop on Saturday, August 22, 2026, featuring Tim Moloney, Instructor of Landscape Design at the University of Missouri–Columbia. 

Moloney specializes in plant sciences and sustainable landscape design, helping participants learn…

NE Regional Grazing School - 2026

August 25, 2026 - August 27, 2026In-personWilliamstownMO

Missouri regional grazing schools teach the concepts of Management-intensive Grazing (MiG). Livestock farmers and ranchers learn the benefits of MiG, which include:

Participants learn concepts and skills that directly…

Childcare Program: Supporting Children's Grief in Early Childhood Programs (Afternoon)

August 25, 2026Virtual

This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief…

Childcare Program: Supporting Children's Grief in Early Childhood Programs (Evening)

August 25, 2026Virtual

This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief…

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…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (August)

August 28, 2026Virtual

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches participants how to recognize signs that a youth may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge and how to offer initial support. Participants also learn how to encourage and connect youth to appropriate professional care when needed.

This evidence-based training introduces the…

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…

Women in Ag Workshop

September 9, 2026HybridEwingMO

Women in Agriculture Workshop

Join us for a day of learning, networking, and practical information for farm women, landowners, and agricultural professionals. This year's program will feature updates on agronomy, cattle health issues including Theileria orientalis and New World screwworm, agricultural policy, farm budgeting, and estate…

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…

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

September 10, 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…

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…

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…

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual (December)

December 9, 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…

Pearls of Production Grand Finale - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer

December 11, 2026 - December 12, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Pearls of Production Conference

Date: December 11-12, 2026

Event Description:
Join us for the annual Pearls of Production Conference, designed to provide practical knowledge, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities for livestock producers.

Participants may register for Friday only, Saturday only, or both days of the…

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…