Events

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…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - July 14, 2026

July 14, 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…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

July 15, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26636

SWMO Watermelon Workshop - 2026

July 16, 2026In-personMount VernonMO

Join us for an evening of all things watermelon! 

This two-hour workshop will be held on Thursday, July 16th from 5pm to 7pm at the University of Missouri's Southwest Research, Extension, and Education Center near Mt. Vernon, MO. 

A one-hour educational session will offer tips and tricks for producing early watermelon in…

EdCafe's Real-World Learning: Success-Ready Students in Today’s Workforce

July 17, 2026HybridSpringfieldMO

A full-day conference to advance real-world learning and workforce readiness for students.

The program will include keynote speakers, breakout sessions, panels, workshops, and roundtables highlighting:

Viticulture Field Day

July 17, 2026In-personMount VernonMO

Join us for an afternoon of all things viticulture! 

Educational sessions and field tours will focus on irrigation technology, pests and diseases of grapevine, a grafted Chambourcin study, a recent muscadine grape study, and much more! This is a free event supported by the Missouri Department of Agriculture, the University of…

MTI – Supervisory Certificate Series – 2026-07-21

July 21, 2026 - July 22, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

Supervisory Certificate Series

Essential skills for supervisors at every level — in the office, in the field, on-site, or across hybrid and remote teams.

Today’s supervisors lead teams that are more distributed, multifaceted, and fast-moving than ever. Whether your employees work in an office, on the shop floor, in the field, or…

MTI – Building High-Functioning Teams -- 2016-07-22

July 22, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Building High-Functioning Teams

Strong teams don’t happen accidentally. This session explores how leaders create clarity, shared norms, and accountability that lead to sustained team performance.

Participants will:

Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - July

July 22, 2026Virtual

Melanie Ramser (Switzerland), an organic farmer and co-manager of Horbermatt Farm, is recognized for her commitment to sustainable agriculture, preservation of regional food traditions, and transparent, hands-on farming practices. Through a diverse range of farm products and interactive public experiences, she connects consumers with…

Adult Mental Health First Aid - Virtual July

July 23, 2026Virtual

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adults. Participants learn how to provide initial help and connect individuals to appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care.

This…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - July 24, 2026

July 24, 2026Virtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 23rd, 2026 8PM

Cost: $75

Contact: Haley Schwantz

Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu

Training Date: July 24th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

Registration: Preregistration and online payment are requested. Zoom link and other instructions will be sent after registration.

Description:

MoDOT DBE Certification Workshop - In Person (Sikeston)

July 29, 2026In-personSikestonMO

MoDOT DBE Certification Workshop in Springfield

Registration Link:  https://www.modot.org/dbe-certification-workshops

MTI – Creating Stability for Teams – 2026-08-03

August 3, 2026Virtual

Creating Stability for Teams

Live Virtual Session  I  60 minutes

Small leadership behaviors create stability. This session focuses on practical actions leaders can take to increase predictability and trust.

Participants will:

Cost: $190

Register by June 1 to…

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/

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…

4th Annual Sheep and Goat Field Day

August 7, 2026In-personMount VernonMO

This field day is a cooperative effort between MU Extension, Lincoln University and NC-SARE Program to provide practical knowledge to sheep and goat producers to make their operations successful. 

The field day is Friday, August 7, 2026 at 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the SW MU Research Extension Education Center, 14548 Highway H, Mount…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - August 11, 2026

August 11, 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…

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:

2026 Master Naturalist Core Training - Joplin

September 1, 2026 - November 17, 2026In-personJoplinMO

The Missouri Master Naturalist program mixes science with service, engaging Missourians in stewardship of the state’s natural resources through science-based education and volunteer community service. 

Participants receive natural resource-based training from natural resource experts on topics including: History of Conservation,…

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…

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…

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:

Springfield Reimagining Your Workforce: Breaking Barriers Together

September 22, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

The Reimagining Your Workforce Conference in Springfield brings together employers, community leaders, and service providers to focus on practical solutions that help regional employers become Fair-Chance employers. By elevating lived experience and employer perspectives, the conference will identify barriers that often go unseen and develop…

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…