Events

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…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Virtual January 1-2pm

January 6, 2026 - March 3, 2026Virtual

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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 - Virtual Jan

January 12, 2026 - March 9, 2026Virtual

Description: 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…

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)…

Tunnel to Table: MU Extension’s Guide to Growing Specialty Crops in Tunnels for High Yields & Low Risks

January 20, 2026 - April 14, 2026Virtual

Registration deadline: January 20th, 12pm (noon)

Location: virtual on Zoom 

Time: Tuesdays January 20th-April 14th, 6:30-8:00pm

Join University of Missouri Extension and partner institutions for a practical 12-session webinar series on growing specialty crops in high, low, and caterpillar tunnels. Learn directly from…

NLA Movie Nights - 2026

January 22, 2026 - March 26, 2026Virtual

Join us for a special virtual screening of a selection of community development films and discussion!  

Whether you are a Neighborhood Leadership Academy alumni or new to the concept of community development, we welcome you to participate in this thought-provoking series as we work our way into a new year!  

4th Thursdays…

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…

Physical Activity Learning Sessions (PALS) Childcare Clock Hours

February 3, 2026 - March 3, 2026Virtual

Information needed: Name, Email, Childcare center, MOPD ID, 

When: Tuesdays, February 3,10,17,24 March 3

Where: Virtual 

Time: 4:30PM-6PM

What is PALS?

PALS is a series of learning sessions focused on physical activity. PALS sessions examine eight best practices areas for physical activity and address the…

Building Strong Families Virtual February 2026

February 5, 2026 - March 12, 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 Via Zoom all sessions are from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 1 Family Strengths 2/5/26

Session 2 Communication 2/12/26

Session 3 Stress Less, Live…

Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 1 Virtual February 2026---CANCELED

February 9, 2026 - April 1, 2026Virtual

This is class is virtual. We will meet on our Zoom meetings and will publish a link once it is processed. This class is to build strength, balance, and flexibility, allowing the participants to have confidence to live independently as the wish. We work to make sure the participants decrease their risk of falls that may result in series injury…

Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) VIRTUAL (Feb - Mar 2026)

February 12, 2026 - March 19, 2026Virtual

The Powerful Tools for Caregivers class series helps caregivers take better care of themselves while providing for a friend or relative. By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions held once a week are led by experienced class leaders. Participants are given a copy of the Powerful Tools…

Feedlot School - Linneus MO

February 18, 2026 - February 19, 2026In-personLinneusMO

Two day cattle backgrouding and finishing workshop.  First day focuses on backgrounding weaned calves and the second day focuses on finishing cattle on farm.  We will cover economics, risk management, nutrition and health management and tour a local small scale confinement feeding operation. Sign up for one or both days depending on…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

February 18, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26631

Basics of Grain Marketing Workshop

February 18, 2026 - February 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

The Basics of Grain Marketing Workshop
Join us for a two-day, in-person event on February 18–19 at the Boone County Electric Cooperative Building (1413 Rangeline St., Columbia, MO). This workshop provides practical, farm-ready strategies on key grain marketing topics, including basis, market carry, margins, cash markets, forward and futures…

Intellectual Property (IP) Basics

February 18, 2026Virtual

Join this interactive webinar to learn practical intellectual property (IP) fundamentals tailored for entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. USPTO experts will explain the core types of IP—patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets—show how each can support product development and business strategy, and highlight when and how to act to…

MO APEX - Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Hybrid

February 18, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO

Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211219

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

February 22, 2026Virtual

Join us as we kick off the International Year of the Woman Farmer with an inspiring keynote from Carey Portell, nationally recognized speaker and best-selling author. Carey’s powerful story of resilience—shaped by her twelve-year recovery as a survivor of a drunk driving accident—challenges audiences to break through limitations and embrace…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - February 24, 2026

February 24, 2026Virtual

MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual

February 25, 2026Virtual

Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and…

MO APEX - Craft a Winning Government Contracting Capability Statement - Hybrid

February 25, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO

Craft a Winning Government Contracting Capability Statement - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211222

The Backyard Restoration Toolkit: Swapping Invasives for Native Gardens and Healthy Trees

February 26, 2026In-personSalemMO

February 23rd-27th is Invasive Species Awareness Week. Take action to reduce the impact of invasive plants- starting in your yard!

 Join MU Extension, the Scenic Rivers Invasive Species Partnership, and the Missouri Prairie Foundation to learn about establishing and maintaining native plant gardens in your yard to enhance your local…

SW MO Beef Cattle Conference

February 27, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Heifer development, cattle health and taxes are important to cattle producers. Therefore, MU Extension is partnering with Missouri State University (MSU) to provide the SW MO Beef Cattle Conference, which will educate cattle producers on a variety of current topics in the cattle industry.

The conference will be on February 27 at the…

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

February 28, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Pearls of Production Conference

Date: February 28, 2026

Location: Beef Research and Teaching Farm, Columbia, MO

Cost: Adults – $20 | Children (ages 5–12) – $5

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

Childcare Professional Development: Kindness Counts: Teaching Children Prosocial Skills that Stick

March 2, 2026Virtual

Kindness Counts: Teaching Children Prosocial Skills that Stick 

This research-based session offers practical strategies for promoting prosocial behavior and guiding young children in childcare settings to foster kindness, cooperation, and emotional growth.

Time: 7:00 pm-8:00 pm

Date: Monday, March 2nd 

Class…

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

March 3, 2026Virtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26614