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…

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)…

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…

Extension Master Gardener: Soil Testing Helpline (Kansas City)

March 3, 2026 - November 19, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City presents the Soil Testing Helpline! We take the guesswork out of gardening by reviewing your soil test results. Did you receive your results and not know what to do next? The experts will answer all your gardening and soil questions and provide research-based horticulture advice to help your…

2026 Master Naturalist Core Training - Perry

March 5, 2026 - June 27, 2026In-personPerryMO

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…

Virtual Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 3 - M/W 9:30-10:30 AM

April 13, 2026 - June 22, 2026Virtual

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Extension Master Gardener: Soil Helpline and Drop off Site at Powell Gardens Colonial Farms (Kansas City)

April 25, 2026 - October 24, 2026In-personBlue SpringsMO

Got soil questions? Test - Don't Guess. The Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City invite you to our Soil Test Helpline at Powell Gardens Colonial Farms on the 4th Saturday of every month from April through October from 11am - 2pm. Bring your soil samples and a trained Extension Master Gardener will be there to help! We will accept…

Show-Me Neighborhood Art Month (June 2026)

June 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026Virtual

Show-Me Neighborhood Art Month is a statewide, month-long celebration of public art created by Missouri residents in their neighborhoods. This outreach effort by University of Missouri Extension invites people of all ages and artistic abilities to make and display art that reflects the personality and pride of their neighborhood — right in…

Extension Master Gardener: Garden 'n Grow (Kansas City)

June 1, 2026 - August 6, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

A Youth Gardening Adventure for Ages 9–13

Get ready for a summer packed with discovery, dirt, and delicious harvests! In the Garden 'n Grow program, young growers ages 9–13 will plant, tend, and harvest their very own garden plots -- guided every step of the way by the knowledgeable and friendly Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City…

Born Strong, Stay Healthy (virtual)

June 2, 2026 - June 25, 2026Virtual

Born Strong, Stay Healthy

Born Strong, Stay Healthy is a research-based strength and exercise program designed to help people prepare for and recover from childbirth, leading to healthier outcomes for parents and babies. The program helps participants stay active, build strength, and care for their physical and mental wellbeing before,…

Extension Garden Steward: Kansas City Community Gardens

June 3, 2026 - July 1, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

Join us for the Extension Garden Steward 5-week course on gardening know-how and practical horticulture skills. With both presentations and activities, you’ll gain the tools and knowledge you need to grow healthy plants, create beautiful landscapes, and support pollinators and beneficial insects.  

Seminar Sessions Include:

Building Strong Families Virtual June 2026

June 4, 2026 - July 9, 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 June 4, 2026- July 9, 2026

Session 1 Family Strengths

Session 2 Communication

Session 3 Stress Less, Live More

Session 4 Positive…

Extension Master Gardeners: Downtown Liberty Farmers Market (Kansas City)

June 13, 2026 - September 12, 2026In-personLibertyMO

The Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will have an information table at the Liberty Farmers Market on June 13th, July 11th, August 8th, and September 12th from 8am to 12pm noon. The EMGs will be sharing fun and informative horticulture information, along with details about MU Extension services and programs. Learn more about…

2026 100 Miles, 100 Days

June 16, 2026 - September 24, 2026Virtual

Get ready to make this your most active summer yet! The 100 Miles, 100 Days Challenge is back, and it’s your chance to move, roll, ride, or run your way to 100 miles. Whether you’re into biking at sunrise, dancing in your living room, cruising on rollerblades, or pushing miles in a wheelchair, every movement counts toward your goal.…

Rural Immersion Northwest Region

June 21, 2026 - June 25, 2026In-personTrentonMO

Location: Northwest Region, Missouri

Dates: June 21st- 25th, 2026

The Rural Immersion Program is a four-day experiential opportunity designed for health professions students interested in living and working in rural communities. This non-clinical program emphasizes the social, cultural, and community dynamics of rural life. Through…

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

June 24, 2026Virtual

Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Dr. Louise Bulmer, A Senior Lecturer in Animal & Veterinary Sciences at Scotland’s Rural College specializing in equine nutrition and the gut-brain axis; how diet affects microbiota and behavior.

This year-long series of monthly…

Make AI Work for your Business – SBDC Training

June 25, 2026Virtual

Presenter: Jasmine Shells – Grow with Google

Heard the buzz about AI, but wondering what it actually means for your business? This workshop cuts through the noise. By exploring practical applications and real-life examples from business owners like you, you’ll leave with a personalized plan to put AI to work for your business right away.…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - June 25, 2026

June 25, 2026Virtual

Registration Information

Training Date: June 25 | 6:00 PM-8:30 PM

Registration Deadline: June 25, 2026 11:00 AM

Cost: $75

Contact: Rudra Baral

Email: rudrabaral@missouri.edu

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

Extension Garden Steward: Colonial Farms

June 26, 2026In-personBlue SpringsMO

Looking for a crash course in gardening that covers all the essentials? 

Join us for the Extension Garden Steward: Green Thumb Bootcamp, a one-day seminar packed with gardening know-how and practical skills. With both presentations and activities, you’ll gain the tools you need to grow healthy plants, create beautiful landscapes, and…

Extension Master Gardener: Pollinator Festival at St. Paul Community Garden (Kansas City)

June 27, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

Come celebrate the magic of pollinators and the plants that attract them at the Pollinator Festival at St. Paul Community Garden. The Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will have information about pollinators and engaging activities for all ages. 

Date: Saturday, June 27th from 10:00am - 12pm (noon)

Location: St…

Extension Master Gardener: Children's Festival at Powell Gardens Colonial Farms (Kansas City)

June 27, 2026 - June 28, 2026In-personBlue SpringsMO

Come discover the magic of compost with the Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City at our information table at Powell Gardens Colonial Farms Children's Festival in June. We’ll have hands-on, engaging activities for all ages to explore what compost is, why it matters, and how it helps gardens grow. EMGs will also have soil testing…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual June

June 30, 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…

Small Business Resource Fair - In Person (St. Louis)

June 30, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

Small Business Resource Fair at T-REX in St. Louis

Registration Link:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-business-resource-fair-at-t-rex-tickets-1990525778186?aff=newsletterandsite

MoDOT DBE Certification Workshop - In Person (Springfield)

June 30, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

MoDOT DBE Certification Workshop in Springfield

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

MU Extension Summer Tax School 2026

July 1, 2026HybridColumbiaMO

MU Extension Summer Tax School 

This program has been…