2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series

February 7, 2025 - December 5, 2025Virtual

Join us for the 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series, a webinar series dedicated to showcasing the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. In 2025, we spotlight successful stories of collaboration that are driving innovation, strengthening connections, and creating lasting…

Missouri Food Systems Network: 2025 Virtual Exchange

March 19, 2025 - August 20, 2025Virtual

Join the Missouri Food Systems Network to learn and share about exciting opportunities to build and enhance local food systems and food security in Missouri. 

Each meeting will feature a short presentation and ample time for discussion…

Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together

April 15, 2025 - November 11, 2025Virtual

Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together  

"Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together" is a dynamic program that blends the timeless practices of homesteading with modern approaches to health, wellness, and safety.…

Abilities Awareness- Pool Party, SW MO

June 11, 2025HybridLockwood

Let’s have a pool party! We’ll start with a light meal and listen to speakers. Then, to the pool for a fun evening! Bring your swim gear; adult supervision and waiver required at the pool. Caring for or teaching someone with a developmental disability?  

Small Business Certifications for Federal, State & Local Government Contracts

June 12, 2025Virtual

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This virtual seminar is an overview of the current small business socio-economic certifications in federal, local…

Invasive Plant Workshop

June 13, 2025In-personAlton

Join the Scenic Rivers Invasive Species Partnership and MU Extension during this in-depth workshop on invasive plants. Participants will learn how to identify common invasives and how to treat them. They will also learn about herbicide safety and application methods. In the afternoon, we'll head…

Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory

June 13, 2025Virtual

Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory (COMET) is a community training that recognizes rural values of neighbor helping neighbor, and communities being their own best resource, especially when concerned about another's emotional and mental well-being. 

Building Blocks of Success: Managing Your Early Childcare Business

June 14, 2025Virtual

This course lays the foundation for running a thriving early childcare business. From setting up strong daily operations to leading your team and navigating licensing and compliance, you’ll explore the key building blocks that support sustainable growth and high-quality care. 

100 Miles, 100 Days

June 16, 2025 - September 23, 2025Virtual

MU Extension is hosting a statewide initiative called 100 Miles, 100 Days which is a no-cost movement program that helps to motivate you to increase your physical activity throughout the 100 days of summer.  

Starting June 16th,…

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

June 18, 2025Virtual

This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that…