Events

100 Miles, 100 Days - Springfield Community Walks-September

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 8am - Thu, Sep 24 2026, 8:30amIn-personSpringfieldMO

Join us for various Community Walks in September hosted by University of Missouri Extension as part of the statewide 100 Miles, 100 Days initiative!

This no-cost, in-person event is a fun and encouraging way to connect with your community, stay active, and enjoy the outdoors during the summer challenge. Whether you’ve already been logging…

Tech Tuesday - How to edit video on a phone

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 10 - 11amVirtual

Tech Tuesday series

Learn how to edit videos from start to finish using only your smartphone with Mel Wolverson. This hands-on session walks you through the complete mobile video editing workflow using Adobe Premiere for mobile, helping you turn your footage into polished, shareable content.

To get the most out of the workshop, take…

Missouri Good Neighbor Week Ambassador Network

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 12pm - Sat, Oct 10 2026, 12pmVirtual

Become a Missouri Good Neighbor Week Ambassador!

Help make Missouri the most neighborly state in America—one neighborhood at a time.

The new Missouri Good Neighbor Week Ambassador Program is for people who believe stronger communities begin with stronger relationships between neighbors.

When you register as an Ambassador, you'll gain…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Boone County Fall 2026

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 3pm - Tue, Oct 27 2026, 4pmIn-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. 

Focus on Kids: Osage County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit)- 9/1/26

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 4 - 6:30pmIn-personLinnMO

Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…

Extension Master Gardener Course - Clay/Platte County

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 5:30pm - Tue, Oct 20 2026, 8:30pmIn-personKansas CityMO

Clay and Platte Counties are hosting an In-Person MU Extension Master Gardener Core Training course Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-8:30 beginning September 1, 2026 and ending October 20th, 2026.  The course will be offered at the Maple Woods campus of Metropolitan Community College, 2601 NE Barry Road, Kansas City, Missouri in the…

2026 Master Naturalist Core Training - Joplin

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 6pm - Tue, Nov 17 2026, 9pmIn-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,…

Fall Pasture Management Workshop - Maries County

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 6 - 8pmIn-personViennaMO

University of Missouri Extension in partnership with Heartland Regional Library System Vienna Branch is inviting you for a free Fall Pasture Management Workshop designed to help livestock and forage producers improve pasture productivity, extend the grazing season, and make informed forage management decisions. 

Topics will include…

Livingston County - Resident & Alumni Fall Forum with Maximize Northwest Missouri

Tue, Sep 1 2026, 6 - 8pmIn-personChillicotheMO

What is helping Livingston County grow? What challenges may be holding it back? And what can residents, leaders and community partners do together to strengthen the county’s future?

Livingston County residents and community partners are invited to explore those questions during a county-wide fall Forum on Tuesday, September 1, from 6:00…

Retain With Intention - Building a Better Missouri Cow Herd

Wed, Sep 2 2026, 7:30am - Thu, Sep 3 2026, 4pmIn-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…

MAEP Members Explore MO Ag Tour - Southeast Missouri

Wed, Sep 2 2026, 12pm - Thu, Sep 3 2026, 12pmIn-personJacksonMO

Register for the MAEP Explore MO Ag tour. The tour will look at MO agriculture operations in Southeast Missouri. We will meet in Jackson, MO at the MU Extension office. For those interested, BBQ lunch will be provided starting at 11:30 am at the office.

Day 1: We will be touring Scott County.

12:30 pm – Travel to Apple Ridge Orchard…

MU Hundley-Whaley Extension and Education Center Field Day 2026

Thu, Sep 3 2026, 7:30 - 11amIn-personAlbanyMO

Annual field day for agricultural producers.

Extension Master Gardener Chapter Event- Hummingbird Festival at George Owens Park (Kansas City)

Thu, Sep 3 2026, 9am - Sat, Sep 5 2026, 6pmIn-personIndependenceMO

The Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will host a table at the Hummingbird Festival in September, focusing on native plants that attract hummingbirds. We will also have hummingbird food recipe cards. There will be fun hummingbird games for the kids and activities throughout the day. Help us celebrate Missouri's smallest bird…

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 9/3/26

Thu, Sep 3 2026, 9:30am - 12pmIn-personUnionMO

Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…

Extension Garden Steward: The TreeHouse at Liberty Hospital (5-Week Course)

Fri, Sep 4 2026, 9am - Fri, Oct 2 2026, 11amIn-personLibertyMO

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

Join us for the Extension Garden Steward: Green Thumb Bootcamp, a five-week course 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,…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - September 4th, 2026

Fri, Sep 4 2026, 9:30am - 12pmVirtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 4th, 2026 8AM

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

Cost: $75

Contact: Haley Schwantz

Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu

Training Date: September 4th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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Extension Master Gardener Chapter Event: Inviting Hummingbirds to Your Landscape (Kansas City)

Sat, Sep 5 2026, 9 - 11amIn-personBlue SpringsMO

Join Rachel Mandi, Burr Oak Woods Staff Naturalist, and the Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City for a presentation on "How to Invite Hummingbirds into your Landscape". The event will be followed by a work session at the Burr Oak Woods native perennial garden, consisting of deadheading, seed collection, Butterfly Weed (Asclepias…

Falls Risk Screener Certification (online only)

Mon, Sep 7 2026, 8am - Thu, Dec 31 2026, 4pmVirtual

Preventing Falls Starts Here! Join the Falls Free Missouri Coalition to obtain your Falls Risk Screener Certification. 

This training equips community health workers, home health aides, care coordinators, and other frontline professionals with the skills to screen, assess, document, and provide resources to older adults at risk for…

2026 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Douglas County

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 10:30am - Thu, Oct 29 2026, 11:30amIn-personAvaMO

The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere. The degree of exertion can be easily adjusted, making this program suitable for adults of all levels and abilities.

Published medical studies have shown benefits,…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - Virtual, Tues/Thurs Daytime

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 12pm - Thu, Nov 12 2026, 1:30pmVirtual

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

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 1 - 2pmVirtual

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…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 September Virtual - MU Extension

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 1pm - Thu, Oct 29 2026, 2pmVirtual

Virtual SSSH Level 2 

DeKalb County - Resident & Alumni Fall Forum with Maximize Northwest Missouri

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pmIn-personMaysvilleMO

What is helping DeKalb County grow? What challenges may be holding it back? And what can residents, leaders and community partners do together to strengthen the county’s future?

DeKalb County residents and community partners are invited to explore those questions during a county-wide fall Forum on Tuesday, September 8, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.…

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 9/8/26

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 5:30 - 8pmIn-personUnionMO

Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…

Central Region Show-Me-Select Meeting

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 6 - 7:30pmIn-personJefferson CityMO

Join MU Extension for a Central Region Show-Me-Select® Consignment Meeting designed for past and prospective consignors and veterinarians. Learn about program requirements, deadlines, fees, sale eligibility, herd health and reproductive protocols, and opportunities to market quality replacement heifers through the Show-Me-Select program.…

Fall Pasture Management Workshop - Miller County

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 6 - 8pmIn-personTuscumbiaMO

Join University of Missouri Extension for a free Fall Pasture Management Workshop designed to help livestock and forage producers improve pasture productivity, extend the grazing season, and make informed forage management decisions. 

Topics will include:

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - In-Person, Tuesday Evenings (St. Louis Only)

Tue, Sep 8 2026, 6pm - Tue, Nov 10 2026, 9pmIn-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

Wed, Sep 9 2026, 9am - 3pmHybridEwingMO

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…

Fall - Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 3 (Virtual)

Wed, Sep 9 2026, 9:30am - Mon, Nov 30 2026, 10:30amVirtual

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The Human Side of Extension: Building Trust, Access, and Sustainable Community Partnerships ISE

Wed, Sep 9 2026, 10am - 11:30pmVirtual

Successful Extension work depends on strong human connections, community trust, and inclusive engagement practices. This three-session ISE series equips Extension professionals with practical tools to engage individuals and communities navigating stress/trauma, disability, and policy/legalities—while building authentic relationships that…

Focus On Kids Cass County September

Wed, Sep 9 2026, 1 - 3:30pmIn-personHarrisonvilleMO

The FOK program is a co-parenting education program that fulfills as state mandate for divorcing or separating parents of minor children. The class provides research-based information to support children adjusting to parental separation and encourage positive co-parental communication.

Fall Howell County Grazing School

Wed, Sep 9 2026, 5pm - Sat, Sep 12 2026, 2:30pmIn-personWest PlainsMO

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…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - Virtual, Wednesday Evenings

Wed, Sep 9 2026, 6pm - Wed, Nov 11 2026, 9pmVirtual

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…

Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory - September 10, 2026

Thu, Sep 10 2026, 12 - 1:15pmVirtual

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. During the training, participants learn a natural way to talk with a friend, a neighbor…

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

Thu, Sep 10 2026, 1 - 2pmVirtual

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…

Pulaski County Fall Producers Program

Thu, Sep 10 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pmIn-personRichlandMO

Plan for a Successful Fall and Winter!

Learn about:

Body condition scoring as a tool in beef herd nutrition management

&

Forage options for winter grazing

This program will be held at the Swedeborg First Baptist Church 26894 Apple Street form 5:30 -to 7:30.   The program is free of charge and…

Andrew County - Resident & Alumni Fall Forum with Maximize Northwest Missouri

Thu, Sep 10 2026, 6 - 8pmIn-personSavannahMO

What is helping Andrew County grow? What challenges may be holding it back? And what can residents, leaders and community partners do together to strengthen the county’s future?

Andrew County residents and community partners are invited to explore those questions during a county-wide fall Forum on Thursday, September 10, from 6:00 - 8:00…

The Lithium-Ion Revolution (CP27149)

Thu, Sep 10 2026, 6pm - Fri, Sep 11 2026, 10pmIn-personEoliaMO

Newer electric vehicles are powered by battery packs generating enough power to power the average American household for about three days. This workshop will focus on building tools for the street smart attentive First Responder.  What, where and how these batteries are used and what to do when they fail. This presentation is filled with…

Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (CP27160)

Fri, Sep 11 2026, 8am - Sat, Sep 12 2026, 5pmIn-personGrandviewMO

The learning objective of this course is to reduce the risk of accidents involving responders and citizens by making sure new and existing emergency vehicle drivers develop safe and competent driving skills. This course incorporates the major elements of a comprehensive driver training and safety program, including classroom instruction,…

Faculty Friday--Peer Teaching Review Refresher

Fri, Sep 11 2026, 9 - 10amVirtual

MU Extension field faculty are required to have one peer teaching review conducted each year. When putting a promotion packet together it is required to include at least two from different years and up to four in your packet. Join us as we discuss why peer teaching reviews are important and best practices. Discussion to be lead by Joni Harper,…

Vehicle Fire Fighting (CP27117)

Sat, Sep 12 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personSenecaMO

One of the least recognized aspects of fire threat is the vehicle fire. Due to recent changes in vehicle design and construction firefighters are forced to change the way vehicle fires are fought. This course will present safe and efficient strategies and tactics to extinguish vehicles fires based upon: vehicle design; operating fuel,…

Bill and Margie Haag Field Day

Sat, Sep 12 2026, 8:30am - 12pmIn-personPortlandMO

The Bill and Margie Haag Field Day is a driving tour of forest and woodlands and glades managed by the Haag family. Participants will see forests of different ages and learn how these different age classes benefit different kinds of wildlife. Resource professionals will be on hand from the Missouri Department of Conservation, the Grouse Chapter…

Extension Garden Steward: Kansas City Public Library: Plaza Branch

Sat, Sep 12 2026, 9:30am - 3:30pmIn-personKansas CityMO

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…

2026 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Lee's Summit

Mon, Sep 14 2026, 9:30am - Thu, Nov 5 2026, 10:30amIn-personLee's SummitMO

The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere. The degree of exertion can be easily adjusted, making this program suitable for adults of all levels and abilities.

Program length: September 14 - November 5th

Walk with Ease - Tarkio

Mon, Sep 14 2026, 10am - Wed, Oct 21 2026, 11:30amIn-personTarkioMO

Walk with Ease is a 6-week walking program that is open to anyone and everyone. No matter if you need relief from arthritis pain or just want to be active, the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease program can teach you how to safely make physical activity part of your everyday life. 

The program includes a guidebook and a walking…

Transforming Early Child Care in Your Community Bootcamp - Fall 2026

Mon, Sep 14 2026, 12pm - Mon, Nov 9 2026, 2pmVirtual

Description: 

The Transforming Early Child Care in Your Community Boot Camp will take early child care stakeholders through the Community Change process. The Community Change process involves 5 phases: Assessment, Planning, Acting, Evaluating and Sustaining. We will explore each of these phases in terms of early child care. This…

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

Mon, Sep 14 2026, 1 - 2:30pmVirtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27036

Red Carpet Service - Maryville

Mon, Sep 14 2026, 2 - 4:30pmIn-personMaryvilleMO

As part of the 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference, hosted by the City of Maryville, MU Extension is offering Red Carpet Service at no cost to Maryville businesses on September 14, 2026, 2-4:30 p.m. at the Nodaway County Administration Center, 1st Floor Meeting Room.

Red Carpet Service combines traditional customer…

First Due: Pre-Planning for the Company Officer (CP27105)

Tue, Sep 15 2026, 8am - 12pmIn-personLee's SummitMO

This course prepares the student to complete preplanning operations at the company officer level.  Direct correlation to NFPA 1031 (with reverences to NFPA 1, 13, 25, 72, and 101.) Topics: Preplanning the preplan, What is the goal?, The devil is in the details, Finding a format that works at 3 a.m. How to organize information and make it…

Essentials of Effective Supervision (12-Week program)

Tue, Sep 15 2026, 4pm - Tue, Dec 8 2026, 7pmIn-personSpringfieldMO

The 12-week Essentials of Effective Supervision course provides a strong knowledge base for frontline supervisors, managers and team leaders. This series is designed to provide new supervisors, and those aspiring to become supervisors, with a unique blend of knowledge, skills and strategies in the areas needed to effectively and efficiently…