Online Portion: De-escalation and Use of Force Decision Making in Modern Law Enforcement
April 28, 2025 - June 30, 2026Virtual
This twelve hour online course is designed for law enforcement officers to present materials and information for de-escalation in use of force situations. It has four modules including: Constitutional Law, Missouri Statutory Law, Crisis Negotiations and…
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention at Excelsior Springs Community Center
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026In-personExcelsior SpringsMO
Course Details:
Location: Excelsior Springs Community CenterAddress: 500 Tiger Dr, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024Format: Mondays/Wednesdays from 12-1 pmDates: April 27 - June 24, 2026.Cost: FREE series thanks to the generosity of the Mid-America Regional Council. Contact: Melissa Cotton at cottonmr@missouri.edu or 816-892-0553 with…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…
Weekly Crop Scouting Report 2026
January 5, 2026 - December 1, 2026Virtual
The Weekly Crop Scouting Report informs producers of pest threats in wheat, corn, soybeans, milo, and fescue pasture; major threats occurring in other forages or row crops, are also reported. Subscribing producers receive a weekly report via email containing research-based information on: environmental issues, nutrient deficiencies,…
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)…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Holt County with Ag Update Following
January 27, 2026 - January 27, 2027In-personOregonMO
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…
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…
2026 TIARA — Training in Implementation: Actionable Research Approaches
January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027HybridKansas CityMO
Translating evidence into practice is a complex process that often spans several years or decades. Recognizing the need to urgently act in the quickly evolving healthcare landscape, TIARA provides physicians, nurses, pharmacists, students/trainees, researchers, and other healthcare professionals…
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…
2026 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention- Gerald- April
April 7, 2026 - May 26, 2027In-personGeraldMO
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.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1-Warren Senior Center Spring
April 13, 2026 - June 17, 2026In-personWarrentonMO
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.
10-11 AM…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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Description: Take your strength training further with SSSH Level 3! Move at a slightly quicker pace. Progress to more complex strength training exercises that build muscle power and coordination. Continue to enhance your strength, agility and ability to complete everyday activities.Cost: In…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…
Transforming Early Child Care in Your Community Boot Camp (Spring 2026)
April 29, 2026 - June 24, 2026Virtual
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…
Extension Master Gardener Course in Cape Girardeau County
April 30, 2026 - July 23, 2026In-personJacksonMO
The Extension Master Gardener program was established in Missouri in 1983 and provides in-depth horticultural training for Missourians who wish to share their knowledge of gardening. The mission of the University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener program is to support MU Extension by providing trained volunteers to assist in public…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) Level 1 - Rock Port
May 4, 2026 - June 26, 2026In-personRock PortMO
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.
Cost: FREE…Tai Chi For Arthritis And Fall Prevention - Warrenton
May 5, 2026 - June 30, 2026In-personWarrentonMO
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…
WITS Workout-Ripley County Nutrition Center-Doniphan- 5-6-26
May 6, 2026 - July 29, 2026In-personDoniphanMO
If you are an older adult, WITS Workout can help you keep your brain healthy through fun activities and spending time with others who want to do the same. It can improve your memory, attention and thinking skills. In the program, you will solve puzzles, discuss different topics and learn ways to take care of your brain. WITS Workout combines…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Howell County
May 11, 2026 - July 15, 2026In-personWest PlainsMO
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…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Fayette Spring 2026
May 11, 2026 - July 1, 2026In-personFayetteMO
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.
Cost:…WITS Workout-Naylor Nutrition Center-May-2026
May 11, 2026 - July 6, 2026In-personNaylorMO
If you are an older adult, WITS Workout can help you keep your brain healthy through fun activities and spending time with others who want to do the same. It can improve your memory, attention and thinking skills. In the program, you will solve puzzles, discuss different topics and learn ways to take care of your brain. WITS Workout combines…
2026 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Howell County
May 11, 2026 - July 22, 2026In-personWest PlainsMO
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,…
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain - virtual May-June 2026
May 14, 2026 - June 18, 2026Virtual
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action…
Calf Backgrounding Program
May 19, 2026 - June 30, 2026In-personMount VernonMO
Wanting to learn more about how to make money with preconditioning or backgrounding calves? Well this is the program for you! This program will be useful for both beginning and experienced cattlemen.
This program will take place at the Eldon Cole Center on the Southwest Research, Extension, and Education Center located at…
Garden 'n Grow _Gentry County
May 19, 2026 - July 23, 2026In-personAlbanyMO
Guided by adult volunteers, development of the whole child is emphasized as well as team building as each youth gardens with a partner. Adult leaders use cooperative teaching skills to educate youths about seeds, transplants, garden planning and design, site preparation, soils, plant growth and development, costs of production, garden pests,…
Living a Healthy Life with Diabetes Toolkit - virtual Spring 2026
May 20, 2026 - June 24, 2026Virtual
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Level 3 -- May 28-July 30
May 28, 2026 - July 30, 2026Virtual
Take your strength training further with SSSH Level 3! Move at a slightly quicker pace. Progress to more complex strength training exercises that build muscle power and coordination. Continue to enhance your strength, agility and ability to complete everyday activities.Contact InfoEmily BarbeeEmily.Barbee@missouri.edu314-400-7298Sessions (dates/…
2026 Missouri Writing Project Summer Institute
May 29, 2026 - June 25, 2026HybridColumbiaMO
As a National Writing Project affiliate, we believe that the best teachers are writers themselves. As such, the Invitational Summer Institute seeks to build a community of teachers and writers to support writing in all subjects and grades. We welcome applicants from all areas who are interested in learning more about the teaching of writing. In…
Freeze It! Douglas County
May 29, 2026 - June 18, 2026In-personAvaMO
The University of Missouri Extension is offering a sponsored four-session class series designed to help families reduce food waste, save money, and prepare healthy meals at home. This course is sponsored and has no additional cost to participants.
The program, Freeze It!, will be held from 11:00 a.m. to -1:00 p.m. at the gb Activity…
Summer Readiness Backpack Program
May 31, 2026 - August 8, 2026In-personButlerMO
Summer STEAM Backpack Program (Ages 3–7)
Join us this summer for a fun, hands-on learning experience! Our program introduces young learners to STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics—through engaging, take-home activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Each child will receive activity materials they…
Summer Readiness Backpack Program
May 31, 2026 - August 8, 2026In-personButlerMO
Summer STEAM Backpack Program (Ages 3–7)
Join us this summer for a fun, hands-on learning experience! Our program introduces young learners to STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics—through engaging, take-home activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Each child will receive activity materials they…
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…
Garden 'N Grow in Buchanan County
June 1, 2026 - August 6, 2026In-personEastonMO
The Missouri Garden ‘N Grow program is a summer volunteer gardening program for 8 to 13-year-olds. Participating youths not only learn vegetable gardening, but also “cultivate” other science, math and language arts skills — and have fun! The goals of Garden ‘N Grow are to experience the fun of gardening, enjoy a feeling of success, and have the…
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…
Whole YOU Summer Challenge
June 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026Virtual
The Whole You Summer Challenge is a family-friendly program designed to help children and caregivers build healthy habits while staying active, learning together, and strengthening connections within their community. Each month, participants choose simple activities from four areas—mind, body, home, and community—to support overall well-being…
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,…
2026 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention- Linn- June
June 3, 2026 - July 29, 2027In-personLinnMO
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.
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:
Ground…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…
Stay Strong Stay Healthy- Level 1-Legends Rec Plex 6-8-26
June 8, 2026 - July 29, 2026In-personFultonMO
Led by trained instructors, our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program focuses on functional movements that support your everyday life. In hour-long classes held twice a week for eight weeks, you'll experience a workout that includes a warm-up, easy-to-follow strength exercises and a cool-down. With a focus on safety and gradual progression,…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 Summer MU Campus Monday/Wednesday 9:30AM - AT FULL CAPACITY
June 8, 2026 - July 29, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Description:
Take your strength training to the next level with 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.
Cost: …
Wits Workout - Sullivan, MO
June 8, 2026 - July 20, 2026In-personSullivanMO
If you are an older adult, Wits Workout can help you keep your brain healthy through fun activities and spending time with others who want to do the same. It can improve your memory, attention and thinking skills. In the program, you will solve puzzles, discuss different topics and learn ways to take care of your brain. Wits Workout combines…
Tai Chi For Arthritis And Fall Prevention- Legends Rec Plex 6-8-26
June 8, 2026 - July 29, 2026In-personFultonMO
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…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 3 Summer MU Campus Monday/Wednesday 11:00AM
June 8, 2026 - July 29, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Description:
o Take your strength training further with SSSH Level 3! Move at a slightly quicker pace. Progress to more complex strength training exercises that build muscle power and coordination. Continue to enhance your strength, agility and ability to complete everyday activities.
Cost:
$60 per person …
Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 2 Series 1 2026 Gideon New Madrid County
June 9, 2026 - August 6, 2026In-personGideonMO
Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 2 Series 2 2026 at the Gideon Community Center starting June 9, 2026 at 9:00am-10:00am. The tentative dates run June 9,11,16,18,23,25,30, July 2,7,9,14,16,21,23, August 4, and finish August 6, 2026. Any dates that are missed will be made up on another date or time. Gideon Community Center is located at 100 N Main…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Summer MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 am
June 9, 2026 - July 30, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
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…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 3 Summer MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 9:30AM- AT FULL CAPACITY
June 9, 2026 - July 30, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Description:
Take your strength training further with SSSH Level 3! Move at a slightly quicker pace. Progress to more complex strength training exercises that build muscle power and coordination. Continue to enhance your strength, agility and ability to complete everyday activities.
Cost:
$60 per person…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 Summer MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 11:00AM
June 9, 2026 - July 30, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Description:
Take your strength training to the next level with 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.
Cost: …
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 3 Summer MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 5:30PM
June 9, 2026 - July 30, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Description: Take your strength training further with SSSH Level 3! Move at a slightly quicker pace. Progress to more complex strength training exercises that build muscle power and coordination. Continue to enhance your strength, agility and ability to complete everyday activities.Cost: In person $60 per personContact Info
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