Tomato Growers Bootcamp - Lebanon
April 30, 2026In-personLebanonMO
This class will cover all aspects of growing tomatoes starting in spring with cultivar selection and planting, summer considerations such as pruning, watering, and harvesting, and fall garden clean-up.
Tunnel to Table Field Day: Milsap Farms - Greene County
May 1, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Cost: $10
Join MU Extension and local farmers for an on-farm hands-on educational experience. High tunnel production is a growing trend in specialty crop production that provides benefits such as season extension and reduction of certain foliar diseases. However, growing in high tunnels requires specific management practices to maximize…
Tomatoes in The Ozarks
May 1, 2026In-personWest PlainsMO
The program covers:
The history and domestication of tomatoes, including their relationship to the nightshade familySeed selection and variety choice, including early-maturing options and disease-resistant varietiesStarting tomatoes from seed or plugs and avoiding common planting mistakesSoil fertility and fertilizer math, with clear…
Vehicle Rescue: Operations - CR26143
May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026In-personMonettMO
Today vehicle extrication is as much a part of the fire service as firefighting. This class deals with tools and techniques required to remove an entrapped victim from a vehicle accident. Emphasis is on proper use of powered and manual rescue tools and air bags, coordination with EMS personnel,…
Vehicle Rescue: Operations - CR26147
May 1, 2026 - May 2, 2026In-personLebanonMO
Today vehicle extrication is as much a part of the fire service as firefighting. This class deals with tools and techniques required to remove an entrapped victim from a vehicle accident. Emphasis is on proper use of powered and manual rescue tools and air bags, coordination with EMS personnel,…
Certified Fire and Ambulance District Board Training - CP26315
May 2, 2026In-personLeadwoodMO
This workshop will provide the necessary training and education required for newly appointed ambulance and fire district board members under Missouri state law. The Missouri Ambulance Association and the Missouri Association of Fire Protection Districts have developed…
The Lithium-Ion Revolution - CP26326
May 2, 2026In-personJoplinMO
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…
The Lithium-Ion Revolution - CP26330
May 2, 2026In-personForsythMO
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…
EMGPC Plant Sale
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026In-personPlatte CityMO
The Extension Master Gardeners of Platte County are holding their annual Plant Sale May 2nd and 3rd at the Northland Career Center Greenhouse, 1801 Branch St., Platte City.
Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City Plant & Garage Sale
May 2, 2026In-personIndependenceMO
The MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City invite you to our HUGE Plant & Garage Sale Fundraiser — a one-day event packed with plants, garden treasures, and unique finds for every home.
When: May 2nd, 9am - 3pm
Where: Habitat for Humanity (Next to Restore), 501 North Dodgion Street, Independence, MO 64050
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Composting 101_Gentry and Worth Counties
May 2, 2026In-personAlbanyMO
Have you been wanting to learn how to compost your yard and kitchen waste? Maybe you have started a compost pile, but it is not working correctly. Participants attending this free program will learn:
making and using compost in their gardensthe benefits of compostsources of composting materialsmethods of composingissues during compost making…
Summer Fire School 2026
May 4, 2026 - May 31, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Missouri fire departments joined the University of Missouri in 1933 to address the need for an advanced training eventually changed to the Summer Fire College and finally to Summer Fire School. At that time their mission was to train firefighters to perform their duties…
The Lithium-Ion Revolution - CP26324
May 4, 2026In-personMapavilleMO
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…
Hosting Alpha-Gal Friendly Events
May 4, 2026Virtual
Come and learn all the ways to host an event that focuses on planning, cooking, and serving food that is conscious of the safety concerns of and inclusive for individuals with alpha-gal syndrome. This session will walk through practical strategies for hosting Extension events that are alpha-gal friendly. Participants will learn how to identify…
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…
Food, Fitness, and Health to Build Strong Families
May 4, 2026In-personBourbonMO
Join MU Extension at the Crawford County Library District Bourbon Branch to explore how to make healthier choices and read food labels, learn about the importance of family meals, and find ways to incorporate fitness into your family’s lifestyle.
Monday, May 4
5:30-6:30PM
Crawford County Library District Bourbon Branch…
Workshop on Tomato Production in Home Garden - Pulaski County
May 4, 2026In-personWaynesvilleMO
The tomato is America’s most popular home garden crop. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, low in calories, and an excellent source of lycopene, the pigment that makes tomatoes red and has been linked to the prevention of many forms of cancer. In this program, speaker will talk on suitable environment, soil preparation, seedling…
Retain With Intention - Building a Better Missouri Cow Herd
May 5, 2026 - May 6, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
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, 1.5-day program will provide Missouri producers with practical tools to evaluate genetics, nutrition, fertility, and performance data when selecting and…
On-the-Job Training Workshop: Skills for Workplace Trainers
May 5, 2026In-personClintonMO
Why This Training Matters
Did you know that:
73% of frontline employee training is delivered on-the-job by supervisors61% is delivered peer-to-peer1Yet, many supervisors, trainers, and peer mentors receive little to no guidance on how to train others effectively. This workshop bridges that gap—equipping your team with new skills,…
The Great Game of Business® – Minigames™
May 5, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
The Great Game of Business® – Minigames™MiniGames™ What to Expect:
MiniGames™ are a fun and effective way to gamify performance, drive results, and boost employee engagement. By turning business challenges into focused, short-term games, teams build business literacy, strengthen collaboration, and generate measurable outcomes — all while…
MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
May 5, 2026Virtual
Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26617
Description: Are you ready to explore the world of government contracting? Whether you’re a small business owner or just curious about the opportunities, this introductory training will give you the foundation…
Business Growth Workshop Day - Sikeston
May 5, 2026In-personSikestonMO
Join for one, two, or all three business workshops focused on how to grow your business.
10am - Strategic Growth 11:30am - Creating Your Brand Experience 1pm - Developing Your Marketing Game PlanEach session will explore different approaches to growing your business.
No cost to attend.
Bring your…
Passion to Profit: Psychology-Driven Offer Creation & Sustainable Business Foundations
May 5, 2026Virtual
Many entrepreneurs struggle to turn their skills and passions into revenue. This session introduces a psychology-backed framework for aligning strengths, market demand, and transformation into a clear, profitable offer.
Learning Objectives:
Understand psychological reasons entrepreneurs stay stuck in idea modeIdentify internal barriers…
Growing Tomatoes From seed to Harvest
May 5, 2026In-personMarble HillMO
Join us to learn about growing tomatoes from seed to harvest. We will cover variety selection, planting, care and pest management of tomatoes.
Excelling as an Administrative Professional
May 6, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Excelling as an Administrative Professional
Understand & Grow Your Value as an Administrative Professional.
Administrative professionals often underestimate their impact, despite being incredibly valuable leaders within their organization. With ever-changing technology and organizational climates, expectations are increasing in job…
Business Growth Workshop Day - Perryville
May 6, 2026In-personPerryvilleMO
Join for one, two, or all three business workshops focused on how to grow your business.
10am - Strategic Growth11:30am - Creating Your Brand Experience1pm - Funding for Business GrowthEach session will explore different approaches to growing your business.
No cost to attend.
Bring your own lunch.
Register https://…
Vegetable Garden Preparation
May 6, 2026In-personKansas CityMO
Get Ready for the 2026 Vegetable Gardening Season with a class to help you prepare. Come to the Kansas City North Community Center to learn how to get your garden soil, garden tools, and yourself ready for the 2026 gardening season.
For more Information contact Dr. Todd Higgins at trhiggins@missouri.edu
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 @ Joyce Raye Patterson, May-June 2026
May 6, 2026 - June 29, 2026In-personSaint JosephMO
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.Instructor Contact InformationRachel…
Dining with Diabetes-Hickory County-May 2026
May 6, 2026 - May 27, 2026In-personHermitageMO
Dining with Diabetes is a four-session course that helps participants build food skills through cooking while learning strategies to manage, prevent, or delay diabetes-related complications. Each session offers detailed instruction, group activities, and a live cooking demonstration and tasting of a diabetes-friendly meal.
…
Through the Lock - CP26278
May 7, 2026In-personLee's SummitMO
Through the lock forcible entry is one of the most overlooked and under-utilized forcible entry techniques. This technique is often thought to be too slow or too complex for many fireground applications. That is simply not true. This class is designed to teach the student a less…
Unlocking Team Potential: The 6 Types of Working Genius
May 7, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Unlocking Team Potential: The 6 Types of Working Genius
Do your team members struggle with burnout and frustration at work? Are meetings inefficient and unproductive? Do you wonder why some employees thrive in certain roles while others seem constantly drained?
Business owners, managers, and team leads today face the challenge of…
Business Growth Workshop Day - Poplar Bluff
May 7, 2026In-personPoplar BluffMO
Join for one, two, or all three business workshops focused on how to grow your business.
10am - Strategic Growth 11:30am - Creating Your Brand Experience 1pm - Funding for Business GrowthEach session will explore different approaches to growing your business.
No cost to attend.
Bring your own lunch.
…
Extension Master Gardener Course - Morgan County Core Training
May 7, 2026 - June 6, 2026In-personVersaillesMO
The mission of the Missouri Master Gardener Extension Program is “helping others learn to grow”. The Master Gardener program provides in-depth horticulture training to individuals throughout Missouri who then volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities to learn about gardening and environmental…
Livestock Genetics Unlocked
May 7, 2026In-personFultonMO
Livestock Genetics Unlocked is an interactive youth event that introduces participants to the basics of livestock genetics and how traits are passed from one generation to the next in cattle, sheep, goats, and swine.
A highlight of the program is the Genetic Lock Box Challenge, where youth solve genetically focused puzzles to discover the…
Emergency Vehicle Driver Training - CP26323
May 8, 2026 - May 9, 2026In-personPilot KnobMO
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…
Introduction to Grant Writing
May 8, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Introduction to Grant Writing
As a seasoned grant writer or newcomer, you will practice the essentials of writing grant proposals in this interactive and creative workshop.
You will learn everything from how to write, research and locate funding sources to where to find grant writing tips and tutorials that have taken years of expertise to…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - May 8, 2026
May 8, 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…
Central Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Sale
May 8, 2026In-personViennaMO
Join us on May 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM at South Central Regional Stockyards in Vienna for a special heifer sale featuring 10 consignors offering high-quality, show-me-select heifers. This is a great opportunity for producers to evaluate and invest in proven genetics to move their herd forward. Online bidding will be available through DV Auction,…
Certified Fire and Ambulance District Board Training - CP26334
May 9, 2026In-personSt. PetersMO
This workshop will provide the necessary training and education required for newly appointed ambulance and fire district board members under Missouri state law. The Missouri Ambulance Association and the Missouri Association of Fire Protection Districts have developed…
Women Owning Woodlands Spring Tree Identification Hike
May 9, 2026In-personPark HillsMO
Join the Missouri Chapter of Women Owning Woodlands on a springtime tree identification hike! We discuss the importance of our native tree species and how we can use clues like bark, flowers, twigs, and leaves to identify them.
We will be hiking the Lakeview Trail at St. Joe State Park in Park Hills, MO. This loop trail is 1.3…
Composting 101_Nodaway County
May 9, 2026In-personMaryvilleMO
Have you been wanting to learn how to compost your yard and kitchen waste? Maybe you have started a compost pile, but it is not working correctly. Participants attending this free program will learn:
making and using compost in their gardensthe benefits of compostsources of composting materialsmethods of composingissues during compost making…
In Person Portion: De-escalation and Use of Force Decision Making in Modern Law Enforcement
May 11, 2026 - May 12, 2026In-personIndependenceMO
The 12 hour in-person portion of this training will include 8 hours of classroom completion of ICAT, and 4 hours of scenario/role playing. ICAT is a training program that gives police officers tools for defusing critical incidents with a focus on those that do not involve suspects with guns.…
A Day Without Child Care - Early Child Care Supports Thriving Businesses
May 11, 2026Virtual
A Day Without Child Care:
This national awareness campaign is observed on May 11, 2026 to help the community understand the importance of child care in keeping our communities thriving. Child care is the workforce of the workforce. If we want to keep the economy thriving, we must ensure that the community has a thriving child care…
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:…
A Day without Child Care- Understanding Policies that Support Families in the Workplace
May 11, 2026Virtual
A Day Without Child Care:
This national awareness campaign is observed on May 11, 2026 to help the community understand the importance of child care in keeping our communities thriving. Child care is the workforce of the workforce. If we want to keep the economy thriving, we must ensure that the community has a thriving child care…
A Day Without Child Care- Understanding Collective Early Child Care Work in Your Community
May 11, 2026Virtual
A Day Without Child Care:
This national awareness campaign is observed on May 11, 2026 to help the community understand the importance of child care in keeping our communities thriving. Child care is the workforce of the workforce. If we want to keep the economy thriving, we must ensure that the community has a thriving child care…
Energy Management for Entrepreneurs
May 12, 2026Virtual
This session introduces the four-domain energy framework for sustainable performance. Participants learn how to optimize energy rather than simply manage time.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the difference between time management and energy managementLearn the 4 Domains of Energy: physical, emotional, mental, and purposeRecognize…
Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership - May Community Roundtable
May 12, 2026Virtual
Virtual Community Roundtable Series
When: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom (registration required)
Join us for the Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership Virtual Community Roundtable! These monthly gatherings provide an opportunity to:
Explore innovative solutions to improve…
Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026Virtual
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…
Tunnel to Table Field Day: Buckeye Acres Produce Farm - Johnson County
May 12, 2026In-personWarrensburgMO
Cost: $10
Join MU Extension and local farmers for an on-farm hands-on educational experience. High tunnel production is a growing trend in specialty crop production that provides benefits such as season extension and increased crop yields. However, growing in high tunnels requires specific management practices to maximize production, so…