Events

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 3 October-December MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 9:30AM

October 20, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

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Ready, Set, Startup (Virtual)

October 20, 2026Virtual

We'll explore the steps needed to get your startup off the ground. Get your ducks in a row and start off with a solid foundation.

This is a virtual session - Zoom link will be sent prior to event.

No cost to attend.

Register at https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27183

Contact jpallesen@semo.edu with questions.

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - October 13, 2026

October 20, 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…

Freeze It! - Paris MO

October 20, 2026 - November 10, 2026In-personParisMO

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 at the Monroe County Extension office, 229 N.…

Home Weatherization and Energy Saving Workshop

October 20, 2026In-personGallatinMO

Learn easy and inexpensive ways to reduce your home energy costs.

This workshop is designed to teach you about low-cost, easy-to-do practices you can implement and that can have a large effect on reducing your home energy bill. Some of the topics covered will include:

Home energy checklist

Sealing air leaks

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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2 October-December MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 5:30PM

October 20, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 3 October-December MU Campus Tuesday/Thursday 5:30PM

October 20, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

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Introduction to QuickBooks Online (In-Person Training) | Osage Beach

October 20, 2026In-personOsage BeachMO

QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular cloud-based accounting programs for small business owners.

Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?

Alpha-Gal Syndrome Awareness - Cass County

October 20, 2026In-personHarrisonvilleMO

Description: Gain confidence in understanding Alpha-Gal Syndrome and how to manage it in daily life. Join this informative session to learn what Alpha-Gal Syndrome is, common symptoms, how screening works, and practical prevention strategies. You’ll also discover helpful tips for grocery shopping and reading labels so you can avoid hidden…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

October 21, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26639

Webinar: Economic Insights on Missouri Farm Income in 2027

October 21, 2026Virtual

As Missouri producers look ahead to 2027, changing commodity prices, input costs and government programs will all play a role in farm profitability. This webinar will explore the major drivers of Missouri farm income, including expectations for cash receipts, production expenses and government farm payments. Participants will also get an early…

Healthier Together-ShowMe Connection

October 21, 2026In-personGreenfieldMO

Healthier Together is a course that highlights the importance of social connection in our lives and in our communities. You’ll learn the value of healthy relationships and how they impact your overall wellbeing.

Date: October 21, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

Cost: No Fee 

Contact:
Amber Allen
Email:…

Focus on Kids: Gasconade County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 10/21/26

October 21, 2026In-personOwensvilleMO

Conducted in cooperation with Missouri’s circuit courts, the Focus on Kids program satisfies the law that requires parents who are divorcing and creating or modifying a custody order to complete an educational parenting program.

Payment Methods accepted: payable by cash, check or money order made payable to: Gasconade County Extension…

Beginner Farmer Class

October 21, 2026In-personOzarkMO

This event focuses on providing the practical knowledge and tools for the beginner farmer/rancher in southwest Missouri to lay the foundation for starting a successful agricultural business.  We will be covering practical forage agronomy, animal husbandry, as well as a discussion on navigating financing options for the beginning producer…

Active Killer Tabletop (CP27127)

October 22, 2026In-personSunrise BeachMO

Lecture and tabletop exercises designed to familiarize responding organizations with the implementation of a Unified Command structure to effectively mitigate an Active Killer incident. FD/PD students will work together through all phases of the initial response and first operational period of an incident. (EMS CEUS: EMT/Paramedic/Registered…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (October)

October 22, 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…

MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual

October 22, 2026Virtual

Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26630

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 10/22/26

October 22, 2026In-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…

Strategic Growth (Business Growth Workshop Day - Cape Girardeau)

October 22, 2026In-personCape GirardeauMO

Join us for the Strategic Growth session focused on how to grow your business. We'll dive into a 360 approach to assess your current situation and develop a game plan for growth. 

This session will be hosted at 920 Broadway, Cape Girardeau (Center of Innovation)

No cost to attend.

Register at https://missouri.…

Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory - October 22, 2026

October 22, 2026Virtual

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…

Funding for Business Growth (Business Growth Workshop Day - Cape Girardeau)

October 22, 2026In-personCape GirardeauMO

Explore funding options to grow your business. We'll dive into traditional, SBA, private, public, grants, and competitions for business funding. 

This session will be hosted at 920 Broadway, Cape Girardeau - Center for Innovation

Bring your own snack/lunch

No cost to attend

Register at https://missouri.…

Native Seed Collection Workshop: Buchanan County

October 22, 2026In-personSaint JosephMO

Join us for a native seed collection workshop where we will be collecting seed by hand and learning how to identify plants by seed-head, how to collect seed from different families, and meet other locals with similar interest in your community! Seed collected from each site will remain onsite to ensure local ecotype recruitment of new plants.…

Rainwater Collection Barrels

October 22, 2026In-personGallatinMO

Learn all about Rainwater Collection Barrels.  In this presentation you will learn how to collect rainwater for use in your gardens. Learn how to construct a rain barrel and set it up to collect rainwater that you can use to water your plants.

Location: Daviess County Library Community Room , 306 W Grand, Gallatin, MO

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Growing Your Own Oyster Mushrooms

October 22, 2026In-personSainte GenevieveMO

Skip the uncertainty of mushroom hunting and learn to grow your own fresh oyster mushrooms at home. During this hands-on workshop, Katie Kammler, University of Missouri Extension Horticulture Specialist, will guide participants through the mushroom-growing process, from preparing a grow block to caring for it and harvesting mushrooms. Each…

Bridging the Gap - A Firefighter’s Role for the Active Killer (CP27128)

October 23, 2026In-personSunrise BeachMO

You have just been dispatched to a school in your still area for an active shooter, and you are going to be one of the first arriving companies.  What’s your plan of action?  In this course, students will learn the changes that law enforcement has made to improve outcomes and also learn how the role of fire and EMS have changed and…

Extension Garden Steward: John Knox Village (5-Week Course)

October 23, 2026 - November 20, 2026In-personLee's SummitMO

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,…

Bugs, Trees, and Grasses of Cuivre River State Park

October 23, 2026In-personTroyMO

Join MU Extension Specialists for a nature hike to observe the insects, trees, and herbaceous plants along the Blazing Star trail at Cuivre River State Park in Troy, MO. Learn about Missouri's insects, tree identification, ecology, and more!

This event involves moderate hiking in potentially cool weather over dirt and rocky…

School Bus Rescue (CP27197)

October 23, 2026 - October 24, 2026In-personRichlandMO

Multiple casualty incidents tax most departments equipment and personnel resources. Is  your agency prepared? This course is designed to introduce participants to the difficult problem of handling an incident with multiple patients. The most frequent of these are school bus accidents. Instructors will demonstrate techniques of extrication…

Firefighter Friendly Thermal Imaging (CP27188)

October 24, 2026In-personPenceKS

Thermal imaging can be a misunderstood discipline. It is of immense value in functional mitigation, but is accompanied by inherent dangers. These dangers are most often associated with misinterpreting the display and deficient appreciation for the camera’s intrinsic limitations. This class evaluates the benefits afforded to the common…

Extension Garden Steward: Watkins Woolen Mill State Park

October 24, 2026In-personLawsonMO

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 Chapter Event: Fall Farm Festival & Pumpkin Patch at Colonial Farms

October 24, 2026In-personBlue SpringsMO

Experience the magic of autumn at Colonial Farms! Join us at the Fall Farm Festival and Pumpkin Patch on Saturday, October 24th from 11am-3pm. This event offers a delightful escape for families and friends. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the season with an array of exciting activities and attractions, including: picking pumpkins,…

MU Extension Fall Tax Schools 2026 - Columbia

October 26, 2026 - October 27, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

The schools are designed to cover practical topics encountered by tax preparers. These schools will be using the 2026 National Income Tax Workbook from the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation. The schools will cover:

Day 1

REACH October 2026 Employer and Century Farm Site Visit - Ozark Fisheries

October 26, 2026In-personStoutlandMO

Throughout the 2026–2027 school year, the Resilient Economies and Community Health (REACH) Community Collaborative is connecting students, community partners, and key stakeholders with local employers through monthly employer site visits.

These hands-on experiences offer an inside look at the businesses, industries, careers, and…

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

October 26, 2026In-personGrant CityMO

What is helping Worth 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?

Worth County residents and community partners are invited to explore those questions during a county-wide fall Forum on Monday, October 26, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.,…

Managing Team Attitudes & Expectations

October 27, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Value & Objectives

All organizations need effective teamwork and collaboration in order to create positive results. People throughout organizations are expected to generate the best possible outcomes, and to do so, they must work effectively with their immediate teams, as well as with members of extended teams. The best teams work…

Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Elections, Candidate Filings, and Candidate Personal Financial Disclosure (CP27138)

October 27, 2026Virtual

In this course, participants will learn about the election process for ambulance and fire protection districts, including the calling for elections,available ballot subjects, payment of election cost, prohibitions on such districts during elections, different types of elections, and key election milestone dates.Participants will also learn the…

Garlic Growing Workshop - Mt. Grove

October 27, 2026In-personMountain GroveMO

This workshop will cover the basics of growing garlic including planting, harvesting, storing, soil preparation, and different types.

Participants will also take part in hands-on garlic planting while learning about proper planting techniques.

Light snacks will be provided.

Free to attend, but registration is required.

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WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training - October 27, 2026

October 27, 2026Virtual

WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training (WRT) is a research-based training grounded in a long tradition of resilience enhancement science that enables participants to improve personal stress management, clarify their resilience needs, identify relevant supportive resources, and build skills to enhance resilience during their daily routines. Throughout…

Advanced QuickBooks Online Training (In-Person) | Osage Beach

October 27, 2026In-personOsage BeachMO

QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular accounting software programs for small business owners.

Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?

Season’s Sellings: Holiday Sales Planning for Farm & Food Businesses

October 27, 2026 - January 20, 2027Virtual

The holiday season can be a significant sales opportunity—are you ready to sell with confidence? Consumers are actively seeking local, unique gifts and ingredients during the holidays, and they prioritize supporting small businesses. Taking time to strategize, set goals, and create a plan can help your business extend your sales window and…

Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Elections, Candidate Filings, and Candidate Personal Financial Disclosure (CP27139)

October 27, 2026Virtual

In this course, participants will learn about the election process for ambulance and fire protection districts, including the calling for elections,available ballot subjects, payment of election cost, prohibitions on such districts during elections, different types of elections, and key election milestone dates.Participants will also learn the…

MU Extension Fall Tax Schools 2026 - Springfield

October 28, 2026 - October 29, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

The schools are designed to cover practical topics encountered by tax preparers. These schools will be using the 2026 National Income Tax Workbook from the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation. The schools will cover:

Day 1

Empowering Our Community: Anti-Human Trafficking Conference

October 28, 2026HybridColumbiaMO

Human trafficking is a significant issue in Missouri. Trafficking networks exploit vulnerabilities in transportation routes, agricultural industries, hospitality sectors, and other labor-intensive fields. Traffickers target individuals who are vulnerable due to factors such as poverty, homelessness, substance abuse, mental health issues,…

Missouri EATs Virtual Community Roundtables

October 28, 2026 - April 28, 2027Virtual

Missouri EATs Virtual Community Roundtable Series

When: October 28, 2026, January 27, 2027, and April 28, 2027

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Where: Online via Zoom (registration required)

Join us for the Missouri EATs Virtual Community Roundtables! These quarterly  gatherings provide an opportunity to:

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

October 28, 2026Virtual

Lidia Arend (Brazil), a swine reproduction specialist with Topigs Norsvin, is recognized for her work advancing sow fertility, reproductive management, and herd productivity. Through research and industry collaboration, she helps producers implement strategies that improve reproductive efficiency and overall performance while supporting the…

STL Farm Labor Workshop

October 29, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

Registration deadline: October 25th, 11:59pm

Location: MU Extension Metro Office (8225 Florissant Rd.)

Time: 10am-3pm

Cost: $0-40 (sliding scale available*)

Are you a flower, fruit, or vegetable producer who needs to hire paid labor? Or a gardener hoping to scale up, and realizing that you will probably need to pay…

Grant Ready: Building Capacity

October 30, 2026 - November 6, 2026In-personPoplar BluffMO

WHERE:  Ozark Foothills Regional Planning Commission, 3019 Fair Street, Poplar Bluff, MO

WHEN:  

9:00 am - 4:00 pm (lunch at noon) on Friday, October 30th and Friday, November 6th 

COST:  None

This two-part grant workshop series is made possible at no cost to participants by funding from the Delta…

Introduction to Grant Writing

October 30, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

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 cultivate. This includes…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Cape Girardeau County

October 30, 2026In-personJacksonMO

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…

Podcasting to Expand Your Educational Reach

October 30, 2026Virtual

Ready to start a podcast but unsure where to begin? Join us for this online ISE.

MU Extension Dairy Specialist and podcaster Reagan Bluel will share lessons learned from producing a globally recognized dairy podcast, along with practical, cost-effective recommendations for launching your own educational podcast. 

Mel Wolverson…