Events

Emergency Response to Ammonia Incidents (CH27102)

September 26, 2026In-personMonettMO

Ammonia is one of the highest volume chemicals produced in the United States. It is used in the manufacturing of rocket fuels, synthetic fibers, yeast and explosives, with the most common use of fertilizer and as a refrigerant. With the current problem of theft of ammonia for drug production, this class will familiarize you with nurse tanks,…

The Lithium-Ion Revolution (CP27194)

September 26, 2026In-personWaynesvilleMO

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…

B3 - Building Better Bees for the Future!

September 26, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

B3: Building Better Bees for the Future
A Honey Bee Health & Breeding Symposium

September 26, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

Location:
Habitat for Humanity (Young School)
501 N. Dodgion Street
Independence, MO

Hosted by University of Missouri Extension, Heartland Beekeeping Partnership (HBeeP), Johnson…

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

September 26, 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…

Love Where You Live: IndeCleanup Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Opportunities & Community Clinics

September 27, 2026 - October 4, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

September 27–October 4, 2026 | Independence, Missouri

One week. One city. A lot of good.

MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City are joining the City of Independence and community partners for Love Where You Live: IndeCleanup, a citywide volunteer effort held in conjunction with Missouri Good Neighbor Week.

These…

Level 1: Professional Animal Cruelty Investigator - Online: ZOOM (Woodbine)

September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026Virtual

Moved to Online

Founded in 1990, the National Animal Cruelty Investigations School was the first of its kind, offering a combination of specialized veterinary and law enforcement training.…

WITS Workout plus OASIS Tutoring- New Bloomfield 9-28-26

September 28, 2026 - December 7, 2026In-personNew BloomfieldMO

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 mental exercises with social…

Dynamic Communication Skills & Strategies

September 29, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Learn to communicate in a manner that builds trust, teamwork and consensus. Develop key skills that result in two-way communication which is critical to a participative management style. Examine obstacles to effective communication and learn to facilitate supportive communication with diverse individuals and groups.

Key Information:

Focus on Kids: Lincoln County Parent Education Program (45th Circuit) - 9/29/26

September 29, 2026In-personTroyMO

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…

Local to Larger: Scaling Workshops for Food and Farm Businesses

September 29, 2026 - October 1, 2026In-personMissouri CityMO

What does the next stage of growth look like for your business? These in-person workshops help established food and farm businesses evaluate what the right scale looks like as they consider expanding into new markets. Participants will leave with practical tools to assess market channels and associated costs, understand the buyer landscape and…

Alpha-gal Awareness Lynn Library September 2026

September 29, 2026In-personLinnMO

Location: 22 Library Ln, Linn, MO 65051Description: 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…

Dining with Diabetes - Atchison County Health Department

September 29, 2026 - October 20, 2026In-personTarkioMO

Dining with Diabetes is a multi-session program that offers practical strategies and hands-on experiences to help you manage diabetes through healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Learning how to make informed food choices and build healthy routines can help you better manage your health and overall well-being.

Each session, you will…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Howell County -2026 Fall with Aerial Applicator

September 29, 2026In-personWest PlainsMO

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…

Becoming an Engaged Neighbor - City of Cottleville

September 29, 2026In-personCottlevilleMO

Applying the effort to be an engaged neighbor can help people feel less socially isolated, benefitting communities. Learn and discuss better paths to better neighboring with Deana Dothage, Extension Engagement Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension in St. Charles County. 

Childcare Program: Power of Play (Evening)

September 29, 2026Virtual

Play is a powerful tool for children’s learning and development. In this training, child care educators will explore different types of play, examine the skills play helps children develop, and learn how play supports healthy growth. Participants will also reflect on personal biases and gain practical strategies for creating engaging and…

Missouri Farm Lease Workshop - Paris

September 30, 2026In-personParisMO

This class will focus on the basics of farm leasing. Common types of farm leases will be explained. Important components of farm leases will be discussed. Information on trends in leasing will be shared. The class will focus on crop and pasture leases.

Born Strong, Stay Healthy with the Clay County Health Center

September 30, 2026 - November 6, 2026In-personLibertyMO

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,…

Putting the Garden to Bed: Planting Garlic, Mulching Strawberries & Seeding Cover Crops

September 30, 2026In-personOverlandMO

Cost: $0-10*

Fall has arrived and it is time to start thinking about how to prepare our gardens beds for winter. At the St. Louis County Demonstration Garden we are planting garlic, preparing our fragile strawberry plants to withstand freezing temperatures, and seeding cover crops. Join this workshop for hands-on experience and tips on:…

Missouri Farm Lease Workshop - Online

October 1, 2026Virtual

This class will focus on the basics of farm leasing. Common types of farm leases will be explained. Important components of farm leases will be discussed. Information on trends in leasing will be shared. The class will focus on crop and pasture leases.

Building Strong Families Virtual October 2026

October 1, 2026 - November 5, 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 October 1, 2026- November 5, 2026 from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 1 Family Strengths

Session 2 Communication

Session 3 Stress Less, Live More…

WITS- Immaculate Conception Church JC 10-2-26

October 2, 2026 - November 6, 2026In-personJefferson CityMO

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 mental exercises with social…

Extension Master Gardener: Plants and Pollinator Outreach at Gladfest Kid's Corner

October 2, 2026 - October 3, 2026In-personGladstoneMO

Gladfest is Gladstone’s annual fall festival, bringing the community together for a weekend of family-friendly fun at Linden Square. The event features a parade, carnival rides, live entertainment, food vendors, arts and crafts, marketplace booths, and activities for all ages.

Extension Master Gardeners from Master Gardeners of Greater…

Women Owning Woodlands Fall Field Trip

October 3, 2026In-personCamdentonMO

Join Missouri Women Owning Woodlands for our 2nd annual fall field trip! At Ha Ha Tonka State Park, we will explore their 3000 acres of woods, featuring extensive old growth oak woodlands and glade complexes with decades of management and prescribed fire. We will discover the impact of karst geologic features- sinkholes, caves, springs- on the…

Childcare Professional Development: Physical Activity Learning Session Series (PALS)-Virtual

October 5, 2026 - October 26, 2026Virtual

PALS is a series of learning sessions focused on physical activity. PALS sessions examine eight best practices areas for physical activity and address the challenges early care and education (ECE) professionals face in supporting active play. The PALS sessions will help you use best practices throughout your day to give children the best…

Wits Workout - Sullivan, MO Fall 2026

October 5, 2026 - November 2, 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…

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

October 5, 2026In-personMilanMO

What is helping Sullivan 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?

Sullivan County residents and community partners are invited to explore those questions during a county-wide fall Forum on Monday, October 5, from 6:00 - 8:00 p…

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

October 6, 2026 - October 8, 2026In-personSedaliaMO

The habits of successful leaders don't happen by chance; they're built intentionally. Based on Stephen Covey's proven principles, this course helps participants improve productivity, strengthen relationships, make better decisions, and become more effective leaders. Whether you're managing employees, serving customers, or growing your business…

Cooking with Pumpkins - Linn Library- October

October 6, 2026In-personLinnMO

Location: Linn Library - 22 Library Ln, Linn, MO 65051

Registration: Osage Library Link…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Level 1 in St Joseph at St Charles Place

October 6, 2026 - December 3, 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…

Tech Tuesday - Annual Report update

October 6, 2026Virtual

Tech Tuesday series

Have you worked on Annual Reports for MU Extension in the past, or will you this upcoming year? Annual reports have been simplified and streamlined for the website and online sharing. Learn more about the new process at this Tech Tuesday. 

Contact:  Mel. Wolverson or Rob Jones

Walk with Ease- Trenton 12:00 to 1:00pm

October 6, 2026 - November 19, 2026In-personTrentonMO

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…

Focus on Kids: Lincoln County Parent Education Program (45th Circuit) - 10/6/26

October 6, 2026In-personTroyMO

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…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Level 1 at the Clinton County Youth Building

October 6, 2026 - December 3, 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…

Dining With Diabetes/Tai Chi For Diabetes Combination Pilot- Cole Extension Office- 10/6/26

October 6, 2026 - November 20, 2026In-personJefferson CityMO

Come join us for an innovative Diabetes Program, combining diabetes nutrition with gentle physical movement!

The program includes:

Small Business 101 - SBDC Training

October 6, 2026In-personKirksvilleMO

Explore the essentials of starting a successful small business, from identifying market opportunities to understanding costs, customers, and marketing strategy.

Date: 10/6/2026

Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CDT)

Point of Contact: Bryce Cardwell, (660) 665-3348

Location: Economic Development Alliance, 315…

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual October 7, 2026

October 7, 2026Virtual

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Participants learn how to offer hope and help connect someone to lifesaving support.

Participants learn how to…

Transforming Conflict into Positive Outcomes

October 7, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Does conflict sometimes interfere with the day-to-day operations of your organization? Actually, conflict is a natural and even beneficial fact of life in the business environment. However, when not managed well it can result in low morale, decreased productivity, high stress levels, and the loss of good employees, all of which detract from the…

MO APEX - Ready, Set, Win: Positioning Your Small Business for Government Contracts - In Person (St. Louis)

October 7, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

Ready, Set, Win: Positioning Your Small Business for Government Contracts - In Person Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://www.slcl.org/events/ready-set-win-positioning-your-small-business-government-contracts

Community Walk at Mastodon State Historic Site

October 7, 2026In-personImperialMO

Join us for a Community Walk hosted by University of Missouri Extension to celebrate the completion of the statewide 100 Miles, 100 Days initiative!

This in-person event is a fun and encouraging way to connect with your community, stay active, and enjoy the outdoors. The walk is open to all ages and abilities.

The walk will take…

2026 MU Health Care Oncology Symposium

October 8, 2026 - October 9, 2026HybridColumbiaMO

The 2026 MU Health Care Oncology Symposium brings together healthcare professionals, educators, and researchers to share the latest advancements in cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. Presentations will highlight evidence-based practices and practical tools for physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare…

Emotional Intelligence: The Ingredient for Effective Leaders

October 8, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Emotional Intelligence has been identified as the single most important competency for effective leadership. According to Dan Goleman’s ground-breaking book, "Nothing else, including gender, education, geographic area, age, or hours worked came as close to predicting success as did emotional competencies.” Competencies “that have been…

MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual (October 2026)

October 8, 2026Virtual

Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop

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

Reimagining Your Workforce: Breaking Barriers Together Kansas City

October 8, 2026 - October 9, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

The Reimagining Your Workforce conference brings together employers, community leaders, workforce professionals, and service providers to explore practical strategies for finding, hiring, and retaining talent from often-overlooked workforce populations.

The conference will highlight employer experiences, lived perspectives, and regional…

Reimagining Your Workforce Sponsorship

October 8, 2026 - October 9, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

Support Reimagining Your Workforce: Breaking Barriers Together

Reimagining Your Workforce will bring together employers, workforce professionals, community leaders, and service providers to share practical strategies for finding, hiring, retaining, and supporting talent from often-overlooked workforce populations.

Sponsorships help…

Freeze It! - Barton County

October 8, 2026 - October 29, 2026In-personLamarMO

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 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lamar…

Faculty Friday--Building a Promotion Ready CV

October 9, 2026Virtual

As a promotion eligible faculty member, a curriculum vitae (CV) is required as a part of your promotion packet. Do you have a CV or not sure where to start? Join us as Laura Roesch from the MU Career Center walks through the parts of an important CV.

This is an internal event for MU Extension faculty.

Questions? Contact Sarah Traub…

Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Virtual via Zoom

October 13, 2026Virtual

Completing this training makes one eligible for the Noncertified Restricted-Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator license. The license will allow you to legally use or determine the need for the use of any restricted use pesticide while under the direct supervision of a certified commercial applicator, certified noncommercial applicator or certified…

The Power of Positive Teams

October 13, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Many organizations are feeling pressure due to the increased competition for talent, having fewer people to keep up, and operating in a constant state of change. As a lack of connection deteriorates team culture and engagement, remaining positive and avoiding the doom-and-gloom forecasts can be challenging. Building a positive, people-first…

Freeze It! - Gasconade County - Health Department- Hermann

October 13, 2026 - November 3, 2026In-personHermannMO

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 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gasconade Health…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - October 13, 2026

October 13, 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…