Events

Wits Workout Cass County Extension Office

Thu, Aug 13 2026, 10am - Thu, Aug 27 2026, 12pmIn-person

 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…

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Aerial (CP27126)

Mon, Aug 17 2026, 8am - Wed, Aug 19 2026, 5pmIn-person

This course is pending DFS curriculum release and subsequent train the trainers. This course is designed for individuals who have completed Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Core and who are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri Aerial Device certification exam. In this class, students will discuss duties and responsibilities of the driver/…

HACCP Training (Aug 17-19, 2026)

Mon, Aug 17 2026, 8am - Wed, Aug 19 2026, 12pmIn-person

HACCP

HACCP training is being offered by the University of Missouri on the MU campus in Columbia, MO from Aug 17-19, 2026 (2.5 days)

Dr. Lakshmikantha 'Kantha' Channaiah, state extension specialist in food processing and an assistant professor in the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR), will lead…

MTI – Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence -- 2016-08-20

Thu, Aug 20 2026, 8:30 - 11:30amIn-personColumbiaMO

Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence

Conflict is inevitable, but mishandled conflict damages productivity and morale. This session strengthens leaders’ ability to address tension directly and productively.

Participants will:

MO APEX - Government Opportunities & Proposal Development - Virtual

Thu, Aug 20 2026, 1 - 2pmVirtual

Government Opportunities and Proposal Development - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27051

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - August 21st, 2026

Fri, Aug 21 2026, 9:30am - 12pmVirtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 21st, 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: August 21st, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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Extension Master Gardener Chapter Event: Flower Fest at Colonial Farms (Kansas City)

Sat, Aug 22 2026, 11am - Sun, Aug 23 2026, 3pmIn-person

Come bloom with us at Flower Fest at Colonial Farms! Since Powell Gardens took the reins, the farm has been bursting with family-friendly fun—and this event is no exception. Enjoy snacks, beverages, games, friendly goats, and the chance to pick your own beautiful bouquet. It’s a fresh-picked day of fun for the whole family! Extension Master…

NE Regional Grazing School - 2026

Tue, Aug 25 2026, 8am - Thu, Aug 27 2026, 5pmIn-person

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…

Childcare Program: Supporting Children's Grief in Early Childhood Programs (Afternoon)

Tue, Aug 25 2026, 1 - 3pmVirtual

This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief…

Childcare Program: Supporting Children's Grief in Early Childhood Programs (Evening)

Tue, Aug 25 2026, 6:30 - 8:30pmVirtual

This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief…

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

Wed, Aug 26 2026, 12 - 1pmVirtual

Cecilia Rabell (Mexico), a global leader in animal genetics and livestock production, is known for combining scientific expertise with real-world industry impact. Through her work advancing genetic improvement and livestock performance, she has helped shape the future of animal agriculture while serving as a strong advocate for developing the…

Food Safety Canning Workshop (Aug 27, 2026)

Thu, Aug 27 2026, 11am - 3pmIn-person

Food Safety Canning Workshop
 

Learn Safe Home Canning with Pickled Dilly Beans:

Join the University of Missouri Extension for an interactive Food Safety Canning Workshop designed for home canners, gardeners, farmers, and anyone interested in preserving fresh produce safely. This hands-on workshop will teach participants the…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (August)

Fri, Aug 28 2026, 8:30am - 2:30pmVirtual

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…

Extension Garden Steward: Trails West Library

Sat, Aug 29 2026, 9:30am - 3:30pmIn-person

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…