Events

Healthcare Technology on Tap

Wed, Apr 15 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pmIn-personColumbiaMO

How Everyday Tech Is Changing the Future of Health Care

From smartwatches that track your heart rhythm to sensors that help doctors spot problems early, the technology we use every day is quietly reshaping healthcare. Healthcare Technology on Tap brings together healthcare and technology experts to talk about how wearables, advanced…

Women Owning Woodlands Beginner Chainsaw Safety Workshop

Wed, Apr 15 2026, 6:30pm - Sat, May 2 2026, 4:30pmHybridColumbiaMO

Join Missouri Women Owning Woodlands for a women-focused, hands-on, accessible workshop on health, safety, and well-being around chainsaw usage. Participants will learn about personal protective equipment, field safety, maintenance, and techniques for safe chainsaw operation. This workshop aims to share technical chainsaw materials, prevent…

MOCAN April Quarterly Conference

Thu, Apr 16 2026, 9 - 11amVirtual

Join us for our second conference of the year, featuring a focused look at aging in the workforce and the foundations of caregiving. We’ll hear from experts at the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services and the Alzheimer’s Association. Be sure to stay until the end for updates from our work groups—you’ll learn what they’ve been…

Dade County Priority Session

Thu, Apr 16 2026, 10:30am - 12pmIn-personGreenfieldMO

Extension’s Priority Sessions are designed to bring people together to talk about what matters most to the local economy and quality of life. These sessions create a welcoming space for business owners, community leaders, elected officials, and partners to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities related to topics like…

Leveraging Community Assets to Lead Early Child Care Change

Thu, Apr 16 2026, 12:30 - 2pmVirtual

Description: 

Both individuals and communities are filled with assets or strengths. Uncover both your individual assets and your community’s assets in this session. Begin to think about how those assets can be leveraged to create change in early child care. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Stocker Cattle/Risk Management Workshop-Nevada, MO

Thu, Apr 16 2026, 6:30 - 9pmIn-personNevadaMO

This workshop is a cooperative effort between MU Extension, Vernon County Missouri Cattlemen's Association and FCS Financial. MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist Patrick Davis will educated cattle producers on stocker cattle management. Furthermore, FCS Financial Representative, Jay Sloniker, will discuss risk protection for stocker cattle…

Homegrown for the Creative Economy - Poplar Bluff

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 9am - Sat, Apr 18 2026, 12pmIn-personPoplar BluffMO

University of Missouri Extension is bringing HOMEGROWN Entrepreneurship to Poplar Bluff with a two-day workshop and vendor fair designed to inspire, equip, and connect entrepreneurs at every stage. Whether you are building a creative enterprise, running a small business, or exploring a new idea, HOMEGROWN offers practical tools and connections…

Jumpstart | Osage Beach, MO

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 9am - Fri, May 15 2026, 4pmIn-personOsage BeachMO

5-Week Business Foundation Program

You’ve got the idea, but now you need the blueprint to bring it to life. Join us for an intensive 5-week program designed to help you build a solid foundation for your business success. We’ll cover everything you need to launch with confidence and build a clear, actionable roadmap for your business success.…

Jumpstart | Sedalia, MO

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 9am - Fri, May 15 2026, 4pmIn-personSedaliaMO

5-Week Business Foundation Program

You’ve got the idea, but now you need the blueprint to bring it to life. Join us for an intensive 5-week program designed to help you build a solid foundation for your business success. We’ll cover everything you need to launch with confidence and build a clear, actionable roadmap for your business success.…

Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Zoom - Rusty Lee - April 17th

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 9am - 12pmVirtual

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…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 17, 2026

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 9:30am - 12pmVirtual

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…

Extension Master Gardener-Kellybrook Elementary STEAM Night (Kansas City)

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 6 - 8pmIn-personLibertyMO

The Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City are joining the Kellybrook Elementary PTA annual STEAM night, where community organizations and businesses related to STEAM join them for an open house at their school. This event is a highlight of the year for many students and attract 500+ people in attendance each year. The Extension…

Structural Fire Fighting Techniques - CP26284

Fri, Apr 17 2026, 6pm - Sat, Apr 18 2026, 5pmIn-personBuffaloMO

This course will explain, demonstrate, and provide hands-on skills training in fire ground operations necessary in interior structural fire attack. Topics include ICS, size-up, search and rescue, ventilation, forcible entry and hose stream management. This course will be taught in a lecture/practical format, including “live” fire training…

Certified Fire and Ambulance District Board Training - CP26304

Sat, Apr 18 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personWarsawMO

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…

Emergency Vehicle Driver Training - CP26270

Sat, Apr 18 2026, 8am - Sun, Apr 19 2026, 5pmIn-personLeadwoodMO

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…

Emergency Vehicle Driver Training - CP26317

Sat, Apr 18 2026, 8am - Sun, Apr 19 2026, 5pmIn-personHighlandvilleMO

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…

Vehicle Rescue: Operations - CR26154

Sat, Apr 18 2026, 8am - Sun, Apr 19 2026, 5pmIn-personOwensvilleMO

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,…

Extension Master Gardener: Earth Day -- A Native Wildlife Event

Sat, Apr 18 2026, 10am - 2pmIn-personKansas CityMO

Join the Extension Master Gardeners’ Children’s Program at Lakeside Nature Center for a hands-on Earth Day activity. Kids can decorate a container, learn why native plants are essential for healthy ecosystems, and take home their own native plant to support biodiversity and local wildlife. It’s a simple, meaningful way for families to explore…

Council On Boarding SW Region Webster, Greene, Christian, Stone, Barry and Taney Counties

Mon, Apr 20 2026, 5am - 7pmIn-personOzarkMO

Council member on boarding. This 2 hour in person workshop will cover different aspects of becoming an effective MU Extension council member.

Wisconsin Humane Officer: 24 Hours Continuing Education - Animal Cruelty Investigations Training

Mon, Apr 20 2026, 7:30am - Wed, Apr 22 2026, 5pmVirtual

Register online with a credit card or download printable Registration Form to pay with check

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Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Pumper - CP26282

Mon, Apr 20 2026, 8am - Fri, Apr 24 2026, 5pmIn-personWillardMO

his course is designed for individuals who are new to operating a pumper, anticipate future promotion to that position or are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri driver/operator pumper certification exam. In this class, students will build on the knowledge and…

Integrated Pest Management in the Garden-Oregon County

Mon, Apr 20 2026, 12 - 2pmIn-personAltonMO

Dealing with garden pests and diseases? 

Join us to learn effective, environmentally responsible strategies using Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM focuses on understanding pest life cycles and how they interact with their environment, then combines that knowledge with practical control options to manage problems.

Have…

Assessing Resources for Early Child Care Support

Mon, Apr 20 2026, 12:30 - 2pmVirtual

Description: 

Before a community decides to reinvent the wheel, it is important for them to explore the existing programs and resources. This means searching locally, statewide and in communities across the country. Learn some key places to get started and how to find best practices as you begin to think about projects to improve the…

The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Service-Based Businesses

Tue, Apr 21 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pmIn-personSpringfieldMO

The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Service-Based Businesses

At this training event, you will learn the fundamentals of the income statement, cash flow statement, and balance sheet.

Participants will engage in a hands-on, scenario-based learning experience of a service-based company that demonstrates how to read…

Mastering Business Communication: Writing with Clarity & Impact

Tue, Apr 21 2026, 9am - 4pmIn-personSpringfieldMO

Mastering Business Communication: Writing with Clarity & Impact

Modern workplaces demand strong communication skills at every level. Whether you’re on the front lines or in executive leadership, you need to master various digital tools, bridge generational gaps, and share information with speed and precision. Clear communication prevents…

Mt Vernon Regional Hay School

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 9am - 4:15pmIn-personMount VernonMO

Topics will include Forage Quality; Forages for Hay Production; Beef Cattle Nutrition; Hay Fertility Management; Understanding and Using Hay Tests; Pest Management; Managing the Cost of Hay; Hay and Round Bale Silage Harvest Systems; Hay Storage Management and Feeding Hay Efficiently.  For more information, call the Lawrence County…

Building Strong Families Franklin County In-Person April/May

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 11am - Wed, May 27 2026, 11amIn-personUnionMO

This program helps parents build on their existing strengths by developing communication and stress management skills and implementing positive parenting strategies.

6-Session Series 

Session 1 - Wednesday, April 22

Session 2 - Wednesday, April 29

Session 3 - Wednesday, May 6

Session 4 - Wednesday, May 13

Brain and the Disease of Addiction - April 22, 2026

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 12 - 1pmVirtual

Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) is a major public health concern in the United States. Nearly 43 million Americans 12 years of age or older are affected by this treatable, chronic medical disease. Approximately 23 million are in recovery and another 20 million are in active addiction. Participants will learn about the disease of addiction by…

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

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 12 - 1pmVirtual

Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Kate Hoare, an award-winning dairy farmer from Southeast Cornwall who runs Trenance Farm and has pioneered a highly sustainable, off-grid model using a bio methane-capturing slurry lagoon.

This year-long series of monthly virtual learning…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Linn County April 2026

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 1 - 4pmIn-personLinneusMO

MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) educates individuals seeking a Private Applicator or ‘Provisional’ Private Applicator Category 20-General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE) certification through the Missouri Department of Agriculture to purchase and use Restricted Use Pesticides (RUP) for purposes of producing any…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 22, 2026

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 1 - 3:30pmVirtual

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…

Extension Master Gardener Earth Day event (Kansas City)

Wed, Apr 22 2026, 6:30 - 8:30pmIn-personLee's SummitMO

Celebrate Earth Day with Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City at the Green Street Event Center on April 22nd. The EMGs will make seed bombs using native seeds and offer a demonstration on planting natives in containers. We will have children's pollinator activities with pollinator plants and wildlife coloring pages. The library…

Active Shooter Response - The Basics - CP26233

Fri, Apr 24 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personSunrise BeachMO

This course is designed to enhance knowledge and practical skill application in aggressive trauma care management of casualties in mass casualty and active shooter events in a multi-disciplinary approach. The focus for this course is as a refresher to the above course or to departments who…

Vehicle Fire Fighting - CP26335

Fri, Apr 24 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personNorth Kansas CityMO

Funding provided by the Division of Fire Safety (DFS) and the Missouri Fire Safety Education / Advisory Commission. State Funding sources include the DFS General Revenue (GR) Fire Training Fund and Fire Education Fund.

 the least…

Emergency Vehicle Driver Training - CP26307

Sat, Apr 25 2026, 8am - Sun, Apr 26 2026, 5pmIn-personRich HillMO

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…

Extension Garden Steward: Grace Church

Sat, Apr 25 2026, 9am - 3pmIn-personIndependenceMO

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…

What's Under the Hide? Youth Livestock Carcass Ultrasound Clinic

Sat, Apr 25 2026, 9am - 12pmIn-personJefferson CityMO

Join us for a hands-on learning experience where youth will discover what lies beneath the hide using livestock ultrasound technology. Participants will learn how ultrasound is used to evaluate carcass traits such as muscle, fat, and marbling while the animal is still alive. This clinic will help youth understand how carcass data relates to…

Composting 101_Atchison and Holt Counties

Sat, Apr 25 2026, 10:30am - 12pmIn-personRock PortMO

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:

The Lithium-Ion Revolution - CP26319

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personRiversideMO

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…

Food Safety Canning Workshop (April 27, 2026)

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 11am - 12pmIn-personColumbiaMO

Dear colleagues,

If you are new to canning and interested in learning safe and effective methods, we invite you to attend an upcoming workshop organized by the University of Missouri Extension. This FREE program (courtesy of the USDA through the Missouri Department of Agriculture) is designed to provide comprehensive guidance on the safe…

Understanding Collective Early Child Care Work in Your Community

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 12:30 - 2pmVirtual

Description: 

From the Community Leaders groups to the Child Care Collaborative Networks to the Kids Win Missouri coalitions to the Missouri Community Action Networks, Missouri’s early child care landscape is filled with existing coalitions. Learn how to get involved in collective work already happening in your region or how to start…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy @ Admiral Coontz Recreation Center April - June 2026 1-2 pm

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 1pm - Mon, Jun 1 2026, 2pmIn-personHannibalMO

Description: Unlock the joy of strength training! Join our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy 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:…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy @ Admiral Coontz Recreation Center April - June 2026 2-3 pm

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 2pm - Mon, Jun 1 2026, 3pmIn-personHannibalMO

Description: Unlock the joy of strength training! Join our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy 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:…

Workshop on Tomato Production in Home Garden - Cole County

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pmIn-personJefferson CityMO

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…

Howell County SMQA

Mon, Apr 27 2026, 6 - 7pmIn-personWest PlainsMO

SMQA event for 4-H youth in Howell County

Applied Food Safety Microbiology Training April 28-29, 2026 (Columbia, MO)

Tue, Apr 28 2026, 8:30am - Wed, Apr 29 2026, 12pmIn-personColumbiaMO

Dear Friends,

If you are interested in building both foundational understanding and practical skills in microbial control during food processing, this training is an excellent opportunity. Effective microbial control programs are essential for managing spoilage organisms as well as toxigenic and pathogenic microorganisms across a wide…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (April)

Tue, Apr 28 2026, 8:30am - 2:30pmVirtual

Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and…

Personal Branding: Identity-Based Branding for Entrepreneurs

Tue, Apr 28 2026, 12 - 1pmVirtual

This live Zoom session introduces identity-based branding rooted in psychological trust principles. Participants will clarify their positioning and strengthen their credibility through practical, psychology-backed strategies.

Learning Objectives:

Tunnel to Table Field Day: EarthDance Organic Farm School - St. Louis County

Tue, Apr 28 2026, 12 - 3pmIn-personFergusonMO

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 fungal pathogens. Growing in high tunnels requires specific management practices to maximize…

WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training - April 28, 2026

Tue, Apr 28 2026, 12 - 2:30pmVirtual

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…