Events

Extension Master Gardener: 2026 Spring Fling

March 7, 2026In-personIndependenceMO

Presented by the MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City

Join Extension Master Gardeners for this FREE, family-friendly event celebrating the start of gardening season! Visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on demonstrations, make-and-take projects, and giveaways while learning research-based gardening practices.

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Introduction to the Fire Service - CP26260

March 8, 2026 - March 15, 2026In-personKennettMO

This introductory course for new fire service personnel acquaints participants with the basics of fireground duties. Discussions address fire service history, organization, fireground safety, and fire behavior. We will discuss and demonstrate basic hose practices, ground…

Selling at the Farmers Market 2026

March 9, 2026 - March 13, 2026Virtual

Producers selling local foods at the farmers market can learn about marketing strategies, state regulations, value added products, food safety and more in this five-part online series. This lunch-and-learn webinar is presented by University of Missouri Extension. Missouri NCR SARE is a sponsor. 

Participants will hear from farmers,…

Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership - March Community Roundtable

March 10, 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:

Focus on Kids: Lincoln County Parent Education Program (45th Circuit) - 3/10/26

March 10, 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…

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 3/10/26

March 10, 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…

Estate Planning: What's the Worst That Could Happen? (Dunklin County - March 2026)

March 10, 2026In-personKennettMO

Date:  Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Time:  6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Location:  Dunklin County Public Library, 209 N. Main Street, Kennett, MO 

Cost:  Free

Registration:  Please pre-register, but walk-ins are also welcome.

Course Description:  In this course, participants will see a…

Building Leadership Excellence: A LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Based Workshop

March 11, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Building Leadership Excellence: A LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Based Workshop

Are you ready to unlock your leadership potential through hands-on discovery and creative thinking? This innovative 4-hour workshop uses the proven LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® methodology to help leaders at all levels gain deeper insights into their leadership style, strengths, and…

Horsemen's Webinar Series - How to Take Better Photos of Your Horse: Easy Conformation Basics

March 11, 2026Virtual

Chloe Collins is a western lifestyle, equine, livestock, and rodeo photographer and videographer. Her business, Rockin' CC Media is based in Strafford, Missouri. She will speak on taking good photos of your horse for marketing or personal use. 

MO APEX - Decoding GovCon Compliance: Essential Regulations Explained - Hybrid

March 11, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO

Decoding GovCon Compliance:  Essential Regulations Explained - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211228

Introduction to the Fire Service - CP26160

March 11, 2026 - May 2, 2026In-personMaryvilleMO

This introductory course for new fire service personnel acquaints participants with the basics of fireground duties. Discussions address fire service history, organization, fireground safety, and fire behavior. We will discuss and demonstrate basic hose practices, ground…

Early Child Care Supports Thriving Businesses (March 11, 2026)

March 11, 2026Virtual

Description: 

Learn about early child care’s impact on businesses. Without early child care, employers struggle to retain and recruit employees. Every year, Missouri loses $1.35 billion in economic opportunity and $280 million in tax revenue. Additionally, the affordability and availability of early child care in a community limits a…

Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Pettis County

March 12, 2026In-personSedaliaMO

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) - Scotland/Knox

March 12, 2026In-personRutledgeMO

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…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Moniteau County California HS Vo-Ag

March 12, 2026In-personCaliforniaMO

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…

Tomato Growers Bootcamp - Marshfield

March 12, 2026In-personMarshfieldMO

Gardening time will be here before we know it!  Join us for the 2026 Tomato Growers Bootcamp to learn about all aspects of growing tomatoes.

Thursday, March 12 from 6-8 pm at the Webster County Extension office (800 S. Marshall St., Marshfield) 

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. 

Living a Healthy Life with Diabetes -- March 13th - April 24th

March 13, 2026 - April 24, 2026Virtual

Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is an evidence-based 6-week class for individuals living with type 2 diabetes and their caregivers designed to help you better manage your diabetes by learning important self-management skills and techniques. Participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they…

Intro to Early Child Care Data (March 2026)

March 13, 2026Virtual

Description: 

Learn about the various early chlid care data sources in Missouri that exist. These sources will help communities quantify the early child care challenges that exist in their region. Data can also help spark conversations with other stakeholders in the community and measure impact of projects over time. At the end of…

Introduction to the Fire Service - CP26300

March 13, 2026 - March 28, 2026In-personWaverlyMO

This introductory course for new fire service personnel acquaints participants with the basics of fireground duties. Discussions address fire service history, organization, fireground safety, and fire behavior. We will discuss and demonstrate basic hose practices, ground…

Extension Garden Steward: Grace Church

March 14, 2026In-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…

Small Machinery Extrication Basic - CR26129

March 15, 2026In-personBarnhartMO

This 8 hour Advanced course is a continuation of the Basic course. This course has a short classroom presentation followed by an all day hands on scenario. Students will rotate from station to station dealing with various scenarios and utilizing the tools and techniques learned in the Basic portion of the class. Students will find this more…

Fire Don't Care - CP26244

March 15, 2026In-personWellingtonMO

The fires we fight are an equal opportunity creator of chaos and will kill and/or injure any firefighter without discretion or discrimination. The fire doesn’t care. After investigating hundreds of firefighter fatalities in the United States, NIOSH (National Institute of Safety and Health) has…

Small Machinery Extrication Advanced - CR26130

March 16, 2026In-personBarnhartMO

This 8 hour Advanced course is a continuation of the Basic course. This course has a short classroom presentation followed by an all day hands on scenario. Students will rotate from station to station dealing with various scenarios and utilizing the tools and techniques learned in the Basic portion of the class. Students will find this more…

2026 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Jefferson County

March 17, 2026In-personHillsboroMO

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…

Greene County Private Pesticide Applicator Training

March 18, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

This in-person course provides the Restricted Use Pesticide required training and certification for the Private Applicator's Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control license for agricultural producers who are 18 years and older. This training also applies to the Provisional Private Applicator's license for those 16 to 17 years of age and…