Events

Tech Tuesday - MU Extension Branding

Tue, Aug 4 2026, 10 - 11amVirtual

Creating on-brand communications is easier when you know where to look. This session will introduce MU Extension's branding resources, including logos, templates, messaging, photography, design standards and other tools that help faculty and staff create consistent, professional communications. You'll leave knowing where to find these resources…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Buchanan County

Tue, Aug 4 2026, 1 - 4pmIn-personEastonMO

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…

Douglas/Ozark County Grazing School

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 8am - Fri, Aug 7 2026, 12pmIn-personGainesvilleMO

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…

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Core (CP27123)

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 8am - Fri, Aug 7 2026, 5pmIn-personNixaMO

This course is designed for individuals who are new to the position of driver/operator, anticipate future promotion to that position or are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri driver/operator certification exam. In this class, students will discuss duties and responsibilities of the driver/operator, apparatus maintenance, apparatus…

Stay Strong Stay Healthy- Level 1- Millersburg Christian Church 8-5-26

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 9am - Mon, Sep 21 2026, 10amIn-personFultonMO

Led by trained instructors, our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program focuses on functional movements that support your everyday life. In hour-long classes held twice a week for eight weeks, you'll experience a workout that includes a warm-up, easy-to-follow strength exercises and a cool-down. With a focus on safety and gradual progression,…

Extension Master Gardener Course: Jackson & Clay Counties (Kansas City)

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 9:30am - Wed, Dec 9 2026, 12:30pmVirtual

The Extension Master Gardener program was established in Missouri in 1983 and provides in-depth horticultural training for Missourians who wish to share their knowledge of gardening. The mission of the University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener program is to support MU Extension by providing trained volunteers to assist in public…

2026 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Washington County

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 10am - Wed, Oct 7 2026, 10amIn-personPotosiMO

The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere. The degree of exertion can be easily adjusted, making this program suitable for adults of all levels and abilities.

Start Date and time: Wednesday, August 5, 10:00-…

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 1:30 - 3pmVirtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27035

100 Miles, 100 Days - Imperial Community Walk

Wed, Aug 5 2026, 5 - 6pmIn-personImperialMO

Join us for a Community Walk hosted by University of Missouri Extension as part 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 during the summer challenge. Whether you’ve already been logging miles or are just getting…

Extension Master Gardener Course - Butler County - Fall

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 9am - Thu, Nov 19 2026, 12pmIn-personPoplar BluffMO

The Extension Master Gardener program was established in Missouri in 1983 and provides in-depth horticultural training for Missourians who wish to share their knowledge of gardening. The mission of the University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener program is to support MU Extension by providing trained volunteers to assist in public…

Field to Consumer Farm Tours

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 9am - Thu, Sep 17 2026, 11amIn-personHigginsvilleMO

Real Farms. Real Strategies. Real Opportunities.

Join University of Missouri Extension for a hands-on workshop series designed to help farmers turn ideas into income. Farm Business Field Days take you directly onto working farms across the region to see how producers are building profitable operations through diversification- including…

MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 9 - 10:30amVirtual

Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26629

100 Miles, 100 Days - Crawford County Community Walk

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 10 - 10:30amIn-personSteelvilleMO

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

This no-cost, in-person event is a fun and encouraging way to connect with your community, stay active, and enjoy the outdoors during the summer challenge. Whether you’ve already been logging miles or are just…

Strengthening Regional Collaboration for Long-Term Recovery

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 10am - 2pmIn-personSaint LouisMO

This invite-only event includes a Regional Leadership Roundtable, Lunch & Bus Tour.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (doors open at 9:45 am)
Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. 
Location: The Hub (3000 E Prairie Ave, St. Louis, MO 63107)

Strengthening Regional Collaboration for Long-Term Recovery
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MO APEX - Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Virtual

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 12 - 1pmVirtual

Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Virtual Workshop with SCORE

Registration Link:  https://www.score.org/mo/st-louis/business-education/assess-your-government-contracting-readiness-7-13-2026/

Extension Master Gardener Course - Jasper County

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 5pm - Thu, Oct 15 2026, 7pmIn-personCarthageMO

The Extension Master Gardener program was established in Missouri in 1983 and provides in-depth horticultural training for Missourians who wish to share their knowledge of gardening. The mission of the University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener program is to support MU Extension by providing trained volunteers to assist in public…

Pasture Renovation Workshop

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 5 - 8:30pmIn-personPinevilleMO

The University of Missouri Extension in McDonald County is hosting a Pasture Renovation Workshop on Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the Pineville Community Center (602 Jesse James Rd, Pineville, MO 64856).  This event will feature a variety of topics of interest to livestock and forage producers. Dinner will be provided…

Building Strong Families Virtual August 2026

Thu, Aug 6 2026, 6pm - Thu, Sep 10 2026, 8pmVirtual

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

6-Session Series August 6, 2026- September 10, 2026

Session 1 Family Strengths

Session 2 Communication

Session 3 Stress Less, Live More

Session 4…

4th Annual Sheep and Goat Field Day

Fri, Aug 7 2026, 8am - 4:15pmIn-personMount VernonMO

This field day is a cooperative effort between MU Extension, Lincoln University and NC-SARE Program to provide practical knowledge to sheep and goat producers to make their operations successful. 

The field day is Friday, August 7, 2026 at 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the SW MU Research Extension Education Center, 14548 Highway H, Mount…

Bugs, Trees, and Grasses of Valley View Glades

Fri, Aug 7 2026, 8 - 10amIn-personHillsboroMO

Join MU Extension Specialists for a nature hike to observe the insects, trees, and herbaceous plants along the trail at Valley View Glades Natural Area in Hillsboro, MO. Learn about Missouri's insects, tree identification, ecology, and more!

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

Lessons from New Orleans: Building St. Louis' Long-Term Recovery (community members registration)

Fri, Aug 7 2026, 8 - 10amIn-personSaint LouisMO

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One year after the May 2025 tornado, St. Louis has an opportunity to learn from leaders who have spent decades helping communities recover after disaster.

On Friday, August 7, join us for a public breakfast convening featuring nationally recognized recovery practitioners from New Orleans…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - August 7th, 2026

Fri, Aug 7 2026, 9:30am - 12pmVirtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 7th, 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 7th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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Lost Person Search and Rescue (CP27109)

Fri, Aug 7 2026, 6pm - Sat, Aug 8 2026, 10pmIn-personRich HillMO

This course will assist first responders in appropriately organizing and managing a search and rescue response. Participants will build their skills in developing search strategies and resources. A brief overview of the aspects of the search operation; and the rescue operation will be culminated with a practical field exercise in a mock search…

Vehicle Fire Fighting (CP27119)

Sat, Aug 8 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personRollaMO

One of the least recognized aspects of fire threat is the vehicle fire. Due to recent changes in vehicle design and construction firefighters are forced to change the way vehicle fires are fought. This course will present safe and efficient strategies and tactics to extinguish vehicles fires based upon: vehicle design; operating fuel,…

Level 3: Expert Animal Cruelty Investigator - Online: ZOOM-August

Mon, Aug 10 2026, 7:30am - Fri, Aug 14 2026, 5pmVirtual

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Pumper (CP27124)

Mon, Aug 10 2026, 8am - Fri, Aug 14 2026, 5pmIn-personNixaMO

This 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 experience received in the driver/operator core class,  discuss duties…

Better Process Control School training - Acidified foods (Aug 10-11, 2026)

Mon, Aug 10 2026, 8:30am - Tue, Aug 11 2026, 12:30pmIn-personColumbiaMO

Better Process Control School (Acidified Foods)

Date: Aug 10-11, 2026

Venue: # 145, William Stringer Wing
University of Missouri,
Columbia-65211, Missouri

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1-Warren Health Dept Summer

Mon, Aug 10 2026, 9am - Wed, Sep 30 2026, 10amIn-personWarrentonMO

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.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1-Warren Senior Center Summer

Mon, Aug 10 2026, 10am - Wed, Sep 30 2026, 11amIn-personWarrentonMO

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.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 2-Warren Health Dept Summer

Tue, Aug 11 2026, 9am - Fri, Oct 2 2026, 10amIn-personWarrentonMO

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.

The Gift of Aging

Tue, Aug 11 2026, 9am - 1pmIn-personHannibalMO

Gift of Aging 2026: Living Well at Every Age

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
American Legion

Join us for the annual Gift of Aging conference, an educational event designed to help older adults, caregivers, and family members gain practical knowledge and connect with valuable community resources.

This year'…

Tai Chi For Arthritis, Part 2- Fulton YMCA 8-11-26

Tue, Aug 11 2026, 11am - Thu, Oct 15 2026, 12pmIn-personFultonMO

The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere. The degree of exertion can be easily adjusted, making this program suitable for adults of all levels and abilities. Tai Chi For Arthrits, Part 2 has additional moves…

Focus on Kids: Lincoln County Parent Education Program (45th Circuit) - 8/11/26

Tue, Aug 11 2026, 1 - 3:30pmIn-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…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - August 11, 2026

Tue, Aug 11 2026, 1 - 2pmVirtual

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…

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 8/11/26

Tue, Aug 11 2026, 5:30 - 8pmIn-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…

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual (August)

Wed, Aug 12 2026, 8:30 - 10amVirtual

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…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

Wed, Aug 12 2026, 9 - 10amVirtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26637

Women in Dairy | Lumen

Wed, Aug 12 2026, 12 - 12:30pmVirtual

Lumen Utility Consult works to help businesses navigate their utility challenges with expert advice and tailored solutions. Focused around energy audits and consumption management Lumen plans to share tricks of their trade to enhance your dairy's efficiency and reduce total monthly costs.

Focus On Kids Cass County August

Wed, Aug 12 2026, 1 - 3:30pmIn-personHarrisonvilleMO

The FOK program is a co-parenting education program that fulfills as state mandate for divorcing or separating parents of minor children. The class provides research-based information to support children adjusting to parental separation and encourage positive co-parental communication.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Cameron, Young at Heart Office - August-September 2026

Wed, Aug 12 2026, 2pm - Wed, Sep 16 2026, 3:30pmIn-personCameronMO

The Powerful Tools for Caregivers class series helps caregivers take better care of themselves while providing for a friend or relative. By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions held once a week are led by experienced class leaders. Participants are given a copy of the Powerful Tools…

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Mobile Water Supply (CP27125)

Thu, Aug 13 2026, 8am - Fri, Aug 14 2026, 5pmIn-personNixaMO

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 Mobile Water Supply certification exam. In this class, students will discuss duties and responsibilities of the driver/operator, apparatus maintenance, and mobile water supply operation and…

Patent Search - USPTO

Thu, Aug 13 2026, 10 - 11:30amVirtual

Join Johnna Childs, a librarian with the USPTO Patent and Trademark Resource Center Program, for a practical session on conducting a preliminary patent search, including an introduction to USPTO’s Patent Public Search tool and the multi-step patent search strategy.

Register

Wits Workout Cass County Extension Office

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

 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…

Missouri Master Naturalist Course in Kirksville

Thu, Aug 13 2026, 5:30pm - Thu, Nov 19 2026, 9pmIn-personKirksvilleMO

The Missouri Master Naturalist program is a community-based natural resource education and volunteer service program for adults, sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation and University of Missouri Extension. Its purpose is to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach and service dedicated to the…

100 Miles, 100 Days - St. Francois County Community Walk

Fri, Aug 14 2026, 8:30 - 10amIn-personPark HillsMO

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

This no-cost, in-person event is a fun and encouraging way to connect with your community, stay active, and enjoy the outdoors during the summer challenge. Whether you’ve already been logging miles or are just…

Faculty Friday--Risk Management

Fri, Aug 14 2026, 9 - 10amVirtual

Join us for our August Faculty Friday Session as Eric Jackson shares best practices, reminders, and updates for risk management in MU Extension. Working with the public, including volunteers, youth, extension council members, etc. involves a level of risk. It's important to be as prepared as possible and know where to turn when risk arises.…

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions - Fredericktown

Fri, Aug 14 2026, 10am - Fri, Sep 18 2026, 12:30pmIn-personFredericktownMO

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action…

Handling LP Gas Emergencies (CH27100)

Sat, Aug 15 2026, 8am - 10pmIn-personRich HillMO

LP gas is a potential hazard present in most communities and a complete understanding of its hazards is necessary to safely and efficiently handle such an incident. This class will present an overview of LP gas properties and characteristics, as well as provide the opportunity participate in an actual fire attack on an LP tank fire. Topics will…

Vehicle Fire Fighting (CP27152)

Sat, Aug 15 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personSeymourMO

One of the least recognized aspects of fire threat is the vehicle fire. Due to recent changes in vehicle design and construction firefighters are forced to change the way vehicle fires are fought. This course will present safe and efficient strategies and tactics to extinguish vehicles fires based upon: vehicle design; operating fuel,…

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 8/15/26

Sat, Aug 15 2026, 9:30am - 12pmIn-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…