Events

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…

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

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. 

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. 

Douglas County Livestock and Forage Conference

March 12, 2026In-personAvaMO

AVA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension – Douglas County will host a comprehensive Livestock and Forage Outlook Program on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Ava General Baptist Church Activity Center, 213 E. Webster Avenue, one block south of the courthouse.

This educational program will equip local livestock…

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…

Missouri Drone School

March 14, 2026In-personBuffaloMO

Join MU Extension specialists for a full day of discussion and hands-on training over using drones in Missouri agriculture! Through the duration of the program, we will cover the various kinds of drones currently being used in agricultural settings and what is required of remote pilots to utilize these technologies. Our team will introduce many…

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…

Virtual Dining with Diabetes, March 16 - April 6

March 16, 2026 - April 6, 2026Virtual

Dining with Diabetes is an online four-session course that helps participants build food skills through cooking while learning strategies to manage, prevent, or delay diabetes-related complications. Each session offers detailed instruction, group activities, and a live cooking demonstration of a diabetes-friendly meal.   

Dining…

Tai Chi For Arthritis and Fall Prevention- Holts Summit Civic Center 3-16-26

March 16, 2026 - May 11, 2026In-personHolts SummitMO

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.  

Published medical studies have…

Pasture Management Workshop - Miller County

March 17, 2026In-personTuscumbiaMO

Join University of Missouri Extension for a practical workshop covering key aspects of pasture management, including fertility, weed control, grazing strategies, and forage toxicity. This session is designed for livestock producers, landowners, and anyone looking to improve the productivity and health of their pastures.

Date: March 17
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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…

Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Zoom - Rusty Lee - March 18th

March 18, 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…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

March 18, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop