Events

Emergency Response to Ammonia Incidents (CH27102)

Sat, Sep 26 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personMonettMO

Ammonia is one of the highest volume chemicals produced in the United States. It is used in the manufacturing of rocket fuels, synthetic fibers, yeast and explosives, with the most common use of fertilizer and as a refrigerant. With the current problem of theft of ammonia for drug production, this class will familiarize you with nurse tanks,…

The Lithium-Ion Revolution (CP27194)

Sat, Sep 26 2026, 8am - 5pmIn-personWaynesvilleMO

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 when they fail. This presentation is filled with…

B3 - Building Better Bees for the Future!

Sat, Sep 26 2026, 9am - 5pmIn-personIndependenceMO

B3: Building Better Bees for the Future
A Honey Bee Health & Breeding Symposium

September 26, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

Location:
Habitat for Humanity (Young School)
501 N. Dodgion Street
Independence, MO

Hosted by University of Missouri Extension, Heartland Beekeeping Partnership (HBeeP), Johnson…

Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 9/26/26

Sat, Sep 26 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…

Love Where You Live: IndeCleanup Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Opportunities & Community Clinics

Sun, Sep 27 2026, 12pm - Sun, Oct 4 2026, 6pmIn-personIndependenceMO

September 27–October 4, 2026 | Independence, Missouri

One week. One city. A lot of good.

MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City are joining the City of Independence and community partners for Love Where You Live: IndeCleanup, a citywide volunteer effort held in conjunction with Missouri Good Neighbor Week.

These…

DeKalb County 4-H Recognition

Sun, Sep 27 2026, 5 - 8pmIn-personMaysvilleMO

DeKalb County 4-H Recognition

Celebrating Achievement, Leadership, Service & Growth

DeKalb County 4-H Recognition Night is an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of our youth, volunteers, clubs, and supporters throughout the 4-H year. From completing projects and earning premiums to demonstrating leadership and serving their…

WITS Workout plus OASIS Tutoring- New Bloomfield 9-28-26

Mon, Sep 28 2026, 9am - Mon, Dec 7 2026, 11amIn-personNew BloomfieldMO

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 social…

WITS Workout-Naylor Nutrition Center-Sept-2026

Mon, Sep 28 2026, 11am - Mon, Nov 16 2026, 12pmIn-personNaylorMO

If you are an older adult, 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…

Dynamic Communication Skills & Strategies

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 9am - 4pmIn-personSpringfieldMO

Learn to communicate in a manner that builds trust, teamwork and consensus. Develop key skills that result in two-way communication which is critical to a participative management style. Examine obstacles to effective communication and learn to facilitate supportive communication with diverse individuals and groups.

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STOP THE SPREAD: Combating Johnsongrass in Northwest Missouri, A Program For Farmers

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 11:30am - 1pmIn-personPlatte CityMO

Program will examine the impact of johnsongrass, life cycle, seed prevention, control strategies and rhizome control. The event is free!

Focus on Kids: Lincoln County Parent Education Program (45th Circuit) - 9/29/26

Tue, Sep 29 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…

Local to Larger: Scaling Workshops for Food and Farm Businesses

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 1pm - Thu, Oct 1 2026, 4:30pmIn-personMissouri CityMO

What does the next stage of growth look like for your business? These in-person workshops help established food and farm businesses evaluate what the right scale looks like as they consider expanding into new markets. Participants will leave with practical tools to assess market channels and associated costs, understand the buyer landscape and…

Alpha-gal Awareness Lynn Library September 2026

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 2 - 3pmIn-personLinnMO

Location: 22 Library Ln, Linn, MO 65051Description: Gain confidence in understanding Alpha-Gal Syndrome and how to manage it in daily life. Join this informative session to learn what Alpha-Gal Syndrome is, common symptoms, how screening works, and practical prevention strategies. You’ll also discover helpful tips for grocery shopping and…

STOP THE SPREAD: Combating Johnsongrass in Northwest Missouri, A Program for Small Farmers and Homeowners

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 2 - 3:30pmIn-personPlatte CityMO

Program will examine the impact of johnsongrass, life cycle, seed prevention, control strategies and rhizome control. The event is free!

Webinar: Outlook for the U.S. and Missouri Farm Economy

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 2 - 3pmVirtual

What do current economic conditions mean for Missouri agriculture? Francisco Scott, senior economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, will provide an outlook for the U.S. and Missouri farm economy, with a focus on agricultural credit conditions, interest rates, and the broader economic forces shaping farm finances. The webinar will…

Dining with Diabetes - Atchison County Health Department

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 5:30pm - Tue, Oct 20 2026, 8pmIn-personTarkioMO

Dining with Diabetes is a multi-session program that offers practical strategies and hands-on experiences to help you manage diabetes through healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Learning how to make informed food choices and build healthy routines can help you better manage your health and overall well-being.

Each session, you will…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Howell County -2026 Fall with Aerial Applicator

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 5:30 - 8pmIn-personWest PlainsMO

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…

Becoming an Engaged Neighbor - City of Cottleville

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 6 - 7pmIn-personCottlevilleMO

Applying the effort to be an engaged neighbor can help people feel less socially isolated, benefitting communities. Learn and discuss better paths to better neighboring with Deana Dothage, Extension Engagement Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension in St. Charles County. 

Childcare Program: Power of Play (Evening)

Tue, Sep 29 2026, 6:30 - 8:30pmVirtual

Play is a powerful tool for children’s learning and development. In this training, child care educators will explore different types of play, examine the skills play helps children develop, and learn how play supports healthy growth. Participants will also reflect on personal biases and gain practical strategies for creating engaging and…

Missouri Farm Lease Workshop - Paris

Wed, Sep 30 2026, 4am - 6pmIn-personParisMO

This class will focus on the basics of farm leasing. Common types of farm leases will be explained. Important components of farm leases will be discussed. Information on trends in leasing will be shared. The class will focus on crop and pasture leases.

Born Strong, Stay Healthy with the Clay County Health Center

Wed, Sep 30 2026, 2pm - Fri, Nov 6 2026, 2:45pmIn-personLibertyMO

Born Strong, Stay Healthy

Born Strong, Stay Healthy is a research-based strength and exercise program designed to help people prepare for and recover from childbirth, leading to healthier outcomes for parents and babies. The program helps participants stay active, build strength, and care for their physical and mental wellbeing before,…

Putting the Garden to Bed: Planting Garlic, Mulching Strawberries & Seeding Cover Crops

Wed, Sep 30 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pmIn-personOverlandMO

Cost: $0-10*

Fall has arrived and it is time to start thinking about how to prepare our gardens beds for winter. At the St. Louis County Demonstration Garden we are planting garlic, preparing our fragile strawberry plants to withstand freezing temperatures, and seeding cover crops. Join this workshop for hands-on experience and tips on:…

Level 1: Professional Animal Cruelty Investigator - Online: ZOOM (Woodbine)

Mon, Sep 28 2026, 7:30am - Fri, Oct 2 2026, 5pmVirtual

Moved to Online

Founded in 1990, the National Animal Cruelty Investigations School was the first of its kind, offering a combination of specialized veterinary and law enforcement training.…