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Thursday, April 3, 2014
Embryology - School Enrichment (Session 1 of 3)
When: Monday, March 31, 2014, 8 a.m. to Friday, April 4, 2014, 4 p.m.
Where:
Bolivar Elementary
Description:
Incubators and curriculum are rented by public schools, child care centers and other youth programs.
Session topic:
Embryology in the classroom - an opportunity to observe chicks hatching
Registration
deadline:
5/31/2014
Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Union- Zion UCC - 9 AM (Session 4 of 11)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where:
Zion United Church of Christ
115 South Washington Avenue
Union, Missouri 63084
115 S Washington Ave, Union MO
map...Description:
A ten-week strengh training program to improve strength, flexiblity and balance in adults age 45 and older. more...
Session topic:
Class 3 Exercise (Make up snow date)
Registration:
Franklin County MU Extension Center
116 West Main Street
Union, MO 63084
Phone: (636) 583-5141 more...
Cost:
$30.00
$15 refund if complete pre- and post-evaluation and attend all sessions
Chronic Disease Self-Management (Webster County) (Session 4 of 6)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
Webster County MU Extension Center
800 S. Marshall St., Marshfield MO
map...Description:
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is a community-based program which assists participants in maintaining quality of life when faced with chronic medical conditions. The CDSMP is provided in two and a half hour sessions, once a week for six weeks, in community settings (e.g. senior centers, churches, libraries). People with different chronic health problems attend together. Workshops are facilitated by two trained leaders, one or both of whom deal with chronic diseases themselves. Subjects covered include: 1) techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, 2) appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance, 3) appropriate use of medications, 4) communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals, 5) nutrition, and 6) how to evaluate new treatments. Classes are highly participative, where mutual support and success build the participants' confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives.
Session topic:
Session four: Making an action plan; problem solving; better breathing; healthy eating; communication skills
Registration:
Pam Duitsman; duitsmanp@missouri.edu; 881-8909 x315; OR Becky Lafferty; rlafferty@jordanvalley.org; 417-831-0150 EXT 1272
Registration
deadline:
3/5/2014
Stay Strong. Stay Healthy. Advanced (Session 17 of 19)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Where:
Bates County Memorial Hospital
615 W. Nursery, Butler MO
map...Description:
Participants complete a series of 2 sets of 12 strength training exercises. Pre and post assessments to assess flexibility and balance will be conducted.
Session topic:
Participants will complete a series of 2 sets of 12 strength training exercises.
Registration:
Call Bates County Extension at 660-679-4167
4-H "From The Farm To You" (Session 1 of 5)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
Lamar Headstart
Lamar MO
Description:
From The Farm To You will be presented at Lamar Head start by Barton County Teen leaders . The 4 week program will highlight fresh fruits and vegtables, story time, songs, and ,hands-on classroom activities.
Session topic:
4-H From The Farm To You
Registration
deadline:
4/3/2014
A Matter of Balance (Session 4 of 8)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 10 a.m. to noon
Where:
Central Bank Lake of the Ozarks
611 E North St, Eldon MO
map...Description:
Do you have concerns about falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. The Matter of Balance class emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. Participants will learn to: view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance.
Registration:
To register for this class, please call the Miller County Extension Office at 573-369-2394 or stop by the Miller County Extension Office located in Tuscumbia. You may also email Sarah Traub at traubs@missouri.edu.
Cost:
$0.00
This class is being offered for FREE due to a grant received!!
Canceled: Micro Loan Program
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 10 a.m. to noon
Where:
SBTDC Offices (located directly across the street from the U.S. Post Office main entrance)
500 E. Walnut, Suite 103, Columbia MO
map...
Focus on Kids - Livingston County
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension
(Directly across from Grand 6 Theatre)
2881 Grand Dr, Chillicothe MO
map...Session topic:
The purpose of this workshop is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after their divorce.
Registration:
Contact Jessica Trussell at the Livingston County Extension Office (660.646.0811) to register. Pre-registration is required. If you must cancel, please do so at least 24-hours in advance.
Cost:
$35.00
Fee must be paid by cash or money order only.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Union- Zion UCC - 10:15 AM (Session 4 of 11)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Where:
Zion United Church of Christ
115 South Washington Avenue
Union, Missouri 63084
115 S Washington Ave, Union MO
map...Description:
A ten-week strengh training program to improve strength, flexiblity and balance in adults age 45 and older. more...
Session topic:
Class 3 Exercise (Make up Snow Day)
Registration:
Franklin County MU Extension Center
116 West Main Street
Union, MO 63084
Phone: (636) 583-5141 more...
Cost:
$35.00
$15 refund if complete pre- and post-evaluation and attend all sessions
MU Extension/KOLR10 Television Interview "From the Ground Up" (Session 174 of 227)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Description:
This live television program is intended to educate viewers on a wide range of topics related to gardening in the Ozarks. The KOLR10 meteorologist and others from KOLR10 television, Springfield, conduct the interview, which includes MU Extension horticulture specialists and others with gardening expertise. The program airs on Thursdays on the KOLR10 Midday Newscast, at 11:15am.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Bates (Session 18 of 20)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 11 a.m. to noon
Where:
Bates County Memorial Hospital
615 W. Nursery, Butler MO
map...Description:
A series of eight strengthening exercises will be completed in each class with a warm-up and cool down period. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to gain strength, flexibility and balance.
Session topic:
Participants will complete a warm-up, 2 sets each of 8 strength training exercises, and a cool down.
Registration:
call Bates County Extension at 660-679-4167
Focus on Kids--Cooper County--Boonville, MO (Session 2 of 10)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where:
Cooper County Extension Center is located just east of the intersection of Hwy B and Jackson Rd (also called Logan's Lake Road to the west). We are next to Citizens Community Bank.
510 Jackson Rd Ste A, Boonville MO
map...Description:
More than half of all marriages end in divorce, and the majority of these involve children. Conflict between parents, both before and after a divorce, is associated with many negative outcomes in children. The purpose of this workshop is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after their divorce.
Session topic:
The purpose of this workshop is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after their divorce.
Registration:
To register contact the Cooper County Extension Center
510 Jackson Road, Suite A
Boonville, MO 65233
Phone: 660-882-5661. Fee of $40 needs to be paid by the day before the class.
Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
4747 Troost Bldg
4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City MO
map...Description:
This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. The Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Center (MO PTAC) host a bi-monthly seminar on how to get started in the government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. The seminar will also cover MO PTAC services available to assist Missouri businesses in all aspects of government contracting.
The Missouri PTAC seminar is available to Missouri based businesses the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Instructor: Michelle Cunningham
Session topic:
This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. Contracting issues covered include federal, state and local government registrations and certifications.
Registration:
Please call Michelle Cunningham at 816 235 2891 ext. 2
Cost:
$50.00
Check or cash at the seminar
Facilitator:
Michelle Cunningham, cunninghammic@umkc.edu
University of Missouri-Kansas City SBTDC
phone: 816/235-2891
Cooking Matters - St. Louis City (Session 3 of 6)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where:
St. Luke's Plaza Community Room
5602 Enright Avenue, Saint Louis MO
map...Description:
Cooking Matters courses help families with limited resources make healthy meals at home, using a wide variety of foods that are commonly available in their grocery stores, in WIC packages and from emergency food providers such as food pantries. Course instructors teach cooking skills, practical nutrition information and food budgeting strategies that will last a lifetime. This 6-weeks class is provided in collaboration with St. Louis County Department of Health Education.
Session topic:
Cooking Lean and Low-Fat.
Registration:
To Register: Call Jean @ (314) 361-3962
Registration
deadline:
3/10/2014
Cost:
$0.00
This program is funded in part by USDA SNAP and Operation Food Search.
Jasper County Master Gardener Level I training (Session 13 of 14)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
Jasper County Central Annex
105 Lincoln, Carthage MO
map...Description:
The Master Gardener program provides in depth horticultural training to individuals throughout Missouri. Those trained through the program volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities to learn about gardening. To become trained as a Master Gardener, an individual must attend a 30 hour Core Course Training. Then the Master Gardener trainee is required to give 30 hours of volunteer service back in approved University of Missouri Extension activities. A large percentage of volunteer hours is dedicated to providing assistance with the heavy workload of horticulture questions in county Extension offices. Through activities such as Extension hot lines, workshops, speakers bureaus, garden show booths and demonstration projects, Master Gardeners provide gardening information to thousands of Missourians each year.
Session topic:
Helpline Orientation
Registration:
Contact the Jasper County Extension Center for an application and registration information.
Registration
deadline:
2/5/2014
Cost:
$150.00
Ozark Gateway Master Gardeners are providing scholarships to pay part of the fee. See application for details.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy, St. Peters (Session 10 of 11)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:
St. Charles County Extension Center
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
map...Description:
A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program's goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions improve strength and balance and include warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. There are ten weeks of exercise sessions plus an orientation and pre-assessment session. The program concludes with a post-assessment during the last session.
Registration:
Call 636-970-3000 to register or for more information. VISA Master Card and Discover accepted.
Cost:
$50.00
Participants who attend all sessions and complete pre- and post-assessments will receive a $20 refund.
Microsoft Excel 2010 Level 2 (Session 2 of 2)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:
Plaster Hall Room 320, MSSU
3950 Newman Rd., Joplin MO
map...Description:
April 1 (Tuesday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 1)
April 3 (Thursday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 2)
This workshop will cover the new intermediate features of Microsoft Excel 2010. Participants will learn to develop more advanced formulas and to apply absolute and relative cell references. In addition, they will learn to link cells between multiple worksheets. Learn how to sort and filter data. Participants will also learn how to create, modify, and print a chart within an Excel spreadsheet. more...
Facilitator:
Karen Bradshaw, bradshaw-k@mssu.edu
Missouri Southern State University SBTDC
phone: 417/625-9520
Presentations (Session 15 of 16)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Description:
Events, meetings, and other venues where I gave a presentation on behalf of the Community Arts Pilot Project.
Session topic:
Presentation given on the importance of the MU Extension Community Arts Pilot Project to Lexington Community Betterment Association. Points of emphasis were: how the arts can impact Lexington, how people can become involved in/support the project.
Registration
deadline:
4/10/2014
Cattle Artificial Insemination Training School
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5:30 p.m. to Saturday, April 5, 2014, noon
Where:
Kingsville Livestock Auction
Hwy 58, Kingsville MO
map...Description:
Cattle Artificial Insemination Training School
Registration
deadline:
4/1/2014
Focus on Kids - Bates County (Session 5 of 6)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Bates County Library
Delaware Street, Butler MO
map...Description:
State-mandated co-parenting class for divorcing and never-married parents.
Session topic:
Co-parenting class for divorcing and never-married parents. Parents learn why it is important to be civil and business-like for their children's sake.
Registration:
Call the Bates County Extension Center at 6600-679-4167.
Focus on Kids - Cass County (Session 10 of 12)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Cass County Extension Center
201 West Wall, Harrisonville MO
map...Description:
Focus on Kids is a state-mandated co-parenting education program for divorcing or never-married parents.
Session topic:
Co-parenting program for divorcing and never-married parents.
Registration:
Call the Cass County Extension Office at 816-380-8460 to pre-register.
FastTrac - First Step (Session 14 of 24)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
Macon County Economic Development
410 N Missouri St Ste D, Macon MO
map...Session topic:
What is the cost of my products/services and ways to minimize those costs along with learning break even. How to monitor activity with understanding break even.
Cost:
$65.00
The Alternative Fee is that you will receive the $65.00 in return if You complete the project.
Focus on Kids
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Scenic Regional Library in Union.
308 Hawthorne Dr, Union MO
map...Description:
More than half of all marriages end in divorce, and the majority of these involve children. Conflict between parents, both before and after a divorce, is associated with many negative outcomes in children. The purpose of this workshop is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after their divorce.
Focus on Kids is provided as the court ordered parenting classes for divorcing parents with minor age children, divorced parents who are filing a motion to modify, or never marrieds who are parents of a minor age child. more...
Session topic:
2 1/2 hour interactive workshop to help parents understand how to make divorce more successful for their children.
Registration:
To register contact Franklin County University of Missouri Extension Office, 636-583-5141, 116 West Main, Union, MO 63084.
Pre-registration and pre-payment required at least 24 hours before class.
$40 per person payable by cash, check or money order made payable to: Franklin County Extension Council.
Registration
deadline:
4/2/2014
Cost:
$40.00
Fee may be waived by Family Court Judge
2014 Polk County 4-H Clover Kids (Session 6 of 16)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
Call the extension office for location information at 417-326-4916
Bolivar MO
Description:
Clover Kids is the introductory program to 4-H for children 5 to 7 years of age (on or before December 31, 2013.) Parents attend the club meetings with their children assisting in the program presentation. Yearly dues are $9 per Clover Kid. Contact Velynda Cameron, 4-H Youth Development Specialist at 417-326-4916 or cameronv@missouri.edu for information about joining the Polk County 4-H Clover Kids Club.
Session topic:
April Polk County 4-H Clover Kids meeting
Master Gardener Training - Cedar County (Session 9 of 12)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Cedar County Health Complex
807 Owen Mill Rd., Stockton MO
map...Description:
COURSE CONTENT
Course consists of ten, 3-hour sessions covering the following topics:
Woody Ornamentals & Trees
Irrigation, Hobby Greenhouses & Tool Care
Plant Growth & Development
Plant Diseases
Soils & Composting
Entomology
Vegetable Gardening
Flower Gardening
Growing Fruit Crops
Turfgrass
Trainees will receive 30 hours of horticulture training taught by MU Extension Specialists and other professionals.
Session topic:
Vegetable Gardening taught by Pat Miller Agronomy Specialist MU Extension Vernon County
Registration:
Please register as soon as possible by mail, phone, or walk-in. Master Gardener Training Program-- $150 per person ($250/couple). Please make check payable to: Cedar County Extension. For more informaiton contact the Cedar County Extension Center at 417-276-3313 or Patrick Davis by email at davismp@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
1/23/2014
Cost:
$150.00
$150 single or $250 couples. Training fee covers the following: Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual, Master Gardener Certification, name tag, travel and instruction expenses for class educators.
2014 Master Gardeners of Greene County Core Training (Session 14 of 16)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Springfield/Greene County Botanical Center
2400 S. Scenic Avenue, Springfield MO
map...Description:
An intensive in-depth training for those interested in the Master Gardener program. Preregistration and acceptance into the class is required.
Session topic:
Final evaluation of the 2014 Core Training
Registration:
Contact the Greene County University of Missouri Extension office at 417-881-8909 for registration details.
Master Gardener Core Training - Morgan (Session 4 of 10)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Morgan/Moniteau County MU Extension office
100 E. Newton St. 4th Floor, Versailles MO
map...Description:
The mission of the Missouri Master Gardener Extension Program is “helping others learn to grow.” The Master Gardener program provides in depth horticultural training to individuals throughout Missouri who then volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities to learn about gardening and environmental education. The Master Gardener Program throughout Missouri promotes and raises public awareness of the University of Missouri Extension as a source of unbiased, research based gardening information.
Session topic:
3-hour sessions covering the following topic: turfgrass
Registration
deadline:
3/6/2014
Cost:
$135.00
Course Fee: $135 single or $225 couples. Training fee covers the following: Master Gardener Core Manual, Master Gardener Certification, name tag, and travel and instruction expenses for class educators.
Show Me Quality Assurance (SMQA) (Session 2 of 2)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
Litton Center
Chillicothe MO
Description:
SMQA satisfies the requirement that 4-H youth complete this training two consecutive years between the ages of 8-13, and once after the age of 14. Topics include genetics, showmanship, breeding, nutrition, ethics and more.
Session topic:
SMQA satisfies the requirement that 4-H youth complete this training two consecutive years between the ages of 8-13, and once after the age of 14. Topics include genetics, showmanship, breeding, nutrition, ethics and more.
Registration:
Contact the Extension Office where the session is being hosted.
Operation JumpStart (Session 8 of 12)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Douglas C. Greene Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
920 Broadway, Cape Girardeau MO
map...Description:
Operation JumpStart is a hands-on training program designed to help aspiring and existing entrepreneurs determine the feasibility of their business ideas while building essential business planning and preparation skills. Participants will learn essential business planning and preparation skills such as product pricing, legal structure, competition, marketing and cash flow management.
Session topic:
Participants will gain an understanding of the difference between profit and cash.
Registration:
Register by calling 573-651-2929 or by email - gervin@semo.edu
Registration
deadline:
3/10/2014
Facilitator:
Glenna Ervin, gervin@semo.edu
Southeast Missouri State University SBTDC
phone: 573/986-6084
Miller County Master Gardener Core Class Series (Session 6 of 11)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where:
Location varies between Tuscumbia Extension Center, CBOLO Main Bank, & State Fair Community College Lake Ozark. Consult schedule for exact location that night.
Description:
Our basic Master Gardener program, which addresses all the major topics associated with gardening.
Registration
deadline:
2/24/2014
Extension Council Meeting (Session 10 of 12)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension Center
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
map...Session topic:
General monthly meeting of the St. Charles County Extension Council
Women's Financial Education Series (Session 5 of 5)
When: Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
St. Charles Community College
4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr, Cottleville MO
map...Description:
The Women's Financial Education Series (WFES) is a multi-session workshop that helps women to: improve money management skills, increase current levels of financial knowledge, develop confidence in decision-making abilities, gain control over lives by taking control of their finances. more...
Session topic:
Investing for retirement: mutual funds, stocks, bonds, IRAs, 401(k)s
Registration:
Click the more information link above for program and registration details or call 636-922-8233.
Registration
deadline:
2/27/2014
Cost:
$49.00
Partial scholarships available