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Thursday, October 1
  • 7:00 AM   ESMYC - Antioch # 2 Leader Orientation
    • This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 8:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--CRJC129
    • CRJC 129--Fundamentals of Search and Seizure--A study of state and federal laws and cort decisions that govern search and seizure.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 8:00 AM   Grandfamily Conference
    • A free resource and educational conference will be held for grandparents and other relatives raising someone's else children.
    New McKendree Methodist Church
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 8:00 AM   Watershed Management & Planning
    • Wurdack Research Farm Center, Cook Station, MO Crawford County
  • 9:00 AM   Living Healthy w/Chronic Conditions-Osceola
    • A free self-management course for people with Chronic Diseases-6 weeks series. Program highlights: participants will improve strength, flexibility, endurance, manage medications, learn how to eat healthy meals, develop problem solving skills and effective communication skills with health care professionals.
    Baptist Church in Osceola.
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--BLAW 221
    • BLAW 221--Legal & Ethical Environment Business--A presentation of the basic principles of law as they apply to business. Emphasizes the background of law and the moral and ethical issues created when the law is applied in society, crime, torts, contracts, personal property, consumer protection and environmental, constitutional and international law.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses ADJU 213
    • Court Procedures--A sruvey of relationships, official and unofficial between police agencies, the court and prosecuting officials. It includes the methods and techniques used by these agencies. The student will cover the functions and procedures of the courts with some emphisis on Missouri jurisprudence.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 9:30 AM   Building Strong Families - Scott County DAEOC office
    • Buidling Strong Families Challenges and Choices program helps families build strengths, face challenges and make choices.
    Scott County DAEOC office in Sikeston
  • 9:30 AM   Eat Well Be Well with Diabetes, Excelsior Springs
    • Eat Well Be Well with Diabetes is a four-session series that provides people with type 2 diabetes, their family and friends, with tools for the self-management of diabetes. The series focuses on nutrition, the cornerstone of diabetes management, but also reviews other self-management strategies that can help individuals avoid diabetes complications. Food demonstrations and tasting are included.
    Excelsior Springs Medical Center
  • 9:30 AM   ESMYC - Antioch # 2 Radical Challenge
    • This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour workshop.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30am-10:30am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 10:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Union
    • A ten-week strengh training program to improve strength, flexiblity and balance in adults age 45 and older.
    Zion United Church of Christ 115 South Washington Avenue Union, Missouri 63084
  • 10:00 AM   Reeds Spring TCRC A Science Potpourri
    • We take pleasure in announcing that this course is offered in collaboration with the faculty of the MU Life Sciences Center- Marc Johnson- Viruses through the ages, Mike Garcia- Insulating nerves, myelin to MS, D. Cornelison- Stem cells and you, George Stewart- Anthrax and Bioterrorism: Overrated or Understated?, Melissa Mitchum- Nematodes, The good, the bad, and the ugly, Judy Wall- Bioremediation by bacteria, Sylvia Jurisson- Diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, Bruce McClure- Fins to Fingers, Origins of the tetrapods.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Pemiscot County
    • SSSH is modeled after the evidenced-based StrongWomen program developed by researchers at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science at Tufts University. While the original Tufts program includes only women, University of Missouri Extension has adapted the curriculum to include men.
    18th and Compress Road in Caruthersville, MO at the Lincoln University Extension Outreach office
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • 10 week program for adults 50 and over
    BCMH Education Center
  • 10:45 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:45am-11:45am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 11:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-St. Louis County Government Board of Elections Commissioners
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance include warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. An orientation and pre-assessment precede ten weeks of exercise sessions, and the program concludes with a post-assessment.
    Board of Elections Building
  • 11:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ADJU 233
    • ADJU 233--Criminal Invesitation--Introduction to the theory, history and techniques of criminal investigation. Includes crime scene investigation, techniques of interviewing, basic leads and suspect development and case preparation. The course covers procedures for investigation from the crime scene to the courtroom with emphasis on techniques appropriate to specific crimes.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 1:00 PM   Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps
    • 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: Donna Leonard
    4747 Troost Bldg, Room 222 (iStrategy Studio)
  • 1:00 PM   SSSH--Fall 2009 Mtn. Grove
    • Class designed for adults to utilize weight lifting exercises to build muscle and bone strength.
  • 1:00 PM   Youth Computer Publishing Workshop
    • Introduce students to the process of acquiring digital photographs using a digital camera and using digital images in preparint documents & presentations. Students will be introduced to advanced capabilities of computer software programs. (for grades 6-12 with prior computer experience. (4 hour class)
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 1:30 PM   Health for Every Body
    • Scotland County Community Action Agency
  • 2:30 PM   Understanding Financial Statements
    • This workshop is designed for business owners, managers and those who want to learn how to turn financial statements into useful management tools. They will learn how to capture information from the Income Statement and Balance Sheet, calculate several useful Ratios and learn to make business decisions from this information.
    Plaster Hall Room 109, MSSU
  • 2:30 PM   Master Gardener Training
    • Master Gardener Level I Training
    Trails West
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 237
    • ECD 237--Early Childhood Development Lab--Focuses on learning styles and age-appropriate activities for infants and preschool age groups. Covers environmental requirements and activities to encourage positive development. Lab includes 8 weeks observation
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 110
  • 5:30 PM   Opportunity Taps: Building iPhone Apps to Make Money!
    • "Make boatloads of money? There's an app for that." We've all heard the advertising on TV, but have you ever wondered who develops all the apps for the iPhone? Well, it's just about anyone with an iPhone who has an idea for a need. What's more, it's usually a couple of people who make them--the creative person who has the idea or need and the techie person who figures out how to design it. Jump on the wagon and start making apps yourself; here's how! We'll talk about forming your own small business and the benefits of being an LLC (Limited Liability Corporation). We'll also have an iPhone applications expert show you how to develop a simple application, and then we'll introduce you to the Interdisciplinary Design Collaborative (IDC), a student run business that specializes in iPhone applications. They will explain how the financial aspect of Apple Apps works, how to develop your App ideas, how to become an IDC Certified Application Developer, how to sign on with IDC as a subcontractor, and much more! Refreshments will be provided.
    Meramec/Gasconade Room, Havener Center, Missouri University of Science and Technology
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids -- Cooper County -- Boonville, MO
    • 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.
    Location may vary month to month. Contact Cooper County Extension Center at 660-882-5661 for current months location.
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids
    • Court ordered parent education program for parents of minor age children who are in the process of divorce or have filed a motion to modify. Also for parents of minor age children who have never married.
    Scenic Regional Library
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids - Pulaski
    • The purpose of Focus on Kids is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after separation and divorce.
    Pulaski County Courthouse
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids - Johnson County
    • Focus on Kids is a state-mandated class for parents getting a divorce or with a court case for visitation, child custody and/or child support. Pre-registration required. Fee $35.00. Taught monthly in Warrensburg. Call 660-747-3193 to register.
    Located in the Johnson County Extension Center, 135 West Market, Warrensburg. One half block due West of the Courthouse on the Warrensburg Square. In the same building as the Johnson County Sheriff's department.
  • 6:00 PM   Focus on Kids-Troy
    • Lincoln County Univeristy of Missouri Extension office
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener training
    • Master Gardener training consists of 12 weeks of horticulture classes on various topics, followed by 30 hours of volunteer service the first year.
    Missouri Department of Conservation Northeast Regional Office
  • 6:00 PM   Womens Financial Education Series
    • The Womens 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 over their finances
    World Trade Center Building
  • 6:00 PM   Annie's Project
    • Annie's Project empowers women to be better business partners through the creation of networks and by managing and organizing critical information. The program helps women learn about the many facets of the agricultural industry including record keeping, decision-making skills, managing finances and marketing. Annie's Project is helping to remove barriers that farm and ranch women regularly face.
    Mineral Area TCRC located in the Technology Building at Mineral Area College
  • 6:00 PM   Reeds Spring TCRC POST Approved Continuing Education Training
    • Criminal Justice Programs will offer a Missouri P.O.S.T. certified 40 Hour Advanced Law Enforcement training program. The training program will start September 10, 2009, and run through December 10, 2009. The training will be on Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Departments can contract to send their officers to the entire training program or to select programs. This training is designed so that officers can obtain their P.O.S.T. certified hours without traveling a great distance.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to Excel 2007
    • Getting started with the latest version of Excel. Working with formulas and functions, formatting a worksheet and working with charts.
    Located at the Mexico TCRC computer lab, located inside the Advanced Technology Center, 2900 Doreli Lane
  • 6:00 PM   Successful Principles for Life & Work
  • 6:30 PM   Rough Riders 4-H club Meeting
    • Wofl center
  • 6:30 PM   Master Gardener Training -- Christian County
    • There are 10 Master Gardener training classes plus an orientation. The topics range from Integrated Pest Management to Home Fruit Production.
    St. John's Clinic - Nixa
  • 6:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Montgomery City
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance 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.
    Montgomery County Extension Office
  • 6:30 PM   Taylor 4-H Club
    • The Taylor 4-H Club meets monthly--usually the 1st Thursday of each month at the Apostolic Christian Church Fellowship Ctr; Taylor MO. Contact the Marion County Extension Office at 573/769-2177 for more information.
  • 7:00 PM   EXCEL – EXperience in Community Enterprise and Leadership
    • A regional EXCEL is planned for Shelby, Marion, Monroe, Lewis, Scotland, Schuyler, and Knox counties. The kick off dinner will be Sept 17, 2009 at Fiddlesticks in Hannibal, MO. Everyone is welcome and invited to participate.
    Check with each Extension County Program Director for more specific details about location.
  • 7:00 PM   Harrison Co Extension Council Meeting Oct 1, 09
    • University of Missouri in Harrison County Extension Council Meeting
    Harrison County Extension Center
  • 7:00 PM   Mt Zion Country Clovers 4-H Club
    • The Mt Zion 4-H Club meets monthly--usually the 1st Thursday of each month at the FCS Financial Bldg, Hannibal. Contact the Marion County Extension Office at 573/769-2177 for more information.
  • 7:30 PM   On the Road Through Life: The How, What, & Why
  • 7:30 PM   Marion Boosters 4-H Club
    • The Marion Boosters 4-H Club meets monthly--usually the 1st Thursday of each month at the Palmyra Nutrition Center. Contact the Marion County Extension Office at 573/769-2177 for more information.
    Friday, October 2
  • 7:00 AM   ESMYC - Mid Buchanan Leader Orientation
    • This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   Postponing Sexual Involvement-Jackson Teen Leaders
    • Teen Leaders from the local high school will be trained to facilitate the Postponing Sexual Involvement curricula in a day long session.
    MU Extension Center-local level room
  • 9:00 AM   Intermediate QuickBooks
    • Are you currently using QuickBooks just for basic recordkeeping? Are there feature you would like to use but dont know where to start? Would you like to know how to use QuickBooks to actually help improve the profitability of your business? Intermediate QuickBooks will help you maximize the use of QuickBooks and provide tips and tricks on how to get more out of the program.
    Upon entering the building, follow the directional signs
  • 9:00 AM   Sources of Finance: For Business Start-Up or Expansion
    • This seminar is for current and future business owners to identify the key sources of business financing. Participants will also familiarize themselves with lending terminology, credit requirements, and loan evaluation criteria.
    Truman Education Center, Bldg 499
  • 9:30 AM   ESMYC - Mid Buchanan Radical Challenge
    • This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour workshop.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 10:00 AM   P.A.S.T. Steering Committee, 43rd Circuit 2nd Qtr 2010
    • A community collaboration focused on empowering offenders for successful re-entry into the community. By engaging the offender, their families, and the community, we can create attainable expectations resulting in self-sufficient, productive citizens and safer communities.
    United Methodist Church
  • 11:15 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
  • 1:00 PM   The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
    • University of Missouri-St.Louis/J.C. Penney Conference Center
  • 1:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 3:00 PM   Clover Scene Investigation 4-H Afterschool Clubs 2009-2010
    • 4-H Afterschool Clubs: Clover Scene Investigation
    Hawthorne Elementary
  • 3:00 PM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older, who have completed two sessions of Stay Strong, Stay Healthy and are currently lifting weights. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
    Saturday, October 3
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   4-H Jr leaders Pedal Tractor Pull
    • 4-H Pedal tractor Pull at Apple Days October 3, 2009 Lamar Square ,Lamar, MO.
    Lamar Square
  • 6:30 PM   Henry County Recognition Banquet
    • County wide event used to honor Henry County 4-H members and volunteers who have earned awards throughout the year.
    Clinton High School Cafeteria
    Sunday, October 4
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:15 AM   Spiritual Passages: Unique Reflections for Adult Life Challenges
  • 10:00 AM   Awards & REcognition - Audrain
    • Recognizing the contributions of 4-H Members & Volunteers
    Audrain County 4-H Center
  • 10:00 AM   Ace Bronco Bunch 4-H Club Open Horse Shows
    • Youth riders (up to age 18) can compete in 40 different classes. Brought to you by the Ace Bronco Bunch 4-H Club.
    Greensfelder Stables
  • 4:00 PM   Clark County National 4-H Week County Wide Activity
    • Livestock Arena
  • 4:00 PM   Developing Youth Leaders-Fall Party
    • Saline County Fairgrounds
  • 5:30 PM   Ashton Cloverleaf 4-H Club Meeting (Clark County)
    • The Ashton Cloverleaf 4-H Club meets the 1st Sunday of every month at the Clark County Extension Meeting Room.
    Monday, October 5
  • 1:00 AM   Intro to the Internet
    • Look at tools available for searching the web and setting up book-marks. Look into various searches on the internet. 3-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30am-10:30am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 10:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Shepherds Center of Webster Groves
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance include warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. An orientation and pre-assessment precede nine weeks of exercise sessions, and the program concludes with a post-assessment.
    Shepherds Center of Webster/Kirkwood Located in the Christian Life Center of Webster Hills UMC
  • 10:45 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:45am-11:45am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 1:00 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--AGRI 130
    • AGRI 130-Animal Science--An overview of the livestock industry. Specific topics include terminology, breed identification, conformation, digestive systems and diseases of beef, swine, sheep and horses.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 2:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - fall 2009
    • Quail's Nest Hotel
  • 3:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - St Clair R-XII School District
    • Missouri’s Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program is designed to increase aging adults’ access to a safe, structured, and effective strength training program. Over the 10 weeks, participants learn exercises to improve their strength, flexibility and balance.
    St. Clair High School Band Room St. Clair R-XIII School District
  • 4:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Chillicothe
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a ten week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Grand River Multi Purpose Center (Senior Center)
  • 4:00 PM   2009 Special Edition in County Newspapers during National 4-H Week
    • October 4-10 is National 4-H Week, and Gasconade and Maries County is celebrating with a Special 4-H Edition in the County Newspapers.
    Belle Banner Gasconade County Republican Hermann Advertizer Courier
  • 4:30 PM   Master Gardeners Board Meeting
    • Monthly meeting of the Board of Directors for the Master Gardeners of Greene County
    MU Extension Center
  • 4:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a 10-week strength training program for adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay physically active. The weekly exercise sessions help improve your strength, flexibility and balance by using safe and effective warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. Weights are made available during the session.
    West Boulevard Elementary School Gym
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 202
    • ECD 202--Survey of Early Childhood Development and Education. This course is designed to introduce the student to the roles and responsibilities of early childhood development. It gives an overall view of what early chilhood education is along with the history of the profession. Theories and foundations of both curriculum development and practice are discussed and related to infant and toddler, preschool and primary grade program devilopment. Includes observation for theoretical application to practice.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 5:30 PM   Special County Council Meeting
    • Special County Council Meeting
    Doling Family Center
  • 5:45 PM   Building Strong Families
    • A Building Strong Families parenting program with a child/youth component will be held this fall at the Family Resource Center in Cape Girardeau.
    Cape Area Family Resource Center
  • 6:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Ridgeway, Aug-Oct, 2009
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a six week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Ridgeway Lion's Club
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener
    • The Missouri Master Gardeners Program provides horticultural information and training to the gardening public based on proven research specific to our local climate, soils, and plants. This is an in depth study course that will address a broad array of horticultural topics including an introduction to plants and their environment, soils and fertility, turf grass and maintenance, trees and woody ornamentals, pruning, insect ID and control, vegetable crops, diagnosing plant problems, fruit crops, use of native plants as ornamentals and plant propagation.
    MSU Fruit Experiment Station
  • 6:00 PM   Mediation Overview -- Clinton
    • One hour free class mandated by the local court system, Mediation Overview (ADR) sessions are taught in Henry County. This court-mandated class is provided for couples divorcing or with court cases related to child support, visitation and/or custody. The class is held in the Henry County Courthouse in Clinton from 6-7pm. Call the Henry County Extension Center for more information 660-885-5556.
    Henry County courthouse basement in the center of the Clinton Square.
  • 6:00 PM   Scott County Rodeo Club
    • Scott County 4-H Rodeo Program
    Club meetings are held at Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo grounds. For information about joining contact Sharon Tuschhoff at 573-243-3581 or 545-3516.
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener- Level 1 class Cole
    • Twelve classes will be held at this office from August 24 to November 9 on Monday evenings, (Tuesday 9/4 instead of Labor Day). Class time is 6 to 9:15 pm.. Trained Master Gardeners, Extension Specialists and instructors from the University of Missouri will teach the classes. Topics may include, but are not limited to: plant growth; soils; vegetables; flowers; insects; woody ornamentals, turf and landscaping.
    Cole County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Taking Care of ALL of You - Lexington
    • Taking Care of All of YOU offers practical, effective strategies and experiences to help you better deal with the challenges in your life. Managing life’s demands in a healthy way allows you to take better care of yourself and to improve your overall health. Taking Care of All of YOU is an eight-session program that meets once a week for one hour. Each week you will explore topics through small group discussion, self-refection and activities.
    Lafayette County Health Dept.
  • 6:00 PM   Webster County Long Term Recovery Committee (WCLTRC) Meeting
    • University of Missouri Extension partners with faith-based community groups to provide assistance to individuals and families on disaster recovery.
    Webster County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener Level 1 Class - Versailles
    • The Missouri Master Gardener program is an educational, volunteer program offered by the University of Missouri Extension. The program is designed to increase the availability of university-based horticultural information to local communities and individuals through trained volunteers known as Master Gardeners. The volunteer aspect of the Master Gardener program allows individuals to dedicate their time and talents to enhancing the quality of life for citizens of their community through horticultural education.
    Morgan County University of Missouri Extension Center 573-378-5358 Classes are located at the University of Missouri Extension Office, 100 E. Newton St. 4th Floor of courthouse Versailles.
  • 6:00 PM   Annie's Project
    • Annie's Project is designed to empower farm women to manage information used in critical decision making processes and to build local networks throughout the state.
    Cass Career Center
  • 6:00 PM   Annie's Project
    • Farm women and landowners come from many different backgrounds, from rural to city life. Women who are new to the farm business may be overwhelmed and afraid to ask questions. Women who are accustomed to the farm business may understand agriculture, but feel overwhelmed with all the new technologies. Over a six week period, Annie’s Project gives the participants the opportunity to learn from business specialists as well as from each other. Some of the topics to be covered in the class include: Working with many types of people, Business Plans, Property titles, Leases and Legal issues, Financial Statements, Retirement & Estate Planning, Spreadsheets, Marketing, Insurance, How to use Financial Statements, and much more.
    Missouri Department of Agriculture Seed lab
  • 6:30 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 126
    • ECD 126--Child Health, Safety and Nutrition--Emphasizes health and safety with child care. Topics include equipment and environmental safety, adequate nutrition, disease prevention and space regulations.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 6:30 PM   Artist INC. Program
    • Class dates/times in series: Class dates/times in series: Day 1: September 21st (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 2: September 28th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 3: October 5th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 4: October 12th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 5: October 19th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 6: October 26th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 7: November 2nd (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 8: November 9th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) (must attend all sessions to complete training). In Artist, INC you will look at all aspects of the business end of an artist’s career including strategic planning, marketing, recording keeping , budgeting, taxes, legal issues including , writing for promotion, grants writing, obtaining bank financing and arts marketing technology. This program is fast-paced and energizing, using guest speakers, and small group breakout activities. Program is designed for artists of all disciplines including visual arts, music, theatre, writing, dance and film.
    Upon entering the building, take a left and then an immediate right down the yellow hallway. The class will be held in room 114 on the left side past the restrooms.
  • 7:00 PM   Maries County 4-H Council Meetings, 2009-2010
    • The purpose of this organization shall be to guide, promote, and improve the county 4-H program.
    Vienna City Park
  • 7:00 PM   Oyster Prairie 4-H Club
    • The Oyster Prairie 4-H Club usually meets the 1st Monday of each month, at the Lewis County Fair Grounds. For more information contact either the Lewis County Extension Office at 573/767-5273 or Don Nicholson, 4-H Youth Development Specialist, at 573/769-2177.
  • 7:00 PM   Kids Rock 4-H Club Meeting
    • Kids Rock 4-H Club Meeting
    Kelly HS Gym
  • 7:30 PM   Master Gardener Training - Webster County
    • The Master Gardener program provides in depth horticultural training to individuals throughout Missouri and who then 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. Through activities such as workshops, speakers bureaus, garden show booths and demonstration projects, Master Gardeners provide gardening information to thousands of Missourians each year.
    Webster County Extension Center
  • 10:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • 10 week program for adults 50 and over
    BCMH Education Center
    Tuesday, October 6
  • 7:00 AM   ESMYC - Lee Summit Richards Leader Orientation
    • This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 8:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--CRJC129
    • CRJC 129--Fundamentals of Search and Seizure--A study of state and federal laws and cort decisions that govern search and seizure.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   Intro to Publisher
    • Basics in creating documents, using text frames, adding pictures, inserting objects, adding special effects, formatting text, using editing tools and working with multi-page documents. 6-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 9:00 AM   Going the Distance. Palmyra 8th Grade
    • Camp Jo-Ota
  • 9:00 AM   Chronic Disease Self Management Course - Platte Woods
    • Living healthy With Chronic Conditions is a program to assist participants in maintaining quality of life when faced with certain medical conditions.
    Platte Woods United Methodist Church - Room 216
  • 9:00 AM   Step Up to Leadership!
    • Through 12 sessions, Step-Up to Leadership! • Presents content learning about specific topics a novice board member will need to know • Provides a learning environment where participants can develop self-awareness and enhance their understanding about human nature and relationships. • Builds capacity of community-minded people wanting to make a difference; willing to assume the responsibilities of board membership; seeking understanding about group processes and the complexities of collaboration; and are ready to take on the challenge of leadership. The program was developed collaboratively and piloted with the Missouri Community Action Agencies. It is also being used by the CAAs to train board members and develop local leaders for community action.
    North East Community Action Corporation
  • 9:00 AM   Reeds Spring TCRC Ethical Issues in Healthcare
    • An interactive discussion of several topics in the ethics of health care and health care delivery. Topics will include: informed consent and refusal, advance directives (living wills and durable powers of attorney for health care), privacy and confidentiality, allocation of scarce resources, genetics issues, reproductive issues (including overzealous in vitro fertilization), and the right to health care. (8 weeks), William B. Bondeson, MU Curators professor of philosophy.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--BLAW 221
    • BLAW 221--Legal & Ethical Environment Business--A presentation of the basic principles of law as they apply to business. Emphasizes the background of law and the moral and ethical issues created when the law is applied in society, crime, torts, contracts, personal property, consumer protection and environmental, constitutional and international law.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses ADJU 213
    • Court Procedures--A sruvey of relationships, official and unofficial between police agencies, the court and prosecuting officials. It includes the methods and techniques used by these agencies. The student will cover the functions and procedures of the courts with some emphisis on Missouri jurisprudence.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 9:30 AM   Introduction to QuickBooks Pro
    • This hands-on seminar will provide you with an introduction to the popular QuickBooks Pro accounting software. Topics covered in class inclue: Setting up a company or companies in QuickBooks; Establishing a Chart of Accounts; Handling Accounts Payable & Receivable, Payroll procedures, and basic reporting capabilities.
    State Fair Community College - Computer Lab (Lower Level of the Stonecrest Mall)
  • 9:30 AM   ESMYC - Lee's Summit Richards Radical Challenge
    • This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour workshop.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 10:30 AM   Reeds Spring TCRC Estate Planning: What You Need to Know—and a Whole Lot More
    • The class will provide participants with up-to-date, comprehensive information for creating and managing their estates. Attendees will receive easy-to-understand and straightforward information for organizing their estate plans, and materials provided. The following topics will be discussed: Preparing to plan: things to consider before setting up your estate plan, Non-probate transfers, All about wills, All about trusts, Other estate plan documents: durable power of attorney—health care directive, general power of attorney, Basics of the probate process, Advanced estate planning documents, questions and answers (6 sessions), Christopher L. Kespohl, JD, MBA, was born and raised in Columbia. He is a graduate of Hickman High School; Westminster College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration; and MU where he received law and masters’ degrees.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 11:00 AM   KKOZ Radio Program Fall 2009
  • 11:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ADJU 233
    • ADJU 233--Criminal Invesitation--Introduction to the theory, history and techniques of criminal investigation. Includes crime scene investigation, techniques of interviewing, basic leads and suspect development and case preparation. The course covers procedures for investigation from the crime scene to the courtroom with emphasis on techniques appropriate to specific crimes.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 11:30 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-St. Louis County Government
    • The Advanced Stay Strong Stay Healthy (ASSSH) program was developed in 2009 by a team of MU Extension specialists who wanted to meet the increasing need for a follow-up program to the 10-week Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program. The goal of the program is to build on the fitness base acquired from SSSH by adding new and more complex exercises. The neuromuscular system quickly adapts to stressors and loads, and must be challenged differently for gains in strength, flexibility and balance to continue. Therefore, it is necessary to alter the exercise routine regularly. ASSSH is designed to challenge older adults in new and different ways, to help avoid staleness and plateaus, and to improve activities of daily living.
    Police Headquarters Building CAPS Room
  • 1:00 PM   FastTrac - Planning & Growing a Business Venture
    • The series is from the Kaufmann Foundation course on entrepreneurship entitled Growth Venture. This course designed for existing businesses, provides tips to help business owners and managers to examine the structure of the business and to build and strengthen its competitive advantage. The course will assist the business owner or manager in focusing in on the corporate vision and developing strategies to move the business to the next-stage while determining what opportunities exist for growth.
    Federal Building Second Floor Conference Room
  • 1:30 PM   MAFCE
    • Keys to Happiness Based on the book, “The How of Happiness” by Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D. This presentation will introduce you to the concept of intentional activities and mindful actions that you can use to achieve a happier life.
    University of Missouri Extension Center
  • 2:00 PM   Blogging
    • Do you have a hobby or special interest you want to network with others on? Blogging is for you. In this class you will learn to create, use and search for blogs on topic you are interested in.
    Computer Lab of the Kirksville TCRC
  • 2:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy in Dade County
    • One of the best ways to keep your body and mind functioning at its best is to exercise. Regular exercise improves physical, emotional and mental health. Participation in regular strengthening exercises will help you to build muscle and increase bone density. This helps to prevent frailty and osteoporosis. These types of exercises are easy to learn, safe, and effective. People benefit from strength training in many ways. Some benefits people experience include arthritis relief, improved balance, enhanced flexibility, weight control, stress reduction, decreased depression, reduction in risk for heart disease and help with maintenance of healthy blood sugar levels. The great thing about the Stay Strong Stay Healthy exercises is that most people can do them. They are great if you are 29 or 89 years old. You change the amount of weights you use to make it work for your individual needs. Many people report they can tell they have increased strength or flexibility after just three weeks of doing the exercises. The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program will be offered at St. Patrick’s Church, located a half a mile north on Route H, Greenfield. Classes will be held on Tuesday afternoons, September 29 thru December 8 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Class will not be held on October 6. The classes will be taught by Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist for University of Missouri Extension. The minimum number of participants is 15. Registration is due by Sept. 23, 2009. Cost of registration is $25. Please call the Dade County Extension office at 417-637-2112 for more information or to receive a registration form.
    St. Patrick Church, 51 Route H, Greenfield.
  • 2:00 PM   How to Write Winning SBIR/STTR Grants for NIH
    • Seminar on the mechanics of registering and preparing a succesful SBIR grant specifically aimed at the National Institute of Health
    Our bldg is located across the street from The Discovery Center between Volker & 47th St. Parking available in the lot behind the building. Upon entering the front entrance of the building, take a left and then an immediate right down the yellow hallway. The class will be held in room 114 on the left side of the hall past the restrooms.
  • 3:30 PM   Missouri Master Naturalist - Level 1 Training
    • A training program to help you discover the natural Missouri by developing your skills as a naturalist, resource scientist, botanist educator or recreations specialist. You'll gain a wealth of natural science information in classes given by some of Missouri's finest biologists and build new friendships with others who share a love of Missouri's outdoors.
    Powder Valley
  • 4:00 PM   Lafayette Healthy Alliance Meeting
    • The mission of the Lafayette Healthy Alliance is to promote opportunities for physical activity and healthy food options to help all individuals achieve a healthy lifestyle. Changing policies & environments where people live, work,& play provide essential support to promote healthy lifestyles. Committees have been formed around: 1)increasing access to locally grown food;2)increasing awareness of healthy foods options in schools & communities;3)increasing physical activity options & access in communities 4)implementing the Active & Healthy School Program pilot project.
    Lafayette County Extension Center
  • 4:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Jonesburg
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance 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.
    Jonesburg Elementary School
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 237
    • ECD 237--Early Childhood Development Lab--Focuses on learning styles and age-appropriate activities for infants and preschool age groups. Covers environmental requirements and activities to encourage positive development. Lab includes 8 weeks observation
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 110
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids -- Howard County -- Fayette, MO
    • 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.
    Howard County Extension Center
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids: 43rd/3rd Circuit
    • 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.
    To Be Announced
  • 5:30 PM   Intro to Excel
    • Basics including entering data, using functions, charts, and printing worksheets. 6-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 6:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance 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.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Starting a Business: The First Steps
    • This three-hour offering will provide you with an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. It is designed specifically for those who are thinking about a new business venture.
    Jefferson College Arnold, Mo Jefferson College Arnold is located at 1687 Missouri State Road in Arnold, Missouri, approximately 5 miles south of St. Louis. From the south, take I-55 north to Hwy 141 (exit 191). Left on Hwy 141 to second stoplight (Astra Way). Left at Astra Way to stop sign. Go across Missouri State Road onto the campus of the Jefferson County Library and the Arnold Recreation Center. Follow the winding road past the Library and Recreation Center, continuing to the right past the stop sign, around to the College campus on the top of the hill. From I-270, take I-55 south to Hwy 141 (exit 191). Right on Hwy 141 to second stoplight (Astra Way). Left at Astra Way to stop sign. Go across Missouri State Road onto the campus of the Jefferson County Library and the Arnold Recreation Center. Follow the winding road past the Library and Recreation Center, continuing to the right past the stop sign, around to the College campus at the top of the hill.
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks Pro
    • QuickBooks is small business financial software which creates invoices, pay bills, and track expenses all in one place. Reporting shows you where you can increase efficiencies. Start in minutes, save hours.Easy to set up, learn, & use: no accounting knowledge needed. Be ready at tax time with complete & accurate records.
    Nevada TeleCenter
  • 6:00 PM   Connecting for Baby Session
    • Topic Session for Connecting for Baby held in the Richland Public Library.
    Will be held at the Public Library in Richland, MO.
  • 6:00 PM   FastTrac - New Venture
    • FastTrac New Venture is a program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs. Sessions are led by experienced facilitators and business coached who make entrepreneurship come alive by sharing real-world expertise, practical tips and success stories. Expert guest speakers from the smaill business community are contributors to the program. The goal of FastTrac New Venture is to help you determine whether your business idea has a market, can make a profit and can provide the money you need. You will build your business plan one section at a time by conducting research and answering questions for each action step. Fee: $259 - includes all materials.
    Osher Lifelong Learning Center Training Room 1, Room 129
  • 6:00 PM   Building an Investor - Ready Technology Company
    • Join us for four evenings in October to discuss a variety of topics related to business creation and development of a high-technology company.
    Osher Lifelong Learning Center Training room 2, Room 128
  • 6:00 PM   Starting a Business: The First Steps
    • This three-hour offering will provide you with an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. It is designed specifically for those who are thinking about a new business venture. Participants will assess their strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory requirements and identify sources of funding. Enroll in both this class and The Basics of Writing a Business Plan and receive a $10 discount.
    Cole County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to Quick Books for Farms and Agribusinesses
    • Class will take place in the Business Computer lab room 102
  • 6:00 PM   4-H Recognition Forms
    • Barton County 4-H Recognition forms will be due October 6,2009
  • 6:00 PM   Missouri Woodland Steward
    • Four evening sessions will introduce you to basic forest and wildlife management practices, help you begin to develop a plan and introduce you to local natural resource professionals in your area. A Saturday visit to a nearby woodland will reinforce the classroom sessions.
    Ellington Courthouse
  • 6:00 PM   Antioch 4-H Club (Clark County)
    • The Antioch 4-H club meets the 1st Tuesday of every month.
    TBA
  • 6:30 PM   Grow Your Farm
    • An educational program designed to train and support those who want a successful farming enterprise. For prospective farmers, beginners with limited experience, and farmers who want to make a "new beginning". All 9 sessions will be taught by sucessful farmers and industry specialists.
    Schlafly Bottleworks
  • 6:30 PM   Understanding Financial Statements
    • Salem TCRC
  • 6:30 PM   Master Gardener Course - Lake Area
    • Gardening is the most popular hobby in the U.S. There is a growing awareness both among the general public and health professionals of the importance of plants to the physical and psychological well being of people. In addition to aesthetically improving the environment around the home, planting of turf, trees, shrubs, perennials and flowers reduces energy costs, provides exercise and a sense of accomplishment and adds value to the home. Fresh fruits and vegetables produced in home gardens are a healthy supplement to the diets of many Missourians. Gardening also fulfils a need on the part of people several generations removed from the farm to work with the soil.
    Central Bank of Lake Ozark, the branch bank at the top of HH
  • 6:30 PM   Starting and Managing a Business
    • Series of 4 classes/learning the basics of starting and managing a business in Missouri in this course designed for those who are thinking about starting a business, have made the choice to start a business, or have been in business less than two years.
    UMSL-JC Penney Conference Center
  • 7:00 PM   Vision to Action: Take Charge Too
    • Community Betterment, Downtown Revitalizaton, Workforce Development and RE-Development
    City Hall ---Council Chambers
  • 7:00 PM   Preventing and Managing Macular Degeneration thru Diet
    • Learn how dietary choices can protect your eyesight and also review the current recommendations for using OTC nutrient supplements to slow the progression of dry macular degeneration.
    home of club member
  • 7:00 PM   English Language Learners (ELL)
    • Teaching English to Non-English Speakers
  • 7:30 PM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • Builds on the fitness base acquired through the basic Stay Stong, Stay Health program by adding new, more conplex upper and lower body strength-training exercise, core exercises, balance movements and 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.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
    Wednesday, October 7
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Child, Youth, and Families At-Risk (CYFAR)
    • Each month the Christian County Family Crisis Task force meets to plan and implement programs for residents of the Christian County Family Crisis Center.
    Old courthouse 2nd floor courtroom
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 8:00 AM   Small Business Academy
    • “Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there” – Will Rogers. Want to grow your business but not sure how to do it? Or, is your business growing so fast you can’t keep up with it? If creating or managing growth is a challenge for you and your business, then the Jefferson City Small Business Academy is for you. A partnership between the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce and Extension’s Small Business Technology & Development Center (SBTDC), the Academy provides you the opportunity to work on your business rather than working in your business. What is in it for you? The academy focuses on growth and preparing for that growth through a structured curriculum that provides practical advice, real-world techniques, & opportunities for coaching and access to new resources. The Small Business Academy uses a world-class curriculum developed by the Kaufman Foundation of Kansas City. The 32 hour curriculum is provided in easy to digest 10 3-hour events plus a 2 hour introductory session. You will be with fellow entrepreneurs facing the same challenges. The curriculum is a mix of lecture, exercises, guest speakers and networking. At the conclusion of the Academy you will have created a growth plan for your business. You will also have access to the full range of SBTDC services, which includes market research, business plan assistance, financial reviews, access to government contracting help to name a few. Fee is for all 11 sessions.
    Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce
  • 9:00 AM   Intro to Power Point
    • Basics including building a presentation, formatting, using clip art, and delivering the presentation. 6-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 9:00 AM   Building Strong Families - Pemiscot County DAEOC office
    • The Building Strong Families: Challenges and Choices program helps families build strengths, face challenges, and make choices.
    Sessions are held at the DAEOC office in Hayti, MO 573-333-1030
  • 9:30 AM   Senior Enrichment: Polka Music
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Platte County Senior Center
    • Missouri’s Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program is designed to increase aging adults’ access to a safe, structured, and effective strength training program. Over the 10 weeks, participants learn exercises to improve their strength, flexibility and balance. At each session, a prescribed set of 8 upper and lower body strengthening exercises are done along with warm-up and cool-down stretches. Participants are made to feel comfortable regardless of their current fitness level so they can safely participate and gradually build the strength beneficial to health.
    Platte County Senior Center
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30am-10:30am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 10:00 AM   Character Critters-Lowry City Head Start
    • Character Critters is a Character Education program for pre-school and kindergarten students. Each month the students will hear a story with a different animal critter as the star. Students will receive an activity sheet to take home and do with their parents so the parents can re-enforce the character trait with their child.
    Lowry City Head Start
  • 10:00 AM   Grandparent Support Group-Jackson
    • A support group for grandparents or any other relative that are raising someone's else children meet monthly at the Cape Girardeau County Extension Center.
    Cape Girardeau County Extension Center
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • 10 week program for adults 50 and over
    BCMH Education Center
  • 10:30 AM   Bi-lingual workshop - Healthy Living, Healthy Hearts
    • The workshop will focus on heart-healthy lifestyle habits to reduce risk for heart attack and prevent heart disease and stroke. Warning signs of heart attack and stroke and heart disease prevention strategies will be discussed.
    Guadalupe Center
  • 10:45 AM   History of the Cardinals
  • 10:45 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:45am-11:45am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 1:00 PM   Focus on Kids--Pettis County--Sedalia, MO
    • 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.
    Located in Country Mall between Westlakes Hardware and Factory Return Outlet, enter the double doors and go to the right and follow hall to the end. Meeting is across hall from University of Missouri Extension Office. Call Extension office to pre-register and more information at 660-827-0591.
  • 1:00 PM   Small Business Ttax Workshop
    • UMSL-JC Penney Conference Center
  • 1:00 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--AGRI 130
    • AGRI 130-Animal Science--An overview of the livestock industry. Specific topics include terminology, breed identification, conformation, digestive systems and diseases of beef, swine, sheep and horses.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 1:30 PM   Leadership Training Workshop: Module 1 How Can I Motivate Employees?
    • Payment in advance: $55, (Entire series: $135) This discussion aids understanding of motivational factors for employees at various ages and the learning process for employees. Specific attention is given to motivating “lazy” employees, understanding the process for learning complex tasks, and practical techniques to motivate workers based on primary motivators. Paula Hartzell, M.D., P.C. will teach this workshop.
    Plaster Hall Room 102, MSSU
  • 1:30 PM   Reeds Spring TCRC Eight Geniuses Who Changed the World: Serious and Lighter Notes on Their Lives, Loves and Laurels
    • The focus is on eight modern geniuses—and a few of their contemporaries—whose innovations have changed our lives: Charles Darwin—His theory of the origin of the species by natural selection changed the way we view humans’ place in the universe; Albert Einstein—Time’s Man of the Century, whose theories on space, time and matter revolutionized our ideas about the cosmos; George Bernard Shaw—“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” He helped women recreate themselves and their roles; Frank Lloyd Wright—“Every great architect is—necessarily—a great poet. He must be a great original interpreter of his time, his day, his age.”; Harry Truman—“The buck stops here.” This “simple country boy” helped save the world from communism.; Henry Ford—Fortune magazine’s Entrepreneur of the Century wanted a car (any color as long as it was black) in every garage and a decent paycheck for all.; Rachel Carson—Time magazine cited her as one of the 100 most important people of the 20th century. The New York Times headline read “Silent Spring Is Now Noisy Summer: Pesticides Industry up in Arms Over a New Book.”; Margaret Sanger—Birth control for everyone despite the Comstock laws. Course content will be augmented by photos taken during the instructors’ many travels. (8 sessions), Wayne Anderson, PhD, MU professor emeritus of psychological sciences, writes articles on the International Center for Psychosocial Trauma for the Columbia Daily Tribune. (He is currently not writing the travel column.), Carla Anderson, PhD, is a retired psychologist.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 1:30 PM   Character Critters-Osceola
    • Character Critters is a Character Education program for pre-school and kindergarten students. Each month the students will hear a story with a different animal critter as the star. Students will receive an activity sheet to take home and do with their parents so the parents can re-enforce the character trait with their child.
    Osceola Elementary School
  • 2:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - fall 2009
    • Quail's Nest Hotel
  • 2:30 PM   Bi-lingual Tai Chi for Arthritis
    • Tai Chi for Arthritis is an easy and effective exercise class, integrating the mind and body, that improves flexibility, muscle strength and balance. The class is based on the Tai Chi for Arthritis program supported by the Arthritis Foundation of America.
    Posada del Sol
  • 3:30 PM   Reeds Spring TCRC Potpourri-Differing Perspectives on the Current Economic Crisis
    • Outlook and Opportunities - The Financial Market, Building Your Ark: Financial planning principles for life – yours, as well as those who follow, Missouri’s General Revenue Collections -- Impact of the National Crisis, Topic TBA After Legislative Session, Health Care, Tax Reform, the Fate of Newspapers and Other Mysteries, Economic Transition in Agricultural Production, They Just Don't Get It: Ethical Obligations of Private-Sector Companies that Accept Public-Sector Funds, Local Business Perspective on the Current Economic Condition: Columbia’s Unique Economy.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 4:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Chillicothe
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a ten week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Grand River Multi Purpose Center (Senior Center)
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 202
    • ECD 202--Survey of Early Childhood Development and Education. This course is designed to introduce the student to the roles and responsibilities of early childhood development. It gives an overall view of what early chilhood education is along with the history of the profession. Theories and foundations of both curriculum development and practice are discussed and related to infant and toddler, preschool and primary grade program devilopment. Includes observation for theoretical application to practice.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids - Lafayette
    • State-mandated coparenting class held monthly for divorcing or never-married parents. Parents must pre-register one week in advance.
    Lafayette County Extension Center, 14 East 19th Street, Higginsville, MO 64037 (660) 584-3658 or lafayetteco@missouri.edu
  • 6:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Ridgeway, Aug-Oct, 2009
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a six week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Ridgeway Lion's Club
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener - Level 1 Class
    • Master Gardeners love gardening and have gardening experience. They help find environmentally sound gardening and landscape solutions and answer questions about home horticulture. Level 1 classes teach a wide variety of practical gardening skills.
    All classes will be from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Audrain 4-H Center (One-mile south of Mexico on Rte. D past Country Hearth Hotel)Audrain 4-H Fairgrounds
  • 6:00 PM   Building the Ultimate Business Plan
    • Preparation is key to the success of any business venture. Whether you are starting a new business, growing an established business, or launching a new product or service, a solid business plan will prevent unexpected problems and help pave the way for a successful business venture. Learn how to utilize the “Ultimate Business Planner” software and companion workbook to aid you in the process of developing a solid business plan. This seminar provides an overview of the step-by-step approach to writing your plan and forecasting your financials. With the help of this course instruction and software, simplify the process of putting together your formal business plan with expert advice, tips and hints based on proven business practices. • Defining the concept • Understand how to research the feasibility • Learn how to assess the industry, market and competition • Focus on assembling a marketing plan/niche • How to develop basic financial projections from marketing analysis • Necessary components of the formal plan • Learn successful writing techniques that appeal to lenders/investors
    Missouri State Universitys Glass Hall (West Entrance)
  • 6:30 PM   Taking Care of All of YOU: Dealing with Life's Stress
    • An 8-session program series that offers practical, effective strategies and experiences to help you better deal with the challenges in your life. Managing life's demands in a healthy way allows you to take better care of yourself and to improve your overall health. The classes meet weekly for one hour.
    Boone County University of Missouri Extension Center
  • 6:30 PM   Dining with Diabetes
    • Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes (Dining With Diabetes) is a four-session series that provides people with type 2 diabetes, their family and friends, with tools for the self-management of diabetes. The series focuses on nutrition, the cornerstone of diabetes management, but also reviews other self-management strategies that can help individuals avoid diabetes complications. Food demonstrations and tasting are included
    Union City Auditorium
  • 7:00 PM   Taking Care of All of You
    • An eight-session program that offers practical, effective strategies and experiences to help you better deal with the challenges in your life. Managing life's demands in a healthy way allows you to take better care of yourself and to improve your overall health. Class meets each week for one hour and includes small group discussion, self-reflection and activities.
    University of Missouri Extension
    Thursday, October 8
  • 7:00 AM   ESMYC - Kearney Leader Orientation
    • This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 8:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--CRJC129
    • CRJC 129--Fundamentals of Search and Seizure--A study of state and federal laws and cort decisions that govern search and seizure.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   Intro to Word Processing
    • Basics in editing, proofing, formatting and working with tables. 6-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 9:00 AM   Government Marketing Fundamentals
    • Learn about the services of the Procurement Technical Assistance Center and the proper direction to turn in pursuing government contracts. This orientation seminar will introduce you to the PTAC program and break down the government marketing process into smaller segments to help better understand the different levels of government. You will learn government marketing fundamentals, primary considerations, types of businesses, core requirements, certification processes and procedures, government marketing research strategies, determinants of selling potential, and how to find out which agencies buy from you in the various facets of federal, state, and local government. If your company has considered or is presently doing business with the government, you will not want to miss this informative presentation.
    PTAC Office, Downtown St. Louis
  • 9:00 AM   Quickbooks for Beginners
    • An INTRODUCTORY, computer, hands-on learning opportunity for small business. Boost the accuracy of your small business accounting. In this session, you will learn to track cash flow, set up customers and vendors, track accounts payable and receivable, reconcile accounts, create reports and set up a budget.
    Osher Lifelong Learning Center, Training Room 3, Rm 127
  • 9:00 AM   4-H Interstate Show
    • East Hills Mall for exhibit display 10/8/09 thru 10/10/09 East Hills Library auditorium for contests on 10/10/ 09
  • 9:00 AM   Personal Law: Hiring & Firing
    • Managing human resources has become one of the most complicated and risky aspects of operating a business today. This class is designed to help you understand key federal and state laws regarding human resources issues and allow you to create a positive, fair and comfortable work environment in today’s competitive job market. Through an understanding of labor and employment law you will reduce the costs of hiring mistakes, improve employee retention, and reduce your risk of potential lawsuits.
    Missouri State Universitys Glass Hall (West Entrance)
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--BLAW 221
    • BLAW 221--Legal & Ethical Environment Business--A presentation of the basic principles of law as they apply to business. Emphasizes the background of law and the moral and ethical issues created when the law is applied in society, crime, torts, contracts, personal property, consumer protection and environmental, constitutional and international law.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses ADJU 213
    • Court Procedures--A sruvey of relationships, official and unofficial between police agencies, the court and prosecuting officials. It includes the methods and techniques used by these agencies. The student will cover the functions and procedures of the courts with some emphisis on Missouri jurisprudence.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 9:30 AM   Building Strong Families - Scott County DAEOC office
    • Buidling Strong Families Challenges and Choices program helps families build strengths, face challenges and make choices.
    Scott County DAEOC office in Sikeston
  • 9:30 AM   ESMYC - Kearney Radical Challenge
    • This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour workshop.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 10:00 AM   Fad Diet Products -- CLA (conjugated linoleic acid)
    • Fat burners are the rage currently in the market of weight loss supplements. The key ingredient in many of these type of supplements is CLA. What is CLA? What role does it play in weight loss? Are there any potential side effects? This program explores the current research findings of the potential health benefits of CLA.
    New Walnut Park Community of Christ church
  • 10:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Union
    • A ten-week strengh training program to improve strength, flexiblity and balance in adults age 45 and older.
    Zion United Church of Christ 115 South Washington Avenue Union, Missouri 63084
  • 10:00 AM   Reeds Spring TCRC A Science Potpourri
    • We take pleasure in announcing that this course is offered in collaboration with the faculty of the MU Life Sciences Center- Marc Johnson- Viruses through the ages, Mike Garcia- Insulating nerves, myelin to MS, D. Cornelison- Stem cells and you, George Stewart- Anthrax and Bioterrorism: Overrated or Understated?, Melissa Mitchum- Nematodes, The good, the bad, and the ugly, Judy Wall- Bioremediation by bacteria, Sylvia Jurisson- Diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, Bruce McClure- Fins to Fingers, Origins of the tetrapods.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Pemiscot County
    • SSSH is modeled after the evidenced-based StrongWomen program developed by researchers at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science at Tufts University. While the original Tufts program includes only women, University of Missouri Extension has adapted the curriculum to include men.
    18th and Compress Road in Caruthersville, MO at the Lincoln University Extension Outreach office
  • 11:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-St. Louis County Government Board of Elections Commissioners
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance include warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. An orientation and pre-assessment precede ten weeks of exercise sessions, and the program concludes with a post-assessment.
    Board of Elections Building
  • 11:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ADJU 233
    • ADJU 233--Criminal Invesitation--Introduction to the theory, history and techniques of criminal investigation. Includes crime scene investigation, techniques of interviewing, basic leads and suspect development and case preparation. The course covers procedures for investigation from the crime scene to the courtroom with emphasis on techniques appropriate to specific crimes.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 11:30 AM   Ciphering, Spelling and Community Education in Rural Greene County
    • The history of rural education intersects with many things we are familiar with: rural electric cooperatives, the WPA, 4-H, the Extension Service, school lunches, the Greatest Generation and school busing. Join David Burton, civic communication specialist with MU Extension in southwest Missouri, and author of the book, "A History of Rural Schools in Greene County, Mo." as he uses a slide presentation of one-room schools in Greene County, Missouri to detail the qualities that helped country schools fulfill their mission despite limitations and a lack of amenities.
    Blue Top Restaurant
  • 12:30 PM   Role of calcium and folic acid in women's health for Vo-Tech Nursing Students
    • Calcium and folic acid's roles in preventing osteoporosis and birth defects will be presented to Vo tech nursing students.
    Vo Tech Licensed Practical Nursing
  • 1:00 PM   CHART - Henry County
    • CHART is a countywide organization that meets monthly to improve the lives of Henry County citizens. Members work together to improve services and provide resources for programming and outreach to individuals, families and organizations to improve life in Henry county. Many of the resources are health related. We meet the second Thursday of each month in the Clinton Community Center at 1:00pm.
    Clinton Community Center
  • 1:00 PM   SSSH--Fall 2009 Mtn. Grove
    • Class designed for adults to utilize weight lifting exercises to build muscle and bone strength.
  • 1:30 PM   Health for Every Body
    • Scotland County Community Action Agency
  • 2:30 PM   Tax Planning: Getting the Most Out of Every Dollar
    • Find out the information you need to reduce your self-employment and income taxes. Tax savings strategies discussed will include: hiring your minor children, renting property from a spouse, providing tax deductible health insurance for you and your family, contribution to a retirement plan, incorporating your businesses, and other opportunities for a tax reduction. Learn about the different forms of business organization.
    Plaster Hall Room 109, MSSU
  • 2:30 PM   Master Gardener Training
    • Master Gardener Level I Training
    Trails West
  • 3:00 PM   Homeownership/H.O.M.E.
    • University Extension Center, Blue Springs
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 237
    • ECD 237--Early Childhood Development Lab--Focuses on learning styles and age-appropriate activities for infants and preschool age groups. Covers environmental requirements and activities to encourage positive development. Lab includes 8 weeks observation
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 110
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids -- Saline County -- Marshall, MO
    • 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.
    Saline County Extension Center
  • 5:30 PM   Intro to Excel
    • Basics including entering data, using functions, charts, and printing worksheets. 6-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener training
    • Master Gardener training consists of 12 weeks of horticulture classes on various topics, followed by 30 hours of volunteer service the first year.
    Kirksville TCRC
  • 6:00 PM   Womens Financial Education Series
    • The Womens 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 over their finances
    World Trade Center Building
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks Pro
    • QuickBooks is small business financial software which creates invoices, pay bills, and track expenses all in one place. Reporting shows you where you can increase efficiencies. Start in minutes, save hours.Easy to set up, learn, & use: no accounting knowledge needed. Be ready at tax time with complete & accurate records.
    Nevada TeleCenter
  • 6:00 PM   Annie's Project
    • Annie's Project empowers women to be better business partners through the creation of networks and by managing and organizing critical information. The program helps women learn about the many facets of the agricultural industry including record keeping, decision-making skills, managing finances and marketing. Annie's Project is helping to remove barriers that farm and ranch women regularly face.
    Mineral Area TCRC located in the Technology Building at Mineral Area College
  • 6:00 PM   Building the Ultimate Business Plan
    • Preparation is key to the success of any business venture. Whether you are starting a new business, growing an established business, or launching a new product or service, a solid business plan will prevent unexpected problems and help pave the way for a successful business venture. Learn how to utilize the “Ultimate Business Planner” software and companion workbook to aid you in the process of developing a solid business plan. This seminar provides an overview of the step-by-step approach to writing your plan and forecasting your financials. With the help of this course instruction and software, simplify the process of putting together your formal business plan with expert advice, tips and hints based on proven business practices. • Defining the concept • Understand how to research the feasibility • Learn how to assess the industry, market and competition • Focus on assembling a marketing plan/niche • How to develop basic financial projections from marketing analysis • Necessary components of the formal plan • Learn successful writing techniques that appeal to lenders/investors
    Missouri State Universitys Glass Hall (West Entrance)
  • 6:00 PM   Sparking Kids Curiosity
    • University of Missouri Extension Center - Blue Springs
  • 6:00 PM   Silver Spurs 4-H Club
    • The Silver Spurs 4-H Club meets monthly--usually the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Sesqui-Building; Palmyra. Contact the Marion County Extension Office at 573/769-2177 for more information.
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener Level 1 Class - Versailles
    • The Missouri Master Gardener program is an educational, volunteer program offered by the University of Missouri Extension. The program is designed to increase the availability of university-based horticultural information to local communities and individuals through trained volunteers known as Master Gardeners. The volunteer aspect of the Master Gardener program allows individuals to dedicate their time and talents to enhancing the quality of life for citizens of their community through horticultural education.
    Morgan County University of Missouri Extension Center 573-378-5358 Classes are located at the University of Missouri Extension Office, 100 E. Newton St. 4th Floor of Courthouse Versailles.
  • 6:00 PM   Missouri Woodland Steward
    • Four evening sessions will introduce you to basic forest and wildlife management practices, help you begin to develop a plan and introduce you to local natural resource professionals in your area. A Saturday visit to a nearby woodland will reinforce the classroom sessions.
    Bunker School
  • 6:00 PM   Successful Principles for Life & Work
  • 6:30 PM   Master Gardener Training -- Christian County
    • There are 10 Master Gardener training classes plus an orientation. The topics range from Integrated Pest Management to Home Fruit Production.
    St. John's Clinic - Nixa
  • 6:30 PM   Healthy Weight Management TOPS
    • North Kansas City Community Center
  • 6:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Montgomery City
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance 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.
    Montgomery County Extension Office
  • 6:30 PM   EXCEL – EXperience in Community Enterprise and Leadership
    • A regional EXCEL is planned for Shelby, Marion, Monroe, Lewis, Scotland, Schuyler, and Knox counties. The kick off dinner will be Sept 17, 2009 at Fiddlesticks in Hannibal, MO. Everyone is welcome and invited to participate.
    Participants started the evening with a tour of the Shelby County Historical Museum. Historical highlights of the county were presented by lcoal historian. After a tour of the museum, participants walked to the Shelbina Carnegie Library where a presentation about local and state demographics was held.
  • 7:00 PM   Vision to Action: Take Charge Too
    • Community Betterment, Downtown Revitalizaton, Workforce Development and RE-Development
    Bank of Hannibal
  • 7:00 PM   Douglas County Council Meetings
    • Meetings are open to the public. Check with Douglas County Extension Office for location information.
    Big Ed's Country Store--Near Vanzant, MO
  • 7:00 PM   Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
    • How to use dark chocolate to reduce the risk of chronic disease.
    personal home of church member
  • 7:30 PM   On the Road Through Life: The How, What, & Why
  • 8:00 PM   4-H Missions in Space
    • Applicants must be in the 6th grade or above at the time of the trip. First time applicants given priority. The Pathfinder program is 3 days of non-stop activities exploring the history, present and future of manned space flight. Participants are immersed in hands-on training for a space shuttle mission, experiencing both shuttle and space station simulators. Presentations are packed with interesting facts and trivia that students remember long after the adventure is over. IMAX presentations! A wonderful opportunity for youth in 6th grade through high school! Space is limited. Registrations accepted on a first-come basis.
    Friday, October 9
  • 7:00 AM   ESMYC - St. Charles Leader Orientation
    • This 2 1/2 hour workshop teaches the parent volunteers the expectations and philosophy behind the Radical Challenge program. Parents walk the course to learn each event and effective facilitation skills.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 8:30 AM   Starting a Business: The First Steps
    • St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce
  • 9:00 AM   Middle School Conservation Days
    • Youth will experience a host of Conservation themed topics that will help foster an understanding of conservation issues.
    Pershing State Park
  • 9:00 AM   Reed Springs TCRC Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007
    • Getting Started with Word 2007, Editing Documents, Formatting Text and Paragraph, Formatting Documents
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 9:00 AM   4-H Interstate Show
    • East Hills Mall for exhibit display 10/8/09 thru 10/10/09 East Hills Library auditorium for contests on 10/10/ 09
  • 9:30 AM   Autism ITV training
    • An interactive training on available resources and the referral process for Autism Neurodevelopmental Disorders will be held at the Cape Girardeau County Extension Center.
    MU Extension Center-Cape Giraradeau County
  • 9:30 AM   ESMYC - St. Charles Radical Challenge
    • This program is a field trip opportunity for 5th grade on up. The Radical Challenge program is about communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and teambuilding. This is a four hour workshop.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 11:15 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
  • 11:30 AM   Ciphering, Spelling and Community Education in Rural Greene County
    • The history of rural education intersects with many things we are familiar with: rural electric cooperatives, the WPA, 4-H, the Extension Service, school lunches, the Greatest Generation and school busing. Join David Burton, civic communication specialist with MU Extension in southwest Missouri, and author of the book, "A History of Rural Schools in Greene County, Mo." as he uses a slide presentation of one-room schools in Greene County, Missouri to detail the qualities that helped country schools fulfill their mission despite limitations and a lack of amenities.
    PriceCutter Cafe
  • 12:30 PM   Extension NTT Career Progression System
    • Career progression system development for Extension Faculty.
  • 1:00 PM   Financing Your Business
    • This workshop will acqaint you with grant and loan programs, describe how the commercial lending process works, and explain why it is so important to establish a banking relationship. You will also receive information on Small Business(SBA) loan programs and how to apply for them.
    University of Missouri-St.Louis/J.C. Penney Conference Center
  • 1:15 PM   Starting a Small Business: The First Steps
    • Three-hour course that introduces participants to the business planning process and provides tools to assess their personal, managerial, technical and financial skills to successfully run a business.
    Plaster Hall Room 102, MSSU
  • 1:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 3:00 PM   Clover Scene Investigation 4-H Afterschool Clubs 2009-2010
    • 4-H Afterschool Clubs: Clover Scene Investigation
    Oakridge Elementary
  • 3:00 PM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older, who have completed two sessions of Stay Strong, Stay Healthy and are currently lifting weights. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 8:00 PM   4-H Missions in Space
    • Applicants must be in the 6th grade or above at the time of the trip. First time applicants given priority. The Pathfinder program is 3 days of non-stop activities exploring the history, present and future of manned space flight. Participants are immersed in hands-on training for a space shuttle mission, experiencing both shuttle and space station simulators. Presentations are packed with interesting facts and trivia that students remember long after the adventure is over. IMAX presentations! A wonderful opportunity for youth in 6th grade through high school! Space is limited. Registrations accepted on a first-come basis.
    Saturday, October 10
  • 8:00 AM   National 4-H Week activities
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 8:00 AM   Going Green in the Garden
    • Learn how to go green in your own garden with a variety of presentations at this special 1/2 day event.
    St. John's Cancer Center, 2nd floor multipurpose room
  • 8:15 AM   Get Checking - St. Louis
    • GET CHECKING is designed for people who currently dont have an account with a financial institution or want to learn more about their current account. Maybe you have never had an account and don’t know how to start. Maybe you have had problems with an account in the past that are making it difficult to open an account now. Or, maybe you want more information about managing your current account. GET CHECKING offers you the opportunity to open an account with a participating financial institution even if you have had problems in the past.
    Lincoln University Extension
  • 9:00 AM   4-H Interstate Show
    • East Hills Mall for exhibit display 10/8/09 thru 10/10/09 East Hills Library auditorium for contests on 10/10/ 09
  • 9:00 AM   Missouri Master Naturalist - Level 1 Training
    • A training program to help you discover the natural Missouri by developing your skills as a naturalist, resource scientist, botanist educator or recreations specialist. You'll gain a wealth of natural science information in classes given by some of Missouri's finest biologists and build new friendships with others who share a love of Missouri's outdoors.
    Shaw Nature Reserve
  • 10:00 AM   Run For The Hills 5K Fun Run/Walk
    • 5K Fun Run/Walk to increase community awareness about the Healthy Harvest Community Garden, provide a healthy community activity and collect donations for our local food pantry.
  • 10:00 AM   2009 Youth EXCEL
    • Windermere Conference Center
  • 10:30 AM   Grow Your Farm
    • An educational program designed to train and support those who want a successful farming enterprise. For prospective farmers, beginners with limited experience, and farmers who want to make a "new beginning". All 9 sessions will be taught by sucessful farmers and industry specialists.
  • 6:00 PM   2009 Polk County Project Night
    • Polk County 4-H Project Night is a way to experience and explore 4-H projects and activities. This event is open to all children and youth ages 5-18.
    Polk County Fairgrounds
  • 6:30 PM   Fabius 4-H Club
    • The Fabius 4-H Club meets monthly--usually the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Fabius Community Hall. Contact the Marion County Extension Office at 573/769-2177 for more information.
  • 7:00 PM   Pleasant Day 4-H Club
  • 8:00 PM   4-H Missions in Space
    • Applicants must be in the 6th grade or above at the time of the trip. First time applicants given priority. The Pathfinder program is 3 days of non-stop activities exploring the history, present and future of manned space flight. Participants are immersed in hands-on training for a space shuttle mission, experiencing both shuttle and space station simulators. Presentations are packed with interesting facts and trivia that students remember long after the adventure is over. IMAX presentations! A wonderful opportunity for youth in 6th grade through high school! Space is limited. Registrations accepted on a first-come basis.
    Sunday, October 11
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:15 AM   Spiritual Passages: Unique Reflections for Adult Life Challenges
  • 10:00 AM   2009 Youth EXCEL
    • Windermere Conference Center
  • 1:00 PM   Callaway County 4-H Awards & Recognition
    • Recognize 4-H members & volunteers for their 4-H work
    Fulton Soccer field
  • 2:00 PM   Willing Workers 4-H Club Meeting (Clark County)
    • The Willing Workers 4-H Club meets the 2nd Sunday of every month at the Wayland Methodist Church in Wayland, MO.
  • 4:00 PM   Harrison County Recognition Night
    • The families, youth and volunteers of Harrison County will celebrate the accomplishments of the 4-H members of Harrison County. Program will being at 4PM at Roll-O-Rama Skate Center in Bethany.
    Roll-O-Rama Skate Center
  • 4:00 PM   Lucky Four 4-H Club
    • The Lucky Four 4-H Club meets monthly--usually the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Immanuel Luther School, West Ely. Contact the Marion County Extension Office at 573/769-2177 for more information.
  • 5:00 PM   Shamrock 4-H Club (Clark County)
    • TBA
  • 8:00 PM   4-H Missions in Space
    • Applicants must be in the 6th grade or above at the time of the trip. First time applicants given priority. The Pathfinder program is 3 days of non-stop activities exploring the history, present and future of manned space flight. Participants are immersed in hands-on training for a space shuttle mission, experiencing both shuttle and space station simulators. Presentations are packed with interesting facts and trivia that students remember long after the adventure is over. IMAX presentations! A wonderful opportunity for youth in 6th grade through high school! Space is limited. Registrations accepted on a first-come basis.
    Monday, October 12
  • 8:00 AM   Henry County Office Closed
    • Office Closed for Holiday.
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30am-10:30am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 10:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Shepherds Center of Webster Groves
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance include warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. An orientation and pre-assessment precede nine weeks of exercise sessions, and the program concludes with a post-assessment.
    Shepherds Center of Webster/Kirkwood Located in the Christian Life Center of Webster Hills UMC
  • 10:45 AM   Preventing and Managing Macular Degeneration thru Diet
    • Learn how dietary choices can protect your eyesight and also review the current recommendations for using OTC nutrient supplements to slow the progression of dry macular degeneration.
    First Christian Church fellowship hall
  • 10:45 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:45am-11:45am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 11:15 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
  • 11:20 AM   KOLR10 TV Interview - Mold Prevention & Control
    • This live TV interview will cover mold prevention and control in the home.
    KOLR10 TV
  • 12:30 PM   Puberty Class-Nell Holcomb
    • The fifth graders at Nell Holcomb School participate in a three part program on puberty education. Girls and boys are taught separately about growth and development.
    Nell Holcomb Elementary School classroom
  • 1:00 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--AGRI 130
    • AGRI 130-Animal Science--An overview of the livestock industry. Specific topics include terminology, breed identification, conformation, digestive systems and diseases of beef, swine, sheep and horses.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 1:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 2:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - fall 2009
    • Quail's Nest Hotel
  • 3:00 PM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older, who have completed two sessions of Stay Strong, Stay Healthy and are currently lifting weights. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 3:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - St Clair R-XII School District
    • Missouri’s Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program is designed to increase aging adults’ access to a safe, structured, and effective strength training program. Over the 10 weeks, participants learn exercises to improve their strength, flexibility and balance.
    St. Clair High School Band Room St. Clair R-XIII School District
  • 4:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Chillicothe
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a ten week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Grand River Multi Purpose Center (Senior Center)
  • 4:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a 10-week strength training program for adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay physically active. The weekly exercise sessions help improve your strength, flexibility and balance by using safe and effective warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. Weights are made available during the session.
    West Boulevard Elementary School Gym
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 202
    • ECD 202--Survey of Early Childhood Development and Education. This course is designed to introduce the student to the roles and responsibilities of early childhood development. It gives an overall view of what early chilhood education is along with the history of the profession. Theories and foundations of both curriculum development and practice are discussed and related to infant and toddler, preschool and primary grade program devilopment. Includes observation for theoretical application to practice.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 5:45 PM   Building Strong Families
    • A Building Strong Families parenting program with a child/youth component will be held this fall at the Family Resource Center in Cape Girardeau.
    Cape Area Family Resource Center
  • 6:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Ridgeway, Aug-Oct, 2009
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a six week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Ridgeway Lion's Club
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener
    • The Missouri Master Gardeners Program provides horticultural information and training to the gardening public based on proven research specific to our local climate, soils, and plants. This is an in depth study course that will address a broad array of horticultural topics including an introduction to plants and their environment, soils and fertility, turf grass and maintenance, trees and woody ornamentals, pruning, insect ID and control, vegetable crops, diagnosing plant problems, fruit crops, use of native plants as ornamentals and plant propagation.
    MSU Fruit Experiment Station
  • 6:00 PM   Fox River Clovers 4-H Club Meeting (Clark County)
    • The Fox River Clovers meet the 2nd Monday of every month at the Luray Elementary School
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener- Level 1 class Cole
    • Twelve classes will be held at this office from August 24 to November 9 on Monday evenings, (Tuesday 9/4 instead of Labor Day). Class time is 6 to 9:15 pm.. Trained Master Gardeners, Extension Specialists and instructors from the University of Missouri will teach the classes. Topics may include, but are not limited to: plant growth; soils; vegetables; flowers; insects; woody ornamentals, turf and landscaping.
    Cole County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Taking Care of ALL of You - Lexington
    • Taking Care of All of YOU offers practical, effective strategies and experiences to help you better deal with the challenges in your life. Managing life’s demands in a healthy way allows you to take better care of yourself and to improve your overall health. Taking Care of All of YOU is an eight-session program that meets once a week for one hour. Each week you will explore topics through small group discussion, self-refection and activities.
    Lafayette County Health Dept.
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener Level 1 Class - Versailles
    • The Missouri Master Gardener program is an educational, volunteer program offered by the University of Missouri Extension. The program is designed to increase the availability of university-based horticultural information to local communities and individuals through trained volunteers known as Master Gardeners. The volunteer aspect of the Master Gardener program allows individuals to dedicate their time and talents to enhancing the quality of life for citizens of their community through horticultural education.
    Morgan County University of Missouri Extension Center 573-378-5358 Classes are located at the University of Missouri Extension Office, 100 E. Newton St. 4th Floor of Courthouse Versailles.
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks Pro
    • A two-session, six-hour, hands-on-learning workshop that will help you make better financial decisions. Participants, using a computer, learn the flow of information through the QuickBooks program, how to enter data and how to create reports in the areas of tracking cash flow, accounts payable/receivable, payroll and inventory.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Annie's Project
    • Annie's Project is designed to empower farm women to manage information used in critical decision making processes and to build local networks throughout the state.
    Cass Career Center
  • 6:00 PM   Annie's Project
    • Farm women and landowners come from many different backgrounds, from rural to city life. Women who are new to the farm business may be overwhelmed and afraid to ask questions. Women who are accustomed to the farm business may understand agriculture, but feel overwhelmed with all the new technologies. Over a six week period, Annie’s Project gives the participants the opportunity to learn from business specialists as well as from each other. Some of the topics to be covered in the class include: Working with many types of people, Business Plans, Property titles, Leases and Legal issues, Financial Statements, Retirement & Estate Planning, Spreadsheets, Marketing, Insurance, How to use Financial Statements, and much more.
    Missouri Department of Agriculture Seed lab
  • 6:30 PM   MU Extension NE Region Program Showcase
    • North Shelby School on Highway 15 between Shelbyville and Bethel, MO
  • 6:30 PM   Master Gardener Training - Webster County
    • The Master Gardener program provides in depth horticultural training to individuals throughout Missouri and who then 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. Through activities such as workshops, speakers bureaus, garden show booths and demonstration projects, Master Gardeners provide gardening information to thousands of Missourians each year.
    Webster County Extension Center
  • 6:30 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 126
    • ECD 126--Child Health, Safety and Nutrition--Emphasizes health and safety with child care. Topics include equipment and environmental safety, adequate nutrition, disease prevention and space regulations.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 6:30 PM   Master Gardener Training -- Christian County
    • There are 10 Master Gardener training classes plus an orientation. The topics range from Integrated Pest Management to Home Fruit Production.
    St. John's Clinic - Nixa
  • 6:30 PM   Artist INC. Program
    • Class dates/times in series: Class dates/times in series: Day 1: September 21st (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 2: September 28th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 3: October 5th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 4: October 12th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 5: October 19th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 6: October 26th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 7: November 2nd (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Day 8: November 9th (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) (must attend all sessions to complete training). In Artist, INC you will look at all aspects of the business end of an artist’s career including strategic planning, marketing, recording keeping , budgeting, taxes, legal issues including , writing for promotion, grants writing, obtaining bank financing and arts marketing technology. This program is fast-paced and energizing, using guest speakers, and small group breakout activities. Program is designed for artists of all disciplines including visual arts, music, theatre, writing, dance and film.
    Upon entering the building, take a left and then an immediate right down the yellow hallway. The class will be held in room 114 on the left side past the restrooms.
  • 6:30 PM   Lucky Charms 4-H Club
    • The Lucky Charms 4-H Club meets on the second Monday of the month at the Shelby County Extension Center. For more information, please contact Carol Werr at 573-633-2144 or Kathy Jackson at 660-284-6635
  • 7:00 PM   Lewis Co. 4-H Council
    • The Lewis Co. 4-H Council meets every other month beginning in October at 7:00 pm at the Extension Office in Monticello, Missouri.
    The Lewis County 4-H Council will meet at the Extension Office in Monticello. The address is 104 E. Jefferson St.
  • 7:00 PM   Leonard Caring Clovers 4-H Club
    • The Leonard Caring Clovers 4-H Club meets the second Monday of the month at Bubbas Cafe. For more information, please contact Renee Miles at 660-762-4203 or Leslie Echternacht at 660-762-4689
    Tuesday, October 13
  • 8:00 AM   2009 Youth EXCEL
    • Camdenton Middle School
  • 8:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--CRJC129
    • CRJC 129--Fundamentals of Search and Seizure--A study of state and federal laws and cort decisions that govern search and seizure.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 8:00 AM   Marketing Facts For Cole County & How To Use Them
    • This two hour program will review key marketing facts for Cole County. Using data drawn from both public and private sources information addressing basic demographic measures such as population, traffic/commuting patterns, and general business will be reviewed. Retail, household items, automotive, and recreational sales data is part of the presentation. Where to find this information, how to use it and the distinction between a market and marketing is also part of the agenda.
    Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce
  • 8:00 AM   Leadership Camden County
    • Leadership Camden County is targeted at community members interested in enchancing their leadership & teambuilding skills. The program provides an extensive overview of what is going on in the county -- opportunities and challenges, and provides and excellent networking forum for participants.
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   Fad Diet Products: Hoodia Products
    • Many weight loss products that are popular today have hoodia as an ingredient -- what is it and how does it affect weight gain? The safety and use of such products will be explored
    First Baptist Church annex education building
  • 9:00 AM   Chronic Disease Self Management Course - Platte Woods
    • Living healthy With Chronic Conditions is a program to assist participants in maintaining quality of life when faced with certain medical conditions.
    Platte Woods United Methodist Church - Room 216
  • 9:00 AM   Step Up to Leadership!
    • Through 12 sessions, Step-Up to Leadership! • Presents content learning about specific topics a novice board member will need to know • Provides a learning environment where participants can develop self-awareness and enhance their understanding about human nature and relationships. • Builds capacity of community-minded people wanting to make a difference; willing to assume the responsibilities of board membership; seeking understanding about group processes and the complexities of collaboration; and are ready to take on the challenge of leadership. The program was developed collaboratively and piloted with the Missouri Community Action Agencies. It is also being used by the CAAs to train board members and develop local leaders for community action.
    North East Community Action Corporation
  • 9:00 AM   Reeds Spring TCRC Ethical Issues in Healthcare
    • An interactive discussion of several topics in the ethics of health care and health care delivery. Topics will include: informed consent and refusal, advance directives (living wills and durable powers of attorney for health care), privacy and confidentiality, allocation of scarce resources, genetics issues, reproductive issues (including overzealous in vitro fertilization), and the right to health care. (8 weeks), William B. Bondeson, MU Curators professor of philosophy.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 9:00 AM   FastTrac® NewVenture™ for Dislocated Workers--Session 6
    • Class dates/times in series: Day 1: October 13th (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Day 2: October 20th (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Day 3: October 27th (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Day 4: November 3rd (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Day 5: November 10th (9:00 am - 2:00 pm) (must attend all sessions to complete training ) In FastTrac® NewVenture TM, a program of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation of Kansas City, you will look at all aspects of your proposed company, exploring the feasibility of your business concept and learning how to develop a viable business plan. Participants will learn about start-up issues and learn to address the competition, legal matters, marketing and financial management aspects. FastTrac® participants don't just learn about business, they work on their own business endeavors throughout the course. This program is fast-paced and energizing, using guest speakers and lots of group breakout activities.
    Upon entering the building, take a left and then an immediate right down the yellow hallway. The class will be held in room 114 on the left side past the restrooms.
  • 9:30 AM   Mexico TCRC Computer Courses
    • Mexico TCRC
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--BLAW 221
    • BLAW 221--Legal & Ethical Environment Business--A presentation of the basic principles of law as they apply to business. Emphasizes the background of law and the moral and ethical issues created when the law is applied in society, crime, torts, contracts, personal property, consumer protection and environmental, constitutional and international law.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses ADJU 213
    • Court Procedures--A sruvey of relationships, official and unofficial between police agencies, the court and prosecuting officials. It includes the methods and techniques used by these agencies. The student will cover the functions and procedures of the courts with some emphisis on Missouri jurisprudence.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 10:30 AM   Reeds Spring TCRC Estate Planning: What You Need to Know—and a Whole Lot More
    • The class will provide participants with up-to-date, comprehensive information for creating and managing their estates. Attendees will receive easy-to-understand and straightforward information for organizing their estate plans, and materials provided. The following topics will be discussed: Preparing to plan: things to consider before setting up your estate plan, Non-probate transfers, All about wills, All about trusts, Other estate plan documents: durable power of attorney—health care directive, general power of attorney, Basics of the probate process, Advanced estate planning documents, questions and answers (6 sessions), Christopher L. Kespohl, JD, MBA, was born and raised in Columbia. He is a graduate of Hickman High School; Westminster College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration; and MU where he received law and masters’ degrees.
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • 10 week program for adults 50 and over
    BCMH Education Center
  • 11:00 AM   KKOZ Radio Program Fall 2009
  • 11:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ADJU 233
    • ADJU 233--Criminal Invesitation--Introduction to the theory, history and techniques of criminal investigation. Includes crime scene investigation, techniques of interviewing, basic leads and suspect development and case preparation. The course covers procedures for investigation from the crime scene to the courtroom with emphasis on techniques appropriate to specific crimes.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 11:30 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-St. Louis County Government
    • The Advanced Stay Strong Stay Healthy (ASSSH) program was developed in 2009 by a team of MU Extension specialists who wanted to meet the increasing need for a follow-up program to the 10-week Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program. The goal of the program is to build on the fitness base acquired from SSSH by adding new and more complex exercises. The neuromuscular system quickly adapts to stressors and loads, and must be challenged differently for gains in strength, flexibility and balance to continue. Therefore, it is necessary to alter the exercise routine regularly. ASSSH is designed to challenge older adults in new and different ways, to help avoid staleness and plateaus, and to improve activities of daily living.
    Police Headquarters Building CAPS Room
  • 12:00 PM   Harvest Outlook
    • University of Missouri Extension of Shelby County will offer a free Ag Marketing web conference at the University of Missouri Shelby County Extension Center on October 13 from noon to 1:30pm. Economists Ron Plain and Melvin Brees, along with State Climatologist Pat Guinan, will discuss fundamental analysis of cattle, hogs, corn, soybeans, wheat, and diary. Current agriculture policy issues and weather will also be discussed.
    University of Missouri Shelby County Extension Center, North of the Shelby County Courthouse in Shelbyville, MO.
  • 12:30 PM   Agri-Tourism Celebration
    • This one-day event will feature speakers and panels on issues of interest to current and potential agritourism operators, as well as members of the general public interested in learning more about agritourism opportunities in the Southeast quadrant of Missouri. A delicious seasonal dinner prepared from local foods will be served. There will also be an optional tour of three different types of agri-tourism operations, including one well-established operation and one new start-up.
    Show-Me Center
  • 1:00 PM   FastTrac - Planning & Growing a Business Venture
    • The series is from the Kaufmann Foundation course on entrepreneurship entitled Growth Venture. This course designed for existing businesses, provides tips to help business owners and managers to examine the structure of the business and to build and strengthen its competitive advantage. The course will assist the business owner or manager in focusing in on the corporate vision and developing strategies to move the business to the next-stage while determining what opportunities exist for growth.
    Federal Building Second Floor Conference Room
  • 1:00 PM   Reeds Spring TCRC POST Approved Continuing Education Training
    • Offered by The Law Enforcement Training Institute, University of Missouri Extension, Topics: 9/15/09 Cultural Diversity (I.P.), 9/29/09 Report Writing (S.D.), 10/13/09 Racial Profiling (I.P.), 10/27/09 Search & Seizure (L.S.), 11/10/09 Interview & Interrogation (I.P.), 11/24/09 Statutory Law Update (L.S.), 12/8/009 Testimony & Demeanor (T.S.), 12/22/09 Communication Skills (I.P.).
    Located in the south wing of Reeds Spring High School on Hwy 413 in Reeds Spring.
  • 1:30 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks
    • October 13 (Tuesday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 1) October 15 (Thursday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 2) Learn how to use this popular Windows based computerized bookkeeping package that provides accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory functions. The participants will receive an overview of the QuickBooks Centers to gain an understanding of how the program processes information. Procedures to properly account for your business transactions and construct your own business financial reports will also be covered.
    Plaster Hall Room 320, MSSU
  • 2:00 PM   Living Healthy w/Chronic Conditions
    • People with chronic health conditions face challenges every daydealing with their medical condition and completing simple everyday tasks most people take for granted. This course will teach ways to deal with chronic conditions and deal with the frustration, pain, and stress caused by chronic illnesses.
    Cross Trails Medical Center
  • 2:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy in Dade County
    • One of the best ways to keep your body and mind functioning at its best is to exercise. Regular exercise improves physical, emotional and mental health. Participation in regular strengthening exercises will help you to build muscle and increase bone density. This helps to prevent frailty and osteoporosis. These types of exercises are easy to learn, safe, and effective. People benefit from strength training in many ways. Some benefits people experience include arthritis relief, improved balance, enhanced flexibility, weight control, stress reduction, decreased depression, reduction in risk for heart disease and help with maintenance of healthy blood sugar levels. The great thing about the Stay Strong Stay Healthy exercises is that most people can do them. They are great if you are 29 or 89 years old. You change the amount of weights you use to make it work for your individual needs. Many people report they can tell they have increased strength or flexibility after just three weeks of doing the exercises. The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program will be offered at St. Patrick’s Church, located a half a mile north on Route H, Greenfield. Classes will be held on Tuesday afternoons, September 29 thru December 8 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Class will not be held on October 6. The classes will be taught by Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist for University of Missouri Extension. The minimum number of participants is 15. Registration is due by Sept. 23, 2009. Cost of registration is $25. Please call the Dade County Extension office at 417-637-2112 for more information or to receive a registration form.
    St. Patrick Church, 51 Route H, Greenfield.
  • 3:30 PM   Missouri Master Naturalist - Level 1 Training
    • A training program to help you discover the natural Missouri by developing your skills as a naturalist, resource scientist, botanist educator or recreations specialist. You'll gain a wealth of natural science information in classes given by some of Missouri's finest biologists and build new friendships with others who share a love of Missouri's outdoors.
    Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center
  • 3:30 PM   2nd Annual Southwest Missouri Beef Conference and Trade Show
    • The theme for the evening will be “Management is the Key to Success in Tough Times.” In addition to a trade show, the following presentations will be given: “Management Strategies Affecting Calf Marketability," "Managing Price Risk in Cow-calf Operations," “Agriculture Under Attack," “Nutrition & Management of Weaning Calves" and “How Cap & Trade May Affect Beef Producers.” This conference is not just for Polk County residents. Anyone in southwest Missouri that’s interested in actually making money in the cattle business is welcome to attend.
    Bolivar High School
  • 4:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Washington Elementary School (Sedalia, MO)
    • The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) Program is for middle-aged and older adults who want to improve quality of life and stay active. Instructors have been trained by University of Missouri fitness staff to lead this program. These exercises are easy to learn, safe and effective. Program exercises are low-impact and can be done seated or standing. This program is NOT for people who regularly exercise or are experienced in strength training. Over ten weeks you will increase your strength and improve your balance. After the ten weeks are over you can continue the simple strength training program with a group at your center. Weights will be available on site and trained staff and volunteers will help you learn and do these exercises safely. Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Sessions include: Warm-up exercises, simple strengthening exercises (done with or without weights), cool down stretches, and nutrition education.
    Washington Elementary School - Gymnasium
  • 4:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Jonesburg
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance 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.
    Jonesburg Elementary School
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 237
    • ECD 237--Early Childhood Development Lab--Focuses on learning styles and age-appropriate activities for infants and preschool age groups. Covers environmental requirements and activities to encourage positive development. Lab includes 8 weeks observation
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 110
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids - Pulaski
    • The purpose of Focus on Kids is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after separation and divorce.
    Pulaski County Courthouse
  • 6:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance 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.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks Pro
    • QuickBooks is small business financial software which creates invoices, pay bills, and track expenses all in one place. Reporting shows you where you can increase efficiencies. Start in minutes, save hours.Easy to set up, learn, & use: no accounting knowledge needed. Be ready at tax time with complete & accurate records.
    Nevada TeleCenter
  • 6:00 PM   FastTrac - New Venture
    • FastTrac New Venture is a program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs. Sessions are led by experienced facilitators and business coached who make entrepreneurship come alive by sharing real-world expertise, practical tips and success stories. Expert guest speakers from the smaill business community are contributors to the program. The goal of FastTrac New Venture is to help you determine whether your business idea has a market, can make a profit and can provide the money you need. You will build your business plan one section at a time by conducting research and answering questions for each action step. Fee: $259 - includes all materials.
    Osher Lifelong Learning Center Training Room 1, Room 129
  • 6:00 PM   Building an Investor - Ready Technology Company
    • Join us for four evenings in October to discuss a variety of topics related to business creation and development of a high-technology company.
    Osher Lifelong Learning Center Training room 2, Room128
  • 6:00 PM   The Basics to Writing a Business Plan
    • Preparing a business plan is one of the most daunting tasks in starting and running a successful business. It could also be the most critical task! Our seminar will explain the fundamentals everyone needs to know before “putting pen to paper.” Attending this seminar will reduce your frustration and save you time and ultimately money. This program is for current and future business owners and focuses on understanding the key components of a business plan. It will also provide guidelines for style, appearance to help create a professional look for your business plan, and other tools and assistance in business planning. Enroll in both this class and Starting A Small Business – The First Steps and receive a $10 discount.
    Cole County Extension Center
  • 6:00 PM   Serv Safe
    • An opportunity for anyone in Marion County that needs to have food safety training. This nationally regonized course is required by local county ordinance for foodserive workers.
    Hannibal Career and Technical Center
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to Quick Books for Farms and Agribusinesses
    • Class will take place in the business computer lab room 102
  • 6:00 PM   Missouri Woodland Steward
    • Four evening sessions will introduce you to basic forest and wildlife management practices, help you begin to develop a plan and introduce you to local natural resource professionals in your area. A Saturday visit to a nearby woodland will reinforce the classroom sessions.
    Ellington Courthouse
  • 6:00 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks Pro
    • A two-session, six-hour, hands-on-learning workshop that will help you make better financial decisions. Participants, using a computer, learn the flow of information through the QuickBooks program, how to enter data and how to create reports in the areas of tracking cash flow, accounts payable/receivable, payroll and inventory.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
  • 6:30 PM   How to Control Cash Flow
    • Salem TCRC
  • 6:30 PM   Henry County Clover Kids
    • This is Henry County 4-H's Clover Kids Only club! Clover Kids if for youth ages 5 to 7. For information about joining please contact Christy Hicks at 660.885.5556.
    Basement of the Herny County Courthouse.
  • 6:30 PM   Master Gardener Course - Lake Area
    • Gardening is the most popular hobby in the U.S. There is a growing awareness both among the general public and health professionals of the importance of plants to the physical and psychological well being of people. In addition to aesthetically improving the environment around the home, planting of turf, trees, shrubs, perennials and flowers reduces energy costs, provides exercise and a sense of accomplishment and adds value to the home. Fresh fruits and vegetables produced in home gardens are a healthy supplement to the diets of many Missourians. Gardening also fulfils a need on the part of people several generations removed from the farm to work with the soil.
    Central Bank of Lake Ozark, branch bank at top of HH
  • 6:30 PM   Starting and Managing a Business
    • Series of 4 classes/learning the basics of starting and managing a business in Missouri in this course designed for those who are thinking about starting a business, have made the choice to start a business, or have been in business less than two years.
    UMSL-JC Penney Conference Center
  • 7:00 PM   ESMYC Monthly Board Meetings
    • The Earnest Shepherd Board of Directors meet the second Tuesday of each month to review activities and budget at the Center. Committee reports are also discussed.
    Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
  • 7:00 PM   Knox County 4-H Council
    • Bi-monthly meeting of the Knox County 4-H Council
    Knox County University of Missouri Extension Center
  • 7:00 PM   Childcare Core Competencies
    • Fall 2009 Child Day Care Provider Training
    Scenic Regional Library
  • 7:00 PM   English Language Learners (ELL)
    • Teaching English to Non-English Speakers
  • 7:30 PM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • Builds on the fitness base acquired through the basic Stay Stong, Stay Health program by adding new, more conplex upper and lower body strength-training exercise, core exercises, balance movements and 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.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
    Wednesday, October 14
  • 8:00 AM   Postponing Sexual Involvement
    • The Postponing Sexual Involvement Program is an abstinence-only curricula facilitated by Teen Leaders to eighth graders. The five sessions focus on refusal skills, peer pressure, benefits of waiting to have sex, and relationships.
    Nell Holcomb Elementary School Classroom
  • 8:00 AM   QuickBooks for Your Business
    • This powerful accounting system for businesses will enable you to track the progress of your company and at the same time allow you to focus on your business, not on being an accountant. QuickBooks® is a tool you can use to automate the tasks you will need to perform as a business owner to document and track the accounting activity of your existing business, or to set up a new business. This course will provide an opportunity for hands-on practice.
    Missouri States Meyer Library (Room 205)
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 8:00 AM   Small Business Academy
    • “Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there” – Will Rogers. Want to grow your business but not sure how to do it? Or, is your business growing so fast you can’t keep up with it? If creating or managing growth is a challenge for you and your business, then the Jefferson City Small Business Academy is for you. A partnership between the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce and Extension’s Small Business Technology & Development Center (SBTDC), the Academy provides you the opportunity to work on your business rather than working in your business. What is in it for you? The academy focuses on growth and preparing for that growth through a structured curriculum that provides practical advice, real-world techniques, & opportunities for coaching and access to new resources. The Small Business Academy uses a world-class curriculum developed by the Kaufman Foundation of Kansas City. The 32 hour curriculum is provided in easy to digest 10 3-hour events plus a 2 hour introductory session. You will be with fellow entrepreneurs facing the same challenges. The curriculum is a mix of lecture, exercises, guest speakers and networking. At the conclusion of the Academy you will have created a growth plan for your business. You will also have access to the full range of SBTDC services, which includes market research, business plan assistance, financial reviews, access to government contracting help to name a few. Fee is for all 11 sessions.
    213 Adams Street
  • 8:30 AM   Leadership Challenge Workshop
    • This seminar is for current and emerging team leaders, managers, consultants, entrepreneurs and executives. The worksho will cover the five practices of exemplary leadership: modeling the way; inspiring a shared vision; challenging the process; enabling others to act; encouraging the heart. The complete TLC workshop package includes feedback from self and 10 direct reports, supervisors, and co-workers. Also, all workshop materials including, The Leadership Challenge Workbook, value cards and lunch.
    University of Central Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   Intermediate Word Processing
    • Working with sections, more on tables, styles, using headers and footers, using graphics, and introducing templates. 6-hour class.
    Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
  • 9:00 AM   Building Strong Families - Pemiscot County DAEOC office
    • The Building Strong Families: Challenges and Choices program helps families build strengths, face challenges, and make choices.
    Sessions are held at the DAEOC office in Hayti, MO 573-333-1030
  • 9:30 AM   Senior Enrichment: Israel
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Platte County Senior Center
    • Missouri’s Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program is designed to increase aging adults’ access to a safe, structured, and effective strength training program. Over the 10 weeks, participants learn exercises to improve their strength, flexibility and balance. At each session, a prescribed set of 8 upper and lower body strengthening exercises are done along with warm-up and cool-down stretches. Participants are made to feel comfortable regardless of their current fitness level so they can safely participate and gradually build the strength beneficial to health.
    Platte County Senior Center
  • 9:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30am-10:30am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 10:30 AM   Character Critters-Weaubleau
    • Character Critters is a Character Education program for pre-school and kindergarten students. Each month the students will hear a story with a different animal critter as the star. Students will receive an activity sheet to take home and do with their parents so the parents can re-enforce the character trait with their child.
    Weaubleau Elementary School-Pre-School and Kindergarten
  • 10:45 AM   Senior Enrichment: Chapel Choirs
  • 10:45 AM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • This class begins August 24th and continues on twice a week for 10 weeks on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:45am-11:45am in the Community Room of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
    This class will be held in the basement (Community Room) of the Pulaski County Courthouse.
  • 11:00 AM   Tech Tools Lunch 'n Learn--Session 3: Fundamentals of Web Design
    • This informative Tech Tools Lunch 'n Learn series will assist you in putting your business on the cutting edge. Learn the tips and tools to bring your business into the technology age by arming yourself with the terminology and understanding of how the online world can work for you. Modules are $35.00 each or you may attend the whole series at a discounted rate of $175.00. *Lunch provided at all sessions.
    Our bldg is located across the street from The Discovery Center between Volker & 47th St. Parking available in the lot behind the building. Upon entering the front entrance of the building, take a left and then an immediate right down the yellow hallway. The class will be held in room 114 on the left side of the hall past the restrooms.
  • 11:00 AM   Relatives As Parents--Grandfamily Support Group
    • The Northland Grandfamily Task Force is comprised of several agencies and organizations concerned about the issues confronted by "grandfamilies" (relatives as parents). One of the programs sponsored by the task force is a support group which meets 3 times a month.
    North Cross United Methodist Church
  • 11:15 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
  • 1:00 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--AGRI 130
    • AGRI 130-Animal Science--An overview of the livestock industry. Specific topics include terminology, breed identification, conformation, digestive systems and diseases of beef, swine, sheep and horses.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 1:30 PM   Leadership Training Workshop: Module 2 How Can I Discipline Employees Effectively?
    • Payment in advance: $55, (Entire series: $135) Develop positive reinforcement techniques to improve employee satisfaction and commitment to organizational goals. Learn appropriate use of punishment and its limitations. Maintain positive leadership in all situations. Discuss patterns of reinforcement that directly improve employee retention. Paula Hartzell, M.D., P.C. will teach this workshop.
    Plaster Hall Room 102, MSSU
  • 1:30 PM   Selling to the Government - PTAC
    • The government buys EVERYTHING! Small business owners need to know how to effectively compete in the government contract business to increase their client base and sales. This seminar offers attendees an understanding of the government contractual business and how to qualify and compete for this type of business.
    Truman Education Center, Bldg 499 Room 19
  • 1:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 1:30 PM   Family Nutrition Program - MARKETING FNEP
    • FNEP is nutrition education for individuals and families. Nutrition educators meet participants in homes, schools, and at agencies. Children learn all this and more: Trying new foods is fun! Healthy food from the start, comfort food for life; Physical activity is fun; do what you like best; Food safety means better health; Health means lots of energy to play and learn
    Campbell R-2 elementary
  • 1:30 PM   Safeguard Your Savings
    • This Safeguard Your Savings program will focus on the basics of saving and investing, and investment fraud.
    Barry Lawrence Regional Library
  • 2:00 PM   The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
    • This three-hour offering is for current and future business owners and entrepreneurs who have little or no knowledge of writing a business plan. "The Basics of Writing a Business Plan" is designed for business owners and managers who need to know how to create a business plan for their organization so the plan can be a useful management tool. During this course, participants will learn the importance of business plans, the key required elements of a basic plan and data that must be included. Participants will also get tips on writing style to make the business plan easier to understand and more professional in appearance. Participants will leave this session with a greater understanding of what their business plan should look like and how to get started writing one. It will also provide guidelines for style and appearance to help create a professional look for your business plan. Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. Youll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.
    Clay County Courthouse Annex Bldg
  • 2:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - fall 2009
    • Quail's Nest Hotel
  • 3:00 PM   Bi-lingual Intergenerational Fitness
    • Posada del Sol
  • 3:00 PM   Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -- Henry County
    • Advanced Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is 20 classes over 10 weeks strength training program for adults 60 years and older, who have completed two sessions of Stay Strong, Stay Healthy and are currently lifting weights. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. The program incorporates warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises, and cool down stretches. Over the ten weeks participants learn exercises to improve strength and balance. The class meets twice weekly and all equipment is provided.
    Clinton Housing Authority Community room
  • 4:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Chillicothe
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a ten week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Grand River Multi Purpose Center (Senior Center)
  • 5:05 PM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ECD 202
    • ECD 202--Survey of Early Childhood Development and Education. This course is designed to introduce the student to the roles and responsibilities of early childhood development. It gives an overall view of what early chilhood education is along with the history of the profession. Theories and foundations of both curriculum development and practice are discussed and related to infant and toddler, preschool and primary grade program devilopment. Includes observation for theoretical application to practice.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 5:30 PM   CANCELLED-Exploring Entrepreneurship Start-Up Class
    • A start-up session for those interested in starting a business and wanting answers/information for general business issues.
    W1004 Lafferre Hall, College of Engineering, University of Missouri, Stewart Road and Sixth Street
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids - Henry County
    • Henry County Focus on Kids Class. A court-mandated class offered monthly. Video-based, 2.5 hour class. Fee is $35.00. Call 660-885-5556 for details and to sign up. Registrations due one week before the class date.
    Call 660-885-5556 for details and to pre-register.
  • 5:30 PM   Focus on Kids
    • Parent Education Class for divoring parents
    Butler Public Library
  • 5:30 PM   Starting a Business: The First Steps
    • This three-hour offering will provide you with an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. It is designed specifically for those who are thinking about a new business venture. Participants will assess their strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory requirements and identify sources of funding. Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. You'll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.
    Clay County Courthouse Annex Bldg
  • 6:00 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Ridgeway, Aug-Oct, 2009
    • Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is a six week strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The program’s goal is to improve health and quality of life. We will incorporate warm-up exercises; simple strengthening exercises, with or without weights; and cool down stretches. Weights are provided for the class. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water bottle and towel.
    Ridgeway Lion's Club
  • 6:00 PM   Master Gardener - Level 1 Class
    • Master Gardeners love gardening and have gardening experience. They help find environmentally sound gardening and landscape solutions and answer questions about home horticulture. Level 1 classes teach a wide variety of practical gardening skills.
    All classes will be from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Audrain 4-H Center (One-mile south of Mexico on Rte. D past Country Hearth Hotel)Audrain 4-H Fairgrounds
  • 6:00 PM   2009 Gasconade County 4-H Awards & Recognition Event
    • The 4-H Recognition and Awards Program provides appropriate recognition to meet the individualized needs of all 4-H youth. Recognition is a significant incentive to further learning. Recognition properly designed and used can inspire youth to continue participating and learning. The 4-H model for recognition provides a balanced approach that encourages a variety of forms of recognition to meet the diverse needs and interests of today's youth.
    Hermann Middle School Cafeteria
  • 6:00 PM   Focus on Kids - St. Charles
    • Focus on Kids, developed by the University of Missouri, is a court-approved educational program for parents with minor children, who are seeking divorce, legal separation, motion to modify, annulment or paternity. The educational session will increase awareness of the effects marriage dissolution and/or custody has on children.
    St. Charles County Extension Center
  • 6:30 PM   Grow Your Farm
    • An educational program designed to train and support those who want a successful farming enterprise. For prospective farmers, beginners with limited experience, and farmers who want to make a "new beginning". All 9 sessions will be taught by sucessful farmers and industry specialists.
    Schlafly Bottleworks
  • 6:30 PM   Taking Care of All of YOU: Dealing with Life's Stress
    • An 8-session program series that offers practical, effective strategies and experiences to help you better deal with the challenges in your life. Managing life's demands in a healthy way allows you to take better care of yourself and to improve your overall health. The classes meet weekly for one hour.
    Boone County University of Missouri Extension Center
  • 6:30 PM   Dining with Diabetes
    • Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes (Dining With Diabetes) is a four-session series that provides people with type 2 diabetes, their family and friends, with tools for the self-management of diabetes. The series focuses on nutrition, the cornerstone of diabetes management, but also reviews other self-management strategies that can help individuals avoid diabetes complications. Food demonstrations and tasting are included
    Union City Auditorium
  • 6:30 PM   Nodaway County Extension Council Meeting
    • The Nodaway County Extension Council meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 pm.
    Nodaway County Extension Center Meeting Room, Located in the Nodaway County Administration Center.
  • 7:00 PM   Taking Care of All of You
    • An eight-session program that offers practical, effective strategies and experiences to help you better deal with the challenges in your life. Managing life's demands in a healthy way allows you to take better care of yourself and to improve your overall health. Class meets each week for one hour and includes small group discussion, self-reflection and activities.
    University of Missouri Extension
  • 7:00 PM   Gasconade County Extension Council Meetings 2009-2010
    • The Gasconade County Extension Council - comprised of elected and appointed citizens — guides local educational programming. Council members meet monthly in order to: Work with regional specialists to provide the county educational program Manage finances of local extension operations Provide personnel to carry out extension activities Elect and organize the local extension council.
    Hermann Middle School
  • 7:00 PM   Pleasant Grove 4-H Club
    • The Pleasant Grove 4-H Club usually meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month, at the Centenary Church, north of Canton, off of Hwy 81. For more information contact either the Lewis County Extension Office at 573/767-5273 or Don Nicholson, 4-H Youth Development Specialist, at 573/769-2177.
  • 7:00 PM   Ten Mile 4-H Club
    • The Ten Mile 4-H Club usually meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month, at the Ten Mile Grange Hall, southwest of Canton,MO. For more information contact either the Lewis County Extension Office at 573/767-5273 or Don Nicholson, 4-H Youth Development Specialist, at 573/769-2177.
  • 7:00 PM   Pleasant Day 4-H Club
    • Sentenary Church
  • 7:30 PM   Lamar Fair LIvestock mtg.
    • Lamar Fair Livestock mtg.
    Lamar Vo-Tech school
    Thursday, October 15
  • 8:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--CRJC129
    • CRJC 129--Fundamentals of Search and Seizure--A study of state and federal laws and cort decisions that govern search and seizure.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 8:00 AM   Postponing Sexual Involvement-Jackson
    • The Postponing Sexual Involvement an abstinence-only program is a 5 session peer education model taught by Teen Leaders.
    Jackson Junior High School
  • 8:00 AM   QuickBooks for Your Business
    • This powerful accounting system for businesses will enable you to track the progress of your company and at the same time allow you to focus on your business, not on being an accountant. QuickBooks® is a tool you can use to automate the tasks you will need to perform as a business owner to document and track the accounting activity of your existing business, or to set up a new business. This course will provide an opportunity for hands-on practice.
    Missouri States Meyer Library (Room 205)
  • 8:00 AM   Silver Threads News Letter
    • Regional Newsletter for elderly adults
    WEst Central and Southwest Missouri
  • 8:30 AM   Finance - Other
    • This Profit Mastery series addresses your role as a money manager. This series is to provide access to all the necessary parts to gain control. Most businesses fail due to not understanding financial statements, these problems are as follows. 1.)Failure to plan properly before start up. 2.) Failure to Monitor financial position. 3.) Failure to understand the relationship between price volume, and costs. 4.) Failure to manage cash flow. 5.) Failure to manage Growth, 6.) Failure to borrow properly. 7.) Failure to plan for transition.
    Federal Building
  • 8:30 AM   Finance - Other
    • Designed for business owners, managers, accountants, bankers and consultants who need to know how to better understand finacials and use them as a management tool. Learn how to make better, more informed decisioned based on financial knowledge
    Federal Building Hannibal Missouri, 801 Broadway, Hannibal Missouri
  • 8:30 AM   Leadership Challenge Workshop
    • This seminar is for current and emerging team leaders, managers, consultants, entrepreneurs and executives. The worksho will cover the five practices of exemplary leadership: modeling the way; inspiring a shared vision; challenging the process; enabling others to act; encouraging the heart. The complete TLC workshop package includes feedback from self and 10 direct reports, supervisors, and co-workers. Also, all workshop materials including, The Leadership Challenge Workbook, value cards and lunch.
    University of Central Missouri
  • 9:00 AM   2009 Rolla Regional Business Conference--STUDENT/FACULTY REGISTRATION
    • Come join us in networking with business leaders and learning how to improve your business through one of our many seminars. Our keynote speaker is Brad Jones from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Brad and many others will share their experiences and expertise during this day long educational and networking opportunity. Doors will open at 9:00 for a mid-morning snack and visiting with vendors. Sessions begin at 10:00 am.
    Missouri University of Science and Technology, Havener Center
  • 9:00 AM   2009 Rolla Regional Business Conference--CHAMBER MEMBER REGISTRATION
    • Come join us in networking with business leaders and learning how to improve your business through one of our many seminars. Our keynote speaker is Brad Jones from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Brad and many others will share their experiences and expertise during this day long educational and networking opportunity. Doors will open at 9:00 for a mid-morning snack and visiting with vendors. Sessions begin at 10:00 am.
    Missouri University of Science and Technology, Havener Center
  • 9:00 AM   2009 Rolla Regional Business Conference
    • Come join us in networking with business leaders and learning how to improve your business through one of our many seminars. Our keynote speaker is Brad Jones from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Brad and many others will share their experiences and expertise during this day long educational and networking opportunity. Doors will open at 9:00 for a mid-morning snack and visiting with vendors. Sessions begin at 10:00 am.
    Missouri University of Science and Technology, Havener Center
  • 9:30 AM   Introduction to Excel 2007
    • Getting started with the latest version of Excel. Working with formulas and functions, formatting a worksheet and working with charts.
    Mexico TCRC
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--BLAW 221
    • BLAW 221--Legal & Ethical Environment Business--A presentation of the basic principles of law as they apply to business. Emphasizes the background of law and the moral and ethical issues created when the law is applied in society, crime, torts, contracts, personal property, consumer protection and environmental, constitutional and international law.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 111
  • 9:30 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses ADJU 213
    • Court Procedures--A sruvey of relationships, official and unofficial between police agencies, the court and prosecuting officials. It includes the methods and techniques used by these agencies. The student will cover the functions and procedures of the courts with some emphisis on Missouri jurisprudence.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center room 113
  • 9:30 AM   Building Strong Families - Scott County DAEOC office
    • Buidling Strong Families Challenges and Choices program helps families build strengths, face challenges and make choices.
    Scott County DAEOC office in Sikeston
  • 10:00 AM   Strengthening Community Non-Profit Organizations
    • Nonprofit Organization Development, Education and Support
    N.E.I.L.S. offices
  • 10:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Union
    • A ten-week strengh training program to improve strength, flexiblity and balance in adults age 45 and older.
    Zion United Church of Christ 115 South Washington Avenue Union, Missouri 63084
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Pemiscot County
    • SSSH is modeled after the evidenced-based StrongWomen program developed by researchers at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science at Tufts University. While the original Tufts program includes only women, University of Missouri Extension has adapted the curriculum to include men.
    18th and Compress Road in Caruthersville, MO at the Lincoln University Extension Outreach office
  • 10:30 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
    • 10 week program for adults 50 and over
    BCMH Education Center
  • 11:00 AM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-St. Louis County Government Board of Elections Commissioners
    • A strength training program for middle-aged and older adults. The programs goal is to improve health and quality of life. Exercise sessions to improve strength and balance include warm-up exercises, strengthening exercises and cool-down stretches. An orientation and pre-assessment precede ten weeks of exercise sessions, and the program concludes with a post-assessment.
    Board of Elections Building
  • 11:00 AM   Portageville TCRC Credit Courses--ADJU 233
    • ADJU 233--Criminal Invesitation--Introduction to the theory, history and techniques of criminal investigation. Includes crime scene investigation, techniques of interviewing, basic leads and suspect development and case preparation. The course covers procedures for investigation from the crime scene to the courtroom with emphasis on techniques appropriate to specific crimes.
    Portageville TCRC at the Delta Center in room 113
  • 11:00 AM   Grazier Meeting at Kenoma Dairy on 10/15/09
    • Our next grazing discussion group workshop will be held on October 15, 2009 at Kenoma Dairy. Scott will provide a tour of his fescue and perennial ryegrass farm and discuss his feeding strategy for the year and what he plans to do next year for improvements on overall performance. Roundtable discussion will include: feed budgets for next year and your implementation plan; completed pregnancy check results; feeding levels before and during breeding; re-grassing of paddocks; planted winter annuals and; grub problems. Also, be thinking of what your projected costs of production are going to be this year, so we may learn from others on how they lowered costs in this low milk price year. Dress appropriately and bring a sack lunch if you wish. We will provide the drinks. We look forward in seeing you on October 15, 2009 at 11:00 am.
  • 11:30 AM   Small Business Leadership Series
    • Please plan to join us for these special sessions on a variety of topics of critical importance to small business. Here is the lineup for the next series: Thursday, July 16, "Using Technology in Your Business"; Thursday, October 15, "Tips for Tax Planning"; Thursday, January 21, "Retirement and Succession Planning", and Thursday, April 8, "Understanding Cash Flow". All sessions are held at the Columbia Country Club and include either a breakfast or lunch buffet.
    Columbia Country Club
  • 12:00 PM   2009 Rolla Regional Business Conference--LUNCH/KEYNOTE ADDRESS ONLY
    • Come join us for lunch at the 2009 Rolla Regional Business Conference. Our keynote speaker is Brad Jones from the National Federation of Independent Businesses.
    Missouri University of Science and Technology, Havener Center
  • 1:00 PM   Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps
    • 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: Donna Leonard
    4747 Troost Bldg, Room 222 (iStrategy Studio)
  • 1:00 PM   Understanding Financial Statements
    • The first in a series of four financial management programs for those with little-to-no financial training, this course is designed for anyone needing to understand financial statements and how to use them to make better business decisions. Topics include identifying key information on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, how to use common-size statements, as well as calculating, understanding and using basic financial ratios. $60 for each individual program, sign up for all four for $200, a $40 savings. You bring a pencil; we’ll provide the calculator
    Cole County Extension Center
  • 1:00 PM   HR for Small Businesses: Avoiding the Landmines
    • In HR for Small Business we will teach you how to avoid common landmines that could sabotage your success as a small business owner. This course will cover topics like Ethics & Liability Management, Recruitment & Selection, Compensation, Managing Benefits & Payroll and Government Compliance. As part of the curriculum, you will assess hypothetical situations to view potential pitfalls within your organization. This course will give you the power tools to learn how to dodge problems before they start.
    Our bldg is located across the street from The Discovery Center between Volker & 47th St. Parking available in the lot behind the building. Upon entering the front entrance of the building, take a left and then an immediate right down the yellow hallway. The class will be held in room 114 on the left side of the hall past the restrooms.
  • 1:00 PM   SSSH--Fall 2009 Mtn. Grove
    • Class designed for adults to utilize weight lifting exercises to build muscle and bone strength.
  • 1:30 PM   Introduction to QuickBooks
    • October 13 (Tuesday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 1) October 15 (Thursday), 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (part 2) Learn how to use this popular Windows based computerized bookkeeping package that provides accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory functions. The participants will receive an overview of the QuickBooks Centers to gain an understanding of how the program processes information. Procedures to properly account for your business transactions and construct your own business financial reports will also be covered.
    Plaster Hall Room 320, MSSU
  • 1:30 PM   Health for Every Body
    • Scotland County Community Action Agency
  • 2:30 PM   Master Gardener Training
    • Master Gardener Level I Training
    Burr Oaks
  • 3:00 PM   Creating Environments for Postive Youth Development
    • 4-H Aftershool in Golden City, MO.
    Hylton Library
  • 3:00 PM   Focus on Kids: 43rd/3rd Circuit
    • 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.
    United Methodist Church
  • 4:30 PM   Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Washington Elementary School (Sedalia, MO)
    • The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) Program is for middle-aged and older adults who want to improve quality of life and stay active. Instructors have been trained by University of Missouri fitness staff to lead this program. These exercises are easy to learn, safe and effective. Program exercises are low-impact and can be done seated or standing. This program is NOT for people who regularly exercise or are experienced in strength training. Over ten weeks you will increase your strength and improve your balance. After the ten weeks are over you can continue the simple strength training program with a group at your center. Weights will be available on site and trained staff and volunteers will help you learn and do these exercises safely. Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Sessio