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Sunday, November 22
	6:00 PM 4-H Members & Leaders Recognition Share-the-Fun Event
	Perry County
Monday, November 23
	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
	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
	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
	1:00 PM Basic Parenting
	This class will be held in the training room on the 1st floor of the Pulaski County Courthouse
	1:00 PM Windows XP Movie Maker
	Learn how to use Movie Maker to capture audio, video, and still pictures for use in movies. Adding titles, video transitions and sharing movies: recording to a CD or DVD, 3-hour class. Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
	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)
	4:30 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 Mercer County Extension Council January 2009-December 2009
	Monthly Council Meeting; 4th Monday of each month Hal England Princeton, MO
	6:00 PM ~~Annie's Project I - Atlanta School in 2009~~
	6-week program to teach farm women basics of risk and farm management issues. Topics include estate and retirement planning, marketing, insurance, farm finances, legal issues such as farm leases and communication. Program is designed for widows, farm wives, female landowners and anyone interested in learning more about the farm business. Atlanta C-3 School
	6:00 PM ~~Time Strategies for Busy People~~
	A three session class for anyone wanting more control of their time, their life, and their business. Here is what you can expect to receive in this class: Extensive class materials, your own personal "Decision Making" profile assessment and analysis, unlimited access to Pat Gruber's coaching by phone or email during the class sessions, opportunities to network with class participants and a written, personalized action plan for implementing the new skills learned. Osher Lifelong Learning 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 Soils Program - Stargazer Garden Club (Marshfield)
	This program will cover soils, plant nutrition and soil sampling. Garst Library
	7:00 PM Johnson County Extension Council Meeting
	Regular monthly meeting of Johnson County Extension Council Extension Center
	7:00 PM Clark County 4-H Council
	The Clark County 4-H Council Meets the 4th Monday of January, March, May, July, September, & November. Upstairs Meeting Room
Tuesday, November 24
	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
	9:00 AM 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. Missouri State University, Business and Economic Development Center, 112 Glass Hall
	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
	9:30 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 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
	10:00 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 Loma Vista Church fellowship hall
	10:00 AM CDM--Gainesville
	Class designed to assist those with medical conditions develop/increase skills in managing their condition as well as communicating with their family/health care providers, handling stress, incorporating physical activity into their schedule and developing healthy eating plans.
	10:30 AM Grandparents Raising their Grandchildren Workshop/Support Group
	This workshop will be held in the meeting room of the Phelps County Extension Office, which is located in the Phelps County Courthouse.
	10:30 AM Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
	10 week program for adults 50 and over BCMH Education Center
	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 KKOZ Radio Program Fall 2009

	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 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.
	1:00 PM Photo Editing Basics (using PhotoShop Elements 7.0)
	Learn how to move photos between folders, manipulate your photos and put on a CD. The concepts covered can be utilized in most common photo editing programs. Learn PhotoShop Elements 7.0 to crop, resize, color correction, use layers and filters and fix photos. 3 hour class. Salem TCRC is located in the Salem Freedom Activity Center (old National Guard Armory)
	2:00 PM Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes
	Quail's Nest Hotel meeting room
	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 Intro to PowerPoint
	This class will teach you the general rules on the correct way to put a presentation together, and help you keep from making the most common of mistakes in a presentation. Computer lab of the Kirksville TCRC
	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
	5:00 PM Poplar Bluff TCRC Credit Courses SEMO NS 636
	NS636: Advanced Pathophysiology and Symptom Management Explores the physiologic human response to illness from a symptom management perspective. Prerequisites: BSN or approval of instructor. (3 credit hours) The Poplar Bluff Telecommunication Center is located on the Three Rivers Community College campus in the E.K. Porter Distance Learning Center on the second floor.
	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 Greene County 4-H Foundation Meeting
	An open meeting for those who are interested in fund raising to meet the needs for Greene county 4-H. Greene 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 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
	6:30 PM Home Buyer Education
	In order to be eligible for some home loans, first-time home buyers must attend a home buyer education class. This is a two-hour workshop that meets the requirements for a loan through USDA Rural Development. Jasper County University of Missouri Extension Center
	6:30 PM Starting and Managing a Business
	$99 for a series of 4 classes/Learn the basics of starting and managing a business in Missouri in this course designed for those who are thinking about starting a business, hae made the choice to start a business, or have been in business less than two years. UMSL-JC Penney Conference Center
	7:00 PM Extension Council meetings - Henry County
	Henry County Extension Council meets monthly on the last Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. All meetings are open to the public as council members and Extension staff discuss programming, office operations and planning of services. Call the Extension Center at 660-885-5556 with questions. Held in the basement meeting room in the Henry County Courthouse in Clinton.
	7:00 PM Lewis County Extension Council Meeting
	The Lewis County Extension Council meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at the Lewis County Extension Office at 7:00 pm. The Lewis County Extension Office is located at 104 E. Jefferson in Monticello, Mo.
	7:00 PM Clark County Junior Livestock Committee
	The Clark County Junior Livestock Committe meet the 4th Monday of every month. Upstairs Meeting Room
	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, November 25
	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
	2:30 PM Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - fall 2009
	Quail's Nest Hotel
	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)
Thursday, November 26
	8:00 AM Henry County Office Closed
	Office Closed for Holiday.
Friday, November 27
	8:00 AM Henry County Office Closed
	Office Closed for Holiday.
Saturday, November 28
	11:00 AM Show-Me-Select
	Opportunity to purchase 150 bred heifers that have met the Show-Me-Select requirements from area producers. Heifers follow a strict program for herd health, nutrition, reproduction and genetics. Breeds represented are Angus, Angus Cross, Hereford, Red Angus and Simmental. Guaranteed bred to calving ease bulls with expected calving dates. Kingsville Livestock Auction
Monday, November 30
	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
	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
	2:50 PM ESMYC - Plaza Middle School # 1 Leadership Challenge
	This leadership program is a series of workshops with the first workshop being held at the Youth Center. The other two workshops will be held at Notre Dame de Sion school. This workshop specifically targets youth that were not already involved in leadership at school. The program teaches youth good communication skills, public speaking skills, cooperation skills, etc. Earnest Shepherd Memorial Youth Center
	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)
	5:00 PM Beef Cattle Artificial Insemination School
	MU Thompson Farm
	5:00 PM Missouri Grown - Extension Series to Increase Local Food Production in the Kansas City Region
	University of Missouri Extension has secured federal/state funding to provide interested farmers and would-be producers with information to assist them in their transition into specialty crop production. Now is the time to begin planning for a transition into specialty crops for the 2010 season. This project will prove useful even to farmers with some experience in producing these crops. A series of workshops will be complimented with admission to the 2010 Great Plains Vegetable Growers Conference and in-season field trips and farm tours. Platte County University of Missouri Extension 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 Greene County Extension Council Meeting
	The Greene County Extension Council is comprised of 16 publicly elected council members and 4 appointed members. Council members work with MU Extension specialists to provide the county educational program, manage finances of local MU Extension operations, provide personnel to carry out MU Extension activities locally and organize the annual public election of MU Extension council members. Greene County Extension Center, 2nd Floor meeting room
	5:30 PM Pulaski County Council Meeting
	The Pulaski County Extension Council Meets on the Last Monday of each Month in the Community Room in the basement of the Pulaski County Courthouse at 5:30 pm. Pulaski County Courthouse
	6:00 PM ~~Annie's Project I - Atlanta School in 2009~~
	6-week program to teach farm women basics of risk and farm management issues. Topics include estate and retirement planning, marketing, insurance, farm finances, legal issues such as farm leases and communication. Program is designed for widows, farm wives, female landowners and anyone interested in learning more about the farm business. Atlanta C-3 School
	6:00 PM ~~Time Strategies for Busy People~~
	A three session class for anyone wanting more control of their time, their life, and their business. Here is what you can expect to receive in this class: Extensive class materials, your own personal "Decision Making" profile assessment and analysis, unlimited access to Pat Gruber's coaching by phone or email during the class sessions, opportunities to network with class participants and a written, personalized action plan for implementing the new skills learned. Osher Lifelong Learning 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 - 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
	7:00 PM Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes
	Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes program provides you with practical information and skills needed to self-manage diabetes and promote optimal health. Courthouse basement, New London, MO.

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