Virtual Events
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Oct 5
Mindful Moments: A Series of Mindfulness Workshops, Oct 2026
October 5, 2026 – October 19, 2026 Online via Zoom
This is a mini workshop with 3 sessions that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices.
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Oct 8
10/8/26 Virtual Mental Health First Aid
October 8, 2026 8:30AM – 4:30PM Zoom
The 10/8/26 Virtual Mental Health First Aid certification course is for adults 18 years and older who hope to learn how to assist other adults experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis.
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Oct 8
How Much Home Can You Afford? (webinar)
October 8, 2026 4:00PM – 5:00PM Zoom
Looking to buy a home? Learn how to calculate what you can afford based on your current income.
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Oct 8
Online Parent Talk System Webinar Series - Oct-Nov 2026
October 8, 2026 – November 12, 2026 7:30pm-9:00pm ET Online
The Parent Talk System is a course for caregivers of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children. Offered at no cost.
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Oct 12
Wits Workout - America's Pastime
October 12, 2026 1:00PM – 1:30PM Online
The training component covers exercise as a brain health contributor. The activities in this session are based loosely on sports or the use of the word "ball."
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Oct 13
Mindfulness Pebbles: Basics, October 13, 12-1pm ET
October 13, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Online
Mindfulness Pebbles: Basics is a one-time presentation that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices.
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Oct 13
Online Extension Extras for Parents: RELAX - Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers
October 13, 2026 7:30PM – 9:00PM Online; 7:30-9pm ET
Extension Extras For Parents is a collection of free online weekly parenting workshops that provide guidance for parents as they navigate the challenges, joys, and concerns of parenting.
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Oct 14
What’s on the Ballot? Understanding Michigan’s 2026 Ballot Proposals
October 14, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Join MSU Extension and the Citizens Research Council of Michigan for a FREE educational webinar exploring the two statewide ballot proposals on the 2026 ballot.
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Oct 15
Michigan Cottage Food Law
October 15, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Oct 15
Michigan Cottage Food Law
October 15, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Oct 15
Local Government Policy and Practice: Municipal Electric Utilities: Past, Present, and Future
October 15, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Dr. Erik Nordman will cover the origins and current status of municipal electric utilities in Michigan, and look at Ann Arbor's proposal to create its own municipal utility and the future of municipal utilities in Michigan.
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Oct 15
2026 October MCP Webinar: Demystifying Municipal Civil Infractions: A tool for local compliance
October 15, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom
This webinar series is designed to offer continuing education for Master Citizen Planners in a convenient online opportunity and is open to all planning and zoning officials.
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Oct 15
4-H Future Squad- Adulting 101 First Club Meeting
October 15, 2026 7:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom
This virtual state-wide 4-H club is open to any youth 12-19 years old who wants to join a 4-H club, meet new people, and learn about topics in the "adulting 101" topic area.
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Oct 15
Online Extension Extras for Professionals Third Thursdays- Essential Skills for Learning and Life
October 15, 2026 7:00PM – 8:30PM Online; 7:00-8:30pm ET
Extension Extras for Professionals is a collection of free online series of childcare workshops that provide guidance for early childhood professionals and caregivers of young children. Trainings are eligible for MIRegistry hours.
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Oct 19
Wits Workout - Apple a Day
October 19, 2026 1:00PM – 1:30PM Online
The training component covers diet as a brain health contributor. The activities in this session are related to the apple in one way or another.
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Oct 19
Online Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series -October-November 2026
October 19, 2026 – November 16, 2026 7:00pm-8:30pm ET online
Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.
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Oct 23
Online Extension Extras for Professionals Fourth Fridays How Children Develop
October 23, 2026 1:00PM – 2:30PM Online; 1:00-2:30pm ET
Extension Extras for Professionals is a collection of free online workshops that provide professional development, guidance, and support for early childhood professionals and caregivers. Trainings are eligible for MIRegistry hours.
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Oct 26
Wits Workout - Slumber Party
October 26, 2026 1:00PM – 1:30PM Online
The training component covers sleep as a brain health contributor. The activities in this session focus on sleep.
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Oct 27
Mindfulness Pebbles: Principles and Practice, Oct. 27-Dec 1, 10-11am ET
October 27, 2026 – December 1, 2026 Online
Mindfulness Pebbles: Principles and Practice is a six-lesson series that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices.
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Oct 27
Brief Practices in Mindfulness, October 27, 12pm ET
October 27, 2026 12:00PM – 1:30PM ET Online
In this workshop, participants will establish an understanding of mindfulness and gain experience with a variety of mindfulness practices to use in daily life.