1.1 Field & Vegetable Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
NWTC Corporate Conference Center, 2740 W Mason St, Green Bay, WI 54307.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Planning Ahead (virtual) - Door
Planning Ahead for end of this life. Program topics: getting started, handling financial changes, advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, choices in end-of-life care, final wishes, and understanding grief.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MivsnnhsSmEJ3E. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Door. Kewaunee. Brown. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Virtual - Zoom.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Driftless Region Beef Conference
A two day conference for beef producers and allied industry. The conference is a cooperative effort of Iowa State, Illinois and Wisconsin Extensions. There are sessions for both cow calf producers and feedlot operations.
Cost: $120.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Livestock. County: Grant. Iowa. Lafayette. Green. Vernon. Crawford. Rock. Dane. Richland. Juneau. Buffalo. Trempealeau. La Crosse. Jackson. Monroe. Eau Claire. Sauk. Chippewa. Adams. Portage. Contact Name: Bill Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 – Friday, January 23, 2026.
Grand River Convention Center
500 Bell St
Dubuque, IA 52001.
For more info visit www.regcytes.extension.iastate.edu. Organic Vegetable Production Conference - Virtual Session
Connect with experienced vegetable growers from throughout the Midwest and beyond at this producer-initiated event grounded in farmer-to-farmer skill sharing. Join your peers for online sessions, in-person sessions, or both!
This producer-initiated conference is designed for advanced growers and attracts participants from throughout the Midwest and beyond. Theme: Transplant Greenhouse Management, Vegetable Topics: Microgreens, Transplants for Sale, Management Topics: On-farm Store Management, The Science of Growing Plants in Containers
Online sessions are held over Zoom. Sessions will be recorded and available to all who register, whether or not they attend in real time.
Virtual conference attendees have the option to register for the in-person conference in Madison, Wis. Jan. 30-31, 2026 at a discounted rate.
Cost: Varies by registration package. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://dane.extension.wisc.edu/dane-county-agriculture/organic-vegetable-production-conference/. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Community Food Systems. Crops & Soils. Contact Name: Sarah Janes Ugoretz. Contact Email: sarah.janesugoretz@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-234-1561.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 – Friday, January 23, 2026.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Dodge County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Dodge. Contact Name: Kelly Flanders. Contact Email: kflanders@co.dodge.wi.us. Contact phone: 920.386.3790.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Dodge County Auditorium, 127 E Oak St, Juneau, WI 53039.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Dunn County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Dunn. Contact Name: Deanna Wiersgalla. Contact Email: wiersgalla@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-232-1636.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Dunn County Gov't Center, 3001 US Highway 12E, Menomonie, WI 54751, Room 060.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Grant County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Grant. Contact Name: Lori Vesperman. Contact Email: lori.vesperman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-723-2125.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Grant County Extension Youth & Ag Center, 916 E Elm St, Lancaster, WI 53813.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Jefferson County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Jefferson. Contact Name: Katelyn Broedlow. Contact Email: kbroedlow@jeffersoncountywi.gov. Contact phone: 920-674-7440.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Jefferson County Extension, 916 E Elm St, 864 Collins Rd, Jefferson, WI 53549.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Winnebago County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: No. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Winnebago. Contact Name: Ashley Rolph. Contact Email: arolph@winnebagocountywi.gov. Contact phone: 920-232-1970.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Extension Winnebago County Office, 625 E County Rd Y, Oshkosh, WI 54901.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD (New London)
Planning Ahead is a 7-week program that helps you make important end-of-life decisions so your loved ones won’t have to face them alone. Topics include getting started with planning, handling financial changes, creating advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, exploring choices in end-of-life care, documenting your final wishes, and understanding the grief process. Call Lori at the New London Senior Center to register: 920-982-8522.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Waupaca. Outagamie. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
New London Senior Center
Activity Room
600 W. Washington St.
New London, WI.
Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life.
This program is for people who: Are interested in planning for the end-of-life to make things easier for family members, Have lost a loved one, Are in the process of losing a loved one and are dealing with the transition.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Thursday
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Adults with Chronic Conditions
Are you a family caregiver? Register now for Powerful Tools for Caregivers! This 6 week evidence-based workshop will help you: Build confidence in your decisions, Manage time, set goals, and solve problems, Better communicate your feelings, Make tough decisions, Locate helpful resource, This program includes a free participant workbook!
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. County: Waupaca. Oconto. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Seed Starting
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
If you are a new gardener, or just looking for some tips on starting seeds, this lecture will cover it. You will get an electronic copy of a handout on optimal soil temperatures for the germination of many crops and other handouts.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producers Association Winter Institute
The Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producers Association holds an annual maple syrup institute each January in Wisconsin. This is an event full of information for beginners to the advanced sugar maker. There are rooms full of vendors and information that does not end. Speakers and fellow syrup producers come to share information and ideas.
Cost: $$. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Statewide. Topic: Community & Economic Development. Community Food Systems. Farm Management. Forestry & Wildlife. Named Program: NRI - Indigenous Food Systems. NRI - Maple Syrup. Contact Name: Theresa Baroun. Contact phone: 920-680-9320.
Friday, January 23, 2026 – Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Marshfield, WI.
For more info visit wismaple.org. Rent Smart
Helping to make renting a great experience for you!
FREE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
What you will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Todd Wenzel. Contact Email: todd.wenzel@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 232-1973.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Wintersown Seed Starting of Wildflowers and Cold-Tolerant Vegetables
This class will include a lecture portion on the art and science of germinating wildflower seed using two techniques for the winter-sown method, as well as information on starting cold, hardy vegetable seed in DIY mini greenhouses.
The lecture portion will be followed by a hands-on activity in the Dane County Extension Teaching Garden Greenhouse to practice the techniques covered in the classroom portion. Attendees will leave with print and electronic resources and jugs and coffee filter planters of wildflower seed they have planted, as well as one clear plastic tub DIY mini greenhouse with planted seed.
There are two dates to choose from. Registration is limited; sign up today! Saturday, Jan 10 | 10a-12P, Saturday, Jan 24 | 10a-12p.
Cost: $20. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Dane. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Dane County Extension, 5201 Fen Oak Dr, Madison, WI 53718.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. CANCELLED - 2026 PDDC Ask the Experts Q&A Series
Join Brian Hudelson (of the PDDC and affectionately known as “Dr. Death”), Laura Jull (certified arborist, former member of the UW-Madison Department of Horticulture, and affectionately known as “The Laurox”), Lis Friemoth (former Walworth County horticulturist and affectionately known as “The Garden Hoe”), and Diana Alfuth (former UW Extension horticulture educator for Pierce and St. Croix Counties) for monthly online programs in 2026. Each free session, held on Monday afternoons from 1:00-2:00 pm, is your chance to ask your burning gardening questions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to cultivate your knowledge and keep your plants thriving.
Cost: None. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Brian Hudelson.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit pddc.wisc.edu. WeCOPE (virtual) - Door
WeCOPE is a 7-week class that empowers adults with effective, evidence-based strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and enhance their overall well-being.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cIKk88qzJTxusRM. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Topic: Health & Well-Being. County: Door. Kewaunee. Brown. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Virtual - Zoom.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Parents Forever
Parents Forever is an educational class for parents and caregivers in the process of divorce, already divorced, or never married but separating. In this class, you will learn how family transitions affect children and how children experience family conflict. You will learn how to care for yourself during your family transition and how to prevent and reduce conflict.
**Please Note: This class may or may not meet the requirement for court mandated co-parenting classes for divorcing parents. Please confirm with your county before registering for this class for that purpose.
💻 Virtual and low-cost
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/2nyjet.
Cost: $20. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. County: Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Buffalo. Chippewa. Clark. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Florence. Fond du Lac. Grant. Green. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Marquette. Milwaukee. Outagamie. Oconto. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Racine. Richland. Saint Croix. Sheboygan. Trempealeau. Walworth. Winnebago. Wood. Contact Name: Missy Bablick. Contact Email: missy.bablick@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (715) 537-6254.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Green Bay: Tundra Lodge.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Green Bay: Tundra Lodge.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. 1.1 Field & Vegetable Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Arlington Ag Research Station, Public Events Center, N695 Hopkins Rd, Arlington, WI 53911.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Helping to make renting a great experience for you!
FREE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
What you will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Todd Wenzel. Contact Email: todd.wenzel@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 232-1973.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Triple P Seminar: Managing Fighting and Aggression
Description:
Come join other parents and caregivers to talk about why children sometimes have difficult behavior like fighting and aggression. You’ll learn practical skills for teaching children to cooperate, solve problems, and get along with others. We will cover sibling conflict!
Whether you're a new parent or have years of experience, this session offers valuable tools to support your parenting journey.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: http://go.wisc.edu/rc3920.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Heidi Ungrodt. Contact Email: heidi.ungrodt@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (715) 373-6104.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Certified Farm Succession Coordinator Training
The UW-Madison Division of Extension in collaboration with the International Farm Transition Network (IFTN), offers the Certified Farm Succession Coordinator Training.
The economic future of our nation’s agriculture depends on the next generation’s ability to access land and business assets. Many farm and ranch operators are realizing the importance of creating a succession plan. Agriculture service professionals who work with these farms and ranches are recognizing that it takes more than a business structure or an estate plan to get those assets transferred to the next generation of managers. Succession planning also includes management transfer, inheritance issues and (surprise!) humans with emotions.
This training will offer anyone who wants to learn how to facilitate conversations around farm/ranch succession planning:
, Insight on the tensions around farm succession, Strategies on working with families as they navigate farm succession, Facilitation tools to guide the process, Opportunities to…
Cost: $950/person before December 12, 2025, and $1,000 after December 12, 2025. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Farm Management. Contact Name: Joy Kirkpatrick. Contact Email: joy.kirkpatrick@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-263-3485.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – Thursday, February 5, 2026, 1:30 PM.
For more info visit farms.extension.wisc.edu. Keeping your Grandchildren Safe Online
Learn how to keep your grandchildren safe in the digital age.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dnjOuueRAuQhHD0. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Door. Kewaunee. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
ADRC Door County, 914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. 2026 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum
The Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum is the state’s premier event for understanding the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping Wisconsin agriculture and agribusiness. Hosted annually by the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Renk Agribusiness Institute, the Forum brings together agribusiness leaders, policymakers, researchers, and producer-supporting organizations to explore timely issues, share insights, and shape the future of Wisconsin agriculture.
The morning session focuses on the outlook for Wisconsin agricultural industries (dairy, corn and soybeans, livestock and meat). The afternoon will focus on the impacts on international trade on the Wisconsin economy and the farm economy.
Cost: 0-$75. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Crops & Soils. Farm Management. Dairy. Livestock. Community & Economic Development. Contact Name: Megan Webster. Contact Email: mawebster@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608.890.1048.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 1:00 AM.
Union South – Varsity Hall – 2nd Floor
1308 W Dayton St. Madison, WI.
For more info visit renk.aae.wisc.edu. Triple P Seminar: Managing Fighting and Aggression
Description:
Come join other parents and caregivers to talk about why children sometimes have difficult behavior like fighting and aggression. You’ll learn practical skills for teaching children to cooperate, solve problems, and get along with others. We will cover sibling conflict!
Whether you're a new parent or have years of experience, this session offers valuable tools to support your parenting journey.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: http://go.wisc.edu/rc3920.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Heidi Ungrodt. Contact Email: heidi.ungrodt@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (715) 373-6104.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. School for Beginning Beef Production
Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. Jan 27: Business of beef: what are your options? Jan 29: Setting goals and marketing, Feb 3: Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition, Feb 5: Veterinary, biosecurity, and recordkeeping skills, Feb 10: Herd reproduction to build your future, Feb 12: Annual forage management and intro to stocker, backgrounder, finishing enterprises
Each course will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). Participants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! This six-part course was created by the Livestock Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/iyk21t. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Livestock. Contact Name: William Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Fond du Lac: Kornelis on the Avenue.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. 1.1 Field & Vegetable Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Kalahari Resort, 1305 Kalahari Drive, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Corn/Soy Expo- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Kalahari Resort, 1306 Kalahari Drive, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Planning Ahead (virtual) - Door
Planning Ahead for end of this life. Program topics: getting started, handling financial changes, advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, choices in end-of-life care, final wishes, and understanding grief.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MivsnnhsSmEJ3E. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Door. Kewaunee. Brown. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Virtual - Zoom.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. 2026 PDDC Plant Disease Talks - Top Ten Plant Diseases of 2025
Join Brian Hudelson (of the PDDC and affectionately known as “Dr. Death”) to learn about 10 plant diseases that made a splash at the UW-Madison Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic in 2025. Diseases include both those that were submitted the most commonly to the clinic and those that potentially had the biggest impact from an economic or regulatory standpoint.
Cost: None. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Brian Hudelson.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit pddc.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Manitowoc: Farm Wisconsin.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Manitowoc: Farm Wisconsin.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD (New London)
Planning Ahead is a 7-week program that helps you make important end-of-life decisions so your loved ones won’t have to face them alone. Topics include getting started with planning, handling financial changes, creating advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, exploring choices in end-of-life care, documenting your final wishes, and understanding the grief process. Call Lori at the New London Senior Center to register: 920-982-8522.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Waupaca. Outagamie. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
New London Senior Center
Activity Room
600 W. Washington St.
New London, WI.
Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life.
This program is for people who: Are interested in planning for the end-of-life to make things easier for family members, Have lost a loved one, Are in the process of losing a loved one and are dealing with the transition.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Thursday
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Adults with Chronic Conditions
Are you a family caregiver? Register now for Powerful Tools for Caregivers! This 6 week evidence-based workshop will help you: Build confidence in your decisions, Manage time, set goals, and solve problems, Better communicate your feelings, Make tough decisions, Locate helpful resource, This program includes a free participant workbook!
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. County: Waupaca. Oconto. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Soils, Soil Testing, & Fertilizers
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
Good soils are vital to growing healthy plants. This class will review physical and chemical structure of soils, pH, organic matter, and techniques for improving the soil you have. We will also cover soil testing and test results. We will review how to understand labels and select and calculate how to apply the correct rate of fertilizer products (both organic and traditional), as well as interpreting soil test results.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. School for Beginning Beef Production
Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. Jan 27: Business of beef: what are your options? Jan 29: Setting goals and marketing, Feb 3: Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition, Feb 5: Veterinary, biosecurity, and recordkeeping skills, Feb 10: Herd reproduction to build your future, Feb 12: Annual forage management and intro to stocker, backgrounder, finishing enterprises
Each course will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). Participants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! This six-part course was created by the Livestock Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/iyk21t. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Livestock. Contact Name: William Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. Organic Vegetable Production Conference - In-Person Session
Connect with experienced vegetable growers from throughout the Midwest and beyond at this producer-initiated event grounded in farmer-to-farmer skill sharing. Join your peers for online sessions, in-person sessions, or both!
This producer-initiated conference is designed for advanced growers and attracts participants from throughout the Midwest and beyond. Vegetable Topics: Celery, Kale, Basil, Alternative Roots, Management Topics: No & Low-Till Production, Maximizing the Storage Life of Crops, Soil Test Action Plans, In-season Decision Making, General Sessions: Planning for Change, Enterprise Diversity, and more, Friday Night After Party and Farm Swag Swap!
In-person conference attendees have the option to register for the virtual conference sessions (Jan. 22-23) at a discounted rate.
Cost: Varies by registration package. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. In-person. Topic: Community Food Systems. Crops & Soils. County: Columbia. Dane. Dodge. Grant. Iowa. Jefferson. Rock. Sauk. Contact Name: Sarah Janes Ugoretz. Contact Email: sarah.janesugoretz@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-234-1561.
Friday, January 30, 2026 – Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Helping to make renting a great experience for you!
FREE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
What you will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Todd Wenzel. Contact Email: todd.wenzel@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 232-1973.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Shoebox to Strategy
A new workshop series from UW-Madison Division of Extension can help farms organize their important documents and financial information to ensure the continuity and stability of the business in the face of emergencies. Having these documents in order can also help farm owners be better prepared for their estate planning meetings with service providers.
This is one of those tasks that every farm owner knows they should do; and it is easy to put off. It’s tedious and can be overwhelming.
The series will help farm families to organize and analyze important documents and asset information to organize their estate and legacy plan over a series of weeks. In the event of an untimely death or accident, a farm family will be able to return to their Shoebox to Strategy binder and spreadsheet and find important information for continuing the farm’s legacy. Participants will be guided through a series of questions, conversations, and templates to analyze their ideal farm transition plan. After organizing farm…
Cost: Early bird price is $175 per farm through December 31, 2025. Starting January 1, 2026, the cost of the workshop series is $225 per farm. This allows up to two people from each farm to participate in the program. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Farm Management. County: Richland. Contact Name: Joy Kirkpatrick. Contact phone: 608-263-3485. Contact Email: joy.kirkpatrick@wisc.edu.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – Friday, April 3, 2026, 1:30 PM.
After three virtual sessions in January and February, instructors and participants will meet for an in-person workshop on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Phoenix Center, 100 South Orange St. Richland Center, WI 53581.
For more info visit farms.extension.wisc.edu. 4-H Meats Judging Contest
Youth grades 3-12, enrolled in 4-H and are part of a county meat judging program, are eligible to participate in the state 4-H Meats Judging Contest.
Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Named Program: Ag - Youth Livestock. Contact Name: Bernadette ORourke. Contact Email: borourke2@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082634304.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Meat Science and Animal Biologics Discovery Building, Madison, WI.
For more info visit 264hmeatscontest.4honline.com. Agritourism Business Development Training - In person Kick-Off
WI Extension Community Development
This training, developed by Extension’s Agriculture and Community Development Institutes, assists farmers with starting an agritourism business. It also connects farmers with community developers and encourages participants to design businesses that are community-oriented. It provides guidance for community developers to support on-farm businesses and incorporate agritourism into rural economic development strategy.
The in-person kick-off will offer modules 1 & 2:
Module 1: Agritourism: What is your value proposition?
Understand the market potential for agritourism in Wisconsin and the potential benefits for your farm. Develop a motivation and value proposition statement.
Module 2: Developing the Venture: Is your business idea feasible?
Determine if agritourism is a good fit for your farm. Learn about financial resources, business planning resources, and SWOT analysis.
See webinar series for Modules 3 - 6.
Cost: No cost. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Community Food Systems. Community & Economic Development. County: Crawford. Grant. Lafayette. Vernon. Richland. Contact Name: Sara Tedeschi. Contact phone: 6083261134. Contact Email: sara.tedeschi@wisc.edu.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Community Commerce Center, 16381 WI-131, Gays Mills, WI 54631.
For more info visit economicdevelopment.extension.wisc.edu. Encouraging Financial Conversations Foundations Training
Unsure about how to discuss money with your clients? Encouraging Financial Conversations is an Extension developed series that will help you engage in positive conversations around money. The six-hour training is geared for helping professionals (case managers, social workers, and other front line staff), but open to anyone! You will learn how to help empower others to achieve their financial goals and manage their money.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Dane. Kenosha. Racine. Milwaukee. Walworth. Contact Name: Sarah Hawks. Contact phone: 2627672916. Contact Email: sarah.hawks@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/efc.krw.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Rent Smart is designed to help those who have little to no rental experience or those who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing. Participants may be first time renters, as they graduate from school, homeowners transitioning to renting, individuals with poor rental or,
credit history, or individuals who have other issues that may cause potential landlords to perceive them as high-risk tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Monday
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Triple P Fear-Less
Triple P Fear-Less
**This is a 6-week class that runs from February 3 to March 10, 2026. Please plan to attend all six sessions. Description:
Is your child between the ages of 6 and 14 and struggling with anxiety? Help your child manage anxiety with confidence! The Triple P Fear-Less program is here to support you. This evidence-based parenting program helps you understand anxiety, build your child’s emotional resilience, and learn practical tools to support their mental well-being. What You’ll Learn: How anxiety works and why it persists, Positive parenting strategies to reduce anxiety, How to model calm, confident behavior, Tools like the “Fear Ladder” to help your child face fears, Ways to encourage flexible thinking and problem-solving, 💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: go.wisc.edu/69701a.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Tracy Henegar. Contact Email: tracy.henegar@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (715) 395-1363.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Monthly Money Matters Live - Tax Filing Basics
Learn the steps to file your taxes correctly and on time. This class makes tax filing easy to understand and can help you apply tax credits and deductions so you can put more money back in your pocket.
Cost: FREE! Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Jonathon Ferguson. Contact Email: jonathon.ferguson@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Rent Smart Train the Trainer - Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2026
This training is designed to help trainers facilitate the Rent Smart program effectively in their own organizations and communities.
FREE
Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord.
What your learners will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Amanda Kostman. Contact Email: amanda.kostman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2627414961.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Parents Forever
Parents Forever is an educational class for parents and caregivers in the process of divorce, already divorced, or never married but separating. In this class, you will learn how family transitions affect children and how children experience family conflict. You will learn how to care for yourself during your family transition and how to prevent and reduce conflict.
**Please note this is a two-part class. The second class is scheduled for Thursday February 5th, 2026. Please plan to attend both classes.
**Please Note: This class may or may not meet the requirement for court mandated co-parenting classes for divorcing parents. Please confirm with your county before registering for this class for that purpose.
💻 Virtual and low-cost
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/0pw104.
Cost: $28.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. County: Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Buffalo. Chippewa. Clark. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Florence. Fond du Lac. Grant. Green. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Marquette. Milwaukee. Oconto. Outagamie. Pepin. Polk. Portage. Racine. Richland. Saint Croix. Sheboygan. Trempealeau. Walworth. Waupaca. Winnebago. Wood. Contact Name: Hannah Zellmer. Contact Email: hannah.zellmer@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-297-3139.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Triple P Fear-Less
Triple P Fear-Less,
**This is a 6-week class that runs from February 3 to March 10, 2026. Please plan to attend all six sessions.
Description: ,
Is your child between the ages of 6 and 14 and struggling with anxiety? Help your child manage anxiety with confidence! The Triple P Fear-Less program is here to support you. This evidence-based parenting program helps you understand anxiety, build your child’s emotional resilience, and learn practical tools to support their mental well-being.
What You’ll Learn:
How anxiety works and why it persists
, Positive parenting strategies to reduce anxiety
, How to model calm, confident behavior
, Tools like the “Fear Ladder” to help your child face fears
, Ways to encourage flexible thinking and problem-solving
,
💻 Virtual and free,
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: go.wisc.edu/69701a.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Tracy Henegar. Contact Email: tracy.henegar@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (715) 395-1363.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Monthly Money Matters Live - Tax Filing Basics
Learn the steps to file your taxes correctly and on time. This class makes tax filing easy to understand and can help you apply tax credits and deductions so you can put more money back in your pocket.
Cost: FREE! Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Jonathon Ferguson. Contact Email: jonathon.ferguson@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. School for Beginning Beef Production
Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. Jan 27: Business of beef: what are your options? Jan 29: Setting goals and marketing, Feb 3: Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition, Feb 5: Veterinary, biosecurity, and recordkeeping skills, Feb 10: Herd reproduction to build your future, Feb 12: Annual forage management and intro to stocker, backgrounder, finishing enterprises
Each course will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). Participants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! This six-part course was created by the Livestock Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/iyk21t. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Livestock. Contact Name: William Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Darlington: Lafayette County Multipurpose Building.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Buffalo County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Buffalo. Contact Name: Sarah Torbert. Contact phone: 715-279-6818.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Buffalo Co Courthouse, 407 S Second St, Alma, WI 54610.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Chippewa County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Chippewa. Contact Name: Amber Gilles. Contact Email: amber.gilles@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-726-7950.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
CDR Farms LLC, 19687 85th St, Bloomer, WI 54724.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Clark County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Clark. Contact Name: Val Wood. Contact Email: vawood@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-743-5122.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Abbotsford City Hall, 203 N 1st St, Abbotsford, WI 54405.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Fond du Lac County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Fond du Lac. Contact Name: Sherry Auchue. Contact Email: sherry.auchue@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-906-4620.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Fond du Lac County Campus , 2400 University Dr, Fond du Lac, WI 54935.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Oconto County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Oconto. Contact Name: Nancy Servais. Contact Email: nancy.servais@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-732-7514.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Lena Town Hall, 6087 Goatsville Road, Lena, WI.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Taylor County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: No. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Taylor. Contact Name: Kelly Phillips. Contact Email: phillips32@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-748-3327 ext 3.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Education Center, 624 East College St, Medford, WI 54451.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Raising Wisconsin's Children Conference 2026
This conference is a free, virtual event for parents, caregivers, and anyone who support children and families. Hear from expert speakers who will share strategies to promote children's emotional well-being, learning, and growth during difficult times.
Cost: $0. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: UW-Extension Family Engagement. Contact Email: families@extension.wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Online.
For more info visit parenting.extension.wisc.edu. Agritourism Business Development Training - Webinar Series
WI Extension Community Development
This training, developed by Extension’s Agriculture and Community Development Institutes, assists farmers with starting an agritourism business. It also connects farmers with community developers and encourages participants to design businesses that are community-oriented. It provides guidance for community developers to support on-farm businesses and incorporate agritourism into rural economic development strategy.
Module 3: Community Connections: What need are you satisfying?
Module 4: Risk & Regulation: What risks do you need to address?
Module 5: Financial Analysis: How do you know if you’ll be profitable?
Module 6: Marketing and Placemaking: What will your customer experience be like?
See separate listing for the in-person kick-off event on January 31st offering Modules 1 & 2.
Cost: No cost. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Community Food Systems. Community & Economic Development. County: Crawford. Grant. Lafayette. Vernon. Richland. Contact Name: Sara Tedeschi. Contact phone: 6083261134. Contact Email: sara.tedeschi@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit economicdevelopment.extension.wisc.edu. Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course 2026
The Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.
The short course is offered online via Zoom. Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons in February, from 1 pm-3:30 pm. There are two speakers for each session date and you can choose to register for all four sessions or selected weekly sessions. If attending all four sessions, the cost is $60, each selected weekly session is $25.
The classes will only be available during the live presentation on the specified date and time. They will NOT be available to view later. No refunds are available. An email will be sent the day before the class to registered participants with their personal link to access that specific Zoom session. This requires a unique email address for EACH registrant.
Cost: $60 for all four sessions or $25 each. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. Planning Ahead (virtual) - Door
Planning Ahead for end of this life. Program topics: getting started, handling financial changes, advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, choices in end-of-life care, final wishes, and understanding grief.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MivsnnhsSmEJ3E. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Door. Kewaunee. Brown. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Virtual - Zoom.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Jefferson: County Highway Training Room.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD (New London)
Planning Ahead is a 7-week program that helps you make important end-of-life decisions so your loved ones won’t have to face them alone. Topics include getting started with planning, handling financial changes, creating advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, exploring choices in end-of-life care, documenting your final wishes, and understanding the grief process. Call Lori at the New London Senior Center to register: 920-982-8522.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Waupaca. Outagamie. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
New London Senior Center
Activity Room
600 W. Washington St.
New London, WI.
Rent Smart Train the Trainer - Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2026
This training is designed to help trainers facilitate the Rent Smart program effectively in their own organizations and communities.
FREE
Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord.
What your learners will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Amanda Kostman. Contact Email: amanda.kostman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2627414961.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Emerging Berry Crops Winter Webinar Series: Day Neutral Strawberries and Table Grapes
Considering adding berries to your production system? Join us in learning about day neutral strawberries and table grapes as emerging crops in the Upper Midwest.
Presenter information:
Dr. Amaya Atucha is a Professor in the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Her research program addresses a broad set of questions in perennial fruit crop systems, with emphasis on crop ecophysiology, plant nutrition, and fruit quality. Amaya will share the latest results from table grape cultivar trials and day-neutral strawberry research trials in Wisconsin.
Cost: FREE. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Crops & Soils. Named Program: Ag - Emerging Crops. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Ann Kowenstrot.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life.
This program is for people who: Are interested in planning for the end-of-life to make things easier for family members, Have lost a loved one, Are in the process of losing a loved one and are dealing with the transition.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Thursday
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Adults with Chronic Conditions
Are you a family caregiver? Register now for Powerful Tools for Caregivers! This 6 week evidence-based workshop will help you: Build confidence in your decisions, Manage time, set goals, and solve problems, Better communicate your feelings, Make tough decisions, Locate helpful resource, This program includes a free participant workbook!
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. County: Waupaca. Oconto. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Vegetable Crops & Specialized Gardening Techniques
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
We will cover cultural techniques for growing various popular vegetables and will briefly discuss some specialized gardening techniques such as square foot, straw bale, and lasagna gardening.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Parents Forever
Parents Forever is an educational class for parents and caregivers in the process of divorce, already divorced, or never married but separating. In this class, you will learn how family transitions affect children and how children experience family conflict. You will learn how to care for yourself during your family transition and how to prevent and reduce conflict.
**Please note this is a two-part class. The first class is scheduled for Tuesday February 3rd, 2026. Please plan to attend both classes.
**Please Note: This class may or may not meet the requirement for court mandated co-parenting classes for divorcing parents. Please confirm with your county before registering for this class for that purpose.
💻 Virtual and low-cost
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/0pw104.
Cost: $28.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. County: Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Buffalo. Chippewa. Clark. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Florence. Fond du Lac. Grant. Green. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Marquette. Milwaukee. Oconto. Outagamie. Pepin. Polk. Portage. Racine. Richland. Saint Croix. Sheboygan. Trempealeau. Walworth. Waupaca. Winnebago. Wood. Contact Name: Hannah Zellmer. Contact Email: hannah.zellmer@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-297-3139.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Resilient Co-Parenting: Successful Stepfamilies
Resilient Co-Parenting is a monthly class series for parents and caregivers who are raising their children together while living apart. Join other parents and caregivers to receive support on your co-parenting journey.
This month’s class focuses on successful stepfamilies. Blended families have unique parenting challenges. Discover ways to ease the transition for your children and address these challenges effectively.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/132w5f.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Hannah Zellmer. Contact Email: hannah.zellmer@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608 297 3139.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. School for Beginning Beef Production
Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. Jan 27: Business of beef: what are your options? Jan 29: Setting goals and marketing, Feb 3: Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition, Feb 5: Veterinary, biosecurity, and recordkeeping skills, Feb 10: Herd reproduction to build your future, Feb 12: Annual forage management and intro to stocker, backgrounder, finishing enterprises
Each course will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). Participants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! This six-part course was created by the Livestock Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/iyk21t. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Livestock. Contact Name: William Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
What you will learn:
Planning for and meeting monthly expenses
Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing
How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants
Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors
Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Clark. Contact Name: Crystal Walters. Contact Email: crystal.walters@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 7157435126.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Greenwood Public Library.
For more info visit clark.extension.wisc.edu. Encouraging Financial Conversations Foundations Training
Unsure about how to discuss money with your clients? Encouraging Financial Conversations is an Extension developed series that will help you engage in positive conversations around money. The six-hour training is geared for helping professionals (case managers, social workers, and other front line staff), but open to anyone! You will learn how to help empower others to achieve their financial goals and manage their money.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Dane. Kenosha. Racine. Milwaukee. Walworth. Contact Name: Sarah Hawks. Contact phone: 2627672916. Contact Email: sarah.hawks@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/efc.krw.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Rent Smart is designed to help those who have little to no rental experience or those who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing. Participants may be first time renters, as they graduate from school, homeowners transitioning to renting, individuals with poor rental or,
credit history, or individuals who have other issues that may cause potential landlords to perceive them as high-risk tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Monday
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Midwest Cover Crop Council Conference
The Midwest Cover Crops Council's annual meeting and cover crop conference will be held at the Grand River Center in Dubuque, Iowa on February 10 & 11, 2026. Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Midwest Cover Crops Council!
Producers, students, scientists, and industry partners will come together to discuss current cover crop topics and their significance to agriculture and conservation. A range of topics centered around the management and utilization of cover crops will be presented by regional university, farmer, and government experts. Around 300 researchers, educators, and farmers from around the region are expected to attend. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about integrating cover crops on the farm. The cover crop conference features breakout sessions focusing on covercrops in row crop systems, cover crops used for livestock forage and grazing resources, and conservation-related topics.
Registration costs $110 per day if registered before January 10th, and $125 per…
Cost: $125/day. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Statewide. Topic: Crops & Soils. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Daniel Smith.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Dubuque, IA.
For more info visit www.regcytes.extension.iastate.edu. 7.1 Structural Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: PAT Program. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-262-7588.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Kalahari Resort, 1305 Kalahari Drive, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Specialty Grower Succession Workshop
This hands-on workshop is designed to help farm families create a clear, confident path for future generations. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to transform succession planning from overwhelming to organized, with a personalized approach tailored to their farming operation.
Workshop Highlights Include: Common traits of highly successful farm transitions Communicating with the right people, at the right time, on the right topics Business continuity and governance Management and leadership transition Estate planning and wealth preservation Your personal roadmap to succession, Event Details: Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Cranberry Innovation Center, W8510 County Rd O, Black River Falls, WI 54615 Registration Deadline: February 3, 2026 Register at: uncommonfarms.com/succession-workshop-february-2026
The event will be led by Mike Downey, Succession Planning Manager at UnCommon Farms, alongside Joy Kirkpatrick, Farm Succession Outreach…
Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Crops & Soils. Farm Management. County: Jackson. Trempealeau. Buffalo. Eau Claire. Clark. Wood. Marathon. Chippewa. Dunn. La Crosse. Monroe. Juneau. Portage. Adams. Contact Name: Joy Kirkpatrick. Contact Email: joy.kirkpatrick@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608.263.3485.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Cranberry Innovation Center, W8510 County Rd O, Black River Falls, WI.
For more info visit uncommonfarms.com. Rent Smart Train the Trainer - Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2026
This training is designed to help trainers facilitate the Rent Smart program effectively in their own organizations and communities.
FREE
Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord.
What your learners will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Amanda Kostman. Contact Email: amanda.kostman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2627414961.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Fathers Teach Values
Focus on Fathers is a free monthly online lunch-and-learn series, designed for dads, and is open to all parents and caregivers. Strengthen family bonds, support your child’s emotional growth, and connect with others navigating the joys and challenges of parenting today. Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1 PM.
This month's class is called Fathers Teach Values. Join us to explore how to teach honesty, kindness, and strong values through everyday conversations. Your voice matters. Let’s raise great kids together.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/q07qp0.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Patricia Carroll. Contact Email: patricia.carroll@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 386-3790.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
This class if virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Focus on Fathers
Focus on Fathers, Description: Looking to build a stronger
bond with your child and connect with other parents? Focus on Fathers is a free, online parenting series designed especially for dads and open to everyone. Join anytime! This series offers something valuable for everyone.
2026 Schedule: Jan 13: Fathers Help Children Stand Up for Themselves, Feb 10: Fathers Teach Values, March 10: Fathers Teach Kindness, April 14: Fathers Communicate with Children, May 12: Relax and Enjoy Fathering, June 9: Fathers Teach Perspective, July 14: Fathers Help Children Make Good Choices, August 11: Fathers Help Children Handle Emotions, September 8: Fathers Teach Children To Be Good Citizens
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/q07qp0.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/q07qp0. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Free Events. Topic: Parenting. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Patricia Carroll. Contact Email: patricia.carroll@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 386-3790.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. School for Beginning Beef Production
Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. Jan 27: Business of beef: what are your options? Jan 29: Setting goals and marketing, Feb 3: Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition, Feb 5: Veterinary, biosecurity, and recordkeeping skills, Feb 10: Herd reproduction to build your future, Feb 12: Annual forage management and intro to stocker, backgrounder, finishing enterprises
Each course will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). Participants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! This six-part course was created by the Livestock Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/iyk21t. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Livestock. Contact Name: William Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Mauston: Outdoors Forever Clubhouse.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Agritourism Business Development Training - Webinar Series
WI Extension Community Development
This training, developed by Extension’s Agriculture and Community Development Institutes, assists farmers with starting an agritourism business. It also connects farmers with community developers and encourages participants to design businesses that are community-oriented. It provides guidance for community developers to support on-farm businesses and incorporate agritourism into rural economic development strategy.
Module 3: Community Connections: What need are you satisfying?
Module 4: Risk & Regulation: What risks do you need to address?
Module 5: Financial Analysis: How do you know if you’ll be profitable?
Module 6: Marketing and Placemaking: What will your customer experience be like?
See separate listing for the in-person kick-off event on January 31st offering Modules 1 & 2.
Cost: No cost. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Community Food Systems. Community & Economic Development. County: Crawford. Grant. Lafayette. Vernon. Richland. Contact Name: Sara Tedeschi. Contact phone: 6083261134. Contact Email: sara.tedeschi@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit economicdevelopment.extension.wisc.edu. How to Help Child Who Feels Down
Note: This is a two-part class taking place on February 11 and February 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Please plan to attend both classes.
We all feel down and blue from time to time, but some people can get stuck feeling that way. When this happens to our children, it can be really hard for them, and for us as their concerned parents. This two-part class will teach you the knowledge and research-based skills to help your child feel better.
In particular, you will learn: What mood is, What factors influence mood, How to help your child improve their mood.
This class is intended for parents of children who feel a little down. If your child struggles with more serious depression, please contact a mental health professional or school counselor.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://forms.gle/4AoeUKE1hPxJ5NaY7.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Lindsay Weymouth. Contact Email: lindsay.weymouth@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082655785.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit forms.gle. Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course 2026
The Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.
The short course is offered online via Zoom. Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons in February, from 1 pm-3:30 pm. There are two speakers for each session date and you can choose to register for all four sessions or selected weekly sessions. If attending all four sessions, the cost is $60, each selected weekly session is $25.
The classes will only be available during the live presentation on the specified date and time. They will NOT be available to view later. No refunds are available. An email will be sent the day before the class to registered participants with their personal link to access that specific Zoom session. This requires a unique email address for EACH registrant.
Cost: $60 for all four sessions or $25 each. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. Planning Ahead (virtual) - Door
Planning Ahead for end of this life. Program topics: getting started, handling financial changes, advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, choices in end-of-life care, final wishes, and understanding grief.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MivsnnhsSmEJ3E. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Door. Kewaunee. Brown. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Virtual - Zoom.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. How to Help Child Who Feels Down
Note: This is a two-part class taking place on February 11 and February 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Please plan to attend both classes.
,
We all feel down and blue from time to time, but some people can get stuck feeling that way. When this happens to our children, it can be really hard for them, and for us as their concerned parents. This two-part class will teach you the knowledge and research-based skills to help your child feel better.
,
In particular, you will learn:
What mood is
, What factors influence mood
, How to help your child improve their mood.
,
This class is intended for parents of children who feel a little down. If your child struggles with more serious depression, please contact a mental health professional or school counselor.
,
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://forms.gle/4AoeUKE1hPxJ5NaY7.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lindsay Weymouth. Contact Email: lindsay.weymouth@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082655785.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit forms.gle. Save a Calf, Save a Cow-Dairy Workshop
This transition cow, newborn calf management and obstetrics workshop includes practice with the calving model and Spanish interpretation. Space is limited to the first 15 paid registrants, payment must be received by Feb 4, 2026. To learn more and to register online with a credit card, visit https;//go.wisc.edu or call 715-748-1413 with registration help or to pay by check.
Cost: $20/person. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Dairy. Livestock. Named Program: Ag - FarmReadyResearch. County: Chippewa. Clark. Lincoln. Marathon. Price. Rusk. Taylor. Eau Claire. Dunn. Jackson. Wood. Contact Name: Sandra Stuttgen. Contact Email: sandra.stuttgen@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-748-3327.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 9:30 PM – Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:30 AM.
Education Center, 624 E. College St. Medford, WI 54451.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu.
Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Chippewa Falls: Market on the River.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD (New London)
Planning Ahead is a 7-week program that helps you make important end-of-life decisions so your loved ones won’t have to face them alone. Topics include getting started with planning, handling financial changes, creating advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, exploring choices in end-of-life care, documenting your final wishes, and understanding the grief process. Call Lori at the New London Senior Center to register: 920-982-8522.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Waupaca. Outagamie. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
New London Senior Center
Activity Room
600 W. Washington St.
New London, WI.
Rent Smart Train the Trainer - Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2026
This training is designed to help trainers facilitate the Rent Smart program effectively in their own organizations and communities.
FREE
Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord.
What your learners will learn: Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Amanda Kostman. Contact Email: amanda.kostman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2627414961.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Winter Farm Market Update
The Winter Farm Market Update is an in-person educational program focused on current conditions and outlooks in agricultural markets. The program will cover grain and dairy market trends, milk price and margin outlooks, feed cost conditions, and broader farm income considerations. Additional discussion will address risk management implications and how current market signals may influence farm-level decision-making in 2026.
Presentations will include Leonard Polzin, University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension, discussing dairy markets, margins, and policy considerations, and Guang Tian, University of Wisconsin–Madison doctoral student, presenting on the outlook for farm markets and the broader agricultural economy. Industry partners will also contribute perspectives. Time will be reserved for questions and discussion. Lunch is provided.
Cost: $0. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Farm Management. County: Jackson. Monroe. La Crosse. Juneau. Wood. Trempealeau. Eau Claire. Contact Name: Max Hart. Contact Email: maxhart@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 715-896-4508.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Melrose American Legion Hall
303 N Washington St
Melrose WI 54642.
Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life.
This program is for people who: Are interested in planning for the end-of-life to make things easier for family members, Have lost a loved one, Are in the process of losing a loved one and are dealing with the transition.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Thursday
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Adults with Chronic Conditions
Are you a family caregiver? Register now for Powerful Tools for Caregivers! This 6 week evidence-based workshop will help you: Build confidence in your decisions, Manage time, set goals, and solve problems, Better communicate your feelings, Make tough decisions, Locate helpful resource, This program includes a free participant workbook!
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. County: Waupaca. Oconto. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. School for Beginning Beef Production
Maybe you are new to beef production or perhaps you are a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to beef production. If so, join the School for Beginning Beef Production. Jan 27: Business of beef: what are your options? Jan 29: Setting goals and marketing, Feb 3: Perennial forage management and cow-calf nutrition, Feb 5: Veterinary, biosecurity, and recordkeeping skills, Feb 10: Herd reproduction to build your future, Feb 12: Annual forage management and intro to stocker, backgrounder, finishing enterprises
Each course will be held online via ZOOM from 7 – 8.30 pm (Central). Participants will receive additional resources. Course registration closes on Jan 26! This six-part course was created by the Livestock Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/iyk21t. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Livestock. Contact Name: William Halfman. Contact Email: william.halfman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-327-9855.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. 2026 Cold Climate Fruit Webinar Series - Part 2: NEWA Fire Blight and Apple Scab
Join us for Part 2 of the 2026 Cold Climate Fruit Webinar Series, hosted by UW-Madison Extension. Dr. Kerik Cox (Cornell University) will discuss background information and updates to the fire blight and apple scab NEWA models.
Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2Iw85pd1Q1WI_IrMBei8lA#/registration. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Topic: Crops & Soils. Contact Name: Josie Dillon. Contact Email: josie.dillon@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-733-0895.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit fruit.wisc.edu. Encouraging Financial Conversations Foundations Training
Unsure about how to discuss money with your clients? Encouraging Financial Conversations is an Extension developed series that will help you engage in positive conversations around money. The six-hour training is geared for helping professionals (case managers, social workers, and other front line staff), but open to anyone! You will learn how to help empower others to achieve their financial goals and manage their money.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Dane. Kenosha. Racine. Milwaukee. Walworth. Contact Name: Sarah Hawks. Contact phone: 2627672916. Contact Email: sarah.hawks@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/efc.krw.
Monday, February 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training - Altoona
Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is a program that provides systematic information to U.S. beef producers of how good husbandry techniques can be coupled with accepted scientific knowledge to raise cattle under optimum management conditions. Register at https://www.beeftips.com/cattlemens-corner/beef-quality-assurance/bqa-registration-form/ or call 1-800-728-2333.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: No. Event Type: In-person. Free Events. Topic: Livestock. County: Chippewa. Clark. Dunn. Eau Claire. Taylor. Contact Name: Ryan Sterry. Contact Email: ryan.sterry@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 7153086423.
Monday, February 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Eau Claire County Extension Office, 227 1st
Street West, Altoona, WI.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Badger Dairy Insight
A monthly webinar on topics from reproduction and genetics, animal health and welfare, nutrition, and emerging technologies. To see the monthly speaker please visit https://dairy.extension.wisc.edu.
Registration Required: No. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Named Program: Ag - FarmReadyResearch. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Jackie McCarville. Contact phone: 6085760147. Contact Email: jackie.mccarville@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit dairy.extension.wisc.edu. Avian Flu (HPAI) Webinar - Best Practices for Dairy Farms & Dairy Employees
Learn about best practices for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) monitoring, prevention, and response for large dairy herds. Content will address both the animal and human concerns for farms.
Speakers:
, Dr. Kate McCoy - Occupational Health and Safety Surveillance Unit Supervisor, Dept. of Health and Human Services, Dr. Keith Poulsen - Director, Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
Cost: 0. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Dairy. Farm Management. Livestock. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kim Kester. Contact Email: kkester@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s0Nj665yTRiVaFrIaWw2xw.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit uwmadison.zoom.us. Milk Quality from the Udder World - Trainer Certification Program
Milk Quality from the Udder World is a certification program that builds confident, effective trainers who can lead their teams to implement best practices.
Participants learn how to explain the why behind each step of the milking routine, coach teams to work consistently, and develop the skills needed to prevent mastitis and produce high-quality milk.
To earn the certification, participants must complete two components:
Self-paced online course (about 2 hours) – must be completed before attending the workshop: The course includes five interactive modules covering milk quality, udder anatomy and function, and strategies to maintain healthy udders. After registration, participants receive an email with a link to access the online course. All modules must be completed before the in-person workshop.
One-day, in-person workshop (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.): Participants practice hands-on skills and strengthen their ability to train, communicate, and provide feedback to their teams. The workshop runs from…
Cost: 95. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Dairy. County: Kewaunee. Contact Name: Carolina Pinzon. Contact phone: 9205394602. Contact Email: pinzon@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 3rd St, Luxemburg, Wisconsin 54217.
For more info visit dairy.extension.wisc.edu. Agritourism Business Development Training - Webinar Series
WI Extension Community Development
This training, developed by Extension’s Agriculture and Community Development Institutes, assists farmers with starting an agritourism business. It also connects farmers with community developers and encourages participants to design businesses that are community-oriented. It provides guidance for community developers to support on-farm businesses and incorporate agritourism into rural economic development strategy.
Module 3: Community Connections: What need are you satisfying?
Module 4: Risk & Regulation: What risks do you need to address?
Module 5: Financial Analysis: How do you know if you’ll be profitable?
Module 6: Marketing and Placemaking: What will your customer experience be like?
See separate listing for the in-person kick-off event on January 31st offering Modules 1 & 2.
Cost: No cost. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Community Food Systems. Community & Economic Development. County: Crawford. Grant. Lafayette. Vernon. Richland. Contact Name: Sara Tedeschi. Contact phone: 6083261134. Contact Email: sara.tedeschi@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit economicdevelopment.extension.wisc.edu. How to Help Child Who Feels Down
Note: This is a two-part class taking place on February 11 and February 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Please plan to attend both classes.
We all feel down and blue from time to time, but some people can get stuck feeling that way. When this happens to our children, it can be really hard for them, and for us as their concerned parents. This two-part class will teach you the knowledge and research-based skills to help your child feel better.
In particular, you will learn: What mood is, What factors influence mood, How to help your child improve their mood.
This class is intended for parents of children who feel a little down. If your child struggles with more serious depression, please contact a mental health professional or school counselor.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://forms.gle/4AoeUKE1hPxJ5NaY7.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Lindsay Weymouth. Contact Email: lindsay.weymouth@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082655785.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit forms.gle. Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course 2026
The Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.
The short course is offered online via Zoom. Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons in February, from 1 pm-3:30 pm. There are two speakers for each session date and you can choose to register for all four sessions or selected weekly sessions. If attending all four sessions, the cost is $60, each selected weekly session is $25.
The classes will only be available during the live presentation on the specified date and time. They will NOT be available to view later. No refunds are available. An email will be sent the day before the class to registered participants with their personal link to access that specific Zoom session. This requires a unique email address for EACH registrant.
Cost: $60 for all four sessions or $25 each. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. Planning Ahead (virtual) - Door
Planning Ahead for end of this life. Program topics: getting started, handling financial changes, advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, choices in end-of-life care, final wishes, and understanding grief.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MivsnnhsSmEJ3E. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Door. Kewaunee. Brown. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2263.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Virtual - Zoom.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. How to Help Child Who Feels Down
Note: This is a two-part class taking place on February 11 and February 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Please plan to attend both classes.
,
We all feel down and blue from time to time, but some people can get stuck feeling that way. When this happens to our children, it can be really hard for them, and for us as their concerned parents. This two-part class will teach you the knowledge and research-based skills to help your child feel better.
,
In particular, you will learn:
What mood is
, What factors influence mood
, How to help your child improve their mood.
,
This class is intended for parents of children who feel a little down. If your child struggles with more serious depression, please contact a mental health professional or school counselor.
,
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://forms.gle/4AoeUKE1hPxJ5NaY7.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lindsay Weymouth. Contact Email: lindsay.weymouth@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082655785.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM.
This class is virtual.
For more info visit forms.gle. CAFO Workshop Series
UW–Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Designed for producers and their key employees with (or considering) WPDES CAFO permits, their consultants, and agency staff, the workshops will focus on several themes: Preventing common issues with permit renewals/applications , Nutrient management policy updates , Permitting process updates, In addition to DNR staff addressing these and other topics, each location will feature a farmer/agronomist panel focusing on manure hauling/recordkeeping and a research update on addressing common cause of manure spills. Two of the workshop locations (Green Bay and Mauston) will feature separate morning sessions for engineering consultants focusing on more technical information. Registration (for the…
Cost: TBD. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Virtual/Online. Topic: Dairy. Crops & Soils. Livestock. Water Resources. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Kevin Erb. Contact phone: 920-391-4652. Contact Email: kevin.erb@wisc.edu. Webinar: http://go.wisc.edu/CAFO2026.
Thursday, February 19, 2026.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. 2026 Chippewa Valley Ag Conference
2026 Chippewa Valley Ag Conference, Overview
Join us at the 2026 Chippewa Valley Ag Conference for a full day of learning, networking, and engagement focused on agriculture.
The conference will be held at The Florian Gardens Conference Center and is designed for agricultural producers, agribusiness professionals, and others working across the agricultural sector. Participants will gain practical, research-based insights relevant to decision-making for the upcoming production and marketing season.
The program features a keynote address by Matt Reardon, a panel discussion with local farmers, and multiple timely breakout sessions covering current issues in agriculture. Leonard Polzin, Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist with UW–Madison Division of Extension, will lead a breakout session focused on dairy markets and policy considerations. Additional opportunities for peer-to-peer networking will be available throughout the day.
Whether you are a long-established producer or newer to…
Cost: $30. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Farm Management. Contact Name: Becky Seelen. Contact phone: 715-930-7030. Contact Email: bseelen@sfbank.com.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:45 PM.
The Florian Gardens Conference Center
2340 Lorch Ave
Eau Claire WI 54701.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Planning AHEAD (New London)
Planning Ahead is a 7-week program that helps you make important end-of-life decisions so your loved ones won’t have to face them alone. Topics include getting started with planning, handling financial changes, creating advance medical and legal directives, estate planning, exploring choices in end-of-life care, documenting your final wishes, and understanding the grief process. Call Lori at the New London Senior Center to register: 920-982-8522.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. Personal Finances. County: Waupaca. Outagamie. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
New London Senior Center
Activity Room
600 W. Washington St.
New London, WI.
SPANISH- Milk Quality from the Udder World - Trainer Certification Program
Milk Quality from the Udder World is a certification program that builds confident, effective trainers who can lead their teams to implement best practices.
Participants learn how to explain the why behind each step of the milking routine, coach teams to work consistently, and develop the skills needed to prevent mastitis and produce high-quality milk.
To earn the certification, participants must complete two components:
Self-paced online course (about 2 hours) – must be completed before attending the workshop: The course includes five interactive modules covering milk quality, udder anatomy and function, and strategies to maintain healthy udders. After registration, participants receive an email with a link to access the online course. All modules must be completed before the in-person workshop.
One-day, in-person workshop (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.): Participants practice hands-on skills and strengthen their ability to train, communicate, and provide feedback to their teams. The workshop runs from…
Cost: 95. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Dairy. County: Kewaunee. Contact Name: Carolina Pinzon. Contact phone: 9205394602. Contact Email: pinzon@wisc.edu.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 3rd St, Luxemburg, Wisconsin 54217.
For more info visit dairy.extension.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life.
This program is for people who: Are interested in planning for the end-of-life to make things easier for family members, Have lost a loved one, Are in the process of losing a loved one and are dealing with the transition.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Thursday
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Planning AHEAD
Register for the series with George Elias at Calvary Bible Church at 920-475-8114. Registration is only open to those who attend Calvary Bible Church. Limited to 30 participants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Calvary Bible Church, 1450 Oakridge Road, Neenah, WI.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Adults with Chronic Conditions
Are you a family caregiver? Register now for Powerful Tools for Caregivers! This 6 week evidence-based workshop will help you: Build confidence in your decisions, Manage time, set goals, and solve problems, Better communicate your feelings, Make tough decisions, Locate helpful resource, This program includes a free participant workbook!
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. County: Waupaca. Oconto. Contact Name: Alicia Utke. Contact Email: alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-412-1348.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Vegetable Production Winter Webinar Series: Vegetable Irrigation Planning
Join Tom Bryan for stories of success, regrets, and automation for 1-5 acre vegetable irrigation systems. From drip tape and wobblers to hardening-off misters and seedling flood tables, irrigation design is always a custom job. So how do you (re)design your own? Tom will discuss his most recent farm project's irrigation design, decisions he regrets, and cheap automation tools. Please come prepared to share your irrigation frustrations and discuss solutions.
Cost: FREE. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/r5hiyi. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Crops & Soils. Contact Name: Ann Kowenstrot. Contact Email: ann.kowenstrot@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2628571947.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu. Vegetable Production Winter Webinar Series: Vegetable Irrigation Planning
Join Tom Bryan for stories of success, regrets, and automation for 1-5 acre vegetable irrigation systems. From drip tape and wobblers to hardening-off misters and seedling flood tables, irrigation design is always a custom job. So how do you (re)design your own? Tom will discuss his most recent farm project's irrigation design, decisions he regrets, and cheap automation tools. Please come prepared to share your irrigation frustrations and discuss solutions.
Cost: FREE. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/r5hiyi. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Crops & Soils. Contact Name: Ann Kowenstrot. Contact Email: ann.kowenstrot@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2628571947.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Composting
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
Composting is a great way to dispose of leftover crop material and turn it into valuable organic matter that you can use later to improve the structure, water-holding capacity, and nutrient content of your soil. Basic composting theory, troubleshooting, and several methods of composting will be covered.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. AgrAbility Virtual Neighbor-to-Neighbor Series
🌾 Let’s Talk Farming—Neighbor to Neighbor! 🌾 AgrAbility of Wisconsin invites you to join our virtual Neighbor-to-Neighbor meetings, a relaxed space to connect, share stories, and explore ways to make farming more accessible and sustainable. 🗓 Upcoming Dates: Feb. 19 | 6:00–6:45pm
No formal presentations, just real talk with real neighbors. Bring your lunch, your favorite drink, and your thoughts. Whether you're a farmer, service provider, or community member, we’d love to have you join the conversation. 📲 Register once, attend any or all sessions: 🔗 https://go.wisc.edu/s138qq.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Farm Management. Crops & Soils. Dairy. Health & Well-Being. Livestock. Contact Name: Michelle Bachand. Contact Email: agrability@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-262-9336.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Beef Roundup Webinar Series
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension Livestock educators will be joined by Extension Specialists recognized as industry experts from Texas A&M, Nebraska, Kansas State, and Iowa State, to share information on timely topics in beef production. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with other producers and professionals in the beef industry.
1.) December 11th, 2025: Handling Facilities with Dr. Ron Gill, Texas A&M Extension Livestock Specialist
2.) January 15th, 2026: Unlocking the Full Potential of Growth-Enhancing Technologies with Dr. Jessica Sperber, University of Nebraska- Lincoln Extension Feedlot Specialist
3.) February 19th, 2026: Asian Longhorned Tick, Dr. Cassandra Olds, Kansas State, Extension Entomologist
4.) March 19th, 2026: Key Considerations for Rebuilding Your Cow Herd with Dr. Randie Culbertson, Iowa State, Extension Cow-calf Specialist
All webinars will be held from 7-8pm CST. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with other producers and professionals…
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q_gUWguARbG-Tlt-yFARLQ#/registration. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Dairy. Livestock. Contact Name: Adam Hartfiel. Contact Email: adam.hartfiel@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9206476560.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Virtual Webinar Series.
For more info visit livestock.extension.wisc.edu. Sand Counties Master Naturalist Training
A 40-hour training, meeting Fridays and Saturdays February-October, filled with outdoor learning experiences about Wisconsin's natural world. Check out the training page for details, including full schedule and registration information: https://go.wisc.edu/8k58e6.
Cost: $300. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Named Program: NRI - Master Naturalist. County: Wood. Jackson. Portage. Sauk. Contact Name: Becky Sapper. Contact Email: becky.sapper@wisc.edu.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Sand Valley Golf Resort, 1697 Leopold Way, Nekoosa (Town of Rome), WI 54457.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. CANCELLED - 2026 PDDC Ask the Experts Q&A Series
Join Brian Hudelson (of the PDDC and affectionately known as “Dr. Death”), Laura Jull (certified arborist, former member of the UW-Madison Department of Horticulture, and affectionately known as “The Laurox”), Lis Friemoth (former Walworth County horticulturist and affectionately known as “The Garden Hoe”), and Diana Alfuth (former UW Extension horticulture educator for Pierce and St. Croix Counties) for monthly online programs in 2026. Each free session, held on Monday afternoons from 1:00-2:00 pm, is your chance to ask your burning gardening questions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to cultivate your knowledge and keep your plants thriving.
Cost: None. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Brian Hudelson.
Monday, February 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit pddc.wisc.edu. Encouraging Financial Conversations Foundations Training
Unsure about how to discuss money with your clients? Encouraging Financial Conversations is an Extension developed series that will help you engage in positive conversations around money. The six-hour training is geared for helping professionals (case managers, social workers, and other front line staff), but open to anyone! You will learn how to help empower others to achieve their financial goals and manage their money.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Dane. Kenosha. Racine. Milwaukee. Walworth. Contact Name: Sarah Hawks. Contact phone: 2627672916. Contact Email: sarah.hawks@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/efc.krw.
Monday, February 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Rent Smart is designed to help those who have little to no rental experience or those who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing. Participants may be first time renters, as they graduate from school, homeowners transitioning to renting, individuals with poor rental or,
credit history, or individuals who have other issues that may cause potential landlords to perceive them as high-risk tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Monday, February 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Monday
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. 1.1 Field & Vegetable Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
The Metropolis - Skybox Banquet Hall, 5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54701.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Shaping Tomorrow's Milking Technologies
Shaping Tomorrow’s Milking Technologies
Free Conference Explores the Future of Advanced Milking Technologies
Dairy farmers, consultants, students, and service providers are invited to attend an innovative conference on robotic and advanced milking technologies. This event will feature expert presentations from the University of Wisconsin, the University of Minnesota, and Iowa State University Extension, focusing on the profitability, labor efficiency, and herd health impacts of these technologies.
Event Details:
The conference is offered at two locations to better serve and connect with farmers across Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota. Registration starts at 9:30am with the program starting at 10:00 am.
, Iowa: Tuesday, February 10, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Terrace View Sioux Center (230 St Andrews Way, Sioux Center, IA 51250), Wisconsin: Wednesday, February 25, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Crawford County Extension (225 N Beaumont Rd, Prairie du Chien, WI 53821), Why Attend:
Attendees will gain valuable…
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Statewide. Topic: Dairy. Farm Management. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Stephanie Plaster.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Crawford County Extension (225 N Beaumont Rd, Prairie du Chien, WI 53821).
For more info visit go.iastate.edu. Luana Savings Bank Ag Symposium
Luana Savings Bank Annual Farmer Meeting
Leonard Polzin, Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist with the University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension, will present a dairy markets outlook at the annual farmer meeting hosted by Luana Savings Bank.
The program is designed for agricultural producers in northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin and will focus on current conditions in U.S. dairy markets, including recent price movements, supply and demand fundamentals, and policy-related considerations relevant to farm-level decision-making. The dairy markets presentation will complement additional program content covering grain markets and crop insurance topics.
The meeting is held annually and typically draws 30 to 50 farmers from the region. Lunch is provided, followed by the afternoon speaker program.
Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Farm Management. Contact Name: Geordan Hanson. Contact phone: 563-539-2166. Contact Email: ghanson@luanasavingsbank.com.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Luana Savings Bank
100 Harvest Drive
Luana, Iowa 52156.
For more info visit www.luanasavingsbank.com. Agritourism Business Development Training - Webinar Series
WI Extension Community Development
This training, developed by Extension’s Agriculture and Community Development Institutes, assists farmers with starting an agritourism business. It also connects farmers with community developers and encourages participants to design businesses that are community-oriented. It provides guidance for community developers to support on-farm businesses and incorporate agritourism into rural economic development strategy.
Module 3: Community Connections: What need are you satisfying?
Module 4: Risk & Regulation: What risks do you need to address?
Module 5: Financial Analysis: How do you know if you’ll be profitable?
Module 6: Marketing and Placemaking: What will your customer experience be like?
See separate listing for the in-person kick-off event on January 31st offering Modules 1 & 2.
Cost: No cost. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Topic: Community Food Systems. Community & Economic Development. County: Crawford. Grant. Lafayette. Vernon. Richland. Contact Name: Sara Tedeschi. Contact phone: 6083261134. Contact Email: sara.tedeschi@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit economicdevelopment.extension.wisc.edu. Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course 2026
The Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.
The short course is offered online via Zoom. Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons in February, from 1 pm-3:30 pm. There are two speakers for each session date and you can choose to register for all four sessions or selected weekly sessions. If attending all four sessions, the cost is $60, each selected weekly session is $25.
The classes will only be available during the live presentation on the specified date and time. They will NOT be available to view later. No refunds are available. An email will be sent the day before the class to registered participants with their personal link to access that specific Zoom session. This requires a unique email address for EACH registrant.
Cost: $60 for all four sessions or $25 each. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. Houseplant Essentials
Learn about the essentials of what houseplants need, common problems, and tips to get your plants back into shape!
Optional: Do you have a houseplant that doesn't look so good? Bring it with you and we will figure out how to make it thrive.
This free event is hosted by UW Extension Horticulture Educator Julie Hill.
Held in the Library Meeting Room.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Jefferson. Contact Name: Julie Hill. Contact phone: 2627414958. Contact Email: julie.hill@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Jefferson Public Library
321 South Main St
Jefferson, WI 53549.
For more info visit live-jeffersonpl.pantheonsite.io. 2026 PDDC Plant Disease Talks - Fun and Games at the PDDC!
Join Brian Hudelson (of the PDDC and affectionately known as “Dr. Death”) to learn about the UW-Madison Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic and the services and activities that it sponsors. This presentation will include information on both the diagnostic services and outreach efforts provided by the PDDC, as well as information on new and (hopefully) fun and exciting projects that have recently debuted or are currently in the works.
Cost: None. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. Contact Name: Brian Hudelson.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit pddc.wisc.edu. Eau Claire County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Eau Claire. Contact Name: Kristi Peterson. Contact Email: kristi.peterson@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-839-4712.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Eau Claire County Extension Office, 227 1st St W A, Altoona, WI 54720.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Lafayette County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Lafayette. Contact Name: Jordyn Sattler. Contact Email: jordyn.sattler@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-228-0208.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Lafayette County Ames Multipurpse Building, 11974 Ames Rd, Darlington, WI 53530.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Marathon County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Marathon. Contact Name: Melissa Ohlrich. Contact Email: melissa.ohlrich@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-743-5124.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Lake View Conference Center, 1000 Lake View Drive, Wausau, WI 54403.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Outagamie County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Outagamie. Contact Name: Amy Beck. Contact Email: amy.beck@outagamie.org. Contact phone: 920-832-1859.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Extension Outagamie County Office, 3365 W Brewster St, Appleton, WI 54914.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Portage County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Portage. Contact Name: Denise Rocha. Contact Email: denise.rocha@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 715-346-1316.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Portage Co Annex Building, 1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point, WI 54481.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Rock County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Rock. Contact Name: Brad Meier. Contact Email: bradley.meier@co.rock.wi.us. Contact phone: 608-757-5066.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Rock County Extension, 3506 US 51, Janesville, WI 53545.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Sauk County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Sauk. Contact Name: Jennifer Nelson. Contact Email: jennifer.nelson@saukcountywi.gov. Contact phone: 608-355-3250.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Sauk County West Square Building, 505 Broadway St. Baraboo, WI 53913.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Vernon County- General Farm Pesticide Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 10.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. County: Vernon. Contact Name: Miranda Wontor. Contact Email: mwontor@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-637-5267.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Vernon County Building, 1320 Bad Axe Ct, Viroqua, WI 54665.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register for the series with George Elias at Calvary Bible Church at 920-475-8114. Registration is only open to those who attend Calvary Bible Church. Limited to 30 participants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Calvary Bible Church, 1450 Oakridge Road, Neenah, WI.
Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Vegetable Insect Management
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
Dr. Russ Groves of UW-Madison Wisconsin Vegetable Crop Entomology will review the life cycles common insect pests of a variety of crops and give you techniques to combat them in the garden. You will receive a number of electronic fact sheets on insects covered during the talk.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Human Club: MUD Potluck
Come eat, share, and grow with Human Club and the Milwaukee Urban Demo Farms (MUD) Network!
REGISTER HERE
Guests are invited to bring a potluck-style dish or a recipe to share as we gather for food and conversation. Participants will also have the chance to plant seeds with the MUD Network and get their hands a little dirty while thinking about care and connection in Milwaukee. Optional donations of unopened, unexpired non-perishables will be collected for UWM’s campus food pantry.
Let’s mix, mingle, and dig in – literally and figuratively.
About C21
Since 1968, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Center for 21st Century Studies (C21) has worked to build a community of scholars to address the most pressing issues of our time. As one of the first humanities research centers in the United States, C21 has been at the forefront of major developments in interdisciplinary humanities for over half a century. Through collaboration and individual reflection, C21 fosters innovative research at the intersection of…
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Community Food Systems. Gardening & Horticulture. Named Program: CDI - Milwaukee Urban Demonstration Farms. County: Milwaukee. Contact Name: Meag Sargent. Contact Email: mudfarms@extension.wisc.edu. Contact phone: (414) 615-0531.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Curtin 939
3243 N Downer Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
United States.
For more info visit uwm.edu. Madison Parks/FUN Master Naturalist Training
A 40 hour training, meeting February-November, filled with outdoor learning experiences about Wisconsin’s natural world. Check out the training page for details, including full schedule and registration information: https://go.wisc.edu/h249gs.
Cost: $300. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Named Program: NRI - Master Naturalist. County: Dane. Contact Name: Becky Sapper. Contact Email: becky.sapper@wisc.edu.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Warner Park Community Center, 1625 Northport Dr, Madison, WI 53704.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Encouraging Financial Conversations Foundations Training
Unsure about how to discuss money with your clients? Encouraging Financial Conversations is an Extension developed series that will help you engage in positive conversations around money. The six-hour training is geared for helping professionals (case managers, social workers, and other front line staff), but open to anyone! You will learn how to help empower others to achieve their financial goals and manage their money.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Dane. Kenosha. Racine. Milwaukee. Walworth. Contact Name: Sarah Hawks. Contact phone: 2627672916. Contact Email: sarah.hawks@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/efc.krw.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Rent Smart is designed to help those who have little to no rental experience or those who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing. Participants may be first time renters, as they graduate from school, homeowners transitioning to renting, individuals with poor rental or,
credit history, or individuals who have other issues that may cause potential landlords to perceive them as high-risk tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Monday
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Monthly Money Matters Live - Spending Plans & Budgeting
Want to feel more confident with or in control of your money?
Attend this session for a relaxed, hands-on workshop where we’ll talk about simple ways to track your spending, set goals, and build a budget that actually works for you.
Cost: FREE! Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Jonathon Ferguson. Contact Email: jonathon.ferguson@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Monthly Money Matters Live - Spending Plans & Budgeting
Want to feel more confident with or in control of your money?
Attend this session for a relaxed, hands-on workshop where we’ll talk about simple ways to track your spending, set goals, and build a budget that actually works for you.
Cost: FREE! Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Jonathon Ferguson. Contact Email: jonathon.ferguson@wisc.edu.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register with Outagamie County Extension at 920-832-5121 or https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. 3.0 Turf & Landscape Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
The Metropolis - Skybox Banquet Hall, 5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54701.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. Vegetable Production Winter Webinar Series: Managing Soil Water for Irrigated and Dryland Farming
Understanding how water moves, stores, and is available for plant uptake in the soil is one of the first steps in crop water management. This session will discuss how to determine plant available water, monitor soil moisture, and apply these approaches in everyday irrigation management.
Cost: FREE. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/em56q2. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Crops & Soils. Contact Name: Ann Kowenstrot. Contact Email: ann.kowenstrot@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2628571947.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu. Landscape Professionals Conference
Designed to enhance landscape professional skills with both classroom and hands-on training – at Sunnyview Expo Center in Oshkosh (500 E County Rd Y).
Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for one of three focus tracks: Hardscape, Landscape, or Maintenance. Every participant will receive additional education in Truck & Trailer Safety, and Personal Equipment Safety. The hands-on training is a great opportunity for new hired employees in addition to skill refresh for current teams.
Enhance skills in:
Safety, Tools, Operations, Plan Reading, Excavation, Patio & Retaining Wall Installation
Plant Identification, Planting Techniques, Edging Installation
Pruning, Turf, Fertilizer & Spray, Weed ID, Mulching, Insect Control, Lighting & Irrigation.
Cost: $150. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Brown. Calumet. Waupaca. Shawano. Contact Name: Kaitlin Bricco. Contact phone: 920-832-4764. Contact Email: kaitlin.bricco@wisc.edu.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – Thursday, March 5, 2026, 3:30 AM.
Sunnyview Expo Center, Oshkosh WI.
For more info visit outagamie.extension.wisc.edu. Understanding AI: A Forum for Local Government | Wisconsin Dells
WI Extension Community Development
Join Extension and UW-Madison experts at one of four locations throughout the state to gain a clear understanding of how local and tribal governments can use AI.
Through hands-on sessions and lectures tailored to address the unique needs of local government, participants will gain critical tools and strategies.
Cost: $50. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Statewide. Topic: Community & Economic Development. Local Government Education. Contact Name: John Parrish. Contact phone: (608) 263-5624. Contact Email: jcparrish@wisc.edu.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells.
For more info visit extension.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Emerging Berry Crops Winter Webinar Series: Elderberries and Currants
Considering growing berries for market or adding to your current production system? Join us in learning more about elderberries and currants as emerging berry crops in the Upper Midwest.
Presenter information:
Mike Breckel farms elderberries at Ocooch Mountain Elderberries in the Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin. He also conducts on-farm research and variety selections on his farm. In addition, Mike designs and sells high capacity rotary destemmers for commercial growers. He is a member of the Driftless Berry Growers, a collective of elderberry, currant, and aronia growers based in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin. Mike will share his experiences growing and marketing elderberries and his work building destemmers.
Dr. Lily Hislop is the elderberry and currant breeder at Savanna Institute, a non-profit based in Spring Green, Wisconsin that supports agroforestry in the Midwest. Her focus is breeding new cultivars to be disease resistant, easily harvested, flavorful, and suitable for growing in Midw…
Cost: FREE. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Crops & Soils. Named Program: Ag - Emerging Crops. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Ann Kowenstrot.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register for the series with George Elias at Calvary Bible Church at 920-475-8114. Registration is only open to those who attend Calvary Bible Church. Limited to 30 participants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Calvary Bible Church, 1450 Oakridge Road, Neenah, WI.
Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Vegetable Garden Weed Management
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
Learn how to identify various common weeds in the vegetable garden and use their life cycles and other techniques to manage them. Cultural techniques will be stressed, but organic and traditional chemical control products will be briefly discussed as well.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register with Outagamie County Extension at 920-832-5121 or https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. Resilient Co-Parenting: Co-Parenting Teens
Resilient Co-Parenting: Co-Parenting Teens, Description:
Resilient Co-Parenting is a monthly class series for parents and caregivers who are raising their children together while living apart. Join other parents and caregivers to receive support on your co-parenting journey.
This month’s class focuses on co-parenting teens. Teenagers need ongoing support to grow into happy, healthy adults. Learn cooperative co-parenting techniques to help your teen build positive family relationships, a healthy lifestyle, and community connections.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/132w5f.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/132w5f. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Hannah Zellmer. Contact Email: hannah.zellmer@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608 297 3139.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Parents Forever
Parents Forever
Parents Forever is an educational class for parents and caregivers in the process of divorce, already divorced, or never married but separating. In this class, you will learn how family transitions affect children and how children experience family conflict. You will learn how to care for yourself during your family transition and how to prevent and reduce conflict.
**Please Note: This class may or may not meet the requirement for court mandated co-parenting classes for divorcing parents. Please confirm with your county before registering for this class for that purpose.
💻 Virtual and low-cost
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://kewaunee.extension.wisc.edu/families-finances-wellness/co-parenting/.
Cost: $35. Registration Required: No. Webinar: https://kewaunee.extension.wisc.edu/families-finances-wellness/co-parenting/. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Renee Koenig. Contact Email: renee.koenig@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 388-7137.
Friday, March 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit kewaunee.extension.wisc.edu. Valuably Informed Thriving Agriculture Leader
The Valuably Informed Thriving Agriculture Leader (VITAL) program is an annual event organized by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension for dairy farmers, agriculture professionals, and dairy employees, where they have the opportunity to learn, network, and grow. Topics for the 2026 event will focus on heifers and calf health and management and proactively restoring personal life balance.
Cost: $30 before 3/5/26. $35 walk-in. Registration Required: No. Event Type: In-person. Statewide. Topic: Dairy. Farm Management. County: Brown. Door. Kewaunee. Manitowoc. Sheboygan. Fond du Lac. Dodge. Winnebago. Outagamie. Shawano. Marinette. Oconto. Contact Name: Aerica Bjurstrom. Contact phone: 920-388-7138. Contact Email: aerica.bjurstrom@wisc.edu.
Friday, March 6, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center
7001 Gass Lake Road
Manitowoc, WI 54220.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
What you will learn:
Planning for and meeting monthly expenses
Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing
How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants
Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors
Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Clark. Contact Name: Crystal Walters. Contact Email: crystal.walters@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 7157435126.
Friday, March 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Greenwood Public Library.
For more info visit clark.extension.wisc.edu. Making the Cut: Hands-on Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
Join us for a hands-on workshop focused on understanding the art and science of pruning your fruit trees. You will learn the essential why, when and how of fruit tree pruning to encourage healthy trees and improve fruit yield. We will discuss best pruning practices for different kinds of fruit trees, including young vs. mature trees. This is ideal for home fruit growers. After a classroom portion, we'll practice these skills in the Campus Garden. BYO tools (e.g. loppers, hand saws, hand pruners).
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Walworth. Jefferson. Rock. Contact Name: Julie Hill. Contact Email: julie.hill@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 2627414958.
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UW-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI.
For more info visit www.uww.edu. Seed-Starting Class
This in-person class for adults features a lecture on starting seeds of vegetable and flower seeds, followed by a hands-on session in the Dane County Extension greenhouse where you can practice techniques learned in class and leave with up to a flat of vegetable and flower seeds.
The class addresses how to best start seeds (indoors or outdoors) and grow healthy seedlings to be transplanted using proper media, media temperature, water, and lighting. The class allows the audience to gain greater success in seed-starting and maintaining healthy, robust seedlings that perform better in the garden and lead to better productivity of food crops and flowers.
Dates/Times
Choose one of the following dates:
Sunday, Mar 8, 2026 | 10a-12p
Monday, Mar 16, 2026 | 10a-12p
Sunday, Mar 29, 2026 | 10a-12p.
Cost: $13. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Dane. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UW–Madison Extension Dane County
5201 Fen Oak Drive
Madison, WI 53718.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. Encouraging Financial Conversations Foundations Training
Unsure about how to discuss money with your clients? Encouraging Financial Conversations is an Extension developed series that will help you engage in positive conversations around money. The six-hour training is geared for helping professionals (case managers, social workers, and other front line staff), but open to anyone! You will learn how to help empower others to achieve their financial goals and manage their money.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Dane. Kenosha. Racine. Milwaukee. Walworth. Contact Name: Sarah Hawks. Contact phone: 2627672916. Contact Email: sarah.hawks@wisc.edu. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/efc.krw.
Monday, March 9, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Fathers Teach Kindness
Focus on Fathers is a free monthly online lunch-and-learn series, designed for dads, and is open to all parents and caregivers. Strengthen family bonds, support your child’s emotional growth, and connect with others navigating the joys and challenges of parenting today. Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1 PM.
This month's class is called Fathers Teach Kindness. Telling kids to “be kind” isn’t enough—kindness is something they learn. This class helps fathers teach empathy, compassion, and caring through everyday moments. Join us and help your child grow into a kind and thoughtful person.
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/q07qp0.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Parenting. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Patricia Carroll. Contact Email: patricia.carroll@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 386-3790.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
This class if virtual.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Focus on Fathers
Focus on Fathers, Description: Looking to build a stronger
bond with your child and connect with other parents? Focus on Fathers is a free, online parenting series designed especially for dads and open to everyone. Join anytime! This series offers something valuable for everyone.
2026 Schedule: Jan 13: Fathers Help Children Stand Up for Themselves, Feb 10: Fathers Teach Values, March 10: Fathers Teach Kindness, April 14: Fathers Communicate with Children, May 12: Relax and Enjoy Fathering, June 9: Fathers Teach Perspective, July 14: Fathers Help Children Make Good Choices, August 11: Fathers Help Children Handle Emotions, September 8: Fathers Teach Children To Be Good Citizens
💻 Virtual and free
📌 Space is limited – registration is required
🔗 Indicate your interest here: https://go.wisc.edu/q07qp0.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/q07qp0. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Free Events. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Patricia Carroll. Contact Email: patricia.carroll@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 386-3790.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register with Outagamie County Extension at 920-832-5121 or https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. 3.0 Turf & Landscape Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Fox Valley Technical College - DJ Bordini Center, Rm BC112A, 5 N Systems Dr, Appleton, WI 54914.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. CANCELLED - 5.0 Aquatic & Mosquito Pesticide Certification Training
Pesticide applicator certification training event. We will spend time reviewing the training manual and answering questions. Following the review, the exam will be given.
You must register and purchase your training materials prior to the event. No walk-ins will be allowed on the day of training.
Lunch is not provided. Space is limited.
Cost: 35.00. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Topic: Pesticide Applicator Training. Named Program: Ag - Pesticide Applicator Training. Contact Name: Jean Siewert. Contact Email: patprogram@mailplus.wisc.edu. Contact phone: 6082627588.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit patstore.wisc.edu. StrongBodies
Progressive strength training program.
Cost: $10. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Health & Well-Being. Aging. Named Program: HWB - StrongBodies. County: Door. Contact Name: Paul Salm. Contact Email: pnsalm@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 920-746-2260.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
ADRC - Door County Community Center
914 N 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI.
For more info visit door.extension.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register for the series with George Elias at Calvary Bible Church at 920-475-8114. Registration is only open to those who attend Calvary Bible Church. Limited to 30 participants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. In-person. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Calvary Bible Church, 1450 Oakridge Road, Neenah, WI.
Green Thumb Gardening Winter 2026: Cover Crops for the Vegetable Garden
The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive. Speakers will include Extension Horticulture Educators and UW–Madison Dept. of Extension campus outreach specialists.
Cover crops bring extra nutrients to the soil and help control weeds. Some also attract pollinators, which can help increase your crop yield. We will talk about different types of cover crops to use in different situations, as well as when to plant and how to remove them.
Cost: $12. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Adams. Ashland. Barron. Bayfield. Brown. Buffalo. Burnett. Calumet. Chippewa. Clark. Columbia. Crawford. Dane. Dodge. Door. Douglas. Dunn. Eau Claire. Florence. Fond du Lac. Forest. Grant. Green. Green Lake. Iowa. Iron. Jackson. Jefferson. Juneau. Kenosha. Kewaunee. La Crosse. Lafayette. Langlade. Lincoln. Manitowoc. Marathon. Marinette. Marquette. Menominee. Milwaukee. Monroe. Oconto. Oneida. Outagamie. Ozaukee. Pepin. Pierce. Polk. Portage. Price. Racine.… Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact phone: 608-224-3715. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit dane.extension.wisc.edu. Planning AHEAD
Register with Outagamie County Extension at 920-832-5121 or https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://forms.gle/2wFRba28hEfa8cKL8. Event Type: Free Events. Statewide. Virtual/Online. Topic: Aging. County: Outagamie. Winnebago. Contact Name: Katie Gellings. Contact Email: katie.gellings@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 9208325126.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. 2026 Cold Climate Fruit Webinar Series - Part 3: Organic Fire Blight and Apple Scab Management
Join us for Part 3 of the 2026 Cold Climate Fruit Webinar Series, hosted by UW-Madison Extension. Dr. Kerik Cox (Cornell University) will present on best practices related to organic management of fire blight and apple scab.
Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5ZRi0F-WQimKxK12Y313IA#/registration. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Free Events. Topic: Crops & Soils. Contact Name: Josie Dillon. Contact Email: josie.dillon@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 608-733-0895.
Friday, March 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit fruit.wisc.edu. Rent Smart
Helping to make renting a great experience for you!
FREE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
What you will learn:
, Planning for and meeting monthly expenses, Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing, How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants, Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors, Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants.
Cost: free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Free Events. Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Personal Finances. Contact Name: Todd Wenzel. Contact Email: todd.wenzel@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (920) 232-1973.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Virtually Online via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit fyi.extension.wisc.edu. Mead Wildlife Area Master Naturalist Training
A 40-hour training, meeting March 16-21, filled with outdoor learning experiences about Wisconsin's natural world. Check out the training page for details, including full schedule and registration information: https://go.wisc.edu/25y22p.
Cost: $300. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Named Program: NRI - Master Naturalist. County: Portage. Wood. Marathon. Contact Name: Becky Sapper. Contact Email: becky.sapper@wisc.edu.
Monday, March 16, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
George W. Mead Wildlife Area, 201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI 54454.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu. Financial Coaching Foundations
This course is designed to provide social workers, case managers, and other professionals who provide direct services to individuals with the knowledge and skills to help clients craft solutions to their problems.
Financial Coaching Foundations will be held via Zoom on the following dates from 10 am-12:30 pm CT: March 16, 19, 23, 26, and 30. There is a check-in session to ensure access to materials on March 9 from 10 am-11 am CT.
Participants who complete all five sessions will be eligible to receive 1.4 CEUs through the University of Wisconsin.
In the past, this course has filled up fast and has drawn in a national (and even international) audience.
If you are interested, register as soon as possible! This class will most likely reach its capacity quickly.
The final registration date is March 2 (if it does not fill up sooner).
Help your clients build skills for lasting change with Financial Coaching!
Participants will: Practice foundational coaching skills for deeper listening and impactful…
Cost: $325. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Community & Economic Development. Organizational & Leadership Development. Personal Finances. Contact Name: Amanda Kostman. Contact Email: amanda.kostman@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-741-4961.
Monday, March 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Virtually Via Zoom Technology.
For more info visit finances.extension.wisc.edu. Seed-Starting Class
This in-person class for adults features a lecture on starting seeds of vegetable and flower seeds, followed by a hands-on session in the Dane County Extension greenhouse where you can practice techniques learned in class and leave with up to a flat of vegetable and flower seeds.
The class addresses how to best start seeds (indoors or outdoors) and grow healthy seedlings to be transplanted using proper media, media temperature, water, and lighting. The class allows the audience to gain greater success in seed-starting and maintaining healthy, robust seedlings that perform better in the garden and lead to better productivity of food crops and flowers.
Dates/Times
Choose one of the following dates:
Sunday, Mar 8, 2026 | 10a-12p
Monday, Mar 16, 2026 | 10a-12p
Sunday, Mar 29, 2026 | 10a-12p.
Cost: $13. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Gardening & Horticulture. County: Dane. Contact Name: Lisa Johnson. Contact Email: johnson.lisa@danecounty.gov. Contact phone: 608-224-3715.
Monday, March 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UW–Madison Extension Dane County
5201 Fen Oak Drive
Madison, WI 53718.
For more info visit events.humanitix.com. Rent Smart
Rent Smart is designed to help those who have little to no rental experience or those who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing. Participants may be first time renters, as they graduate from school, homeowners transitioning to renting, individuals with poor rental or,
credit history, or individuals who have other issues that may cause potential landlords to perceive them as high-risk tenants.
Cost: Free. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: In-person. Topic: Personal Finances. County: Kenosha. Contact Name: Alana Perez-Valliere. Contact Email: alana.perezvalliere@wisc.edu. Contact phone: 262-857-1946.
Monday, March 16, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Monday
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Northside Library
1500 27th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
For more info visit mykpl.us. Parents Forever
Parents Forever
Parents Forever is an educational class for parents and caregivers in the process of divorce, already divorced, or never married but separating. In this class, you will learn how family transitions affect children and how children experience family conflict. You will learn how to care for yourself during your family transition and how to prevent and reduce conflict.
**Please Note: This class may or may not meet the requirement for court mandated co-parenting classes for divorcing parents. Please confirm with your county before registering for this class for that purpose.
💻 Virtual and low-cost
📌 Space is limited – registration is required.
🔗 Indicate your interest here: go.wisc.edu/2nyjet.
Cost: $35. Registration Required: Yes. Webinar: https://go.wisc.edu/2nyjet. Event Type: Virtual/Online. Statewide. Topic: Parenting. Contact Name: Missy Bablick. Contact Email: missy.bablick@wisc.edu. Contact phone: (715) 537-6254.
Monday, March 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit go.wisc.edu.