Main Calendar
Main Calendar
IDEA Section Meeting- September 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Section for their quarterly meeting to discuss all things IDEA.
Region 1 Lunch and Learn September 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Region 1 for the September Lunch and Learn! Participants will learn the do's and don'ts of programming.
Region 2 Lunch & Learn - September 2025
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Join us for an engaging and informative Lunch and Learn hosted by Region 2 in Owensville, MO. The day begins with a brief Region 2 meeting, followed by a presentation by Jay Wohlschlaeger, Partner/Landscape Architect at SWT Design. Explore the ...
Region 4 Lunch & Learn- September 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Region 4 for an energizing and practical session designed for parks and recreation professionals looking to elevate their events-whether it’s a tailgate, food truck rally, tournament, trade show, or something entirely unique. This ...
Artificial Intelligence for Parks and Recreation Professionals: 101 Fall
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Discover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing the efficiency and creativity of parks and recreation management. This engaging presentation, tailored for parks and recreation agencies, delves into the practical ...
Aquatic Facility Operator Course Fall 2025
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) program is a state-of-the-art five-year certification for professionals managing and operating aquatic facilities. Individuals who obtain the AFO credential are knowledgeable in the systematic approach to ...
MPRA Golf Tournament hosted by Region 4 - October 2025
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Get ready to tee off for a great cause! Join us for the MPRA Golf Tournament on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the beautiful St. Peters Golf Club in St. Peters, MO. Enjoy a 9-hole scramble, compete for fun awards like "Best Dressed Team" and ...
Parks and Rec Human Resources Workshop with AI: 104
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Streamlining HR Tasks with AI for Parks and Recreation Departments
Parks and Recreation Programming Workshop with AI: 106
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Leverage AI for Predictive Insights in Parks and Rec Programming
Parks and Rec Human Resources Workshop with AI: 204
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Enhancing HR Efficiency with AI Scheduling and Document Analysis
Young Professional Section Meeting - October 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the MPRA Young Professionals Section for our upcoming meeting featuring Gary Gates, MPRA Executive Director. Gary will provide an update on current legislative issues impacting parks and recreation in Missouri and share how professionals at every stag
Parks and Recreation Programming Workshop with AI: 206
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
AI-Driven Forecasting and Capacity Planning for Parks and Rec
MPRA/KRPA Executive Forum 2025
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Connected Communities: Designing the Future Together
Parks and Rec Human Resources Workshop with AI: 304
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Building AI-Driven Skill Development for Parks and Rec HR
Parks and Recreation Programming Workshop with AI: 306
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Develop and Optimize Recreational Programs with AI
Aquatics Professionals Summit 2025
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us at the 2025 Aquatic Professionals Summit to exchange experiences and expand your aquatics knowledge with fellow MPRA aquatic professionals. Moderated by Shannon Smallwood, Missy Hollander and Kayla Moon...
Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course Fall 2025
The Certified Playground Safety Inspectors Course is the most comprehensive training program on playground hazard identification and risk management methods anywhere. A playground safety expert presents 15 hours of training. CPSI designed the ...
Region 4 Conference 2025
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Save the date! Join us at the Region 4 Conference for sessions on legislative, park resources, programming, aquatics, professional development, and more!
Sports Section Meeting- November 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join the Sports Section for our upcoming quarterly meeting. This gathering provides an opportunity for professionals to connect, share ideas, and discuss current trends and challenges in sports programming, facilities, and community engagement. Whether you