Events

Illinois State 4-H Dog Show
Save the date!The State 4-H Dog Show for youth who have been promoted from their county events will be held Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington.
8 AM …
Caring Kids, Confident Sitters | SVCC
Tweens and teens will learn how to become “super sitters” in this free workshop at Sauk Valley Community College, taught by 4-H Youth Educator Martha Ebbesmeyer. Participants will explore…

Pressed Flowers on Pumpkins
Celebrate the beauty of fall with this creative activity for kids! In this hands-on activity, kids will decorate pumpkins using colorful pressed flowers, creating unique and nature-inspired art…

canceledFall Foliage Hike
Experience fall like never before with University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists. Our Fall Foliage Hikes invite you to slow down, connect with nature, and deepen your appreciation…

Growing Great Apples
"Growing Great Apples" will take place on Saturday, October 4 at 9:30 a.m. led by Grant McCarty, Local Foods and Small Farms Educator with University of Illinois Extension. McCarty will discuss…

canceledFall Bird Migration and Woodpeckers at the Merwin Preserve

Family Night in Nature
Join the Master Naturalists at Family Night in Nature. We're collaborating with the ParkLands Foundation to host an event perfect for the whole family. During the evening, you'll learn what comes…

Wee Nats

4-H at Moline Tractor Supply Grand Opening
We're gearing up for National 4-H week on Saturday October 4 with a booth at the Grand Opening of the new Tractor Supply Store in Moline. Stop by between 10 am 4 pm to learn about the 4-H program…

canceled4-H Open House
Calling all families! Come learn about 4-H at our Open House.
Discover programs that empower young people to dream big and build the skills to thrive. Learn how 4-H clubs, camps, school…