Events
Birds in the Garden: Creating and Enjoying a Bird Oasis
Discover the joy of transforming your outdoor space into a thriving haven for birds and pollinators. In this inspiring and visually rich presentation, certified professional gardener and garden…
2026 Gateway Green Conference
Natural resource professionals play a key role in protecting our communities’ environmental assets. With ongoing research and changing conditions…
Community and School Gardens Course Offering
This introduction session to the…
Soft Landings at The Dunn Museum
Soft Landings are landscaped areas beneath native trees designed to support beneficial insects throughout their life cycles. Join us at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville to learn how to create a…
Gardeners' BIG Day 2026
McLean County Seed Swap
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2026 Rain Garden Rumble
It's a native plant playoff!Get to know 28 of the native plants found in the Red Oak Rain Garden by building a bracket, submitting it, and voting for…
Junior Master Naturalist Program at Woodstock Library
Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of mammals. Explore local McHenry County predator prey relationships, animal adaptations, ecology, and…
Pet-Friendly Landscaping
If you’re both an animal lover and a plant enthusiast, this presentation is designed with you in mind. Join us as we explore how everyday gardening practices can support the pets who share your…
Jumping Worms: Understanding and Managing a New Invader in Our Soils
A new soil invader is reshaping ecosystems across the Midwest, and communities in Illinois are beginning to feel the impact. Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) (a rapidly spreading group of invasive…