Lifelong Learning
Announcements and Highlights
Annual Independent Grocer Summit - October 7
Join fellow independent grocers for the second annual grocer summit. Explore key topics, network with other leaders in independent grocery, and learn from innovators in the industry. Discover tools to stretch your margin in meaningful amounts and instruments for benchmarking profitability. Visit the AJMPU Extension Community and Economic Development webpage to view a video recap of last year's summit and learn more about efforts to provide access to nutritious food in Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, and Union Counties.
Pumpkin Extravaganza
Join us for the sixth annual Pumpkin Extravaganza, a free, family-friendly event celebrating all things pumpkin! Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension, this outdoor gathering invites families to enjoy an afternoon filled with pumpkin-themed fun. Participants will learn all about pumpkins through hands-on activities, enjoy delicious pumpkin treats, get creative with pumpkin crafts, and play a variety of fun fall games. Activities are designed for youth ages 5 to 17, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Celebrate the season with us and discover just how much fun pumpkins can be
Fall Trash Blasts
Join us at Bean Ridge on September 4 for our monthly Trash Blast. Fall Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month through September and October from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at various locations in the Shawnee National Forest. For questions or to request more information, contact Anne Townsend.
Events
4-H Youth Development
Community & Economic Development
Food Donation Gardens
Horticulture
Local Foods & Small Farms
Natural Resources