Sourdough Starting
Sourdough can seem difficult to get started, but let us help you. Ellie from Ellie's Place in Centralia will teach participants the basics of starting, feeding, and maintaining a sourdough starter…
What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety
Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…
4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon
4-H members, don't miss your chance to compete for one of nine $1,000 scholarships at the 4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon!Head to the south show ring of the Junior Cattle…
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Illinois 4-H General Project Show at the Illinois State Fair
Save the date!The Illinois 4-H General Project Show will be held August 14 - 16, 2026.
If you want to see what 4-H is all about, make sure to visit the Illinois State Fair. Award-…
Herb Gardening
Herbs can serve a variety of purposes. They have uses in cooking, as greenery for cut flowers, and can add texture to landscaping. Master Gardener and Master Naturalist Kathy Sherman will talk…
4-H Show of Champions - Small Animals
The Show of Champions is designed as an additional opportunity for 4-H members to showcase their mastery across county lines and to meet new friends from neighboring counties.…
2026 Illinois State 4-H Dog Show
Save the date!The State 4-H Dog show is open to any 4-H member who has received a qualifying score at their local 4-H exhibition. Please contact your local Extension Office for local information…
Dairy Judging and Superior Young Dairy Producer Contests
The Illinois State 4-H Dairy Judging and Superior Young Dairy Producer Contests will be held on Saturday, August 22, at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Livestock Center (Open Show Ring). All youth…
4-H Show of Champions - Livestock
The Show of Champions is designed as an additional opportunity for 4-H members to showcase their mastery across county lines and to meet new friends from neighboring counties…
Monarch Magic: A Butterfly Adventure
Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop all about monarch butterflies! Participants will learn about the fascinating life cycle of monarchs—from egg to caterpillar, chrysalis, and butterfly—…