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Vermicomposting

Join University of Illinois Extension Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty for a program on “Vermicomposting” as part of the Spring Break Gardening Series on Tuesday, April 15 at 1:…

How to Kill Your Tree: A Guide of What Not to Do | Cherry Valley

Are you your tree's biggest pest? 

Boone County Master Gardener intern Tenley Erickson-Ranum will discuss the common mistakes homeowners make when planting and maintaining their most…

Ticks in Illinois

Have you been thinking that those nasty little bugs are everywhere? It may be that ticks are increasing their numbers and different species are in your area. Help us to know if that is really true…

Illinois Broadband Jobs Portal

University of Illinois Extension, in collaboration with the Illinois Office of Broadband and Heartland Forward, offers the…

Mind-Body Techniques: Strategies for Better Sleep

Quality sleep is an essential component of physical and mental well-being. Mind-body practices can be utilized to promote…

Placing the Farm Bill’s Fate in a Rural Economic Perspective

In collaboration with Rural Partners, University of Illinois Extension offers the free webinar “Placing the Farm Bill's Fate in a…

Spring Centerpieces

Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner as she presents “Spring Centerpieces” as part of the Spring Break Gardening Series on Thursday, April 17 at 1:30 p.m. This…

Gardening with Wildlife | Belvidere

Do you enjoy gardening but worry about wildlife destroying it? 

Boone County Master Gardener interns Tenley Erickson-Ranum, and Brianne Ambrose will explore ways to enjoy wildlife…

4-H National Day of Service

On this day, 4-H members and clubs continue to demonstrate they are True Leaders in Service, as they work to support both their…

State 4-H Public Speaking Contest

Save the date for State Public Speaking Contest on April 26, 2025! We can't wait to see your amazing skills on display. Watch for details of your county public speaking contests to…