Events

McHenry County Farm Stroll 2026

Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County's diversified family farms. There is no beginning or end of the tour.

Just choose the farms you wish…

Planning for Community Geothermal: Three Communities, Three Approaches Toward Energy Independence

Geothermal energy is expanding beyond individual homes to increase energy independence in neighborhoods, commercial buildings, and municipal facilities.…

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Heirloom Seeds | Cherry Valley

On Tuesday, September 29 at 6 PM, the Boone County Master Gardeners are pulling up to the Cherry Valley Public Library to drop some seed lore that your great‑great‑great grandma would absolutely vibe…

Community Science in Your Backyard

At Everyday Environment, we enjoy noticing everyday observations of cool things in nature, many of which can be found in backyards and local parks. Believe it…

4-H World Explorers Club | Rochelle

Pack your (imaginary) bags — we’re going GLOBAL! The 4‑H World Explorers SPIN Club is kicking off its first meeting on Thursday, Sept 17, from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Flagg‑Rochelle Public Library (…

Celebration of the Fall Bird Migration Journey | Genoa

Join us for this Free Family Event — outdoor bird‑watching walk, where we’ll spot whoever’s flapping or chirping in the trees. Our leader will drop an educational talk about birds + migration, aka…

Boone County Farm Stroll

The annual Boone County Farm Stroll is back! We have two NEW farms this year participating — Meyers Family Farm in Capron and Farmers Rising in Caledonia. There is no beginning or end; you…

Active Moments, Healthier Days: Reducing the Risks of Too Much Sitting

Find practical ways to stay active throughout the day.

Even if you meet the recommended physical activity guidelines, spending long periods sitting can still affect your health. This session…

Fun with Food Science at Home

Join us for a fun and interactive virtual workshop, where you will learn about food science through tasty experiments! Learn about the science of tasting, discover how cream turns into butter,…

4-H World Explorers Club | Rochelle

Pack your (imaginary) bags — we’re going GLOBAL! The 4‑H World Explorers SPIN Club is kicking off its first meeting on Thursday, Sept 17, from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Flagg‑Rochelle Public Library (…