Events

Dehydrating Your Summer Produce

Yes, You CAN!
County: Winnebago

Dried foods are delicious, healthy, lightweight, and easy to store, use, and transport. In fact, drying is one of the oldest food preservation methods around. So, whether you are looking to…

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4-H Memorial Camp Summer Session II

Registration opens in late January/early February!

Adventure awaits you at every turn at 4-H Memorial Camp. Every day is packed with activities that will challenge you to try new and exciting…

Preserving Practice: James & Jellies

Yes, You CAN!
County: JoDaviess

Strawberry season is upon us, and fresh-picked strawberries are great! These sweet berries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. If you have a bumper crop and want to enjoy the…

Smart Saving Strategies

Money Basics Webinar Series 2024
Build peace of mind for a better financial future

Building healthy and sustainable savings habits can be overwhelming when starting from scratch. In this session, we will explore some simple…

Social Investment in Every Child: Securing the Future and Well-Being of All Babies and Toddlers

Nurturing Foundations Webinar Series 2024
Find out what you can do to ensure better nutrition for children

Over 25% of infants and toddlers live in poverty. Society must invest in the well-being of every baby and toddler today to secure…

Microplastic Pollution: The Big Problem with Tiny Plastic

Everyday Environment Webinar Series
Plastic is everywhere, and that's a problem. 

Plastic is the most common debris found in oceans and lakes. Microplastics are smaller than a grain of rice, and scientists don’t fully…

Preserving Practice: Jams & Jellies

Yes, You CAN!
County: Winnebago

Strawberry season is upon us, and fresh-picked strawberries are great! These sweet berries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. If you have a bumper crop and want to enjoy the…

Wits Fitness: Brain Exercise Class | Rochelle

County: Ogle

Wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Join University of Illinois Educator Kara Schweitzer as she leads participants through interactive…

Don’t Go It Alone: Improving Your Social Connections

Lessons for Living Series 2024
Learn to define social isolation, loneliness, and risk factors.

Studies show that more than 20% of adults in the United States feel lonely, isolated, or both. Research increasingly shows that…

Navigating Changes as We Age

Thinking, Learning, Caring Webinar Series 2024
Explore the changes and opportunities of life's journey

Everyone ages, and there are many changes along the way, including physical, mental, and financial, in almost every aspect of our lives.…