Extension Partners with Local Food Pantries
Mary Jo Credi is excited to receive her new banner provided by University of Illinois Extension. Mary Jo is pictured with Extension Program Coordinator,...
4-H Expands Seasonal STEAM Kits to Walnut Public Library
Bureau County 4-H’s Seasonal STEAM kit program is expanding to serve the Walnut community. This partnership allows youth ages 8 – 18 to receive monthly activities focused on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math. Innovation Grant Funds are making it possible to...
Marshall-Putnam 4-H Workshops Postponed
University of Illinois Extension, Marshall-Putnam 4-H has canceled or postponed upcoming workshops.
December 5- STEM Workshop in Wenona- Postponed
December 12- STEM Holiday Activity- Postponed
December 19- Gathered Treasures Holiday Centerpiece Workshop -...
Virtual Education Programs for Schools
University of Illinois Extension is offering recorded, virtual education lessons at no cost to schools to help meet classroom goals for learning. The initial program offering includes curricula in the areas of College & Career Readiness, STEM/ STEAM, Animal Science, and Nutrition &...
Back on Track Virtual Diabetes Support Group
Is it harder to manage your diabetes through the holidays? University of Illinois Extension will offer our virtual “Back on Track” Diabetes Support Group...
What’s New in the Kitchen? Virtual Program and Cooking Demonstration
Thank you to Putnam County Community Center for hosting University of Illinois Extension for the free virtual program, What’s New in the Kitchen, Virtual Program and Cooking Demonstration, December 4 @ 10:30 – 11:30 AM.
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Health at Home Holiday Edition Free Webinar Series
This holiday season is bound to be different, but University of Illinois Extension is helping families manage the ups and downs. Join Susan Glassman, Extension Educator with the Nutrition and Wellness Team. Susan and the...
Add a pop of color to gray winter months with indoor plants
MURPHYSBORO, Ill. – Adding a pop of color to the gray winter months helps combat depression that often accompanies long periods of time without sunshine. Learn to care for indoor tropical plants during a free webinar at 2 p.m. Dec. 17, presented by ...
Dedicated Volunteers Recognized
Six individuals were recognized for their dedicated 4 years of service on the area’s University of Illinois Extension Multi-County Unit Council. Hugo Heredia, Monico Nunez, Francis Morse and Lynne Weber, all representing Bureau County; and Teri Rossman and Steve Tuftie, representing LaSalle...
Be creative with your Thanksgiving meal
URBANA, Ill. – This year is forcing families to rethink everything, from education to outings. Instead of stressing over the changes or feeling sad about what you’re losing this year, University of Illinois Extension has some creative ideas to help...
Put thankfulness in your Thanksgiving holiday season
URBANA, Ill – As families take precautions to keep everyone safe this Thanksgiving, favorite holiday traditions are getting a fresh perspective. University of Illinois Extension family life specialist Cheri Burcham ...
Local foods offer a cornucopia of fresh Thanksgiving options
URBANA, Ill. – When the Thanksgiving table is set this year, check if something is missing. It may be the care that local farmers, ranchers, bakers and cooks put into their work.
For four years, Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Kelly Allsup has challenged herself to buy mostly...
Smaller turkeys, lower prices on Thanksgiving menu
URBANA, Ill. – As concerns rise over the possible spread of coronavirus during large family gatherings, the expected smaller holiday party size is affecting the food production industry. Smaller guest invites means consumers are looking for smaller whole turkeys on the holiday menu in...
