Serving Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie and Shelby Counties

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Everyday Environment Webinar Series

Join us for weekly sessions on environmental topics presented by University of Illinois Extension's Energy & Environmental Stewardship Team!

Learn safe, effective ways to open Illinois restaurants

To prepare for successful opening in light of the changing food industry landscape, restaurant owners and managers may participate in two free online webinars.

Take Charge of Your Diabetes - Online Series

Join us for a six-week workshop on Fridays beginning May 29 from 2:00pm - 4:30 pm via zoom meeting. (We will skip July 3) To register email Cheri Burcham at cburcham@illinois.edu by Monday May 25.

Planning a Multi-Purpose Pond Webinar

Join us for a discussion of important considerations for designing and building a multipurpose pond.

Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series

The Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series is one of the most popular horticulture programs offered by the Illinois Extension Horticulture Team. Each season, the team hosts three live webinars delivered via Zoom. Registration is required.

Resources for Responding to COVID-19

This collection of resources can assist families and community leaders preparing for and coping with COVID-19.

Cutback Budgeting for Local Governments Webinar

This presentation will suggest three points to guide cutback budgeting using research from previous recessions.

Life’s Moments From Memory to Legacy

Everyone has a unique and individual story to tell. In this fun and interactive virtual series, the Family Life team will help you document your life story with writing prompts, exercises to trigger memories, and breakout sessions.

Everyday Environment Webinar Series

Join us for weekly sessions on environmental topics presented by University of Illinois Extensions's Energy and Environmental Stewardship Team!

Univerisity of Illinois Extension has suspended normal office hours at all of our offices

While our staff will still be working, they will largely be doing so remotely, in most cases from their homes. ALL face-to-face events organized by Illinois Extension have been cancelled, suspended, or transitioned to online delivery.

Four Seasons Gardening 2020 Summer Webinar Series Tomato Problems

Tomatoes are one of the most popular and commonly grown plants in home gardens. Join University of Illinois Extension Educator, Ken Johnson June 9 where he will discuss common problems that plague tomatoes as well as ways to address them.

Maximize profit on your farm

All the tools you need to stay up-to-date on the markets and make economical farm decisions

Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Living Carpets: Ground Covers

Learn some new options for ground cover, including plants that you may not think of, to create these living carpets.

Four Seasons Gardening: Adventures in Edible Landscaping

Join Horticulture Educator, Austin Little and look at the benefits of introducing edible plants into the landscape and look at the unique challenges of edible plants.

Virtual 4-H Shows

Find information on Virtual 4-H Shows in Moultrie-Douglas County. Coles, Cumberland and Shelby Counties will be determined June 1.

Local Government Webinar

Join this webinar to discuss the connection between green infrastructure and community diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
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