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Building a Healthy Charcuterie Board. Background is charcuterie board with different healthy foods.

Building a Healthy Charcuterie Board

Craft a delicious and nutritious charcuterie board!
County: Champaign

Join Illinois Extension at 201 W. Kenyon Road, Suite 3, Champaign, IL 61820 on August 1st from 11 AM to 1 PM for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn to create a balanced and beautiful…

Lush green corn plants at a field edge with Youth Crop Scouting Competition text

2026 Youth Crop Scouting Competition

A competition that prepares youth for life beyond the field.

There is no better way to check in on a crop field than to take a walk down a row. Crop scouting gives farmers a heads-up about…

a greenhouse full of colorful annuals

The Annual Test Drive

Testing the best of today and what's new for 2027
County: Champaign
Champaign County Master Gardeners and University of Illinois Extension present The Annual Test Drive: Testing the best of today and what's new for 2027 on Wednesday, August 5, at 9 a.m. at the Idea…

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Discover how to decode food labels, bust myths, and take control of your plate.

Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…

Diabetes Support Group at Danville Public Library

Diabetes Support Group

August Session
County: Vermilion

In partnership with OSF HealthCare, join Illinois Extension for a monthly diabetes support group designed for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers. 

Each session will…

Radiating clover version of 4-H logo.

4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon

4-H members, don't miss your chance to compete for one of nine $1,000 scholarships at the 4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon!

Head to the south show ring of the Junior Cattle…

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A visual arts 3 layer cake display.
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Illinois 4-H General Project Show at the Illinois State Fair

Save the date!

The Illinois 4-H General Project Show will be held August 14 - 16, 2026. 

If you want to see what 4-H is all about, make sure to visit the Illinois State Fair. Award-…

A bird sitting in a tree or shrub

ECIMN Present: Warblers, Sparrows, and Thrushes, Oh My!

Following the road to understanding migratory bird annual life cycles one banded bird at a time
County: Champaign
Bird species are declining worldwide, and understanding their needs is crucial for conservation management. Given that more than 50% of North American birds migrate, there are many knowledge gaps…

VCMGs Presents: Garden to Table 2026

County: Vermilion
This annual Garden to Table program allows VCMGs to show vegetables, herbs, fruit, flowers etc. to attendees. What stood out in their 2026 garden? What unusual produce and flowers can you grow in…

A winning dog is held in showing position.

2026 Illinois State 4-H Dog Show

Save the date!

The State 4-H Dog show is open to any 4-H member who has received a qualifying score at their local 4-H exhibition. Please contact your local Extension Office for local information…