Events

Exploring Carnivorous Plants

Get ready for an exciting adventure into the wild world of carnivorous plants! Explore the cool tricks these plants use to survive—like how they catch their food. You’ll meet three amazing plants…

Oak Tree Savannah Planting Workshop and Community Service

The Oak Tree Savannah Planting Workshop & Community Service Project is a hands-on event focused on planting 25 oak trees at Wock Lake in Jerseyville. This project is a grant-funded collaboration…

Exploring Carnivorous Plants

Get ready for an exciting adventure into the wild world of carnivorous plants! Explore the cool tricks these plants use to survive—like how they catch their food. You’ll meet three amazing plants…

Cooking for One or Two

Cooking by yourself or with one other person can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to meal planning. Come learn techniques for cooking on a smaller scale and simplifying meals without…

Hooked on Fishing

Join us for an exciting and educational experience designed for participants to learn about fishing while exploring the beauty and natural resources of one of Illinois' most stunning state parks,…

Poverty Simulation

5th Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council and HOPE of ECI, along with the University of Illinois Extension, is offering an experience for participants to walk a mile in the shoes of…

Balancing Better Bites

Snacking can make or break a balanced diet—are you making the right choices? In this hands-on class, you'll join Illinois Extension to learn how snacks impact hunger and nutrition, what to look…

4-H National Day of Service

Crazy Clovers and Lucky Birds 4-H Club members will be picking up litter across Carlinville and are inviting others to join the community service project for 4-H National Day of Service on April…

Mini Masterpieces

Get ready to paint, piece by piece, and bring your imagination to life! Youth participants will paint a design on laser-engraved cutouts of their choice.

Open to youth ages 5-8. The cost of…

From Pot to Plate

Spring is here, and it’s time to bring fresh flavor to your kitchen! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to cook with popular herbs to create delicious recipes. Get your hands dirty as you…