Events

Winged Wonders: How to Spot and Share the Birds Around You

County: Lee, Carroll, Whiteside

At this ornithology workshop, learn how to be a better bird watcher and guide with Illinois Extension and Brian “Fox” Ellis, internationally acclaimed author, storyteller, historian, and…

Big & Small Gardening

County: Lee, Carroll, Whiteside

All ages are invited to learn more about gardening with the Lee County Master Gardeners. This series will be held the first Tuesday of the month starting September 2 through April 2026, with some…

Wits Fitness Thomson | September

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Kara Schweitzer each month as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain and maintain and enhance cognitive…

Wits Fitness Mt. Carroll | September

County: Carroll, Whiteside, Lee

Do you wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain…

Poverty Simulation Experience

County: Carroll, Ogle, Whiteside

Experience what it's like to live in poverty. Take part in this life-changing experience with University of Illinois Extension. 

During this event, you'll step into the shoes of a low-…

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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

County: Lee, Carroll, Whiteside

Discover how the gentle, flowing movements of Tai Chi can help ease arthritis pain and stiffness while improving balance and overall well-being. Join Illinois Extension Family Life Educator Kara…

Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop | Sterling

County: Whiteside

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This 5-hour training gives adults who work with…

Wits Fitness Prophetstown | September

County: Whiteside, Lee, Carroll

Do you wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain…

Wits Fitness CGH Sterling | September

County: Whiteside, Lee, Carroll

Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain Exercises offered by University of Illinois Extension. Classes are held on the second…

Energy Grid Resiliency 101

Resilient Communities Webinar Series 2025
Why does the electric grid matter, and what challenges is it facing today?  

Explore how the power grid works in Illinois, why resilience is essential…

College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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