Big & Small Gardening
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 through April 2026, with some months…
State 4-H Public Speaking Contest
Save the date!4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The Illinois State 4-H Public Presentation Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a…
Illinois 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
About the Program
The Illinois 4-H livestock judging program teaches youth to identify livestock breeds and evaluate traits that improve local herds. The annual contest is held on the…
State 4-H Poultry Judging Contest
Poultry Judging Contest 2026
IMPORTANT: We will continue to follow Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) guidance regarding poultry exhibitions as the contest date approaches. Please…
State 4-H Robotics Competition
Save the date!Mark your calendars for May 2, 2026 with more info to come!
It’s one thing to program and build a robot; it’s another thing to do it as a team. This statewide event is an…
State 4-H eSports Competition
Save the date!Get ready to game, Illinois 4-H! We’re excited to hold the 2026 eSports Competition May 3, 2026 - more info to come! Don’t miss your chance to participate in this high-energy,…
State 4-H Camp Kaleido
Save the date!Camp Kaleido is a full-day art immersion experience where youth, ages 8-12, explore the spectrum of creative expression through hands-on workshops, collaborative projects,…
4-H Camp Kaleido
Stay tuned for information about the 2026 Camp Kaleido!Camp Kaleido is a full-day art immersion experience where youth, ages 8-12, explore the spectrum of creative expression through…
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Illini Summer Academies
Save the date!Illini Summer Academies will be held June 21–25, 2026 on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
Discover your potential at Illini Summer Academies, a life-…
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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-…