Events

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Low Maintenance Landscaping

Spring Break Gardening Series
County: JoDaviess

Join University of Illinois Extension Jo Daviess County Master Gardener, Madelynn Wilharm, for this program on “Low Maintenance Landscaping” as part of the Spring Break Gardening Series. The…

Frozen Vegetables and Fruits in Freezer

Yes, You Can! Freezing Your Summer Harvest

County: JoDaviess
Spring is right around the corner, and summer gardens will be bursting with produce in no time.  You can enjoy your summer flavors year-round by preserving your fresh produce now. Home food…
Water, canned food, first aid kit

Emergency Preparedness Essentials

County: JoDaviess
The Midwest's springtime severe weather season is underway, and many communities have already been affected. The forecast for March will feature significant weather volatility across the US, with…

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State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests

Registration is open!

The 2026 State Horse Contest dates are set!  Contest rules and entry information are now available on the State 4-H website.  

The 4-H state horse judging…

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Baking materials including eggs, butter, dough, flour, and a rolling pin.
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Flour Power: Baking SPIN Club

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

The Flour Power Baking SPIN Club will meet at First Christian Church in Sterling April 20, 27, and May 4 from 5 to 6:30 PM. Participants will make delicious, homemade brownies, pie crust/pie, and…

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WellRounded: Horticulture Through Herbs

County: Lee, Whiteside

WellRounded: Horticulture Through Herbs
Join us this April for the launch of our NAMI Sauk Area's WellRounded: Horticulture Through… series!
We’re kicking things off with Well Rounded:…

Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Lowden Miller State Forest

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Give your child the chance to unplug, explore, and connect with nature through our Nature Explorers SPIN Club! Designed for youth ages 8–18, this hands-on experience encourages curiosity,…

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Business Succession for a Strong Rural Community: Worker Co‑ops as a Transition Strategy

Rural Business Transitions Webinar Series
Learn how worker cooperatives offer a practical, built-in solution to rural business succession.

Rural communities across the country are facing a growing succession crisis as long‑time business…

State 4-H: The Art of Coping

Registration is open!

As the school year ramps up and finals approach, this FREE 4-H virtual workshop gives youth a chance to pause, reset, and build practical stress management skills. Through…

State 4-H Public Speaking Contest

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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…

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Urbana, IL 61801

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