Events

Spring Wildflowers

Spring wildflowers love the early spring sunlight and are often found in woodland edges, meadows, and along stream banks. Learn about the beauty of our native spring-blooming plants and resources on…

Mind-Body Techniques: Strategies for Better Sleep

Explore mind-body strategies for better rest and improved sleep quality.

Quality sleep is an essential component of physical and mental well-being. Mind-body practices can be utilized to promote…

Illinois Broadband Jobs Portal

Explore new career paths and job opportunities in the broadband sector.

University of Illinois Extension, in collaboration with the Illinois Office of Broadband and Heartland Forward, offers the…

Placing the Farm Bill’s Fate in a Rural Economic Perspective

Learn about rural development and the future of the Farm Bill.

In collaboration with Rural Partners, University of Illinois Extension offers the free webinar “Placing the Farm Bill's Fate in a…

4-H Ethics Training

Complete all required traning by June 1 to participate in the 2025 DMP Fair.  

YQCA

All 4-H members exhibiting in Beef, Swine, Goats, and Sheep project areas must complete…

2025 Monticello Area Community Garden Kick-Off Meeting

Join us for a kick-off meeting to learn about the garden guidelines and organic planting methods, and how to apply them. 

Register by April 24.
 Register for the Kick-Off meeting…

Master Naturalist Book Club

Do you love to read? Do you love the natural world? If you answered yes to both of these questions then you will love the discussions our book club has every month. Please feel free to join us! …

State 4-H Public Speaking Contest

Save the date!

Save the date for State Public Speaking Contest on April 26, 2025! We can't wait to see your amazing skills on display. Watch for details of your county public speaking contests to…

4-H National Day of Service

Mark your calendars for the National 4-H Day of Service April 26!

On this day, 4-H members and clubs continue to demonstrate they are True Leaders in Service, as they work to support both their…

Chainsaw Training - Monticello

Join us for a hands-on, field training for Beginner Chainsaw Safety. Participants will be trained in safe use of chainsaws, safety gear to use, tree felling and wood cutting techniques, and chainsaw…