Be part of history at our inaugural Illinois 4-H Alumni event!

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. 

Schedule of Events:

• 6:00 p.m. - Registration followed by networking & exploring the new John Deere equipment on-site.
• 6:30 p.m. - Dinner
• 7:00 p.m. - Program
• 8:00 p.m. - Adjourn

Location: John Deere & Company Demo Site, 11001 117th St. #1, Coal Valley, IL 61240

Cost: $30 per person (includes a delicious BBQ buffet, sides, dessert, and a beverage)

Highlights of the Evening:

• Network with fellow alumni and friends: Reconnect and make new connections with members of the Illinois 4-H program and the Illinois 4-H Alumni Association.
• Exclusive John Deere Demo Site Exploration: Get an insider's look at the John Deere training program & hear from the John Deere Technology Leadership team members.  Explore the impressive new equipment on site & up close as your arrive.
• Inspiring Updates – Featured Speakers
  • Dr. Kevin Carey – Interim Assistant Dean and Director of Illinois 4-H, sharing the exciting future of 4-H and how the program prepares youth to be Beyond Ready!
  • Curt Sinclair – State 4-H Specialist, will introduce a new & innovative  youth safety in agriculture program, called "Ride Right Rally" to address the rising number of accidents involving machines with wheels including ATV/UTV, Mowing, Bicycle and Small Tractor safety.
  • 4-H Youth Members – Hear firsthand from two inspiring young leaders about how  4-H has shaped their lives and set them up for success.
  • Illinois 4-H Foundation & Alumni Association – Representatives will provide key updates on programming and alumni engagement.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the impact of Illinois 4-H!

 

Register by March 14, 2025

Questions?
Call: 217-333-0910
Email: il4halumni@illinois.edu

Hosted by:
The Illinois 4-H Alumni Association &
 District 2 Directors: Mindy Brown, Jeff Behme, and Denny Wallin.