Green Connections: Seeds of a Nation

Growing Gardens, Embracing Nature, Sustaining Conservation in Illinois: Green Connections

Green Connections is an educational and networking opportunity offered by University of Illinois Extension serving Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell counties. Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, and Conservation@Home Members gather together to learn how to be responsible stewards of the nature around us and connect with people and resources.

Green Connections - Seeds of a Nation with Nicole Flowers Kimmerle 

Join us as we explore the legacy of American Presidents and First Ladies through gardens, conservation, and environmental leadership to celebrate the anniversary of our nation.  2026 Book Study will be available, along with educational hands-on activities.

Date:  Thursday, March 5, 2026
Time:  1pm 
Location: Morton Public Library
315 W Pershing St, Morton, IL 61550 

Please register to reserve your spot!  Open to the public, free of charge. Please bring your water bottle with you.  Please bring a snack to share!  
 

Other upcoming Green Connections:

May 5 @ 10am - Jake Wolf Memorial Fish Hatchery Tour
July 9 @ 5:30pm - Mycelium
September 15 @ 5:30pm - Cover Crops
December 11 @ 10am - Holiday Celebration Brunch