Events

Actions for Illinois Residents to Combat Climate Change

Everyday Environment Webinar Series
It’s easy to get overwhelmed thinking about the impacts of climate change. 

While there are many strategies to reduce risk and adapt at global and regional scales, individuals can also take…

Economics of Adopting Weeding Robots

I-FARM University Learning Series
Examine the economic aspects of adopting weeding robots on farms. 

The third series session will cover how robot prices, corn prices, the robot weeding efficacy, and a farmer’s planning…

School Lunch Rocks Food Service Training

October Session
County: Williamson
Students deserve healthy, nutritious foods.

Local school food service staff can learn how to better serve their students through School Lunch Rocks. The program is part of the ABCs…

Franklin County 4-H New Year Kick Off

County: Franklin

It’s time to gear up for another great year with 4-H! All returning members are invited to join the fun. We’ll have folders with all the info you need for the upcoming 4-H year. You will also be…

Pollinator Palooza

County: Clinton

Pollinator Palooza is a pollinator celebration for all ages. Enjoy games, prizes, crafts and more. 

Educational sessions:
10:30 a.m. Learn all about pollinators in Pollinator 101

Resources for Farmers in Crisis

Cultivating Caution: A Monthly Guide to Farm Safety and Health Webinar Series
Know where to turn for crisis resources before it happens.

When injury, illness, or natural disasters strike, farmers and ranchers need help to continue operating. This program highlights two key…

When Silence Grows Louder: Aging and Its Impact on Hearing

Community Seminar Series: Autumn Health Picks 2024
Learn about age-related hearing loss and what to do about it.

What do we know about age-related hearing loss? Older adults often experience ear and hearing-related issues such as ringing in the…

Rend Lake Pollinator Garden Stewardship Days

October Session
County: Franklin

Illinois Extension is partnering with the US Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake Project Office to provide public pollinator garden stewardship opportunities at the Rend Lake Project Office and…

2024 Perry County 4-H Achievement Night

County: Perry

Join us as we honor and award our Perry County 4-H members for all of their hard work and accomplishments! Catch up with your fellow 4-H families as we give out awards for the past year. Register…

Night Hike Owl Prowl

County: Perry

Join us for a fun night in nature! We’ll have a Weiner roast with smores and hot chocolate. After the roast we’ll enjoy a fun night hike where we’ll listen for owls! Don't miss out on this fun…