Events

Why Cork Matters: Session 1

County: Franklin

Did you know that cork production is considered a sustainable industry because only part of the tree is collected, leaving the specimen to live and grow? Explore the sustainable cork harvest of…

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Responsible Beekeeping

County: Pope

Sustainable living principles help us understand how our choices affect the world around us and discover ways to live better. This can include using sustainable materials, supporting local foods,…

Neighborhood Gardeners

County: Pope

Do you want to learn more about gardening, but aren’t sure where to start? Do you already know a lot, but want to see other techniques and ask questions? The Neighborhood Gardeners is a new…

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Honey, I'm not the Only Bee

County: Saline

Four wings, 5 eyes, and the most luscious locks in the pollinator world. Who else could it bee? Well, turns out there’s many bees in Illinois, and most are stereotyped by the honey bee standard.…

Honey and Health: Nature's Sweet Treat

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2025
Learn more about honey and its benefits.

Honey is nature's perfect gift, produced from the nectar of flowers. There are 320 varieties of honey, which vary in color, odor, and flavor depending on…

Why Cork Matters: Session 2

County: Franklin

Did you know that cork production is considered a sustainable industry because only part of the tree is collected, leaving the specimen to live and grow? Explore the sustainable cork harvest of…

4-H Buddy Training

County: Randolph, Jackson, Perry, Williamson, Franklin

Join us on May 15 for buddy training at the West Franklin Historical District, 2130 School House Road, Mulkeytown, IL 62865, beginning at 6 p.m. This training is geared towards older 4-H members…

Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser

Green Earth Brush Hill
County: Jackson

Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser, for a leisurely walk in nature to look at birds on May 15 from 8:30-10 a.m. at Green Earth Brush Hill: 1085-1087 E Park St, Carbondale, IL 62901.  Learn…

Honey and Health: Nature's Sweet Treat

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2025
Learn more about honey and its benefits.

Honey is nature's perfect gift, produced from the nectar of flowers. There are 320 varieties of honey, which vary in color, odor, and flavor depending on…

Jackson and Williamson County 4-H Livestock Show

County: Williamson, Jackson

The Jackson & Williamson County 4-H Livestock Show will be held on Saturday, May 17, at the Williamson County Fairgrounds. Scheduled events include:

8 a.m. – Swine Show9 a.m. – Sheep Show9:…