Pumpkin Extravaganza
Join us for the sixth annual Pumpkin Extravaganza, a free, family-friendly event celebrating all things pumpkin! Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension, this outdoor gathering invites…
Echoes and Embers Art Camp
Explore this hands‑on arts day where youth explore creativity in nature through new ways to experiment, make, and express themselves. From bold art techniques to quiet moments of noticing the…
All about Bicycles
Jackson County 4‑H is hosting 4‑H Exploration Days throughout the year. This is your chance to discover all the opportunities 4‑H has to offer!
For October, join us at Carbondale Cycle…
What’s Happening Under the Panels? Exploring Solar Impacts on Soil Health
What happens to the ground underneath solar panels? Explore emerging information around solar development and soil health, and leave with practical tools and…
Fur Real Companionship
Discover the fantastic benefits animals bring to older adults. Research shows that pets can chase away…
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Climate Stewards Training
From extreme heat to flooding, Illinois communities are already living through the…
Raising Goats: From Farm to Value-Added Products
Join Melanie Aldridge, owner of Meadows Bluff Farm, for an inside look at dairy goat production and value-added agriculture. Melanie will share her experiences raising goats for milk, managing a…
Inside the Stress Response: Understanding the Amygdala’s Role
Why do we react to stress the way we do? This session explores the role of the amygdala, a key brain region involved in processing emotions and…
Gardening for Bats
Discover how to create a bat-friendly garden by supporting dark skies, planting native species, preserving trees and snags, and removing invasive plants. This program also includes a bat box…
Unit 20 Livestock Judging Contest
Youth ages 8-18, including 4-H and FFA members, are invited to showcase their judging abilities with cattle, swine,…