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Walk for Wellness
Walking is one of the most accessible and effective ways to improve overall health. Let's Walk for Wellness is a six-week program that will help you connect with others, build confidence, and take…
Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser & Indigo Nathani - Southern Illinois University Carbondale Campus Lake
Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser and Indigo Nathani, for a leisurely walk in nature to look at birds! Learn to identify our feathered friends in some of our local sites. All ages…
Fun with Food Science at Home
Join us for a fun and interactive virtual workshop, where you will learn about food science through tasty experiments! Learn about the science of tasting, discover how cream turns into butter,…
Illinois 4-H Road Trip: College & Career Readiness Conference
Registration Closes on September 25, 2026 About the ConferenceJoin us for the 2026 Road Trip: College & Career Day, a one-day conference designed for Illinois youth in grades 8–12 who are…
Local Food Systems and Small Farms
You are invited to join us on October 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jackson County Extension Office to connect with Extension staff and Council members. During this session, you’ll learn…
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…
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…
Fur Real Companionship
Discover the fantastic benefits animals bring to older adults. Research shows that pets can chase away…
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…