Franklin County 4-H Auction
Current 4-H youth who showcase livestock during the fair can participate in the Franklin County Livestock Auction. This event is at the Franklin County Fairgrounds on July 15 at 6:30 p.m., which…
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Franklin County 4-H Annual BBQ Dinner
The public is invited to attend the annual BBQ on July 15 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds. The BBQ, hosted by the Franklin County Extension and 4-H Support Committee, begins at 3:30 p.m. and…
Superbugs Don’t Follow Orders: How Antimicrobial Resistance Spreads from Animals to Humans
What happens when antibiotics stop working? Drug-resistant infections are…
4-H Bracelet Making Workshop
Calling all 8-18 year olds! Join us on July 15 from 1-2 p.m. at the Jackson County Extension Office to show off your creativity by making a personalized bracelet. Invite a friend to experience the…
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Heart of America Grazing Conference
Explore how regenerative grazing can grow livestock operations.Producers can stay in the loop on what’s moving in the world of regenerative grazing by attending the 2026 Heart of America Grazing…
Discovering Bats - Nighttime Superheroes!
Explore the nighttime world of bats and let your imagination take flight as you listen to a story with Illinois Master Naturalists Patti Powell and Beckie Wisdom! Together you’…
Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share
Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…
Growing Ginger and Turmeric
Pink Tiger Farm began five years ago when owners Brian Elias and Kyle McAdams left their busy Chicago careers to pursue a shared dream…
Building Bricks Camp Challenge
Learn, create, and compete in the 4-H building bricks challenge camp. Over the four-day sessions, youth 7- 13 year old will complete six different themed challenges to show off their skills!…