Events

Franklin County 4-H Tree Planting Day

Green Communities Tree Program
County: Franklin

Did you know that Illinois once held 14 million acres of trees, but that number has dropped to 5 million due to modern development practices? Illinois 4-H has partnered with Illinois Soil and…

Randolph County 4-H Tree Planting Day

Green Communities Tree Program
County: Randolph

Did you know that Illinois once held 14 million acres of trees, but that number has dropped to 5 million due to modern development practices? Illinois 4-H has partnered with Illinois Soil and…

Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden

Session 2 - Giant City State Park Visitor Center
County: Jackson

Have you noticed different birds at your feeders? Although ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected visitors to gardens east of the Rocky Mountains, several species of vagrant hummingbirds have…

Community Planting Day

Cultivating Care Donation Garden
County: Marion

We're excited to continue our partnership with the Salvation Army of Southern Illinois and First Presbyterian Church of Marion to feed those in need through the Cultivating Care Donation Garden.…

Embracing AI: Assistance for Enhanced Living

Springtime Science Series 2024
Unlock the power of AI in daily living

Discover the potential of AI assistants in promoting independence and combating loneliness for older adults in their own homes, offering companionship, and…

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Stewardship Week 2024

County: Pope

University of Illinois Extension is pleased to offer the 35th annual Stewardship Week Program! Open to youth in grades K-6, our goal is to educate students about the management of our natural land…

Guiding Little Palates to Healthy Eating: A Healthy and Nutritious Diet for Babies and Toddlers

Nurturing Foundations Webinar Series 2024
Discover practical ways to develop nourishing eating habits

Babies and toddlers can be picky, but a nutritious diet impacts their health and development and can shape their eating habits for the…

Guiding Little Palates to Healthy Eating: A Healthy and Nutritious Diet for Babies and Toddlers

Nurturing Foundations Webinar Series 2024
Discover practical ways to develop nourishing eating habits

Babies and toddlers can be picky, but a nutritious diet impacts their health and development and can shape their eating habits for the…

Organic Gardening for the Homestead

Modern Homesteading Series
County: Jackson
Give your plants the best start.

There are many joys and comforts that organic gardening can bring you, but there can be some issues with disease, pests, and weeds that might make you feel…

Virtual 4-H Café Conversation: Stick to the Code! The Code of Conduct Creates an Environment Where Youth Thrive!

The Illinois 4-H Volunteerism Work Group is excited to bring you multiple opportunities this Spring for you to participate in Volunteer Training and Café Conversations! This is a great…