Healthy food choices lead to healthier lives.
As your friends and neighbors, Extension educators are here to help guide your food preparation, safety, and nutrition questions. Many of our workshops are offered in your local community. Several workshops are featured as live online webinars and videos. Join our mailing list to be notified of upcoming workshops.
Hot and Fast: Cooking w/ Air Fryer
Unlock the secrets of air frying and learn how to create meals quickly and efficiently. Air fryers can make mealtime more efficient and less of a hassle.
Register by October 13.
Edible Mushroom Grow Kit Workshop
VCMG's Present: Mushroom
Join Extension Educator Karla Griesbaum for a closer look at the fascinating world of fungi and the important role they play in our ecosystems. We’ll explore the many functions of fungi in…
Edible Alliums & Fall Garlic Planting Workshop
Mapping Change: Exploring English Use and Gentrification in Puerto Rico
Communities across Puerto Rico are experiencing shifts in language use,…
Fueling the Workout
After finishing your workout, stick around for educational sessions to build understanding and confidence in caring for your nutrition needs. Recipe demonstrations and tastings will be offered at…
Mapear el Cambio: Explorar el uso del inglés y la gentrificación en Puerto Rico
Las comunidades de Puerto Rico están experimentando cambios en el uso…
Knife Safety
An introduction to basic kitchen skills such as hand washing and food safety, reading recipes, measuring ingredients, and using kitchen tools to stir, whisk, and chop!
Additional dates:
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Honey: More Than Just Sweet!
Join us for an evening exploring the sweet world of honey! Learn about how honey is made, discover different varieties, and explore its nutritional and traditional uses. Enjoy a honey tasting…
Wellness Wednesday
Join University of Illinois Extension for Wellness Wednesday, a monthly series designed to inspire and empower individuals to make healthy choices and support their overall well-being.
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