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.
Pumpkin Smash
Fall is the pumpkin’s time to shine, but what happens when it is time to say goodbye to the short-lived Jack-o-lanterns? Green your Halloween by recycling pumpkins into compost at a free…
Beyond the Stigma: Conversations and Care in the Opioid Crisis
Opioid use disorder affects communities across Illinois and beyond. This session explores how stigma shapes conversations about substance…
Diabetes in a Modern World
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for decades, let Decatur Memorial and Illinois Extension support your health journey. Join an educational session on food choices to…
Cooking with Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month! Eating well is a powerful tool for managing diabetes, but a common question asked by people diagnosed with diabetes is, "What can I eat?" A diet to manage…
Starting a Sourdough Starter
Ready to dive into the world of sourdough? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for your own sourdough starter from scratch! We’ll break down the science…
Diabetes and the Heart
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…
Understanding the Fear of Falling: Insights for Wheelchair and Scooter Users
Fear of falling is a common concern among wheelchair and scooter users, yet it is often overlooked in research and clinical care. This…
Gifts from the Garden
The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series.
Many of us consider the act…
Starting a Sourdough Starter
Ready to dive into the world of sourdough? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for your own sourdough starter from scratch! We’ll break down the science…
Become a Dementia Friend
More than 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and many more live with other forms of…