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.
Festive Flavors
Prepare for the busy cooking season with a fun, hands-on class where you'll make and sample healthy, flavorful dips perfect for holiday gatherings
Register by November 10.
From Water to Table: The History and Health of Wild Rice
Join us for a free interactive workshop exploring the rich cultural heritage and health benefits of wild rice. Learn about the Indigenous cultural connections to this traditional food, discover…
Eat Well-Spend Less
Food costs are high! discuss ways to meal plan, budget and shop to stretch your grocery dollars
Global Gourmet: Africa
Hello, young explorers! Get ready to embark on an exciting journey to Africa without leaving the cozy confines of the library! You’ll have a blast discovering this vibrant continent’s diverse…
Embracing Differences: Mindfulness that Supports Families of Neurodivergent Children
Raising a neurodivergent child can bring joys, challenges, and stress to families. This…
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.
Each…
Where the Flavor's At
Tired of preparing the same tasteless foods? Learn how using herbs and spices can amp up the flavor and help home cooks use less fat, sugar, and salt at this free workshop.
Register by…
Eat Well-Spend Less
Food costs are high! Discuss ways to meal plan, budget, and shop to stretch your grocery dollars
Register by November 18
Sourdough Made Simple
Learn the basics of sourdough bread making and mix up a jar of starter to take home.
Register by November 30
In case of inclement weather, December 9 will be the make-up date:…
Pumpkin Pie in a Bag
Have you ever wondered how pumpkins become some of our favorite fall foods?
Join 4-H as we:
Explore the life of a pumpkinListen to a Pumpkin StoryMake Pumpkin Pie in a BagMove, learn, and…