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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.

Cook and Connect with Extension

January Session
County: Monroe

Join Illinois Extension for Cook and Connect, a hands-on cooking experience designed for youth ages 9–13. Participants will explore new flavors, practice teamwork, and learn mindful eating habits…

Build a Better Game Day Charcuterie Board

County: Macoupin

Get ready for game day with a show-stopping charcuterie board that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to pair and plate a variety of cheeses, explore…

Heart Healthy Snacking

County: Jersey

Snacking can make or break a balanced diet. Are you making the right choices? In this hands-on class, participants join Illinois Extension to learn how snacks impact hunger and nutrition, what to…

Build a Better Game Day Charcuterie Board

County: Jersey

Get ready for game day with a show-stopping charcuterie board that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to pair and plate a variety of cheeses, explore…

Certified Food Protection Management Training at the Champaign County Farm Bureau

Training Day 1
County: Champaign

The University of Illinois Extension will offer the Certified Food Protection Manager Course at the Champaign County Farm Bureau auditorium (801 N Country Fair Dr, Champaign, IL 61821). This two-…

Certified Food Protection Management Training at the Champaign County Farm Bureau

Training Day 2
County: Champaign

The University of Illinois Extension will offer the Certified Food Protection Manager Course at the Champaign County Farm Bureau auditorium (801 N Country Fair Dr, Champaign, IL 61821). This two-…

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Discover how to decode food labels, bust myths, and take control of your plate.

Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…

Diabetes Support Group

Heart Healthy Choices for Diabetes
County: Monroe

Are you or someone you care about living with diabetes, or at risk for developing diabetes or other chronic illnesses? Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Kris Juelfs, with University of Illinois…

Heart Healthy Cooking: Protein

County: Christian

Discover the power of protein and how it impacts your health! In this interactive class, you’ll learn about different types of proteins, both animal-based and plant-based, and explore how they…

Wellness Wednesdays

Show your Heart Love
County: Monroe

A monthly series designed to empower individuals in their journey towards better health and well-being. Led by Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian Kris Juelfs, each…

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