Events

Independent Grocer Summit

Save the date! The 2nd annual Independent Grocer Summit will take place October 7 at John A. Logan College in Carterville. Be sure to view the recap video from the 2025 Grocer Summit and visit the…

Active Moments, Healthier Days: Reducing the Risks of Too Much Sitting

Find practical ways to stay active throughout the day.

Even if you meet the recommended physical activity guidelines, spending long periods sitting can still affect your health. This session…

Fun with Food Science at Home

Join us for a fun and interactive virtual workshop, where you will learn about food science through tasty experiments! Learn about the science of tasting, discover how cream turns into butter,…

Illinois 4-H Road Trip: College & Career Readiness Conference

Registration Closes on September 25, 2026 About the Conference

Join us for the 2026 Road Trip: College & Career Day, a one-day conference designed for Illinois youth in grades 8–12 who are…

Pumpkin Extravaganza

Join us for the sixth annual Pumpkin Extravaganza, a free, family-friendly event celebrating all things pumpkin! Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension, this outdoor gathering invites…

Fur Real Companionship

Explore the healing power of companionship, even if you can't care for a pet yourself.

Discover the fantastic benefits animals bring to older adults. Research shows that pets can chase away…

Inside the Stress Response: Understanding the Amygdala’s Role

Learn how a small brain region shapes your reactions.

Why do we react to stress the way we do? This session explores the role of the amygdala, a key brain region involved in processing emotions and…

Climate Stewards Training

Climate change is a global issue with community-level solutions. You can make a difference as a Climate Steward!

From extreme heat to flooding, Illinois communities are already living through the…

Mapear el Cambio: Explorar el uso del inglés y la gentrificación en Puerto Rico

Descubre qué pueden significar el desarrollo de los vecindarios y el aumento del uso del inglés para la cultura de Puerto Rico.

Las comunidades de Puerto Rico están experimentando cambios en el uso…

Mapping Change: Exploring English Use and Gentrification in Puerto Rico

Discover what neighborhood development and the rise in the use of English may mean for Puerto Rico’s culture.

Communities across Puerto Rico are experiencing shifts in language use,…