Events
Pruning Old, Neglected Apple Trees Workshop
Backyard Book Art
Join us as Master Naturalist, Master Gardener, and art teacher Merry Lanker leads a creative workshop on painting garden pavers to look like your favorite novel. These charming "book pavers" make…
Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office
Speaking for Illinois 4-H Training February
Registration is open!You love 4-H. We need you to help tell that story to the public. 4-H members received advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings held…
Joliet Agronomy Summit
University of Illinois Extension is holding the Joliet Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the…
Forming an LLC
If you or your producers are curious about the details of an LLC, you’re not alone. Most farmers choose the LLC as their…
Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting 2026
Stay informed on current agriculture practices and the latest research taking place at Dudley Smith Farm during the annual Winter Meeting. Topics this year include:
Cattle production and…
Winter-Sowing Workshop - Conservation@Home
Winter is the perfect time to start native plants from seed. Join us to learn the winter sowing method, a simple technique that uses natural freeze–thaw cycles to break seed dormancy. In this…
Wits Workout
Keeping your brain healthy should be a priority throughout your life – not just in your later years. The Wits Fitness Brain Health program has been in existence since 2015. Adults meet regularly…
Changing Climate and Historic Pests
Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…