Events
Oak Tree Savanna Planting
The Oak Tree Savanna Planting Workshop & Community Service Project is a hands-on event focused on planting 25 oak trees at 522 E Tremont St. in Hillsboro. This project is a grant-funded…
Jo Daviess County 4-H Fun Day: Doing, Thinking, and Creating
The 2026 Jo Daviess County 4-H Fun Day will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the Elizabeth Community Building, 402 West St., Elizabeth, IL. Sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension,…
Tazewell 4-H Archery Spring Session Begins
Youth, ages 8 to 18, interested in participating in a 6-session archery 4-H club can contact the office to discuss registration availability.
All participants must be enrolled in 4-H…
Root Crops: Carrots, Radishes, Beets, Potatoes, and Onions
Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards?
Join…
Birds of Prey
Join us as we learn about birds of prey and dissect an owl pellet!
Program is open to kids from 2nd-5th grade.
Registration is required and limited to 20 kids.
Conserving Your Land and Legacy
University of Illinois Extension invites farmers, landowners, and community members to a three-part evening series, Conserving Your Land and Legacy. This program is designed for anyone interested…
Succession Through Shared Ownership: Exploring ESOPs and Employee-Led Transitions
This webinar provides a framework for understanding broad-based employee…
Water Stewardship Educator Training
This workshop is designed for traditional and non-traditional educators teaching grades 6-12 about water stewardship and environmental action. Participants will learn the Earthforce framework and…
Jumping Worms: Understanding and Managing a New Invader in Our Soils
A new soil invader is reshaping ecosystems across the Midwest, and communities in Illinois are beginning to feel the impact. Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) (a rapidly spreading group of invasive…
Big & Small Gardening
All ages are invited to learn more about gardening with the Lee County Master Gardeners. This series will be held the first Tuesday of the month starting through April 2026, with some months…