Events
Weeds, Water, Pests, and Disease
Homegrown Harvest is a series of family-friendly workshops designed to support vegetable gardeners of all skill levels. Discover tips and tricks for growing a successful garden! See more…
Mercer County Farm in the Park
Join Illinois Extension and our ag education partners in Mercer County: the Farm…
Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Champaign County Field Day
From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…
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Whiteside County Master Gardener Training
When: Fridays, June 12-August 28
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: 12923 Lawrence Rd. Sterling, IL (With occasional offsite visits)
Cost: $225 - Please contact the…
Cook County June Nature Wellness Walk
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…
2026 Champaign County 4-H Dog Show
Join us at the 2026 4-H General Projects and Livestock Shows!
4-H members from Champaign County will proudly showcase the skills and knowledge they’ve gained throughout the year. Local…
Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health
Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program, Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois Extension…
Summer Jam and Jelly Canning Workshop
Randolph and Perry County 4-H Small Pet Show
The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Small Pet Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 9 a.m.
Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…
Trash Blast at Giant City State Park
Illinois Extension is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) at Giant City State Park to protect our local natural resources by hosting a fall Trash Blast on June 13…