Events

4-H Buddy Training
Join us on May 15 for buddy training at the West Franklin Historical District, 2130 School House Road, Mulkeytown, IL 62865, beginning at 6 p.m. This training is geared towards older 4-H members…

Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser
Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser, for a leisurely walk in nature to look at birds on May 15 from 8:30-10 a.m. at Green Earth Brush Hill: 1085-1087 E Park St, Carbondale, IL 62901. Learn…

Sourdough Starter Made Simple
Ready to dive into the world of sourdough? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for your own sourdough starter from scratch! We’ll break down the science…

Unit Council Meeting
Join us on May 15, 2025, for the Unit Council Meeting, where we will spotlight the Community Economic Development team.

Youth Photography Workshop
This 4-H Youth Photography Workshop is designed to help young photographers enhance their skills by focusing on two crucial elements: composition and color harmony. Participants will explore how…

Meditation Mornings
Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday…

Jackson and Williamson County 4-H Livestock Show
The Jackson & Williamson County 4-H Livestock Show will be held on Saturday, May 17, at the Williamson County Fairgrounds. Scheduled events include:
8 a.m. – Swine Show9 a.m. – Sheep Show9:…
2025 Master Gardener Plant Sale
The 2025 sale will feature:
Several varieties of tomatoes and peppersNative plantsNursery-stock perennialsMaster Gardeners on-hand to…
Youth Community Service Day - Ruthie's Kitchen

VCMG May Plant Sale
For over 20 years, the University of Illinois Extension Vermilion County Master Gardeners have been hosting an eagerly anticipated Spring Plant Sale – and this year’s event promises to be better…