Events

Block Reference

A smiling girl taking a selfie with a snowman. A green 4-H logo in the lower right corner.

4-H Winter Photo Contest

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery

Capture the magic of winter and take a picture with a winter theme for our Winter Photo Contest! The photo MUST be taken by the 4-H member during the Winter of 2025-2026 (Nov 25-Feb 26).

Gloved hands with scissors cutting a tree branch.

Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon

Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…

plant in soil progressively getting taller

Seed Starting for Success: Pocket-Friendly and Eco-Smart Methods

County: Winnebago

Get a head start on a successful growing season and have the garden you want at a pocket-friendly cost by starting your seeds at home. Simplify seed starting by joining Illinois Extension Master…

Gloved hands with scissors cutting a tree branch.

Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…
man holding fossil

Fossil Identification Workshop

County: LaSalle

Join us for a fascinating exploration of Illinois' prehistoric past. This hands-on program is designed for fossil enthusiasts of all ages and will provide participants with the knowledge and…

Nursery School Lessons in Gardening tools and plants over soil

Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening Symposium

County: Rock Island
A day of gardening inspiration and learning

Join University of Illinois Extension educators, local experts, and Master Gardeners for a full day of inspiration, practical workshops, and community…

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners, text shown over pictue of young children

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners

Houseplants: Succulents
County: Piatt
Join us on Saturday mornings for a collection of nature-inspired stories. This session explores the charm of houseplants and succulents. Kids of all ages are welcome to attend. Come learn, imagine,…
McHenry County 4-H Public Speaking Contest

McHenry County 4-H Public Speaking Contest

County: McHenry

One of the most important skills that 4-H members can learn is to speak in front of a group. In 4-H, members have many opportunities to practice this skill. Besides doing presentations at the club…

grassroots in soil with word "Rooted"

Rooted

A plant-based conference
County: DuPage, Kane, Kendall
2nd Annual EventRooted in research, this popular educational event is back! Designed to reach northern Illinois gardeners, growers, environmentalists, and everyday plant lovers alike, "Rooted" will…

-

Playground equipment, stacked stones, children in a tent
-

Winter Elementary OpenSciEd Institutes

Teacher professional learning for Unit 1 and Unit 2 in all Grades K-5
County: Cook

Engage your students this Spring in minds-on, inquiry-focused science learning with Elementary OpenSciEd for grades K-5!

Prepare to implement the first unit in your grade with our 2-day…

Find local progams

View Map
College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

EEO myExtension Staff Login