Events

4-H Cooking School

Designed for participants who are new to cooking and baking, this hands-on cooking school introduces youth to essential kitchen skills. Participants will learn kitchen and food safety, basic food…

Cloverbud Fiber Fun Factory

Cloverbud Fiber Fun Factory is a creative, hands-on workshop designed just for Cloverbuds ages 5–7 (as of 9/1/25)! On June 2nd from 9–11 AM at the Washington County Extension Education Center,…

Planting Herbs for Pollinators: Support Your Local Bees, Butterflies, and Beyond! - Marion

Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator, Kimberly Rohling, for a program designed to help you create a pollinator-friendly herb garden! In this session, you'll learn how to select, plant, and…

4-H Electricity School

Join us for Electricity School on June 3, 2026 at John Wood Workforce Development Center  | 2710 N. 42nd St., Quincy

Open to all youth, ages 8-18. 4-H Membership is NOT required. Invite a…

YQCA training

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…

4-H General Show

Youth enrolled in 4-H in Alexander, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, and Union County are invited to present general show projects for judging Thursdays in June from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The first show…

Fossils of the Illinois Valley

This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their…

Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner reaches the appropriate pressure needed to process low-acid foods, such as…

Eat and Educate - Hold that Thought

Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Have you ever misplaced your keys or cell phone? Have you ever forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered…

Insect Hotels: Creating Habitat for Beneficial Insects

Discover how small structures can make a big difference for local wildlife in this hands-on insect hotel workshop!

Dive into the fascinating world of beneficial insects and learn how these…