Events
Lake County 2025 Plant Sale
Calling all gardeners: Save the date of Saturday, May 17, 2025, for the Lake County Extension Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale at the University of Illinois Extension. This year our plant sale…
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…
Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser
Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser, to look at birds in nature on May 18 from 8:30-10 a.m. at Giant City State Park Post Oak Trail: 460 Giant City Lodge Rd, Makanda, IL 62958. Learn to…
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…
Strawberry Planters
Why Cork Matters: Session 3
Did you know that cork production is considered a sustainable industry because only part of the tree is collected, leaving the specimen to live and grow? Explore the sustainable cork harvest of…
Managing Common Squash and Pumpkin Pests
Pumpkins and squash are popular garden plants. However, many gardeners struggle with pests attacking their plants. Learn about…
Unlock the Secrets of Sourdough
Gain a better understanding of the entire sourdough breadmaking process and leave with a list of resources to help you continue your…