Events
2026 Illinois Invasive Species Symposium
Explore the latest invasive species research updates, learn about management options, celebrate success stories, network with colleagues, and ask questions at…
Yes, You Can! Dehydrating Your Summer Produce
Rural Roots Family Fun Day
Rural Roots Family Fun Day at the Wyoming Public Library on Thurs, May 28, from 10–11:30 AM
Bring the whole family for a FREE day of learning and fun as we celebrate our agricultural heritage…
Salty Puffy Paint Cloverbud Workshop
Love puffy paint and want to learn how to make your own? Join us at the Macon County Extension Office in the Clover Room and make your own salty puffy paint! It's fun, easy, and there might even…
Eat and Educate - Cooking for 1 or 2
Get inspired and learn tips and tricks to prepare easy, healthy, and delicious dishes without waste or hassle. Learn simple recipes, smart shopping tips, and meal-planning strategies that make…
Fatal Opioid Overdose Prevention: Narcan Administration Program
Opioid overdoses are a very serious problem. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office stated that there were 1,169 opioid-related deaths in 2024. The University of IL Extension provides a pogram…
Golden Hour Gardening: Pizza in a Pot
Giving the Gift of Flowers
What makes you smile more than a bouquet of fresh flowers? A recent study found that flowers positively affect our emotional health and well-being. Flowers increase happiness, help foster intimate…
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…
ServSafe Training and Exam
The Food Protection Manager Certificate course caters perfectly to those aiming for certification in Food Protection Management for Illinois. Through ServSafe, which boasts ANSI-CFP accreditation…