Events
Master Gardener Help Desk
Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?
You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…
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…
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…
Nature Journaling Workshop
Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling. During these hands-on workshops, participants will learn…
Conservation Tours
What started a few years ago as a humble experiment has grown into something we truly love, a living, breathing space that feels like it jumped straight out of the pages of…
Yes, You Can: Preserving Practice: Jams and Jellies
Making jams and jellies at home is a simple and rewarding way to preserve food. With just fruit, sugar, pectin, and a few essential kitchen tools, you can create flavorful spreads your family will…
Cultivating Care Food Donation Garden Stewardship Day 2
Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…
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Youth Cooking School
Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.
Participants will learn:
Basic cooking and…-
Willy's Garden Week
Youth are invited to spend five days learning about plants, insects, and wildlife you might find in your own garden. Join the Master Gardeners in the Children's Auditorium at the Decatur Public…