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Garden Planning Workshop

Princeton Public Library
County: Bureau

Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…

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Eat and Educate - Eating Well as You Age

Strong and Steady
County: Randolph

Learn how nutritional needs change over time and how to make smart, enjoyable food choices that support heart health, bone strength, digestion, and immune function. Gain practical tips for…

Youth from last year's competition cook on a team at tables.

State 4-H Dish Dash (formerly Food Challenge)

This event is now at capacity.

If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, you may still register and we will contact you if a spot opens up!

To all of our young aspiring chefs get ready for a…

4-H clover

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

County: Peoria

Peoria 4-H teens are invited to participate in the county-wide Federation. This group meets monthly, plans county-wide special events, and volunteer in many 4-H leadership roles. 

Jersey County Courthouse in Jerseyville. A green 4-H clover in upper left corner.

Jersey County History Workshop

County: Jersey

This Jersey County History 4-H Workshop introduces youth to the people, places, and events that shaped Jersey County. Participants explore local history through short presentations and historic…

Community garden with rows of green crops. People lining the crops to help with harvesting.

Homegrown Harvest: Planting Warm Season Crops

Gardening Workshop Series
County: Macon

Homegrown Harvest is a series of free, family-friendly vegetable garden workshops designed to support beginning gardeners through the growing season. Topics include seed sowing, soil health,…

Baking sheet with Veggies on it

Fire & Flavor

County: DeWitt, Piatt, Macon

Whether out camping or at home, cooking outside on a grill is a great time to be outdoors with friends and family to explore delicious eats. Learn about grilling techniques for both meat and…

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Spring Wildflower Hike

Dayton Bluffs Preserve
County: LaSalle

Explore the beauty of spring wildflowers on a series of guided hikes at natural areas around LaSalle County. Spring ephemeral wildflowers can only be viewed for a brief period of time, between the…

multiple youth riding bicycles outside

Bike Safety Day 2026

Edwards County
County: Edwards

It's time to get those bicycles out of storage and ready for bike rides around town! Ensure your bikes are in tip-top shape by attending Bike Safety Day, hosted by Edwards County 4-H, Bone Gap…

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Mother's Day Flower Walk | Genoa

The day before Mother's Day...
County: DeKalb
On the day before Mother's Day, Saturday, May 9, come out to the guided wildflower walks at the Natural Resource Education Center (NREC) in Russell Woods Forest Preserve. The upland paved path allows…

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