Events
Kane County 4-H Foundation Fundraiser
The Kane County 4-H Foundation will host its 17th annual pork chop dinner and auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 18 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Prairie…
Spring Wildflower Hike
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…
April 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…
Vermilion County 4-H Sewing SPIN Club
Join Our 4-H Sewing SPIN Club!
Are you a young, creative mind eager to learn the art of sewing? Look no further! Our 4-H Sewing Club is the perfect place for you to unleash your creativity and…
Migratory Birdwatching Hike
Led by an experienced birder and Master Naturalist, this two-hour walk offers a chance to observe a variety of species during their spring migration through Illinois at Lake Kakusha in Mendota.…
Junior Master Naturalist Program at Woodstock Library
Bitten by the curiosity bug?? Join us to discover amazing facts about our smallest neighbors, the “super hero” bugs in our backyards and around the world. Look through a “bugs eye”, take a…
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State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests
Registration is open!The 2026 State Horse Contest dates are set! Contest rules and entry information are now available on the State 4-H website.
The 4-H state horse judging…
YQCA In Person Training
LIVESTOCK ETHICS REQUIREMENTS:
All 4-H exhibitors of Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine animals will be required to certify in the YQCA program yearly for the show season. (NOTE:…
Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Herbs
Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards?
Join…
Motivation Monday: Diabetes at the Y
Understanding how food impacts blood sugar can increase your confidence to manage diabetes day-to-day. Join Illinois Extension for educational sessions to strengthen your knowledge and skills.…