Events

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners!

This program will introduce youth to nature and gardening through storybooks and fun learning activities. This session explores the fascinating…

Livestock Learn and Fun Day

Livestock Learn and Fun Day is a fun-filled day of hands-on experience learning about various species of livestock! Youth will explore a variety of animals while learning simple skills like caring…

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

Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

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.…

Flour Power: Baking SPIN Club

The Flour Power Baking SPIN Club will meet at First Christian Church in Sterling April 20, 27, and May 4 from 5 to 6:30 PM. Participants will make delicious, homemade brownies, pie crust/pie, and…

Business Succession for a Strong Rural Community: Worker Co‑ops as a Transition Strategy

Learn how worker cooperatives offer a practical, built-in solution to rural business succession.

Rural communities across the country are facing a growing succession crisis as long‑time business…

Ready & Resilient : Practical Climate Strategies for Illinois Municipalities

Illinois communities are already seeing the effects of a changing climate—heavier rains, more frequent flooding, hotter summers, shifting seasons, and added strain on local infrastructure. To help…

From Peel to Plate

Fun fact: April is Winning at Reducing Food Waste Month!

Learn how to make the most of the food you bring home. This class looks at simple ways to cut food waste, store foods safely, and…