Events
Attracting Native Bees to Your Homestead
Gardens with abundant native bee populations tend to have higher crop yields. Better yet, you're helping the bees! Supporting native bee populations in your garden helps maintain biodiversity…
4-H Science Camp
Circuit Masters Electricity Workshop (Wiring)
Already a Snap Circuits pro? Take your skills to the next level! Join us on June 10 from 1–3:30 PM at the Washington County Extension Education Center for our Circuit Masters workshop. Youth ages…
Fossil Fun
Travel back in time and discover the prehistoric past of the Illinois Valley! We’ll read The Dinosaur Lady by Linda Skeers and learn how fossils help scientists understand ancient life. Kids will…
Northern Illinois Trees
Science Teacher PL - Making Sense of Sensemaking
Explore responsive facilitation of student sensemaking in the K-12 science classroom.
Make a plan to integrate key science instructional practices that center student ideas and empower all…
Tomato Troubles
Tomatoes are one of the most popular and commonly grown plants in home gardens. Learn about common problems that plague tomatoes as well as ways to address them.
This program will also be…
Botanical Workshop: Landscape Design 101
Culinary Herbs 101
Herbs and spices are a simple way to add flavor while supporting healthy eating. Whether you grow them in your garden or purchase them locally, herbs can transform everyday meals with vibrant…
Wits Fitness
Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness!
Keep your mind active and your mood lifted with Wits Fitness — an engaging, research‑informed program designed to support lifelong brain…