Events
Container Gardening with Vegetables
Macoupin County Extension is hosting a container gardening workshop led by Andrew Holsinger, horticulture educator.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn the art and science…
Let's Walk | Belvidere
Little Roots Garden Series
Grow With Us This Summer!
Join our fun and educational gardening program designed to inspire youth ages 5–7 (as of 9/1/24) to grow their own fruits, vegetables, and flowers! This hands-on…
4-H Yeast Bread Workshop
Youth ages 5-18 are invited to the Union County Extension Annex to make yeast bread at the Yeast Bread Workshop! Baking will begin at 4:00pm and finish when the dough is ready. Register by May 28…
canceledCarolyn Mason Education Day
Please join us as we spend the morning learning about nature to celebrate a special woman. We will start with an optional birding hike followed by registration and a continental breakfast. MJ…
Wellness in Nature
Step into nature and awaken your senses on a wellness walk at COMLARA Park on May 31 from 9-11am . This immersive experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and engage all five…
Rooted in Nature
Want to bring the beauty and benefits of native plants to your patio, balcony, or small garden space? Attend this workshop to learn all about incorporating native plants into your container…
Prairie Land Conservancy & McDonough County Health Department Wellness Hike
Prairie Land Conservancy & McDonough County Health Department Wellness Walk
Prairie Land Conservancy is your local land trust in west-central Illinois! This year, we are partnering with…
Master Gardener Informational Booth
Not sure what vegetables, fruit, or flowers would work best for your needs? Have a plant dying or a problem with a tree or pest? Christian County Master Gardeners will be available …
Demystifying Trees Walk
Meet at the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge visitor's center on Saturday, May 31 for a 2-hour educational experience with U of I Extension forester and reserach specialist, Chris Evans. View…