Events
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Growing in the Greenhouse
Join us for fun growing plants and learning in the Sauk Valley Community College Greenhouse Learning Lab! (Please dress accordingly--it could be warm in the greenhouse.) Youth will explore the…

Wits Fitness Mt. Carroll | August
Do you wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain…

Wits Fitness Thomson | August
Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Kara Schweitzer each month as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain and maintain and enhance cognitive…

ABCs of School Nutrition

Nourishing Minds: Enhancing School Wellness and Nutrition

Canning Salsa with Confidence
Learn safe water bath canning techniques in this hands-on workshop! We’ll cover the basics of canning, how to safely adjust salsa recipes, and boost your confidence in preserving at home. You'll…

4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon
4-H members, don't miss your chance to compete for one of nine $1,000 scholarships at the 4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon!
Head to the south show ring of the…

ABCs of School Nutrition

DIY Bottle Terrarium
Explore the magical, enclosed world of bottle terrariums--self-contained plant environments within glass. Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Bruce Black to explore terrariums, their…

Back to School Snacks for Growing Appetites
Tired of the snack-time struggle? Join us for a fun and interactive class to learn how to outsmart sugary snacks with high-protein, high-fiber alternatives. We'll explore balanced bites, decode…