Events

2026 Southwestern Illinois Commercial Tree Fruit School

Get current research-based information on growing tree fruits.

The 2026 program features a wide range of topics to help you meet the challenges of commercial fruit production in Southwestern…

Introduction to Beekeeping

Explore the fascinating world of honey bees and the steps to becoming a beekeeper at “Introduction to Beekeeping.” This series is designed for someone who is interested in starting beekeeping in…

Native Landscape Design Workshop, COACHING SESSION A

Following the January 29 Introduction to Landscape Design session, this online coaching session will consist of breakout rooms in which Extension staff and Master Gardener/Master Naturalist…

Line Dancing Workshop

Grab your boots and bring a friend to this workshop! Join us for a fun morning while learning the basics of line dancing. Youth ages 8-18 are welcome to attend and do not have to be a member of 4-…

Plants of Concern Herbarium Mounting - Williamson County

Are you interested in mounting herbarium specimens for the Plants of Concern Program and Southern Illinois University Carbondale?  Sessions will rotate through different Illinois Extension…

Grow it From the Ground Up Gardening Workshop

Grow an interest in gardening this winter! Join this workshop to learn how to draw a garden plan, when and where to get started, how to start seeds, and the essentials for growing a thriving…

Propagating Houseplants: Multiply Your Collection

Join the University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Staff for: Branching Out: A Botanical Workshop Series. In the second of the series, expand your indoor garden! Learn simple propagation…

Cordage Making Workshop | Belvidere

Join Us for a Hands-On Cordage Workshop!  Peggy (Doty) Anesi will be leading a unique cordage-making program on Thursday, February 12 at 9:00 AM at the Boone County Extension Office,…

Life's Moments: From Memory to Legacy

Do you have a story waiting to be told?

This workshop is your chance to share yours, even if you've never written before. Join us on Thursdays starting February 5 from Noon to 1 PM at the…

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.…