Events
Conservation Tours
What started a few years ago as a humble experiment has grown into something we truly love, a living, breathing space that feels like it jumped straight out of the pages of…
4-H Candle Making Workshop
Yes, You Can: Preserving Practice: Jams and Jellies
Making jams and jellies at home is a simple and rewarding way to preserve food. With just fruit, sugar, pectin, and a few essential kitchen tools, you can create flavorful spreads your family will…
Nibbles Kids Gardening Club | Sycamore
2026 Certified Food Protection Manager Course
University of Illinois Extension is offering a one-day Certified Food Protection Manager course at the Vermilion County Extension office (3164 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61832) on June 1 that…
Free Watch Party: Making Jams and Jellies at Home | Belvidere
Extension is hosting a free step-by-step webinar Watch Party on how to safely can and preserve your own jams and jellies at home. Learn…
Share Your SNAP Story
SNAP rules have changed! We'd like to hear how this has impacted people and families eligible to participate in SNAP, Medicaid, and other assistance programs.
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Cultivating Care Food Donation Garden Stewardship Day 2
Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…
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Youth Cooking School
Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.
Participants will learn:
Basic cooking and…
Youth Cooking School
Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.
Participants will learn:
Basic cooking and…