Events
Mindful Minis and Microgreens
This program encourages curiosity and connection to nature, while giving youth skills to foster calmness and well-being through caring for plants.
Youth will take home plant projects created.…
Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Prophetstown
Give your child the chance to unplug, explore, and connect with nature through our Nature Explorers SPIN Club! Designed for youth ages 8–18, this hands-on experience encourages curiosity,…
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4-H Cooking School
Designed for participants who are new to cooking and baking, this hands-on cooking school introduces youth to essential kitchen skills. Participants will learn kitchen and food safety, basic food…
YQCA training
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…
Container Gardening Workshop
Container gardens are a great option for beginner gardeners, those without a big space to garden, and those with challenging soil conditions. We’ll explore different types of container gardens…
4-H Electricity School
Join us for Electricity School on June 3, 2026 at John Wood Workforce Development Center | 2710 N. 42nd St., QuincyOpen to all youth, ages 8-18. 4-H Membership is NOT required. Invite a…
Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic
Insect Hotels: Creating Habitat for Beneficial Insects
Dive into the fascinating world of beneficial insects and learn how these…
Coffee Talk at Hoopeston Public Library
Join Illinois Extension and OMNI 4 All for Coffee Talk at the Hoopeston Public Library (110 N 4th St., Hoopeston, IL 60942).
This three-part series will teach participants on eating to…
4-H General Show
Youth enrolled in 4-H in Alexander, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, and Union County are invited to present general show projects for judging Thursdays in June from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The first show…