Events

Fur Real Companionship

Explore the healing power of companionship, even if you can't care for a pet yourself.

Discover the fantastic benefits animals bring to older adults. Research shows that pets can chase away…

Woodford County 4-H Woodworking Workshop Series

Join us for a hands-on 4-H woodworking workshop series where youth can learn practical woodworking skills, practice safe tool use, and create projects they can proudly take home. This is a great…

Mindfulness Hike at Big Creek Park

Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment. 
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your connection…

Sourdough Made Simple

With the help of wild yeasts and bacteria, turn simple ingredients into flavorful loaves of sourdough. In this class, learn the basics of sourdough breadmaking, including caring for starter…

Invasive Species, Native Landscaping & You

The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series 
What are the top 13 invasive…

Raising Goats: From Farm to Value-Added Products

Join Melanie Aldridge, owner of Meadows Bluff Farm, for an inside look at dairy goat production and value-added agriculture. Melanie will share her experiences raising goats for milk, managing a…

Inside the Stress Response: Understanding the Amygdala’s Role

Learn how a small brain region shapes your reactions.

Why do we react to stress the way we do? This session explores the role of the amygdala, a key brain region involved in processing emotions and…

Richland County Spark at the Library: October

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Eight free monthly classes will be held at the Olney Public…

Climate Stewards Training

Climate change is a global issue with community-level solutions. You can make a difference as a Climate Steward!

From extreme heat to flooding, Illinois communities are already living through the…

Take charge of your health

Strengthen your health with practical tools for managing chronic conditions.

Discover strategies for managing pain,
communicating effectively with health care
providers and loved ones, and…