Events
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Cooking 101: 4-H Kitchen Skills Series
Step into the kitchen with confidence! 🥄 Our Cooking 101: 4‑H Kitchen Skills Series gives youth a hands-on experience using the official Cooking 101 curriculum. Participants will learn essential…
Monroe County Outdoor Explorers
Join us for a guided evening walk as we explore trees in our local landscapes. This program is designed for youth and adults of all ages and includes light hiking.
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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.…
Culinary Herbs 101
Herbs and spices are a simple way to add flavor while supporting healthy eating. Whether you grow them in your garden or purchase them locally, herbs can transform everyday meals with vibrant…
Basic Lawn Care | Stillman Valley
Free Adult Program | Registration Required: 815‑645‑8611 The grass is always greener… with the proper lawn care. Join certified Ogle County Master Gardener Phil…
Circuit Explorers Electricity (Snap Circuits) Workshop
Get ready to light up your imagination! Join us on June 9 from 1–3:30 PM at the Washington County Extension Education Center for our Circuit Explorers workshop, where youth ages 8–13 (as of 9/1/25…
5 Steps to Protect Your Farm, Legally Speaking
Are there a few key steps that provide a big impact when it comes to the farm or ranch’s protection from legal risks? Yes,…
LEGO Science: Click, Build, Discover!
Get ready to snap ideas into action! In this LEGO® Education Science experience, youth will dive into hands-on building challenges using LEGO bricks to explore how the world works. From testing…
Golden Hour Gardening: Where Wellness Grows
Where Wellness Grows is an engaging program designed to help participants become rooted in wellness through gardening and time spent in nature. Where Wellness Grows encourages connection with…
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Introduction to Invasive Species Management
From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…