Events

YQCA In Person Training

LIVESTOCK ETHICS REQUIREMENTS: 

All 4-H exhibitors of Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine animals will be required to certify in the YQCA program yearly for the show season. (NOTE:…

Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Herbs

Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

Wellness in Nature

Spending time in nature can benefit mental and physical well-being. 

From creating a sensory experience while growing vegetables and fruits in a garden, to hiking and exploring a forest…

Good Fire

Fire is more than the combustion of fuel for energy. Fire has a deep cultural and environmental history for humans, the land, and wildlife. This presentation will go over a bit of the history of fire…

Pollinator Pathways & Landscaping with Native Plants

Explore hot topics in home gardening with expert Extension educators. Join us at the Hauberg Carriage House! The doors open at 5:30 PM, and sessions run from 6 to 8 PM. The fee is $15 per session and…

Motivation Monday: Diabetes at the Y

Understanding how food impacts blood sugar can increase your confidence to manage diabetes day-to-day. Join Illinois Extension for educational sessions to strengthen your knowledge and skills.…

Flour Power: Baking SPIN Club

The Flour Power Baking SPIN Club will meet at First Christian Church in Sterling April 20, 27, and May 4 from 5 to 6:30 PM. Participants will make delicious, homemade brownies, pie crust/pie, and…

From Peel to Plate

Fun fact: April is Winning at Reducing Food Waste Month!

Learn how to make the most of the food you bring home. This class looks at simple ways to cut food waste, store foods safely, and…

VCMG Presents: Unusual Tomatoes

Growing vegetables with unusual colors and shapes is part of the creative process for gardeners. Even your most common vegetables come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Have fun, be creative, and…

Repotting and Caring for Houseplants

Have you checked on your houseplants lately? Whether you're experienced at caring for houseplants or are simply curious about taking up the hobby, this workshop is for you! Participants will learn…