Events
Canning with Confidence, Food Preservation - Lacon
Are you ready for SUMMER? Canning season is just around the corner.
Join Susan Glassman, MS Ed, CHES, Food and Nutrition Educator, for Canning with Confidence, an informative and engaging…
Yes, You Can! Dehydrating Your Summer Produce
Rural Roots Family Fun Day
Bring the family to the Wyoming Public Library and join Illinois Extension for a fun day of learning as you celebrate our agricultural heritage! The event features a variety of activities for…
Eat and Educate - Cooking for 1 or 2
Get inspired and learn tips and tricks to prepare easy, healthy, and delicious dishes without waste or hassle. Learn simple recipes, smart shopping tips, and meal-planning strategies that make…
Garden Planning Workshop
Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…
2026 Illinois Invasive Species Symposium
Explore the latest invasive species research updates, learn about management options, celebrate success stories, network with colleagues, and ask questions at…
Giving the Gift of Flowers
What makes you smile more than a bouquet of fresh flowers? A recent study found that flowers positively affect our emotional health and well-being. Flowers increase happiness, help foster intimate…
Farm and Flowers Cloverbud Workshop
Our Youth Leadership Team is hosting a fun-filled, farm- and flower-themed adventure just for Cloverbud youth.…
ServSafe Training and Exam
The Food Protection Manager Certificate course caters perfectly to those aiming for certification in Food Protection Management for Illinois. Through ServSafe, which boasts ANSI-CFP accreditation…
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…