Events

Master Gardener Plant Sale

Visit the Master Gardener booth at Garden Fest. Our knowledgeable Master Gardeners will be available throughout the morning to answer your gardening questions and give you suggestions for…

Community Tree Planting and Workshop in Pontiac

Trees are an essential part of Pontiac’s urban landscape, offering shade, evaporative cooling, habitat for local wildlife, and beauty throughout the seasons. This free workshop and community tree‑…

Mother's Day Flower Walk | Genoa

On the day before Mother's Day, Saturday, May 9, come out to the guided wildflower walks at the Natural Resource Education Center (NREC) in Russell Woods Forest Preserve. The upland paved path allows…

Global Gourmet - Greece

Calling all young foodies ages 8–18! Join us for a hands-on program where we travel the globe to discover new dishes from around the world. Each session will feature a dish from a different country,…

Mother's Day Planters

Join the Jo Daviess County Master Gardeners on Saturday, May 9 at Aunt Beez Greenhouse, 3027 W. Veta Grande Road, Scales Mound, IL, to create a planter that you can either keep for yourself or…

Grow Your Own Bath Sponge

Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? 

Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an…

Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a…

Veterinary Workshop

Participants will have the opportunity to explore a local veterinary clinic, see diagnostic tools such as x-ray equipment, and learn how veterinarians care for animals. Dr. Maag will answer questions…

Fit Wits: Keep Your Brain Healthy and Engaged

Keeping your wits fit requires more than just doing crossword puzzles or word searches. There is increasing evidence that brain health is directly related to body health. This should come as no…

Cultivating Care Garden Stewardship Day 1

Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…