Events

Moth Gardening: Amazing Pollinators of the Night

Learn more about the unsung pollinators visiting flowers and gardens at night. 

Butterflies are one of the most popular garden themes, but what about their nighttime counterparts? Moths, the…

Become a Dementia Friend | Mount Morris

Seven million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, and many more have other forms of dementia that affect their independence and well-being. Attend this free training to…

Beefsteak Removal on Snake Road

Join the Shawnee National Forest, Friends of the Shawnee, and Illinois Extension at the LaRue Pine Hills Research Natural Area on Snake Road as we work together to combat invasive herbaceous plants…

June Walk & Talks

Connect with your community and nature with Illinois Extension’s Walk & Talks series. Each session features a short interactive lesson or activity, followed by a refreshing walk on paved paths…

4-H Summer Hiking Club

Explore the great outdoors this summer. Join us as we venture out to several hiking trails in Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery Counties. We will have a short presentation at each park,…

4-H Science Camp

Join us for an exciting morning of Wild Weather exploration! Youth will investigate the science of extreme weather through interactive demonstrations and hands-on builds. This workshop will explore…

Boat Regatta

Join us on Wednesday, June 10, for an evening filled with imagination, collaboration, and fun! You and up to three friends are invited to design and build a boat from unconventional materials.…

Science Teacher PL - Making Sense of Sensemaking

Explore responsive facilitation of student sensemaking in the K-12 science classroom.

Make a plan to integrate key science instructional practices that center student ideas and empower all…

Northern Illinois Trees

The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series Programs are free and will be held…

Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Kane County Field Day

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…