Events
Migratory Birdwatching Hike
Led by an experienced birder and Master Naturalist, this two-hour walk offers a chance to observe a variety of species during their spring migration through Illinois at Amboy Marsh, an Illinois…
Conservation@Home's 2026 Spring Ephemerals webinar
Have you ever wondered how some wildflowers bloom while the ground is still cold and the air feels like winter? Join University of Illinois Extension for this free one-hour webinar to explore…
4-H Fun Day
4-H Super Saturday
All 4-H members ages 5-18 are invited to participate. Cost is $25 per participant. Participants are asked to register by Friday, March 6. Class sizes will be limited so early registration is…
4-H Homemade Noodle-Making Workshop
Homemade noodles are easier to make than you might think! With a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can learn to make homemade noodles like your parents and grandparents. Katelyn Case,…
Designing a Unique Scrapbook
Scrapbooking is a fun, creative way to capture memories of trips and other experiences. Join this workshop to learn about all levels of the scrapbooking 4-H project while getting started on your…
Russel Allen Garden Day 2026
Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners
Pancake Day
Stop by the Sparta VFW Post on Saturday, March 21, for an all-you-can-eat breakfast with proceeds supporting Randolph County 4-H.
Hosted by the Randolph County Foundation, pancake day has…
Wild Neighbors: Coyotes
Coyotes are one of the most misunderstood species in Illinois and the U.S. They conjure up mixed feelings of fear, anger, and, for some, wild beauty. There are many stories about…