Events
The Great Seed Event 2026
McHenry County's third annual all-things-seeds event: vegetables, natives, flowers and herbs. Vendors, demos and a seed swap!
Register today! General Admission is free and there will be a…
Backyard Book Art
Join us as Master Naturalist, Master Gardener, and art teacher Merry Lanker leads a creative workshop on painting garden pavers to look like your favorite novel. These charming "book pavers" make…
Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office
Speaking for Illinois 4-H Training February
Registration is open!You love 4-H. We need you to help tell that story to the public. 4-H members received advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings held…
What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety
Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…
Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: Straw Weaving Bracelet
Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library
Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…
Joliet Agronomy Summit
University of Illinois Extension is holding the Joliet Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the…
Forming an LLC
If you or your producers are curious about the details of an LLC, you’re not alone. Most farmers choose the LLC as their…
Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting 2026
Stay informed on current agriculture practices and the latest research taking place at Dudley Smith Farm during the annual Winter Meeting. Topics this year include:
Cattle production and…