Events

Native Alternative for Landscaping Grasses and Sedges | Belvidere

Sustainable landscaping starts with the plants we choose. Join us for an engaging and informative program designed for landscape professionals and property owners who want to incorporate more…

Health & Management Roundup for Small Ruminants

Program Details:
May 4 at 6:00 p.m. McHenry County Extension Office
This FREE program is open to the public as well as 4-H families.
Join University of Illinois Extension Livestock…

Hold That Thought: Explore Strategies for Forgetfulness

Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Misplaced your keys or cell phone? Forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered “yes,” you are not alone!…

Melons and Gourds

Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

Ticks in Illinois

 Have you found yourself worrying that those pesky little bugs seem to be everywhere lately? You might be right, tick populations are on the rise, and new species may be appearing in our area.…

Sustaining Local Commerce: The Role of Community-Supported Enterprises in Business Retention

Explore how community‑supported enterprises help small towns retain essential businesses and strengthen local vitality.

Small towns facing a long-standing business closure due to retirement, or…

POSTPONED

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Dig In! Growing Wellness Through Nature and Gardening

Join us for a fun and relaxing family-friendly workshop that brings wellness to life through nature and gardening! 

In this hands-on program, you’ll discover the many benefits of spending time…

Monroe County Outdoor Explorers

Join us for a guided evening walk to explore geology. This program is designed for youth and adults of all ages and includes light hiking.

What to BringA drinkAppropriate shoes and clothing for…

Business in Front, Party in the Back - Designing a Native Landscape Your Neighbors will Appreciate

Even the most thoughtfully designed native landscape can sometimes be misunderstood or even viewed as problematic by neighbors or local municipalities. What begins as an effort to support…

Shiitake Mushroom Log Inoculation Workshop at Garden Gate Farm

Looking for a low-cost way to diversify your farm's specialty crop production and income stream? Shiitake mushrooms can fetch premium prices at markets, restaurants, through CSAs, or even wholesale,…