Events

Canning with Confidence

Curious about home canning but not sure where to begin? Join Extension for a beginner-friendly class that takes the guesswork out of preserving food at home. Learn the basics of pressure canning,…

What's the Difference? Heirloom, Native, Organic, Non-GMO, Hybrid, Nontreated

The Crossing Garden Education Series will guide you through a full gardening season -- from starting seeds and nurturing young plants to harvesting big and wrapping things up for the year. Along…

Veggie Visions: Unveiling New Flavors in 2026

Keep garden planning fresh by adding new vegetable varieties. 

Embark on a culinary adventure with the exciting lineup of new vegetables unveiled for the 2026 season. Learn about the unique…

Sterling Township Junior Garden

Ages 12-18 interested in starting a garden—no experience necessary!

Join us Tuesdays, May 12 - July 28 from 3:30-4:30 pm, to learn about horticultural concepts through hands-on and group…

Grow Together

Join us for some hands-on learning experiences designed to help you grow with confidence and community! Discover how to create vibrant pollinator pocket gardens and learn how to choose native plants…

Amazing Annuals

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

Forestry Skills 101: Using Forestry Tools at Rice Lake

Discover the basics of forestry tools and learn how to identify trees around Rice Lake through simple, field‑ready techniques.
 
Location:  Rice Lake - Meet in the parking lot. …

Wits Fitness | Eureka

Strengthen Your Mind with Wits Fitness!

Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to stay mentally active and connect with others? Wits Fitness is an engaging class that supports brain health through…

Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health

Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program led by Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois…

Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Pool Noodle Plane

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public…