Events

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety

Discover how to decode food labels, bust myths, and take control of your plate.

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

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 Lawrence Public…

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,…

Tai Chi at Windsor of Savoy

Move with Ease - Discover the Power of Tai Chi!

Experience a gentle yet powerful way to improve your strength, flexibility and balance while reducing pain and fall risk! 

Join…

Winter Fruit Tree Pruning

Hands-on classroom session this winterJoin our Northern Illinois Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop with Alexis R. Barnes, Local Food Systems and Small Farms Educator, to learn how — and when — to properly…

Wits Fitness

Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness!Ready to keep your mind sharp and your spirits high? Wits Fitness is a fun, engaging class designed to support brain health through interactive activities,…

Wild Neighbors: Beavers—Nature's Engineers

Beavers bring many emotions. A child watching a beaver eat at the zoo is completely mesmerized. A naturalist studying their engineering ability is in awe. The landowner who just lost a giant tree,…

Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Snowman Painting

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…

Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

This is an in-person, test-only session.  Only the private exam will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department…

2026 Lake County Garden Learning Series

Join us for the 2026 University of Illinois Extension Garden Learning Series!!

This year we have a fantastic variety of topics being presented by the University of Illinois Extension Master…