Events
Bi-State Homesteading Conference set for February 20
The Bi-State Homesteading Conference will take place Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET in the Beef House Oak Room, offering hands-on, research-based education for individuals…
4-H Winter Photo Contest
Capture the magic of winter and take a picture with a winter theme for our Winter Photo Contest! The photo MUST be taken by the 4-H member during the Winter of 2025-2026 (Nov 25-Feb 26).
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Fruit Tree Pruning
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…
Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
Learn to cut with confidence at one of our fruit tree pruning workshops this winter. After a demonstration and introduction to the principles of pruning, our instructors will guide you through…
Fun With Food
Join us for an engaging program led by some of 4-H's finest young teachers! Fun with Food blends STEM concepts with health and wellness, all through the experiential…
Open Office Hours
Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm
January 9, 16 and 23, 2026
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026
Drop in to use our conference room, internet, printer, refreshments and work on your farm…
Mercer County 4-H Soup Dinner
Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening Symposium
Join University of Illinois Extension educators, local experts, and Master Gardeners for a full day of inspiration, practical workshops, and community…
Theatre & Public Speaking Workshop
This 3-hour workshop is for youth ages 8-18.
Participants will engage in theatre and improv games while learning key techniques to manage nervousness and enhance public speaking skills…
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Winter Elementary OpenSciEd Institutes
Engage your students this Spring in minds-on, inquiry-focused science learning with Elementary OpenSciEd for grades K-5!
Prepare to implement the first unit in your grade with our 2-day…