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…
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…
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 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…