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4-H Green Communities 2026
County: Lake
The Illinois 4-H Green Communities Tree Program, in partnership with the Lake County 4-H, Soil and Water Conservation District, and Round Lake Park District, is working to rebuild our native…
4-H Scratch Coding: Zombie Crusher
County: McLean
Join us for a fun and interactive Scratch Coding Workshop where kids ages 8–12 will learn how to create a fun game and build a zombie crusher! Using Scratch, a beginner-friendly coding platform,…
From Garden to Health: Gut Microbes & Herbs
Spring Series Week 3
County: Rock Island
Join us at the Hauberg Carriage House to explore how fresh herbs and plant‑diverse foods can support better health. Local experts will guide you through practical, garden‑inspired strategies you can…
Head Strong: Exercise Strategies to Enhance Memory and Thinking
County: Williamson
Are you headstrong about keeping your head strong? Challenging the brain, especially as you grow older can be beneficial. Many of us enjoy working on puzzles and games that require us to think and…
Herbs in Stackable Pots
County: Christian
Are you looking for an easy, enjoyable way to spice up your kitchen and meals with fresh herbs? This interactive, hands-on workshop will show you how to design and build your own stackable culinary…
Illinois 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
Registration is open!The Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Contest for beef, sheep, swine, and meat goats will take place on Monday, April 27, at the Stock Pavilion (1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave.,…
2026 Monticello Area Community Garden
Kick-Off Meeting
Join us for a kick-off meeting to learn about the garden, guidelines and vegetable gardening tips.
Register for a garden plot at go.illinois.edu/digin
Register by April 27.
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4-H Reading and Art Hour
April Session
County: Ford
Spend an afternoon with Ford County 4-H at the Paxton Carnegie Library (254 S Market St, Paxton, IL 60957) for our 4-H Reading and Art Hour on Monday, April 27.We would love to share a time of…
2026 Monticello Area Community Garden
Garden Plots
Monticello Area Community Garden: 2026 Garden Plots Now Available! Dig in and grow your favorite fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers this summer! 12' x 12' or 12' x 24' tilled…
Pumpkins and Winter Squash
Grow Your Own Groceries
County: Grundy, Kankakee, Will
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…