Events
Master Naturalist Book Club
Join us each month as we read a different nature-themed book and enjoy a lively discussion. You do not have to be a Master Naturalist to participate. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. It's a great…
STEM-MANIA with Blue Ridge 4-H Teen Teachers
STEM-MANIA with Blue Ridge 4-H Teen Teachers
Explore the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through hands-on activities and interactive experiments led by…
Grow Together
Join us for some hands-on learning experiences designed to help you grow with confidence and community! Discover how to grow and design beautiful and…
Mindfulness Hike at Carl Spindler Marina
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your connection…
Creative Container Gardens
Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for a program on “Creative Container Gardens” on Thursday, April 30 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office,…
Leaf it to the Library
Join Emily Swihart, Illinois Extension horticulture educator, for these free programs at the Robert Jones Library in Coal Valley. Registration is required through the library. (Be sure to…
Rock Island County 4‑H Pork Chop Dinner
Beneficial Insects | Belvidere | UPDATED Date
Not all insects we find in our gardens are pests. In fact, most aren’t pests at all.…
Eat and Educate - Let's Talk about Stress!
Stress is a funny thing. Sometimes it can motivate us. But, if we don’t find an outlet, we can experience negative effects mentally and physically. In this program, we will explore the…
Beginning Embroidery Workshop
Discover the joy of stitching in this fun, hands-on workshop designed especially for youth ages 8–18. Participants will learn basic embroidery techniques, explore colorful threads and fabrics, and…