Events
Composting with worms
This class will teach you to use worms to turn organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendments (castings) for plants – called vermicomposting! …
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…
Certified Livestock Manager Training | Sycamore
Staff can get certified through one of University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois…
Life's Moments: From Memory to Legacy
Do you have a story waiting to be told?
This workshop is your chance to share yours, even if you've never written before. Join us on Thursdays starting February 5 from Noon to 1 PM at the…
Plants of Concern Herbarium Mounting - Jackson County
Are you interested in mounting herbarium specimens for the Plants of Concern Program and Southern Illinois University Carbondale? Sessions will rotate through different Illinois Extension…
Heart Healthy Cooking: Protein
Discover the power of protein and how it impacts your health! In this interactive class, you’ll learn about different types of proteins, both animal-based and plant-based, and explore how they…
Certified Livestock Manager Training | Monmouth
Staff can get certified through one of University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois…
2026 Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden - Williamson County
Have you noticed different birds at your feeders? Although ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected visitors to gardens east of the Rocky Mountains, several species of vagrant hummingbirds have…
Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing
This is an in-person, test-only session. All exams will be offered.
All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…
Seed Starting and Saving for Gardeners
Get a jump start on the growing season! Participants will learn practical techniques for starting seeds indoors, discover which seeds can be direct-sown outdoors, and explore methods for saving…