Events

5 Steps to Protect Your Farm, Legally Speaking

Build a resilient farm by first taking a few steps to protect it. 

Are there a few key steps that provide a big impact when it comes to the farm or ranch’s protection from legal risks? Yes,…

Become a Dementia Friend | Mount Morris

Seven million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, and many more have other forms of dementia that affect their independence and well-being. Attend this free training to…

4-H Summer Hiking Club

Explore the great outdoors this summer. Join us as we venture out to several hiking trails in Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery Counties. We will have a short presentation at each park,…

Introduction to Invasive Species Management

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

Northern Illinois Trees

The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series Programs are free and will be held…

Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Kane County Field Day

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

Container Gardening Workshop

Container gardens are a great option for beginner gardeners, those without a big space to garden, and those with challenging soil conditions. We’ll explore different types of container gardens…

Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Livingston County Field Day

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

Fossil Fun

Travel back in time and discover the prehistoric past of the Illinois Valley! We’ll read The Dinosaur Lady by Linda Skeers and learn how fossils help scientists understand ancient life. Kids will…

Science Teacher PL - Making Sense of Sensemaking

Explore responsive facilitation of student sensemaking in the K-12 science classroom.

Make a plan to integrate key science instructional practices that center student ideas and empower all…