Events

Don't Go It Alone: Improving Your Social Connections

Research increasingly shows that social isolation and loneliness can deeply impact the quality of life, especially for older adults. And some studies show that more than 20% of adults in the…

Farming for Soil Health

Sustainability on the Farm is a series of educational programs designed to empower farmers and landowners with the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable agricultural practices on their land…

4-H Cookie Decorating Event

4-H members in Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, and Union Counties are invited to a cookie decorating event from 6:00 - 7:00 p. m. on January 22 at the Vienna High School Commons. The event is…

State 4-H Fun with Food Science at Home

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Come learn about food science and the food industry AND make homemade ice cream in this fun, hands-on workshop by the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation! There will be $50 Amazon…

Speaker's Network Training

Master Volunteers are invited to join our Speakers Bureau training to develop confidence and skills in public education. This short session will prepare you to present on a variety of Extension…

Cut Flowers 101: Grow & Arrange

Join the University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Staff for: Branching Out: A Botanical Workshop Series.  In the first of the series - discover the joy of homegrown bouquets. During this…

Help! I am Tired of Cooking

Stuck in a cooking rut?Get inspired in the kitchen with Kris Juelfs, Nutrition and Wellness Educator! Learn simple tips and tricks to prepare easy, healthy, and delicious meals at home. Don’t…

Addressing Ageism and Promoting Inclusivity | DeKalb

It is not uncommon for those living in the third stage of life to be categorized as the 55 or 60-plus group, which can subtly suggest that they are so similar they can be “lumped” together. This…

2026 Driftless Region Beef Conference

Learn from other cattle producers who are facing similar issues affecting the region. 

Cattle prices have been at record highs year after year, but producers still need to focus on the basics…

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Take Charge of Your Health | Virtual

Learn to thrive, not just survive, with your ongoing health conditions. Discover healthy ways to live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and others. Find practical…