Events
Conservation@Home Evaluator Training
Master Volunteers who are looking to certify as an evaluator can join us for continuing education.
Master Volunteers can help their community become part of a conservation movement! Join our…
Chocolate Unwrapped
Discover the magic behind your favorite treats!
Indulge your senses and satisfy your curiosity at this deliciously fun event for chocolate lovers of all ages! Explore the history, science,…
Renewable Energy Listening Session
Diabetes Clinic - Diabetes Meal Planning
Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to discover the role carbohydrates play in managing diabetes and learn how to develop a meal plan that fits your…
Edge of Field Practices
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…
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Illinois Beginning Orchard Academy (IBOA)
Ready to grow fruit trees with confidence? The Illinois Beginning Orchard Academy (IBOA) is a six-week online training designed to give new growers the knowledge and tools to start and manage an…
Bi-State Homesteading Conference set for February 20
The Bi-State Homesteading Conference will take place Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET in the Beef House Oak Room, offering hands-on, research-based education for individuals…
Fruit Tree Pruning
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…
canceledTake 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…
Open Office Hours
Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm
January 9, 16 and 23, 2026
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026
Drop in to use our conference room, internet, printer, refreshments and work on your farm…