Events
Yes, You Can: Water Bath and Pressure Canning Basics
Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic
Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Pope 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…
What's Your Palate?
Ever wonder why your favorite foods change as you get older? Join Extension to explore the five basic tastes—sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami—and learn how your palate evolves throughout life…
Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share
Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…
Dimensions of Wellness
With increased awareness of mental health, more people may understand that health is not one thing. This lesson invites participants to think broadly about different categories of health and…
Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Champaign 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…
Wits Fitness
Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness!
Wits Fitness offers an engaging, research‑supported approach to lifelong brain health. Each session includes interactive activities, memory…
Introduction to Invasive Species Management - McDonough 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…
Mindful Minis and Microgreens
This program encourages curiosity and connection to nature, while giving youth skills to foster calmness and well-being through caring for plants.
Youth will take home plant projects created.…