Events

2026 4-H and FFA Livestock & Dairy Judging Contest

The 4-H and FFA Livestock and Dairy Judging Contest will be held Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to noon (dairy begins at 10 a.m.) at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds. Youth will be judged in the…

Gardener's Palette

Calling All Gardeners: The 30th Annual Gardener’s Palette

The University of Illinois Extension Adams County Master Gardeners invite you to attend the 30th Annual Gardener's Palette, a one-day…

4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training Northeast Illinois

Help young people build confidence, responsibility, and lifelong skills through Illinois 4-H Shooting Sports! We’re seeking adult volunteers (21+) who are willing to learn, lead, and support youth in…

Gardeners' BIG Day 2026

Gardeners, naturalists, and anyone interested in conservation are invited to Gardeners’ BIG Day. Sessions are appropriate for attendees of all skill levels! The day includes three educational…

Logan/Menard/Sangamon 4-H Public Speaking Contest 2026

Logan/Menard/Sangamon 4-H members will present speeches on a variety of topics. Details for participants are emailed to members enrolled in the Public Speaking project. The public is invited…

McLean County Seed Swap

Join us for the McLean County Seed Swap on March 16 from 6 to 7:30 PM at the Normal Public Library. This will be a come-and-go event to swap vegetable seeds, scion (fruit tree) wood, native seeds,…

Farm Pond Management

Farm ponds can bring seasons of enjoyment for recreation and fishing, but they need a plan for management strategies. Chris Lueking, Agriculture and Natural Resource Educator, will cover pond…

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (Livingston County)

Older adults are more likely to fall which can cause serious injury. The causes of falls include muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, lack of confidence at moving about, and the effect of…

Tomatoes and Peppers

Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

Scrapbooking Workshop

Join us for a fun evening of scrapbooking with friends! Youth will learn basic scrapbooking techniques and use their creativity to design two scrapbook pages to take home. The page themes will be “…