Events
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Prescribed Fire Workshop
Delve into the critical role of prescribed fire in habitat restoration and wildlife…
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Meeple Mayhem: Your Monthly Board Game Fix!
"I love Meeple Mayhem! I get to meet new people and play really fun games. Every month we learn…
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The Fuel to Fight Cancer | Belvidere
Food is one tool to support cancer prevention, treatment, and care. This lesson will discuss research on how foods may reduce your risk of cancer and ways to incorporate nutrition to help manage…
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Beekeeping 101
Beekeeping is a multifaceted practice that offers numerous benefits to individuals, communities, and the environment. Illinois Extension is teaming up with Food…
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State 4-H Superior Young Dairy Producer Contest
Mark your calendars!Compete for one of three scholarships in this fun and friendly contest! The purpose of the contest is to create an educational activity that promotes youth development,…
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Growing Natives in Your Garden
Enjoy an afternoon of tea while learning about the importance of incorporating native plants…
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Regional 4-H Showcase
The Regional Showcase will provide an additional avenue for 4-H youth in the southern 49 counties to showcase 4-H their projects. The showbook, and full details are available online HERE. …
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Wits Fitness: Brain Exercise Class | Oregon
Wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Join University of Illinois Educator, Kara Schweitzer, as she leads participants through interactive…
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Intensive Vegetable Production, Processing, and Freezing
Sunnybrook Gardens is a local family-owned and operated specialty crop farm growing fruits, vegetables & flowers. After more than 30 years…
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Lessons for Living
Desserts have been around for centuries. In fact, the oldest dessert on record is called Ashure and was made by Noah after his historic landing at Mt. Ararat. It is a delightful mix of fruit, nuts…