Events

Youth Crop Scouting Competition
A competition that prepares youth for life beyond the field.For youth looking towards a career in agriculture, specifically within the agronomy sector, the Illinois Youth Crop Scouting Competition…

Diabetes 101: Meal Planning Made Easy
Eating well is a powerful tool for managing diabetes, but a common question asked by people diagnosed with diabetes is, "What can I eat?" A diet to manage diabetes does not have to be difficult,…
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Growing in the Greenhouse
Join us for fun growing plants and learning in the Sauk Valley Community College Greenhouse Learning Lab! (Please dress accordingly--it could be warm in the greenhouse.) Youth will explore the…

Cloverbud Story Hour
Each week's Cloverbud Story Hour will feature classic and illustrated children’s story books that have themes around some of the many 4-H project areas. Some sessions even include a small take-…

Wits Fitness Thomson | August
Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Kara Schweitzer each month as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain and maintain and enhance cognitive…

Getting Started with Cover Crops

ABCs of School Nutrition

Nourishing Minds: Enhancing School Wellness and Nutrition

Canning Salsa with Confidence
Learn safe water bath canning techniques in this hands-on workshop! We’ll cover the basics of canning, how to safely adjust salsa recipes, and boost your confidence in preserving at home. You'll…

Cover Crop Roundtable Discussion
Join us for an informal roundtable discussion focused on cover crops. We will discuss the previous season’s…