Events
Afterschool Networking Group Meeting
Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…
Fruit Tree Pruning
Trash Blast - Iron Furnace
Join us at Iron Furnace March 6 for our monthly Trash Blast. Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month from March through June and September through October from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.…
What's in My Food?
Ever wonder what’s really in your food? In this eye-opening class, we’ll take a walk through the world of food chemicals—both natural and artificial. Learn how to identify them, understand their…
State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest
Registration is open!Mark your calendars for Friday, March 6, 2026 for the 2026 Illinois State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest!
University of Illinois Meat Science Lab10:00 a.m.…
Birdhouse Workshop
Kids can get creative and learn about nature in this hands-on workshop! Participants will build a bluebird nest box with guidance from a Master Naturalist volunteer and discover fun facts about…
Home, Lawn, and Garden Day
New location! Parke Regency Conference Center
Make your garden thrive with educational workshops, inspiring speakers, and horticulture treasures from exceptional businesses and organizations at…
2026 Extension Master Gardener Seed Expo
Join us for a vibrant celebration of gardening, community, and the joy of growing something new. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or…
2026 Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference
The 2026 Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference will be March 7 at the Grand River Center in Dubuque, Iowa from 9am to 4:30pm.…
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4-H Junior Leadership Conference
Save the date! March 7–8, 2026The Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference (JLC) is an engaging, hands-on event designed for junior high 4-H members in 7th and 8th grade. It introduces youth to…