Events

Head Strong: Exercise Strategies to Enhance Memory and Thinking

Are you headstrong about keeping your head strong? Challenging the brain, especially as you grow older can be beneficial. Many of us enjoy working on puzzles and games that require us to think and…

Snack with Purpose

Take a closer look at why you snack—true hunger or habit—and discover how to choose foods that actually fuel your body.

This session blends mindful eating with practical nutrition tips, helping you…

The Eight Dimensions of Wellness for Early Childcare Providers

     Early childhood educators play an essential role in shaping the social, emotional, and physical development of young children—yet their own wellness is often overlooked. To…

State 4-H Poultry Judging Contest

Poultry Judging Contest 2026

IMPORTANT: We will continue to follow Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) guidance regarding poultry exhibitions as the contest date approaches. Please…

Yes, You Can: Freezing Your Summer Harvest

Before you know it, summer gardens will be overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables. With a bit of planning, you can enjoy those garden-fresh flavors long after the growing season ends. A…

Can that Strawberry Jam!

Let's make jam that we can eat all year round! Join Illinois Extension Food and Nutrition Educator Lisa Peterson for a youth-centered hands-on workshop on how to make strawberry jam using pectin and…

Mindfulness Hike at Carl Spindler Marina

Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment. 
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your connection…

Tai Chi at Windsor of Savoy

Move with Ease - Discover the Power of Tai Chi!

Experience a gentle yet powerful way to improve your strength, flexibility and balance while reducing pain and fall risk! 

Join…

Grow Together

Grow Together | Container Gardens

Join us for some hands-on learning experiences designed to help you grow with confidence and community! Discover how to grow and design beautiful and…

Leaf it to the Library

Join Emily Swihart, Illinois Extension horticulture educator for these free programs at the Edwards River Library in Aledo. You can sign up for one or both. Here are the times and topics:

10 AM…