Events

Rend Lake Pollinator Garden Stewardship Day

University of Illinois Extension is partnering with the US Army Corps of Engineers to provide public pollinator garden stewardship opportunities at the Rend Lake Project Office Visitor Center from…

Illinois Extension Legislative Day 2026

Elected officials are invited to join us for a special day at the Illinois State Capitol as we showcase how Illinois Extension is serving your constituents. Our displays will demonstrate the vital…

Find Food. Share Access.

University of Illinois Extension in Lake County invites township clerks, social workers, school personnel, food pantry managers, and other community service providers to join us for “Find Food. Share…

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! 

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The Foods and Flavors of the Mediterranean Diet | Mendota

Join Susan Glassman, Illinois Extension, Food and Nutrition Educator, and learn about the number one diet, The Mediterranean Diet. Get the research – Explore the Mediterranean diet and its…

Master Naturalist Book Club

Join us each month as we read a different nature-themed book and enjoy a lively discussion. You do not have to be a Master Naturalist to participate. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. It's a great…

4-H Public Speaking Contest

4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently! Our Public Speaking Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a supportive environment. Enrollment in the…

Seed Starting for Spring Success

Join the University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Staff for: Branching Out: A Botanical Workshop Series. In the final session, this beginner-friendly program covers the essential steps of…

Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser & Indigo Nathani - Green Earth Chautauqua Bottoms Nature Preserve

Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser, and Indigo Nathani, for a leisurely walk in nature to look at birds!  Learn to identify our feathered friends in some of our local sites.  All ages…

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…