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STEM-tastic Builders Challenge

County: Washington

STEM-tastic Builders Challenge is a hands-on, high-energy workshop where kids become creators, engineers, and problem-solvers! Participants will rotate through interactive stations featuring LEGO…

yellow and green peppers with a few red tomatoes

Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share

County: Pope

Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…

white third, blue first and red second place ribbons

4-H General Show

Johnson County
County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union

Youth enrolled in 4-H in Alexander, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, and Union County are invited to present general show projects for judging Thursdays in June from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The third show…

A monarch butterfly on a purple cone flower. Master Gardener logo in bottom right corner.

Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

A wooden bowl filled with a variety of mixed nuts and seeds.

Nuts, Seeds, and Summer Eats

County: Jersey

Curious about cooking with nuts and seeds but not sure where to start? This summer class at the Jerseyville Library will help you crack the code. Learn the health benefits of a variety of nuts and…

Various sized paintbrushes laying on a rainbow paint splattered table.

Randolph County 4-H General Show

County: Randolph

The Randolph County 4-H General Show will be held at the Sparta VFW on June 18 at 6 p.m. Those participating must be registered 4-H youth enrolled in the appropriate fair project areas.

Close-up of a person holding a camera to their eye, with a green 4-H clover logo in the bottom right corner and a blurred outdoor background.

4-H Beginner Photography Workshop

County: Macoupin
This 4-H Youth Photography Workshop is designed to help young photographers enhance their skills by focusing on the critical elements of light and composition. Participants will explore how to frame…

A white pig with black and gray spots being lead by a showman.

Jackson and Williamson County 4-H Livestock Show

County: Jackson, Williamson

The Jackson & Williamson County 4-H Livestock Show will be held on Saturday, June 20, at 11 a.m. at the Williamson County Fairgrounds. 

Animals include:

BeefSheepGoatsSwine

Garden Walk 2026

Presented by the Champaign County Master Gardeners
County: Champaign

The Champaign County Master Gardener Garden Walk returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, inviting the community to once again celebrate creativity, inspiration, and a shared love of gardening at this…

A little girl using a red screwdriver to build a robot.

Jackson and Williamson County 4-H General Show

County: Jackson, Williamson

The Jackson and Williamson 4-H General Show will be held at the Jackson County Extension Office on Saturday, June 20. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. and the show starts at 2 p.m.

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