Events
Sourdough Made Simple
With the help of wild yeasts and bacteria, turn simple ingredients into flavorful loaves of sourdough. In this class, learn the basics of sourdough breadmaking, including caring for starter…
Taste the Mediterranean
Grab your apron and get ready to cook your way around the Mediterranean! In this hands-on class, youth will work together to prepare tasty Mediterranean-inspired recipes while learning how foods…
Managing Highland Cows
Edmison Acres takes pride in raising high‑quality Highland and other Highland‑cross cattle. What started with three small heifers in 2020 has quickly evolved…
Nibbles Kids Gardening Club | Sycamore
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Youth Cooking School
Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.
Participants will learn:
Basic cooking and…-
Junior Master Naturalist Camp
Choose from either the June 22 & 24 session, or the July 20 & 22 session.
Learn about the natural world around you. Explore plant and animal needs, plant anatomy, animal adaptations…
Let's Get Hooked Fishing Clinic
Get ready to reel in some fun! Join Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and McLean 4-H at Miller Park Lake for a morning of catch-and-release fishing. IDNR professionals will kick…
June Walk & Talks
Connect with your community and nature with Illinois Extension’s Walk & Talks series. Each session features a short interactive lesson or activity, followed by a refreshing walk on paved paths…
Mindful Minis and Microgreens
This program encourages curiosity and connection to nature, while giving youth skills to foster calmness and well-being through caring for plants.
Youth will take home plant projects created.…
Canning with Confidence Workshop
Learn the essentials of home canning and gain the confidence to preserve your favorite foods safely! In this program, Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois Extension food and nutrition educator, will teach…