Events
Life's Moments: From Memory to Legacy
Do you have a story waiting to be told?
This workshop is your chance to share yours, even if you've never written before. Join us on Thursdays starting February 5 from Noon to 1 PM at the…
Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training
Illinois growers who transport or apply anhydrous ammonia are required by state regulation (8 IAC 215) to complete Certified Grower Training. The certification is good for three years.
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Fruit Tree Pruning
Fruit Tree Pruning
Trash Blast - Iron Furnace
USDA Shawnee National Forest Service, Friends of the Shawnee, and the Illinois Extension will be partnering to host annual Trash Blasts the first Friday of every month from March - June and…
State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest
Save the date!Mark your calendars for Friday, March 6, 2026 for the 2026 Illinois State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest!
University of Illinois Meat Science Lab 10:00 a.m.…-
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…
Wee Nats
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.…
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…