Events
Compost Giveback & Ask a Master Gardener Booth
SOIL LOVES COMPOST!
Celebrate International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) and learn about the many benefits of this naturally produced soil amendment. We're giving away a truckload of…
Getting the Scoop on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Decades of research have clearly demonstrated the connection between diet and health. Today, diet-related chronic diseases, including heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, obesity, and…
Blooms for Mom
Come make a special flower arrangement for Mother’s Day!
In this fun workshop, you’ll learn how flowers grow, how to safely cut and prepare them, and an easy “Rule of 3” that helps you…
Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health
Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program led by Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois…
Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting
Peoria 4-H teens are invited to participate in the county-wide Federation. This group meets monthly, plans county-wide special events, and volunteer in many 4-H leadership roles.
Afterschool Networking Group Meeting
Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…
Junior Master Naturalist Program – Bug Bytes - Insects Spring 2026
State 4-H Dish Dash (formerly Food Challenge)
This event is now at capacity.If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, you may still register and we will contact you if a spot opens up!
To all of our young aspiring chefs get ready for a…
Diabetes Clinic - Meal Planning Made Easy
Take the stress out of eating with diabetes in Meal Planning Made Easy. This lesson will help you build balanced meals, simplify grocery shopping, and create a plan that fits your lifestyle—…
Jersey County History Workshop
This Jersey County History 4-H Workshop introduces youth to the people, places, and events that shaped Jersey County. Participants explore local history through short presentations and historic…