Events
Raised Bed Gardening Workshop
Join Illinois Extension, Local Food Systems and Small Farms Educator Katie Bell, and Master Gardener Jessica Bare to learn more about starting a raised bed garden this spring. The workshop will…
Spring Wildflower Hike
Explore the beauty of spring wildflowers on a series of guided hikes at natural areas around LaSalle County. Spring ephemeral wildflowers can only be viewed for a brief period of time, between the…
Melons and Gourds
Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards?
Join…
Hold That Thought: Explore Strategies for Forgetfulness
Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Misplaced your keys or cell phone? Forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered “yes,” you are not alone!…
Native Alternative for Landscaping Grasses and Sedges | Belvidere
Green Connections: Jake Wolf Memorial Fish Hatchery Tour
Growing Gardens, Embracing Nature, Sustaining Conservation in Illinois: Green Connections
Green Connections is an educational and networking opportunity offered by University of Illinois…
Serve It Safely
Serve It Safely, a non-restaurant food handler training, covers current food safety recommendations including food storage, cleaning and sanitation, safe cooking temperatures, and personal hygiene…
Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Savanna
Give your child the chance to unplug, explore, and connect with nature through our Nature Explorers SPIN Club! Designed for youth ages 8–18, this hands-on experience encourages curiosity,…
Tazewell 4-H Jr. Master Gardener Club Begins
If plants, gardening, insects, and getting your hands dirty is your thing, be sure to check out one of the Junior Master Gardener SPIN clubs! Led by local Master Gardener volunteers, you're sure…
