Events
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…
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…
Nibbles Kids Gardening Club | Sycamore
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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…
Perry County 4-H Food Show
The Perry County 4-H Food Show will be held at the Perry County Extension Office on June 23, beginning at 6 p.m.
Those participating must be registered 4-H youth enrolled in the appropriate…
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…
From Peel to Plate
Learn how to make the most of the food you bring home. This class looks at simple ways to cut food waste, store foods safely, and understand what expiration dates really mean. We’ll talk about how…
Tomato Troubles
Tomatoes are one of the most popular and commonly grown plants in home gardens. Learn about common problems that plague tomatoes as well as ways to address them.