Events

Sterling Township Junior Garden

Ages 12-18 interested in starting a garden—no experience necessary!

Join us Tuesdays, May 12 - July 28 from 3:30-4:30 pm, to learn about horticultural concepts through hands-on and group…

Grow Together

Join us for some hands-on learning experiences designed to help you grow with confidence and community! Discover how to create vibrant pollinator pocket gardens and learn how to choose native plants…

Houseplant Propagation | Ogle

Are your plants taking over? Or maybe you just want to grow your collection without buying more? Join us for a fun and informative session on houseplant propagation. Hosted by Illinois Extension and…

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…

Amazing Annuals

The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series  Programs will be held…

Forestry Skills 101: Using Forestry Tools at Rice Lake

Discover the basics of forestry tools and learn how to identify trees around Rice Lake through simple, field‑ready techniques.
 
Location:  Rice Lake - Meet in the parking lot. …

Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Pool Noodle Plane

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public…

Wits Fitness | Eureka

Strengthen Your Mind with Wits Fitness!

Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to stay mentally active and connect with others? Wits Fitness is an engaging class that supports brain health through…

Grow Your Own Bath Sponge

Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? 

Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an…

Garden Basics Workshop

Do you want to learn some tips and techniques to help your home garden thrive?

Join Illinois Extension for a free hands-on learning opportunity at the community gardens! Come learn essential…