Events

Nibbles Kids Gardening Club | Sycamore

Give your young grower the chance to dig in, explore, and discover the magic of gardening this summer! Children ages 5–18 (as of 9/1/2025) are invited to join the Nibbles Kids Gardening Club for…

Certified Food Protection Managers

Participants must attend both days. Exam is
on the second day. You have to register by June 5 If a reader or translator is needed, contact the
National Registry of Food Safety Professionals
…

Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy | Sycamore

There are significant and detailed decisions to be made when owning a farm and building a legacy.

Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy events will feature critical and practical updates for…

Eating for Brain Health

Extension and Taylorville Memorial Hospital invite you to give your brain a little summer love! This class explores how colorful fruits and vegetables support memory, focus, and long-term brain…

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…

Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner reaches the appropriate pressure needed to process low-acid foods, such as…

Summer Jam and Jelly Canning Workshop

Love making jam and want to enjoy fresh summer berries all year? Join Extension for a fun Wednesday afternoon learning how to safely make and preserve jams and jellies using the boiling water bath…

State 4-H State Shoot: Air Pistol

Save the date with more information coming soon!

The events offered at State Shoots are not for intended for beginners as they are the same type of high skill level events that the National 4-H…

Master Gardener Help Desk

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

Conservation Tours

Conservation efforts are increasing bobwhite populations.

Brent Fowler, a farmer and native plant enthusiast, enjoys creating wildlife habitat on unprofitable acres with a focus on bobwhite quail.…