Events
Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share
Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…
Fossils of the Illinois Valley
This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their…
Plantable Paper Seed Lab
Have you ever wanted to make plantable paper? Plantable paper, which can be made into a bookmark, ornament, or other keepsake, can then be planted in the ground to grow flowers. Join us for a…
4-H General Show
Youth enrolled in 4-H in Alexander, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, and Union County are invited to present general show projects for judging Thursdays in June from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The final show…
Charter Coach Trip to Chicago Botanic Garden
Join the Master Gardeners of Peoria County for a delightful day at the stunning Chicago Botanic Garden! This trip is open to the public, you do not need to be a Master…
Harvesting and Succession Planting
Homegrown Harvest is a series of family-friendly workshops designed to support vegetable gardeners of all skill levels. Discover tips and tricks for growing a successful garden! See more…
Marcoot Jersey Creamery
Experience a hands-on “field to fork” tour where youth can explore how milk goes from the farm to the table. Participants will visit the milking parlor and learn about the milking process,…
Sangamon/Menard 4-H General Projects Show & Logan/Menard/Sangamon Foods, Nutrition, and Health Show 2026
Sangamon and Menard 4-H members enrolled in General Projects will exhibit their project work; and Logan, Menard, and Sangamon 4-H members enrolled in Food, Nutrition, and Health projects will…
2026 DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H Horse Show
Come out and support our local 4-H members as they showcase their hard work, dedication, and horsemanship skills at the 2026 4-H Horse Show!
From riding demonstrations to equestrian…
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Sangamon 4-H Livestock Shows 2026
Sangamon 4-H members enrolled in livestock projects will exhibit their animals during the Beef, Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, and Swine Shows and the Youth Livestock Auction. Details for…