Events

Fields to Flight

Calling all future pilots and farm innovators!

Hands-on Drone Adventure

Led by Kaskaskia College’s expert drone instructor, kids will:  Learn the basics of drones and how they’re…

Canning with Confidence

Curious about home canning but not sure where to begin? Join Extension for a beginner-friendly class that takes the guesswork out of preserving food at home. Learn the basics of pressure canning,…

4-H Day Camp

You are invited to join us for a full-day workshop event designed to inspire learning and creativity. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of enriching sessions, including…

Golden Hour Gardening: Pizza in a Pot

Have you ever wished you could grow your own pizza ingredients right in your backyard? Now you can with Pizza in a Pot, part of the Golden Hour Gardening Series! Join 4‑H Educator Toni Kay Wright for…

Garden Planning Workshop

Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…

Eat and Educate - Cooking for 1 or 2

Get inspired and learn tips and tricks to prepare easy, healthy, and delicious dishes without waste or hassle. Learn simple recipes, smart shopping tips, and meal-planning strategies that make…

Yes, You Can! Dehydrating Your Summer Produce

Dried foods are delicious, healthy, lightweight, and easy to store, use, and transport. In fact, drying is one of the oldest food preservation methods around. So, whether you are looking to lighten…

Giving the Gift of Flowers

What makes you smile more than a bouquet of fresh flowers? A recent study found that flowers positively affect our emotional health and well-being. Flowers increase happiness, help foster intimate…

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…

2026 Illinois Invasive Species Symposium

Explore the latest invasive species research updates, learn about management options, celebrate success stories, network with colleagues, and ask questions at…