Events

Circuit Explorers Electricity (Snap Circuits) Workshop

Get ready to light up your imagination! Join us on June 9 from 1–3:30 PM at the Washington County Extension Education Center for our Circuit Explorers workshop, where youth ages 8–13 (as of 9/1/25…

Farm Safety Day 2026

Farm Safety Day will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Lewistown.  
Safety activities offered will be: 
 School Bus…

4-H Summer Hiking Club

Explore the great outdoors this summer. Join us as we venture out to several hiking trails in Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery Counties. We will have a short presentation at each park,…

Cooking 101

Let's start cooking! During Cooking 101, you will learn proper techniques for cutting, measuring, and following a recipe. The best of all, you will end up with something yummy to enjoy and take…

Jr Master Gardener

Becoming a Junior Master Gardener is a perfect fit for youth interested in gardening—whether flowers, vegetables, or landscaping. This hands-on, 6-week program provides research-based education…

Northern Illinois Trees

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

4-H Science Camp

Join us for an exciting morning of Wild Weather exploration! Youth will investigate the science of extreme weather through interactive demonstrations and hands-on builds. This workshop will explore…

Circuit Masters Electricity Workshop (Wiring)

Already a Snap Circuits pro? Take your skills to the next level! Join us on June 10 from 1–3:30 PM at the Washington County Extension Education Center for our Circuit Masters workshop. Youth ages…

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.

This program will also be…

Fossil Fun

Travel back in time and discover the prehistoric past of the Illinois Valley! We’ll read The Dinosaur Lady by Linda Skeers and learn how fossils help scientists understand ancient life. Kids will…