Events

4-H Memorial Camp Youth Summer Session 5

General registration is open!

Adventure awaits you at every turn at 4-H Memorial Camp. Every day is packed with activities that will challenge you to try new and exciting things. Best of all, you…

Logan/Menard/Sangamon 4-H Dog Show 2026

Logan/Menard/Sangamon 4-H members enrolled in the Dog project will demonstrate their skills during the 4-H Dog Show. Details for exhibitors are available in the Show Book at extension.…

Mothscapes: Dry Terrarium Edition!

Explore the secret world of moths as you create your own low-maintenance dry (non-living) terrarium. Learn about camouflage, habitats, and the moth life cycle along the way! Join Illinois…

Grundy County 4-H Pork Chop BBQ and Ice Cream Social

Come join us at the annual Grundy County 4-H Pork Chop BBQ and Ice Cream Social during the Grundy County 4-H Fair from 4:00 until 6:30 p.m. If you would like to purchase tickets online, please…

Grundy County 4-H Livestock Auction

Current 4-H Youth who qualify for the Grundy County 4-H Livestock Auction will participate in this year's auction coordinated by the Grundy County 4-H Association and the Livestock Auction…

Illinois Junior Chefs

Illinois Junior Chefs is a great way for your child to learn basic cooking skills while having fun! Illinois Junior Chefs is appropriate for ages 9-13. Each lesson focuses on a food group and a…

2026 Certified Food Protection Manager Course

University of Illinois Extension is offering a one-day Certified Food Protection Manager course at the Ford-Iroquois Counties Extension office (1380 S Crescent St, Gilman, IL 60938) on July 27…

ABCs of School Nutrition

Earn six hours of USDA Professional Standards for school nutrition team members from the ABCs of School Nutrition. ABCs of School Nutrition is provided by the University of Illinois Extension and…

Dirt and Discovery

This summer, Illinois Extension staff and Master Gardener volunteers are offering an opportunity for local youth to engage in outdoor education and learn more about how to grow their own food.…

Get Up and Dance: Sterling

Discover movement styles during this fun and engaging series. No dancing experience required!

July 27, 28, 29 & August 3, 4, 5,  10-11 am | Ages 7-14 | $15; Whiteside County…