Events

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

Magnificent Moths

 Join us July 24 at Cache River Wetlands Center for a fun, interactive, event for youth of all ages. For more information, reach out to Anne Townsend. 

4-H Memorial Camp Youth Summer Session 5

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 get to choose the activities…

Cultivating Care Food Donation Garden Stewardship Day 5

Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety

Discover how to decode food labels, bust myths, and take control of your plate.

Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety | Mount Morris

Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening class, we'll take a walk through the world of food chemicals - both natural and artificial. Learn how to identify them, understand…

Illinois 4-H General Project Show at the Illinois State Fair

Save the date!

The Illinois 4-H General Project Show will be held August 14 - 16, 2026. 

If you want to see what 4-H is all about, make sure to visit the Illinois State Fair. Award-…

2026 National Extension Master Gardener Coordinator Conference

Save the Date!Registration opens May 15, 2026 Conference Details 

Join us in one of the nation’s most vibrant horticultural hubs for the 2026 National Extension Master Gardener…

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

Cultivating Care Food Donation Garden Stewardship Day 6

Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…