Events

Block Reference

A brown moth laying on a tree trunk. The tree trunk has moss on it.

Mothscapes: Dry Terrarium Edition!

County: Jackson

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…

watercolor supplies

Nature Journaling: Watercolor in Nature

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Facilitator: Allie GoudyDate: Wednesday, July 29
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Rain Date: July 31, 2026Location: Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge, Lewistown

Skill LevelAll skill levels…

Champaign County 4-H General Projects text over table with artwork

Champaign County 4-H Livestock Show

County: Champaign

Join us at the 2026 4-H General Projects and Livestock Show! 

4-H members from Champaign County will proudly showcase the skills and knowledge they’ve gained throughout the year. From…

A monarch butterfly on a purple cone flower. Master Gardener logo in bottom right corner.

Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

Pressure canner

Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

County: Winnebago
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…
pink pig in arena

4-H Swine, Sheep, Beef, Goat, and Dairy Show

Pulaski and Alexander Counties
County: Pulaski, Alexander

Join us for the 4-H Livestock Show July 31 at the Pulaski County Fairgrounds. Youth from Pulaski and Alexander Counties will exhibit swine, sheep, beef, goats, and dairy categories. The show is…

A child with a magnifying glass looking at a fern in the forest

Cranberry Lake Trail Nature Hike

County: Lake

Join us for a hands-on, adventure-filled nature hike along the Cranberry Lake Trail at the Avon Township Center!

Together with the University of Illinois Master Naturalists,  we'll…

4-H clover on a blue ribbon in front of vegetables

Logan 4-H General Projects Show & Logan/Menard/Sangamon 4-H Agronomy, Floriculture, and Horticulture Show 2026

County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Logan 4-H members enrolled in General Projects will exhibit their project work; and Logan, Menard, and Sangamon 4-H members enrolled in Agronomy, Floriculture, and Horticulture projects will…

"Cultivating Care Garden" created with root vegetables.

Cultivating Care Food Donation Garden Stewardship Day 5

County: Williamson

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…

Lush green corn plants at a field edge with Youth Crop Scouting Competition text

2026 Youth Crop Scouting Competition

A competition that prepares youth for life beyond the field.

There is no better way to check in on a crop field than to take a walk down a row. Crop scouting gives farmers a heads-up about…

Find local progams

View Map
College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

EEO myExtension Staff Login