Events
Plant Trees with 4-H Green Communities
Gardenfest - ready, set, grow
Explore the latest gardening trends, techniques, and tools during this daylong series of seminars for gardeners of every skill level.
Held annually, Gardenfest is sponsored by McHenry County…
Spring Birds & Blooms
Throughout the…
Wildflower Walk
In this guided wildflower walk, participants will explore local landscapes, learn to identify native wildflowers, and discover why these plants matter to pollinators and ecosystems. Each…
Nature Journaling: Intro to Nature Journaling
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026Location: Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights…
Native Sapling Distribution
Grown an edible yard with native fruit and nut trees and shrubs. Support urban ecosystems & wildlife, enhance landscapes, and produce food for human consumption. Because native plants are…
Tazewell 4-H Oak Tree Savanna Planting
If you’re looking for an opportunity to get outside or to get in some volunteer hours, please join Tazewell 4-H and Tazewell Soil and Water for a day
of planting and learning about Oak trees!…
4-H Story Builders: Share the News
Leathercrafting Workshop
Interested in learning a new craft? Join us to try leathercrafting! Callie Meserole will teach attendees how to make a leather keychain which can be exhibited in the 4-H General Project Show.…
Houseplant Swap
Who: Adults, families interested in plants
When: 10 a…