Events

4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training Central Illinois

Help young people build confidence, responsibility, and lifelong skills through Illinois 4-H Shooting Sports! We’re seeking adult volunteers (21+) who are willing to learn, lead, and support…

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners

This program will introduce youth to nature and gardening through storybooks and fun learning activities. This session explores the exciting introduction to Gardening with seeds. Come learn,…

23 Annual 4-H Day with the Cardinals

Join us for one of the most exciting traditions of the year! Registration is now open for the 23rd Annual 4-H Day with the Cardinals, hosted in partnership with the University of Illinois…

Peoria 4-H Archery Begins

Youth ages 8 to 18 are invited to participate in the Archery 4-H club. The spring session will be held for 6 Saturdays staring May 16. Contact the office for complete details. 

The club…

4-H U: Dream. Plan. Do. | Belvidere

Not sure what's next after high school? Let's figure it out together. For incoming grades 9-12. Open to the public. You do not need to be in 4-H to attend. 4-H U: DREAM. PLAN. DO. is a hands-on…

Lee County Master Gardeners Plant Sale

A variety of homegrown annuals, perennials, and vegetables will be available. Purchases benefit the Lee County Master Gardeners. Master Gardeners will be present to answer gardening questions and…

REAP Day: Bluebell Seed Collection

***The day of this event was changed from May 23rd to May 16th in an effort to catch the bluebells while they are still seeding.  

Enjoy an educational hike about the spring ephemerals…

Family Forestry Field Day

Join the Illinois Forestry Association, Illinois Extension, the Walnut Council, and Illinois Tree Farm for the 2026 Family Forestry Field Day at the Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center…

Puff Quilt Sewing Workshop

Join us for a fun and creative 4-H Puff Quilt Sewing Workshop on May 16th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM! This hands-on workshop will guide youth through the process of making their very own puff quilt…

Mixed Container Gardens

Join Laurie Gothard-Zueger and Linda Helgeson, Jo Daviess County Master Gardeners, for “Mixed Container Gardens” on Saturday, May 16 at 9:00 a.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N.…