Events

Block Reference

a group of youth on horses

4-H Horse Orientation & New Member Sign-up

NEW DATE AND TIME
County: McHenry

Due to the potential for severe storms this evening, we are rescheduling the Horse Orientation to Tuesday, April 28 at 6:00 PM. The safety of our families and volunteers is our top priority. We…

Person snacking at their desk with the words "Healthy Minds, Strong Communities"

POSTPONED
canceled
Snack with Purpose

Healthy Minds, Strong Communities Series
County: McLean
Take a closer look at why you snack—true hunger or habit—and discover how to choose foods that actually fuel your body.

This session blends mindful eating with practical nutrition tips, helping you…

salad mix with berries and nuts

Summertime Salads Made Simple

County: LaSalle
Celebrate the flavors of the season with fresh, vibrant summertime salads. In this interactive program, learn how to build balanced, satisfying salads using seasonal vegetables, fruits, whole grains…
Carrots, Radishes and Onions on dark soil

CCMG: Vegetable gardening from the soil up

County: Champaign

A highly productive vegetable garden requires careful consideration of its location, soil building and preparation, informed selection of seeds and plants, appropriate timing of planting, and…

Community and Economic Development

Opportunity Zones in Illinois

Community and Economic Development

Recent Opportunity Zones 2.0 legislation introduces rolling 10-year designations, stronger incentives for rural investment — including a 30% reduction in capital gains tax — stricter income…

Text Resilient Communities over an image of a battery storage site next to a wind farm

Battery Storage Planning and Safety for Local Governments

Resilient Communities Series

Battery storage is charging up in Illinois, raising important questions for communities about how to safely site these new systems. Get a better understanding…

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Tai Chi at Windsor of Savoy

April Session
County: Champaign

Move with Ease - Discover the Power of Tai Chi!

Experience a gentle yet powerful way to improve your strength, flexibility and balance while reducing pain and fall risk! 

Join…

Book with nature background

Master Naturalist Book Club

Flight Paths by Rebecca Heisman
County: Macon

Join us each month as we read a different nature-themed book and enjoy a lively discussion. You do not have to be a Master Naturalist to participate. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. It's a great…

Grow Together, Container Gardens text overlaying a purple background wtih flowers in pots pictured

Grow Together

Container Gardens
Grow Together | Container Gardens

Join us for some hands-on learning experiences designed to help you grow with confidence and community! Discover how to grow and design beautiful and…
people hiking

Mindfulness Hike at Carl Spindler Marina

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment. 
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your connection…

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