Events

Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Herbs

Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

Pollinator Pathways & Landscaping with Native Plants

Explore hot topics in home gardening with expert Extension educators. Join us at the Hauberg Carriage House! The doors open at 5:30 PM, and sessions run from 6 to 8 PM. The fee is $15 per session and…

Wellness in Nature

Spending time in nature can benefit mental and physical well-being. 

From creating a sensory experience while growing vegetables and fruits in a garden, to hiking and exploring a forest…

Good Fire

Fire is more than the combustion of fuel for energy. Fire has a deep cultural and environmental history for humans, the land, and wildlife. This presentation will go over a bit of the history of fire…

Flour Power: Baking SPIN Club

The Flour Power Baking SPIN Club will meet at First Christian Church in Sterling April 20, 27, and May 4 from 5 to 6:30 PM. Participants will make delicious, homemade brownies, pie crust/pie, and…

Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Lowden Miller State Forest

Give your child the chance to unplug, explore, and connect with nature through our Nature Explorers SPIN Club! Designed for youth ages 8–18, this hands-on experience encourages curiosity,…

From Peel to Plate

Fun fact: April is Winning at Reducing Food Waste Month!

Learn how to make the most of the food you bring home. This class looks at simple ways to cut food waste, store foods safely, and…

Repotting and Caring for Houseplants

Have you checked on your houseplants lately? Whether you're experienced at caring for houseplants or are simply curious about taking up the hobby, this workshop is for you! Participants will learn…

Ready & Resilient : Practical Climate Strategies for Illinois Municipalities

Illinois communities are already seeing the effects of a changing climate—heavier rains, more frequent flooding, hotter summers, shifting seasons, and added strain on local infrastructure. To help…

From Backyards to Boardrooms: Building Community Led Climate Resilience at Every Scale

This 90‑minute interactive workshop hosted by University of Illinois Extension, Lake County and led by Jessica Rudnick, PhD, helps Illinois residents make sense of what climate change means for our…