Events
Backyard Book Art
Join us as Master Naturalist, Master Gardener, and art teacher Merry Lanker leads a creative workshop on painting garden pavers to look like your favorite novel. These charming "book pavers" make…
Junior Master Naturalist Program
Soar into the World of Raptors with the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists!
Discover the fascinating lives of Illinois’ birds of prey through interactive, hands-on experiences…
Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office
Speaking for Illinois 4-H Training February
Registration is open!You love 4-H. We need you to help tell that story to the public. 4-H members received advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings held…
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Seeds in the Snow- Sterling
Just because it's cold out, doesn't mean you have to stop thinking about gardening! Join us on the second Monday of the month, January-March at the Sterling Public Library to prepare some seeds…
Joliet Agronomy Summit
University of Illinois Extension is holding the Joliet Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the…
What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety
Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…
Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library
Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…
Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting 2026
Stay informed on current agriculture practices and the latest research taking place at Dudley Smith Farm during the annual Winter Meeting. Topics this year include:
Cattle production and…
Changing Climate and Historic Pests
Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…