Events

Watersheds and Stewardship Program and Master Naturalist Meeting

Join us for our April Master Naturalist meeting focused on watersheds and stewardship.

 During this meeting we will:Receive a brief overview of Emiquon and its role in the watershedLearn…

Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser & Indigo Nathani - Green Earth Brush Hill Nature Preserve

Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser and Indigo Nathani, for a leisurely walk in nature to look at birds!  Learn to identify our feathered friends in some of our local sites.  All ages…

Wits Workout

Does your brain need a fitness routine? 

Join University of Illinois Educator Sara Attig as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and…

Wellness in Nature: Outdoor Yoga - Gentle Hatha

Breathe deeply, stretch gently, and reconnect with your body in this welcoming, gentle Hatha Yoga class designed especially for those who love spending time in the garden and in nature. This slow,…

Floral Design Workshop Series: Wearable Art

University of Illinois Extension is partnering with the Fulton County Farm Bureau to bring you new and exciting educational opportunities! Join us as Christine Wright, Hy-Vee Floral Manager,…

Yes, You Can! Freezing Your Summer Harvest

Spring is right around the corner, and summer gardens will be bursting with produce in no time.  You can enjoy your summer flavors year-round by preserving your fresh produce now. Home food…

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Peoria 4-H teens are invited to participate in the county-wide Federation. This group meets monthly, plans county-wide special events, and volunteer in many 4-H leadership roles. 

Top It Off

Sometimes the best flavors are put right on top. From the classic ketchup and mustard to lesser-known toppings like chutney and chimichurri, explore a world of tasty condiments and relishes. Learn…

4-H Decoupage Workshop

4-H members in Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, and Union Counties are invited to participate in a fun, hands-on workshop at Vienna High School on April 16 at 6:00 p.m. Learn how to use the…

Low Maintenance Landscaping

Join University of Illinois Extension Jo Daviess County Master Gardener, Madelynn Wilharm, for this program on “Low Maintenance Landscaping” as part of the Spring Break Gardening Series. The…