Events

Woodford County Tree Planting Program

Throughout the spring of 2026, youth in 40 counties throughout Illinois are planting groupings of 25 oak trees on public properties in their county for a total of 1000 newly planted trees across the…

4-H Scratch Coding: Zombie Crusher

Join us for a fun and interactive Scratch Coding Workshop where kids ages 8–12 will learn how to create a fun game and build a zombie crusher! Using Scratch, a beginner-friendly coding platform,…

From Garden to Health: Gut Microbes & Herbs

Join us at the Hauberg Carriage House to explore how fresh herbs and plant‑diverse foods can support better health. Local experts will guide you through practical, garden‑inspired strategies you can…

4-H Reading and Art Hour

Spend an afternoon with Ford County 4-H at the Paxton Carnegie Library (254 S Market St, Paxton, IL 60957) for our 4-H Reading and Art Hour on Monday, April 27.We would love to share a time of…

2026 Monticello Area Community Garden

Join us for a kick-off meeting to learn about the garden, guidelines and vegetable gardening tips.

Register for a garden plot at go.illinois.edu/digin

Register by April 27.

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Head Strong: Exercise Strategies to Enhance Memory and Thinking

Are you headstrong about keeping your head strong? Challenging the brain, especially as you grow older can be beneficial. Many of us enjoy working on puzzles and games that require us to think and…

2026 Monticello Area Community Garden

Monticello Area Community Garden: 2026 Garden Plots Now Available!  
Dig in and grow your favorite fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers this summer!  12' x 12' or 12' x 24' tilled…

Illinois 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest

Registration is open!

The Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Contest for beef, sheep, swine, and meat goats will take place on Monday, April 27, at the Stock Pavilion (1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave.,…

Pumpkins and Winter Squash

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…

Join the Movement! Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Many studies have shown Tai Chi as being one of the most effective approaches for strengthening balance and preventing falls. Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Program is…