Events
Microgreens: small yet mighty
Microgreens are tasty, nutrient packed tiny plants, and are easy to grow at home. In this family-friendly workshop, participants will learn seed selection, planting, tending, and harvesting. Join…
Good Bugs & Building Healthy Soils
Good Bugs in the Garden by Ken Johnson…
Gardening on a Budget | Mount Morris
Preserve the Season - Sheffield
Are you ready for SUMMER?
Discover how to preserve the season. Join Susan Glassman, Health and Community Wellness Food and Nutrition Educator to learn food preservation methods along with food…
4‑H Global Gourmet: Explore India!
Join us at the Grayslake Area Public Library for the next Global Gourmet session on Tuesday, April 14, at 4:30 PM! During this hands‑on cultural cooking experience, youth will explore India’s rich…
Fire ecology for managing prairies and woodlands
Much of Illinois is or was dominated by fire-adapted ecosystems from prairies to savannas to barrens and oak woodlands. Historically, fire played a key role in maintaining diversity, structure,…
Edible Landscaping
By combining trees, vegetables, herbs, edible flowers, or small fruits and berries in aesthetically pleasing ways, edible landscapes can be just as attractive as ornamental ones. Learn how…
Land Leasing Basics
Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may only think about the lease itself once things go wrong. Prevent…
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,…
How to garden without hurting ourselves
Gardening can be a rewarding and enjoyable outdoor activity, but the bending, lifting, and repetitive movements involved can also take a toll on the body. The Ford-Iroquois Master Gardeners invite…