Events
Effingham County Livestock Skill-A-Thon
Calling all livestock enthusiasts!
Get ready to put your livestock knowledge to the test at the Effingham County 4-H Livestock Skill-A-Thon! Hosted by the Effingham County 4-H Livestock Judging…
Comfort Foods Reinvented | Granville
Learn simple swaps to enjoy comfort foods while focusing on ingredients that promote healthier cooking. Take home recipes with new ideas for meals and participate in a taste test in class. Feel…
Terrarium Workshop | Rochelle | Class is full!
Ready to bring a tiny world of greenery indoors? The Ogle County Master Gardeners have a special workshop where you can create your very own terrarium — a glass container that creates a welcoming…
Birds, Bees, and Solar: Wildlife Interactions with Solar Energy Development
Explore how birds, bats, and pollinators interact with solar energy development. Drawing on real-world projects and research, speakers will discuss the…
Wits Fitness | Eureka
Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to stay mentally active and connect with others? Wits Fitness is an engaging class that supports brain health through…
Diabetes and the Heart
After finishing your workout, stick around for educational sessions to build understanding and confidence in caring for your nutrition needs. Recipe demonstrations and tastings will be offered at…
Blooming Pumpkins
Celebrate the beauty of fall with a hands-on workshop that combines creativity, horticulture, and agricultural science! Participants will design their own floral centerpiece inside a pumpkin using…
Colors of the Autumn Canopy: Oil Pastels
Join us for a fun and creative afternoon under the colorful fall trees at Foundation Park! In this outdoor art class, young artists will explore the changing season using bright, blendable oil…
Understanding the Fear of Falling: Insights for Wheelchair and Scooter Users
Fear of falling is a common concern among wheelchair and scooter users, yet it is often overlooked in research and clinical care. This…
Gifts from the Garden
The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series.
Many of us consider the act…