Events

Pumpkin Bouquet Cloverbud Workshop

Join us for this fun, fall-inspired workshop on an early school dismissal day! Cloverbuds will be making a fall pumpkin bouquet out of pipe cleaners. Youth ages 5-7 are welcome to participate and…

Youth Floral Arranging

Join us for a fun and creative 4-H Floral Arranging Workshop focused on creating a beautiful fall-inspired arrangement! Participants will learn the basics of floral design, including selecting…

Rendering to Results: Making Soap from Beef Tallow

Discover how to transform raw beef fat into a useful, natural household product! In this two-part, hands-on workshop, you'll first learn how to render beef tallow safely, then return two weeks…

Setting Goals to Build a Heart Healthy Life

Our hearts beat nearly 100,000 times each day, supplying oxygen and nutrients throughout the body to sustain life. Yet many people rarely think about their heart health until problems arise. Nor do…

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…

Bats & Snacks

Celebrate National Bat Week by discovering the hidden world of bats. Learn how these nighttime mammals contribute to healthy ecosystems through pollination and insect control, explore current bat…

Sourdough Made Simple

Learn the basics of sourdough bread making and mix up a jar of starter to take home.

 

Registration ends October 27.

 

Mental Health First Aid for Agricultural Communities

Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers face unique challenges that can affect mental health and well-being. Long hours, economic uncertainty, weather-related stress, and the demands of caring…

Conservation@Home Event: Native Seed and Plant Share

Native plant-lovers are invited to the Native Seed and Plant Swap hosted by University of Illinois Extension. In addition to increasing your collection of native plants, guests will also network…

All about bats

Discover the fascinating world of bats! During this hands-on program, young learners will explore what makes bats unique, uncover the truth behind common myths, and learn about the important role…