Events

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…

Capture Moments, Create Memories

Turn your favorite photos into treasured works of art at this unique hands-on workshop led by local photographer Michelle Gill. Held at Michelle Gill Photography, just outside of Nashville, IL,…

Nights in Nature | Genoa

Come out to the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Nature Preserve and take part in Nights in Nature! We will offer guided hikes in the forest, we will sing songs by the fire, and…

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Wild World of Woolly Worms

Why did the woolly worm cross the road? Come explore the folklore around woolly worms predicting winter weather with a learning adventure and craft! This program is…

Herbal Garden Tea Party

Unlock the flavors and benefits of homegrown botanicals to elevate your tea experience. Karen Corrigan will present which herbs, flowers, and leaves make the perfect infusions and how to blend…

Meditation Mornings

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday…

Festive Flavors

Prepare for the busy cooking season with a fun, hands-on class where you'll make and sample healthy, flavorful dips perfect for holiday gatherings

Register by November 10. 

Franklin County 4-H - Crochet for Beginners

Are you interested in learning how to crochet? These classes are for you! In this two-part workshop series, you will learn how to create your own crochet projects. The series begins on November 13…

4-H Junior Leadership Conference

The Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference (JLC) is an engaging, hands-on event designed for junior high 4-H members in 7th and 8th grade. It…

Native Seed Exchange

Share and discover native plant seeds at this community seed exchange at Nell's Woodland. Participants are encouraged to bring native seeds to share, but it is not required. A variety of locally…