Events

Statewide Webinars

Many webinars are offered online and open to everyone. Be sure to register prior to the webinar.
Block Reference

A goat being held by a collar at a fair.

Perry and Randolph County Livestock Auction

County: Perry, Randolph

Current 4-H youth that showcase livestock during the fair can participate in the Perry and Randolph County Livestock Auction. This event is at the Perry County Fairgrounds on June 13 at 6 p.m. and…

Bee looking through a magnifying glass, including text "Bee-ing a plant detective"

"Bee-ing" a Plant Detective

County: DeWitt

Come to your local library to learn about edible plant parts, how to make worm farms, plant milkweed, make a mason bee hive, and taste different kinds of honey!
Youth can attend both sessions…

Pop Up Money Mentors

Pop Up Mentoring Hours

County: Champaign

Do you need help with your personal finances?

Do you have a question about your credit report or credit score? Illinois Extension Money Mentor volunteers are here to help! The Money…

medical professionals in a team huddle

Healthcare Career Exploration Summer Academy - Rushville

County: Mason, Fulton, Peoria, Tazewell, Adams, Brown, McDonough, Warren, Hancock, Pike, Schuyler, Knox, Henderson

Young people are invited to explore a variety of healthcare and medical careers. Participating youth will have the opportunity to practice hands-on skills – like injections, blood pressure…

A collection of flowers in a vase.

4-H Flower Arranging Workshop

County: Williamson
Add a splash of color to your life with floral arrangements!

Mix and match beautiful fresh-cut flowers during a free flower arranging workshop on June 13 at 6 p.m. Learn about balance, scale, and…

Historic building

Managing Historic Restoration Projects

Communities are concerned about aging buildings in their downtowns. How can these historic resources be saved and safely restored? What opportunities exist, and how to overcome the challenges?…

red background with pink piggy bank up front and white lettering "Let's Talk Money"

How Much is Too Much Debt?

Pros and cons of borrowing money. 

Deciding when and how much credit to use depends on the financial situation. Discover different scenarios when you might use credit and learn options for…

children with hands in a bowl of food

Crafty Cooking 101

County: DeWitt
This three-week program is perfect for the 4-H member who is registered for the 4-H Cooking 101 Project!

Basic kitchen and cooking skills will be taught with each week, building on the previous…

Cooking graphic with the 4-H clover and the words "Teen Teachers" and "Illinois Extension"

Teen Teacher Training - Cloverbud Cooking

County: Kankakee

This summer, youth age 12-18 can participate in a fun and engaging Teen Teachers training program taught by 4-H Youth Development Educator Shannon Range.  

Teens will learn about youth…

Hands together holding a bunch of strawberries.

Can that Strawberry Jam! Youth Canning Class

County: Jersey

Let's make jam that we can eat all year round! Join University of Illinois Extension Nutrition & Wellness Educator Lisa Peterson for a youth-centered hands-on workshop on how to make…

Find local progams

View Map