Events

Diversity and Advocacy and Choosing Nursery Stock

Community Tree Care Series
Communities with healthy, viable trees are impacted through improved air quality and reduced stress.

Join this session set to empower tree people to advocate for the protection and expansion of…

4-H Alumni Event: John Deere Demo Site in Coal Valley, IL

Be part of history at our inaugural Illinois 4-H Alumni event!

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. 

Schedule of Events:

6:00 p.m. - Registration followed by…

Preventing Soil Loss on Your Farm

Cultivating Conversations Series
County: Lawrence
Preserve your lands by keeping soil on your fields.

When it comes to farming, there is no substitute for experience. This March, producers and landowners can connect with local Illinois farmers and…

4-H Volunteer Training: Volunteer Roles in Supporting Life Skill Development Training

Join us for an upcoming Volunteer Training scheduled for Thursday, March 27; 6:30 – 7:45 PM. 

Creating a space where 4-H members can develop valuable life skills is a core element in helping…

Creating Stronger, More Sustainable Rural Economies

Understanding Rural Economics & Creating Stronger, More Sustainable Rural Economies
Discover how to revitalize rural communities and learn innovative economic growth strategies

Many once-thriving rural communities face economic collapse due to population decline, budget cuts, and…

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Clean for a Cause

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Food Pantry Network - Heart of Illinois is leading a Clean for a Cause campaign. The general public is invited to get involved individually or as a group.

During the month of April, buy your…

Insects and Diseases

Growing Great Vegetables Webinar Series

NOTE: Registration is required for all sessions of the Growing Great Vegetables Series by Feb. 28. Space is limited and after Feb. 28, registration is closed. 

Discover pests and diseases…

4-H Volunteer Café Conversation: Helping Youth Thrive Through Leadership!

Join us for a Café Conversation on Thursday, April 3; 6:30 – 7:45 PM. 

Leaders, registration will be through ZSuites. Also, please encourage your teens serving in club leadership to attend as…

State 4-H Awards Banquet

Celebrate our state award winners!

The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their communities the focus of their time and…

Gardeners' BIG Day 2025

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
$20 Early Bird by Mar. 1
$25 through deadline March 24 
Sorry, no walk-ins.
Gardeners of all skill levels are invited to Gardeners’ BIG Day. The day includes a keynote address, three…