Events

School Lunch Rocks!

Training for School Food Service Staff
County: Union, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, Alexander

School food service staff are invited to attend School Lunch Rocks! at John A. Logan College on October 10. Earn hours towards USDA Professional Standards while attending this free, interactive…

Pumpkin Extravaganza

Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds
County: Union, Johnson, Pulaski, Alexander, Massac

Youth in the southernmost five county region are invited to celebrate the harvest season at the Pumpkin Extravaganza on October 13, 2025. This free event is open to the public and will engage…

The Wild World of Woolly Worms

County: Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Alexander, Union

Illinois Extension presents "The Wild World of Woolly Worms"! Youth ages 6 -12 years old are invited to attend this fun, educational event at the Vienna Public Library October 14. Listen to a…

Protecting Your Heart and Metabolism: Physical Activity and Cardiometabolic Conditions in Older Adults

Community Seminar Series: Autumn Health Picks 2025
Learn how the right activity level protects your heart and metabolism as you age. 

Adults should aim for ≥150 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity or PA to reduce…

Independent Grocer Summit

John A. Logan College
County: Pulaski, Alexander, Union, Johnson, Massac

Join fellow independent grocers from around southern Illinois on Wednesday, October 15 for an enjoyable and rewarding opportunity to network with other leaders in the industry while exploring key…

Uncovering the Winter Secrets of Whip-poor-wills 

Everyday Environment Series 

Often heard and rarely seen, the eastern whip-poor-will and its namesake nighttime call is an iconic Midwestern woodland bird. But like many other insect-…

Protein: More Than Muscles, Unlocking Its Role in Everyday Health

Community Seminar Series: Autumn Health Picks 2025
Explore how protein fuels health and strength at every age. 

Protein does more than build muscle — it promotes fullness, supports immune health, and prevents age-related muscle loss across all…

Bat Night

Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds
County: Union, Pulaski, Johnson, Alexander, Massac

Join us October 24 for Bat Night at Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds in Jonesboro. Visit different stations to learn about bats - explore a bat cave, play a bat traveling game, make a bat craft,…

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4-H Building Bricks Challenge Series: November Challenge

Save the date!

Youth ages 8 to 18: Compete in our virtual building brick challenge series to show off your original builds with plastic building bricks like LEGO and MEGABLOKS! Each month, from…

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body: The Key to Total Wellness

Community Seminar Series: Autumn Health Picks 2025
Learn how to improve your overall well-being by taking care of your mouth.

Healthy teeth, healthy body. This session dives into the critical connections between oral care and overall health,…

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