Events

Hort for the Holidays

Gardeners know that nature provides the best décor! At Hort for the Holidays, we’ll turn simple pinecones into stunning pinecone trees that celebrate the textures and tones of the season. From fall…

4-H Building Bricks Challenge Series: December 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…

Greater Peoria Farm Show Presentations

Meet with agriculture specialists and learn about the latest research impacting farms today.

Attendees at the Greater Peoria Farm Show can visit the Extension booth during show hours on Tuesday and…

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

The University of Illinois Extension will offer the Certified Food Protection Manager Course. This two-part class is an accredited American National Standards Institute (ANSI) course that meets the…

Adult Mental Health First Aid for the Agricultural Community

Learn to identify and respond to mental health and substance use challenges in the ag community.

This specialized training is designed for those in the agricultural community, providing…

Beef Quality Assurance Training | Sycamore

Stay current with today’s cattle industry by renewing Beef Quality Assurance certification.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationally coordinated, state-implemented program that provides systematic…

Wee Nats

Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and…

Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals

Join our comprehensive apple pruning workshop and discover the essential skills that separate thriving orchards from struggling trees. This class will teach you the science and artistry behind…

Nonprofit Business Structure Basics

A farm's setup can significantly impact its daily operation and profitability. 

Farmers don't just grow food because they enjoy it; they farm to provide their community with good food and good…

Holiday Table Garland Workshop

Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for the "Holiday Table Garland Workshop" on Thursday, December 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N…