Events

Master Gardener Help Desk

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

Let's Make Salsa

Love salsa? Come learn how to make the most out of your summer produce by making fresh salsa! This class is open to all ages and will involve hands-on practice making a variety of different salsas…

Master Gardener Informational Booth

Not sure what vegetables, fruit, or flowers would work best for your needs? Have a plant dying or a problem with a tree or pest? Christian County Master Gardeners will be available …

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

Illinois Junior Chefs

Illinois Junior Chefs is a great way for your child to learn basic cooking skills while having fun! Illinois Junior Chefs is appropriate for ages 9-13. Each lesson focuses on a food group and a…

Nuts, Seeds, and Summer Eats

Curious about cooking with nuts and seeds but not sure where to start? This summer class at the Hillsboro Library will help you crack the code. Learn the health benefits of a variety of nuts and…

4-H Summer Hiking Club

Explore the great outdoors this summer. Join us as we venture out to several hiking trails in Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery Counties. We will have a short presentation at each park,…

4-H Science Camp

Join us for an exciting morning of Wild Weather exploration! Youth will investigate the science of extreme weather through interactive demonstrations and hands-on builds. This workshop will explore…

Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Montgomery County Field Day

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

What's Your Palate?

Ever wonder why your favorite foods change as you get older? Join Extension to explore the five basic tastes—sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami—and learn how your palate evolves throughout life…