Events

Windowsill Wonders: Herb Magic

Learn how to grow, cut, dry, and cook with fresh herbs from your own windowsill.  Participants will plant rosemary, basil, and dill to take home.  

Please register by April 28 by…

4-H Shooting Sports Volunteer Certification Training Central IL

4-H Shooting Sports Volunteer Certification Trainings - mark your calendars for 2025!

Interested adults don't have to be expert marksmen to become involved in the program and have fun, meet…

Let's Talk about the Birds, the Bees, the Rabbits and the Groundhogs

The Crossing Garden Education series is a free monthly program focusing on a variety of topics during the 2025 growing season. Join the Master Gardeners for this month's session for a discussion…

Golden Garden Days: East Central Celebration at 4-H Memorial Camp

Grow your gardening knowledge and skills as we celebrate 50 years of Master Gardener impact through hands-on workshops, tours, and expert advice!   

This event will take place on…

Honey and Health: Nature's Sweet Treat

Learn more about honey and its benefits.

Honey is nature's perfect gift, produced from the nectar of flowers. There are 320 varieties of honey, which vary in color, odor, and flavor depending on…

DeWitt, Piatt, & Macon 4-H Pullorum Testing

Pullorum Testing for Poultry Exhibitors ages 8-18

This testing is valid for 90 and will cover any exhibitors who will be exhibiting at the Illinois State Fair.  

Cost

One…

Heart Smart Eating

Heart disease is the leading cause of death of U.S. adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Changes to lifestyle, including food choices, can improve symptoms…

Managing Common Squash and Pumpkin Pests

Explore what visitors may stop by the garden before their arrival.

Pumpkins and squash are popular garden plants. However, many gardeners struggle with pests attacking their plants. Learn about…

Certified Food Protection Managers

This course is only for K-12 school food service professionals.  

In Illinois, a Certified Food Protection Manager must be on-site any time food is being prepared and served.  …

Illinois Invasive Species Symposium

Invasive insects, plants, and animals are a serious and expensive threat to Illinois waterways, natural areas, and farm fields. These non-native species spread quickly, and once they take hold are…