Grant Writing 101
University of Illinois Extension Cook County and Advocates for Urban Agriculture are co-hosting two grant-writing programs. While these programs are geared specifically to prepare applicants…
Gardening on a Budget
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…
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4-H Fall Family Camp
Registration opens June 22!Come out and enjoy all that the camp has to offer as a family! Experience rock climbing, zip lining, archery, hayrack rides, campfires, crafts, cardboard boat racing,…
Bringing the Outside In: Overwintering Tender Perennial Plants
Zonal geraniums, black and blue salvia, coleus, and lemon grass are just a few of the dozens of plant varieties northern…
Northern Illinois 4-H Volunteer & Teen Leader 2026 Conference
Join us for the Lead · Learn · Thrive 4-H Volunteer & Teen Conference on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the DeKalb County Center for Agriculture Building.
This…
State 4-H State Shoot: Archery
Registration opens July 1!Illinois 4-H State Shoots in air rifle, archery, and shotgun are intended to provide an opportunity for teenage 4-H members to compete with those with like interests from…
Growing Quality Blooms
Growing Quality Blooms
September 24, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
the Talking Farm 3669 W Howard Street, Skokie, IL
Featuring results from current on‑farm research trials, participants…
State 4-H State Shoot: Shotgun
Registration opens July 1!Illinois 4-H State Shoots in air rifle, archery, and shotgun are intended to provide an opportunity for teenage 4-H members to compete with those with like interests from…
McHenry County Farm Stroll 2026
Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County's diversified family farms. There is no beginning or end of the tour.
Just choose the farms you wish…
Planning for Community Geothermal: Three Communities, Three Approaches Toward Energy Independence
Geothermal energy is expanding beyond individual homes to increase energy independence in neighborhoods, commercial buildings, and municipal facilities.…