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4-H Hooks Us Together Statewide Fishing Tournament
Save the date!The popular 4-H statewide fishing spring fishing tournament is back in 2026. This year’s tourney will again be a virtual event held between the dates of May 1 – July 31. Catch-…
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State 4-H Reel Adventure Family Fish Camp
Registration is open!Do you have family members that love fishing or would like to get into the sport? Would you like to have a fun family weekend where those who wanted to fish can while other…
Trash Blast - Ripple Hollow
Join us at Ripple Hollow on May 1 for the May Trash Blast. Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month from March through June and September through October from 1 pm to 3 pm at…
State 4-H Robotics Competition
Registration is open!The Illinois 4-H State Robotics Competition is a statewide STEM event where youth enrolled in 4-H robotics programs come together to design, build, and program robots as teams…
Plant Sale
University of Illinois Extension invites the public to a plant sale at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center on May 2nd, 2026. The sale will be located under the pavilion near the administration…
Hold That Thought: Explore Strategies for Forgetfulness
Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Misplaced your keys or cell phone? Forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered “yes,” you are not alone!…
Sustaining Local Commerce: The Role of Community-Supported Enterprises in Business Retention
Small towns facing a long-standing business closure due to retirement, or…
State 4-H Dish Dash (formerly Food Challenge)
This event is now at capacity.If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, you may still register and we will contact you if a spot opens up!
To all of our young aspiring chefs get ready for a…
Eat and Educate - Eating Well as You Age
Learn how nutritional needs change over time and how to make smart, enjoyable food choices that support heart health, bone strength, digestion, and immune function. Gain practical tips for…
Cake It ‘Til You Make It State 4-H Cake Decorating Competition
Registration is open!In this high-energy, live cake decorating competition, youth will engage in a creative, hands-on experience that fosters artistic expression, builds confidence, and promotes…