Virtual Stormwater Leadership Summit 2026
The second Illinois Extension Stormwater Leadership Summit brings together community leaders from across Northern Illinois to build tools and networks and explore shared solutions to address…
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IL 4-H Building Brick Build Challenge - November
Our free monthly building brick challenge series is back for the 26-27 year! Each month, from October to December, youth can create their own original builds following the month’s theme and…
Open Meetings Act
University of Illinois Extension will host two educational webinars on the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act, presented by Christopher Boggs, deputy public access counselor with…
Urban Ag Skills School
This hands-on workshop series will help urban and small-scale growers learn how to:
Identify which crops are…
Gifts from the Garden
The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series.
Many of us consider the act…
Junior Master Naturalist Program: Reptiles and Amphibians
Join University of Illinois Extension Educators and Master Naturalists on November 11 at 10 a.m. to discover what reptiles and amphibians are and how they survive through the cooler months!…
Houseplant Propagation Basics
Brighten up the winter months by learning how to grow new houseplants from the ones you already have!
In this beginner-friendly program, you'll discover simple ways to propagate…
Public Speaking Workshops
Learn basic techniques to improve your presentation and speaking skills! Workshop participants will:
Grow confidence in speakingPractice voice controlLearn to…
Global Gourmet: Africa
Hello, young explorers! Get ready to embark on an exciting journey to Africa without leaving the cozy confines of the library! You’ll have a blast discovering this vibrant continent’s diverse…
Embracing Differences: Mindfulness that Supports Families of Neurodivergent Children
Raising a neurodivergent child can bring joys, challenges, and stress to families. This…