2026 Illinois State 4-H Dog Show
Save the date!The State 4-H Dog show is open to any 4-H member who has received a qualifying score at their local 4-H exhibition. Please contact your local Extension Office for local information…
Give a Sip
The Lake County Extension Foundation invites you on Friday, August 28, from 3 - 6 p.m. for an afternoon of raffles, prizes, shopping, & socializing in celebration of gardening, community, and…
Nature FunFest
Join Illinois Extension Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, 4-H, the Lake County Nature Network, and the Round Lake Area Park District at this FREE event for all ages. Activities include…
Reaping the Harvest: Collection, Processing, and Sowing of Native Seeds
Seeds are key for restoring our ecosystems and adding native plants to our yards. As diverse as our native plants are, they are equally diverse in how they disperse their seeds. We'll look at…
Lake County Master Gardener 40th Anniversary Garden Tours
There is so much to explore and learn about at the Fremont Township Community Garden. Incorporating a number of permaculture practices throughout the garden, attendees will see examples of green…
Jardinería para las aves (Landscaping for Birds )
Presented by Marcela…
Gardening on a Budget
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…
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…
Community Science in Your Backyard
At Everyday Environment, we enjoy noticing everyday observations of cool things in nature, many of which can be found in backyards and local parks. Believe it…
