Events

Bats

Why we need to conserve them and how you can help.
County: McDonough

Discover the fascinating world of bats with special guest Dr. Joy O'Keefe during this engaging virtual presentation. Dr. O'Keefe, a leading researcher in bat ecology, focuses on promoting…

State 4-H Ambassador Application Info Night

Level up your leadership! 

Are you 13–19 and ready to make an impact? Join us for the Illinois 4-H State Ambassador Info Night to explore leadership…

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4-H Family Winter Break Building Bricks Contest

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Does your family love building together? This is the opportunity for you! Create a build as a family over winter break! One entry per family. All participating families must have at…

Illinois State Legislative Update

State of Illinois Legislative Update
Unlock insider knowledge on legislative updates that could redefine how counties and local governments operate.

Explore legislative updates on recent and upcoming changes to state law impacting…

Peoria Agronomy Summit

2026 Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits
Strengthen farm management decisions by attending the Peoria Agronomy Summit 

University of Illinois Extension is holding the Peoria Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the…

Southeastern Agronomy Summit

2026 Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits

Registration and the full event schedule will be available after December 1. For questions, please contact the event coordinator at the information below.

Strengthen farm management decisions…

State 4-H Fun with Food Science at Home

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Come learn about food science and the food industry AND make homemade ice cream in this fun, hands-on workshop by the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation! There will be $50 Amazon…

State 4-H Fashion Revue

Registration is open!

4-H youth will showcase their skills in clothing construction, fashion design, and personal presentation in two competition levels: Junior (ages 8-13) and Senior (ages 14-18…

Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit

2026 Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits
Strengthen farm management decisions by attending the Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit 

University of Illinois Extension is holding the annual Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit this winter…

State 4-H Horse Judging Contest

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The primary objective of these contests is to provide an opportunity for youth to demonstrate their knowledge of equine-related subject matter in a competitive setting where…

College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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