Events

Vegetable Gardening Series at Rock Island library

Insects and Diseases
County: Rock Island

The last session of our five-week series from University of Illinois Extension will take place on April 21: Insects and Diseases

Led by Emily Swihart, horticulture educator, participants can…

Spring Series of Home Horticulture: Week Two

Topics: Backyard Bird Cousins and Forest Bathing
County: Rock Island
Cultivate Knowledge - A Series for Garden and Nature Enthusiasts!

Dates: Monday, April 21
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: Holiday Inn, Rock Island
Cost: $15 per…

Rock Island County 4-H Pork Chop Dinner Fundraiser

4-H Pork Chop Dinner Fundraiser

Thursday, April 24, 4 - 7 PM

Join us for a delicious way to support Rock Island County 4-H & Extension programs!

New Location!
Blackhawk…

State 4-H Public Speaking Contest

Save the date!

Save the date for State Public Speaking Contest on April 26, 2025! We can't wait to see your amazing skills on display. Watch for details of your county public speaking contests to…

Spring Series of Home Horticulture: Week Three

Preserve Like a Pro, and Veggie Visions:
County: Rock Island
Cultivate Knowledge - A Series for Garden and Nature Enthusiasts!

Dates: Monday, April 28
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: Holiday Inn, Rock Island
Cost: $15 per…

Bonus: Gardening Q&A Session

Growing Great Vegetables Webinar Series

NOTE: Registration is required for all sessions of the Growing Great Vegetables Series by Feb. 28. Space is limited and after Feb. 28, registration is closed. 

Get those gardening…

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4-H Reel Adventure Family Fishing Camp

Save the date!

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 family…

4-H State Robotics Competition

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It’s one thing to program and build a robot; it’s another thing to do it as a team. This statewide event is an opportunity for youth enrolled in 4-H robotics to demonstrate their…

Actions to Reduce Water Pollution

Everyday Environment Webinar Series
You can help make a difference in water quality drop by drop. 

What’s in your water? How can your actions help reduce and prevent water pollution? Discover what the most common water…

4-H Shooting Sports Volunteer Certification Training Central IL

4-H Shooting Sports Volunteer Certification Trainings - mark your calendars for 2025!

Interested adults don't have to be expert marksmen to become involved in the program and have fun, meet…