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Annual Report & Monthly Newsletter
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Learn with Us This Fall!
October Newsletter Highlights
Get ready for a season of learning, wellness, and fun! This month’s issue features:
- October is Healthy Lung Month, a timely reminder to prioritize lung health and early detection.
- Pumped for Pumpkins: Celebrate this versatile fruit, known for its health benefits, and try out a pumpkin chili recipe.
- Gardening in the Air! Virtual Gardening Symposium is set for Saturday, October 18, 9 am - 12: 30 pm. Join horticulture experts from Illinois Extension and Iowa State University Extension for a free, interactive online gardening event on 9 different topics spanning many interests.
- We're gearing up for National 4-H Week with a booth at the Grand Opening of Tractor Supply on Saturday, Oct 4. in Moline. Stop by to learn more about 4-H and do some fun activities.
- 4-H Teen Teachers is kicking off the new year with a meeting on Oct 14 at the Rock Island County Extension office. A great opportunity for teens to grow their leadership skills.
- October Webinars include:
- Join Emily Swihart, Extension Horticulture Educator, as she presents Leaf it to the Library gardening programs 10 am and 1 pm:
- October 16, 10 am and 1 pm: East Moline Library
- October 30, 10 am and 1 pm: Galva Senior Center
- Start off your day with free Meditation Mornings | Mon Wed Friday, | 8 a.m. | October 1-17
- Learn more about Illinois Extension's Mental Health First Aid for the Agriculture Community and upcoming webinars
- Check out the October Breakroom Buzz for free tips to support health, family, and finances.
Don’t miss all this and more—check out the full October newsletter!
Celebrating Our Impact: 2024 Annual Report
Read the 2024 Annual Report
We are excited to share our 2024 Annual Report, showcasing the positive changes we've made in the communities of Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, and Stark Counties. Our achievements are a testament to the dedication of our volunteers and the generous support from county boards, donors, 4-H Foundations, and the thousands of clients we proudly serve.