Serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago

Upcoming Programs and Events

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

This two-part class is an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited course, which meets the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Food Service Sanitation Code requirements. Click here to see dates for up-coming offerings of this course.
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Wee Naturalists

Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and hike.
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I Made That! - National Pumpkin Month

With this kit youth will learn how to select, store, and carve pumpkins, and we will have delicious pumpkin recipes!
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4-H "Everything Art" Spin Club

The club will CREATE, LEARN, and have FUN! "Everything Art" will provide youth with unique and hands on experiences that will spark their love for the creative arts.
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Master Gardener Helpline

Have a gardening or horticulture question? Call our Master Gardener Helpline. An Illinois Extension Master Gardener will answer your questions at NO COST!
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Food Assistance in Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties

At this time many people may find the need for food assistance where they have never had the need in the past. If you you or someone you know is in need of a helping hand, here are several lists of possible food pantries in your area.
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2021 Impact Report

The Impact Report for Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties is now available. Learn about the impact that Extension staff has had within the surrounding communities in 2021.

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Autumn Joys of Gardening Series

We are pleased to announce the return of Autumn Joys of Gardening. This program will take on a different look, being offered as a series of evening programs, participants can pick and choose the classes they want to attend.
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Falling Into Autumn Gardening Series

Join University of Illinois Extension as they hold various gardening related programs in a series being offered this fall.
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4-H Nature Explorers Spin Club

4-H "Nature Explorers" will provide participants with unique, hands-on experiences which will spark youth's excitement about nature, environmental stewardship, and citizen science.
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ESports 4-H Club

University of Illinois-Extension-Stephenson County 4-H is offering an Esports Club this fall. This club is open to all youth that are ages 8-18.
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Poison Hemlock

Poison hemlock is a toxic plant found commonly in roadsides, near railroads, ditches, pastures, and other open areas. Populations in Illinois seem to be on the rise. Learn the risks, how to identify it, and how to manage it.

Events

  1. Youth learn skills in the kitchen while celebrating National Pumpkin Month

  1. Wrapping up the Vegetable Garden | Autumn Joys of Gardening Series
    Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport (Stephenson County)

  1. Wee Naturalists | Autumn
    Krape Park, Freeport IL (Stephenson County)

  1. Grapevine Wreaths | Falling Into Autumn Gardening Series
    Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 Vine St. Elizabeth, IL 61028 (JoDaviess County)

  1. Falling Into the Autumn Vegetable Garden | Falling Into Autumn Gardening Series
    Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 Vine St. Elizabeth, IL 61028 (JoDaviess County)
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Programs We Offer
Digital Webinars and Trainings

Webinars continue to be offered throughout the state in many different topic areas. To check out the list of upcoming webinars.

 

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