Culinary Herbs 101
Herbs and spices are a simple way to add flavor while supporting healthy eating. Whether you grow them in your garden or purchase them locally, herbs can transform everyday meals with vibrant…
Yes, You Can: Water Bath and Pressure Canning Basics
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Preserving Practice: Pressure Canning Green Beans
Green beans are a summer favorite for many home gardeners. With their ease of cultivation, high yields, and versatility, they are among the most commonly grown vegetables in home gardens. If you…
On a Budget: Smart Snacking
Please join Tashara Grandys, Food and Health Systems Educator - Illinois Extension, to talk about our favorite snacks and how to be smart with snacking. Explore how to build balanced, satisfying…
If You Plant It, They Will Come
Join University of Illinois Extension, Jo Daviess County Master Gardener, Madelynn Wilharm for this program to celebrate National Pollinator Week on Wednesday, June 24 at 10 a.m. This program is…
Youth Bicycle Safety Day
Join us for a Youth Bicycle Safety Day on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds, Building 4, 500 W. 1st Street, Pecatonica. Participants will…
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Protein, Physical Activity, and Aging: What You Need to Know
Staying healthy and fit can be challenging at any age, but maintaining strength becomes even more important as we grow older. Aging brings many natural physiological changes, including a gradual…
Osteoporosis 101
Over 54 million Americans have low bone density or osteoporosis, placing them at increased risk for bone fractures. Post-menopausal women face a higher risk of osteoporosis-related fractures, but…