Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals
Freeport, Ill--Join us for the Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals workshop to discover the essential skills that separate thriving orchards from struggling trees. This class will teach you the science and artistry behind proper pruning, empowering you to maximize your harvest while...
Last Chance to Register: Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
ROCKFORD, Ill. Whether dining out for a special occasion or grabbing a quick meal on the go, people expect food that is not only high-quality but also safe. This expectation often guides where and what they choose to eat. In response, restaurants are responsible for upholding strict food safety...
Understanding Inflammation and the Power of Social Connection
FREEPORT, Ill. --Inflammation is the body’s natural response to physical and psychological stress. While it plays an important role in healing, chronic inflammation can contribute to a wide range of health conditions. In fact, chronic inflammation plays a role in many serious health conditions,...
Spotting the Invaders: Fall Workshop on Managing Woody Invasive Plants
WINNEBAGO COUNTY- Autumn brings us many gifts: cooler weather, fall traditions, changing leaves, and the perfect opportunity to manage invasives. As leaves fall and many plants go dormant, woody invasives stand out as still green and growing, making them stick out like a sore thumb. When we can...
Enrollment in 4-H Open
4-H members had a busy and rewarding summer exhibiting their projects in local 4-H shows. Congratulations to all participants for their hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm!Illinois 4-H empowers youth to become the leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, stewards, and builders our state...
Grow Your Apple Growing Skills
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, IL- Calling all apple lovers, seasoned backyard growers, and first-time planters! Looking to spruce up your apple knowledge this Fall? Join us for an engaging exploration of apple growing in Northern Illinois with Local Foods Systems and Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty....
Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
ROCKFORD, Ill. Do you work with food or hope to begin a career in the food industry? University of Illinois Extension is offering an opportunity to earn the nationally recognized Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) credential this October.The Illinois Department of Public Health...
Creating with Willow Branches
Join University of Illinois Extension Jo Daviess County Master Gardener Volunteer Laurie Gothard-Zueger for this fun, hands on program. The program will take place on Thursday, October 23 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N. Vine Street, Elizabeth. There is a $20 fee to...
Succulent Dish Garden Workshop: Design, Create, Cultivate
Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for this fun make and take program on succulents. This workshop is being held on Thursday, October 16 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N. Vine Street, Elizabeth, IL. There is a $30 fee and pre-...
Wee Nats Program Returns for Young Nature Explorers
Families in Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties are invited to join Wee Nats, a free monthly environmental education program designed for children ages 4–7 and their caregivers. Sessions will be held each month, October through May, in each respective county.Each month, Wee...
Jo Daviess County 4-H Hosts Information Night for Families Interested in Youth Programming
Elizabeth, Ill. – Illinois 4-H, the flagship youth development program of University of Illinois Extension, will host a 4-H Information Night on Sunday, September 28, at 4 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, located at 204 Vine Street, Elizabeth, IL.This event is designed...
Dorothy Wire Honored with 2025 Illinois 4-H Salute to Excellence Volunteer Award
Stephenson County 4-H is proud to announce that Dorothy Wire has been selected as one of only two individuals in the state to receive the prestigious 2025 Illinois 4-H Salute to Excellence Volunteer Award. This honor is the highest recognition given to Illinois 4-H volunteers, celebrating those...
Rita Koch Inducted into 2025 Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame
Stephenson County 4-H proudly announces that Rita Koch has been inducted into the 2025 Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame, recognizing her 25 years of exemplary service and dedication to the poultry program and local youth.The Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame honors volunteers who demonstrate outstanding...
Invasive Species Fall Edition
Join University of Illinois Extension Natural Resource, Environment and Energy Educator Jay Solomon for an Invasive Species Fall Edition program. The program will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7 at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N. Vine Street, Elizabeth, IL. There is no...
Growing Great Apples
Join University of Illinois Extension Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty for this program focused on apple production. “Growing Great Apples” will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 4 at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N. Vine Street, Elizabeth...
Mastering the Slow Cooker: A Delicious Way to Cook
Brush up on your slow cooker skills at Mastering the Slow Cooker, a program held at the Stephenson County Senior Resource Center, 206 E Stephenson St, Freeport, IL, on Friday, October 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator,...
Illinois 4-H Honors Jo Daviess County Volunteers
Illinois 4-H proudly honors exceptional alumni, volunteers, and former staff members who have made a lasting impact on their communities and the 4-H program. During the 2025 Illinois State Fair, two outstanding individuals from Jo Daviess County were recognized for their...
Successfully Managing Your Yard Waste with Compost
Join University of Illinois Extension Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator Jay Solomon on Tuesday, September 16 at either 1:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. for this program on how to manage your yard waste effectively. This program is being held at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N...
Stay Strong, Stay Connected: Learn How to Maintain Muscle Strength as You Age
Did you know that proper nutrition and regular physical activity can slow the rate of muscle loss and support bone health, metabolism, and blood sugar control? To learn more, join University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Diane Reinhold, at the Stephenson County Senior...
