Lifelong Learning, Lifelong Impact.

Stay Connected, Stay Healthy: Join Us for “Honey and Health”
FREEPORT, ILL. Strong social connections are vital to healthy aging. One way to connect and build meaningful relationships is by participating in group activities that bring people together through shared interests, experiences, and goals. Group activities benefit everyone, especially older...

Youth Learn Safety and Fun at the 4-H Bike Rodeo in Pecatonica
On Saturday, June 28, the Winnebago Fairgrounds in Pecatonica buzzed with excitement as young cyclists ages 5 to 18 gathered for the 4-H Bike Rodeo—a hands-on event focused on bicycle safety, skills, and fun. The event was presented by University of Illinois Extension–Winnebago County in...

Bring Your Family to the Jo Daviess County 4-H Fair
The entries are in, the judges are ready, and excitement is building for the 2025 Jo Daviess County 4-H Fair! Taking place July 14–16 at the Elizabeth Community Fairgrounds, this year’s fair will showcase a wide variety of projects created by local 4-H members. Exhibits...

Getting Started with Cover Crops
Join University of Illinois Extension for a program on “Getting Started with Cover Crops”. This program is taking place from 8 to 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, August 5 at the Stockton Public Library, 140 W. Benton Avenue, Stockton, IL. Doors will open at 7:50 a.m. This program is being offered free of...

Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
FREEPORT, Ill. --- Do you currently have a position handling food, or are you looking for a job in the food industry? If so, consider becoming a Certified Food Protection Manager. The Illinois Department of Public Health requires retail food establishment managers to obtain an American National...