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Upcoming Programs and Events

Spring Break Gardening - Spring Centerpieces

Have you ever wanted to try floral design using fresh-cut flowers? Participants will learn the basics of designing with cut flowers and will then make a fresh spring-themed flower arrangement to take home with them.
Other programs in the series include: Creative Container Gardens on April 30, Low Maintenance Landscaping on April 16, Trees in Your Landscape: Functions and Benefits on May 7, Tomatoes on May 14, and more to come.

Vision Matters: Steps to Lifelong Eye Health

In this program, participants will learn about common eye conditions, including cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. The program will also explore nutrition strategies that support eye health, practical tips to prevent digital eye strain, and everyday habits that may increase or decrease the risk of developing vision problems.

Farm Succession Planning Strategies and Resources for Illinois Farm Families

Succession planning is an important task that farm operators and their families should discuss regularly, but it is often overlooked or ignored. This presentation will discuss why succession planning is important, how to build a succession plan, and how to begin the conversation.

Events

Spring Centerpieces

April 2, 2026

County

JoDaviess

Wee Nats

April 4, 2026

County

Stephenson

Jo Daviess County 4-H Fun Day: Doing, Thinking, and Creating

April 6, 2026

County

JoDaviess

Conserving Your Land and Legacy

April 7, 2026

County

Stephenson

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News Releases

March 31, 2026

Spread the Sweetness: From Fruit to Finish
FREEPORT, Ill.-- Strawberry season is right around the corner, and there’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh-picked strawberries. These naturally sweet berries are packed with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, making them as nutritious as they are delicious. If you find...

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March 30, 2026

4-H Super Saturday Offers Hands-On Learning for All Youth
Youth from across the area are invited to take part in the 2026 Super Saturday, a fun and engaging half-day program designed to spark creativity, build skills, and introduce participants to a variety of 4-H project areas.The event will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 8:30 a.m...

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March 25, 2026

Creative Container Gardens
Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for a program on “Creative Container Gardens” on Thursday, April 30 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 N. Vine Street, Elizabeth, IL. This program is part of the Spring Break Gardening Series. Pre-...

March 24, 2026

Safe Home Canning: From Garden to Pantry
Freeport, Ill.--- Home food preservation remains a popular way to enjoy seasonal favorites year-round. Whether you are motivated by rising food costs, a desire to know exactly what’s in your food, or a desire to reduce your environmental impact, more people are turning to time-...

March 23, 2026

4-H Fun Day: Doing, Thinking, and Creating!
The 2026 Jo Daviess County 4-H Fun Day will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the Elizabeth Community Building, 402 West St., Elizabeth, IL. Sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension, this event will include hands-on learning...

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