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Upcoming Programs and Events

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

During this two-day class, participants will learn about the principles and recommendations of the FDA Food Code focused on food safety and contamination, employee health and hygiene, safe food handling practices, cleaning and sanitizing, and HACCP.

2025 Illinois Forage Expo

Demonstrations, equipment, and education will be the features of the July 30, Illinois Forage Expo. The event will be co-hosted by the Don Brown Farm and the Eric Stiegler Farm and held at Eric Stiegler’s Farm, 9776 Il Route 75 E, Davis, Il, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Summer Learning Institute

To uphold the highest standards in school nutrition, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) requires all school nutrition professionals to complete annual training to meet USDA Professional Standards. University of Illinois Extension has partnered with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to offer professional development training for school nutrition professionals.

Events

Hook, Line, & Sinker!

July 8, 2025

County

JoDaviess

Made by Me: Youth Sewing Series

July 10, 2025 - August 7, 2025

County

Winnebago

Illinois Forage Expo

July 30, 2025

County

Stephenson

Getting Started with Cover Crops

August 5, 2025

County

JoDaviess

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News Releases

June 30, 2025

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...

Certified Food Protection Manager Training

June 26, 2025

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...

sky blue background, illustrated fish jumping out of water

June 18, 2025

Hook, Line, and Sinker! New Fishing Spin Club Launches for Youth in Elizabeth, IL
Elizabeth, IL – The University of Illinois Extension is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new Fishing Spin Club for youth entering grades 6 through 12. This engaging and educational program is designed to introduce young anglers to the fundamentals of fishing while encouraging outdoor...

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June 13, 2025

Round up the kids for a bicycle rodeo on June 28th
Winnebago County 4-H, The Bicycle Hub, and the Pecatonica Lions Club are partnering to offer local youth the chance to learn important information about bicycle maintenance, safety and riding skills at the annual Bicycle Rodeo, scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. The...

June 4, 2025

Stay Strong, Live Long: Learn How to Maintain Muscle Strength as You Age
Staying healthy and fit can be challenging at any age. However, did you realize it becomes even more critical as we age? This is because with age comes natural physiological changes, including muscle loss, which can affect mobility, independence, and overall health.Therefore, maintaining...

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