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Upcoming Programs and Events

Wee Nats

Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and hike. The Program is led monthly at three different locations by University of Illinois Extension 4-H Youth Educator Kelly Lafferty.

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Certified Food Protection Management Course

This two-part class is an accredited American National Standards Institute (ANSI) course that meets the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Food Service Sanitation Code requirements.

For more information or to find the local offerings of this course, click here.

Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals Workshop

Join one of our Saturday fruit tree pruning workshops and 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 maintaining healthy, beautiful trees for years to come.

Events

Hort for the Holidays

November 22, 2025

County

Winnebago

Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals

November 22, 2025

County

Stephenson

Offices Closed

November 27, 2025 - November 28, 2025

Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library

December 2, 2025

County

JoDaviess

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News Releases

November 20, 2025

Certified Food Protection Manager Course Offered in Freeport
FREEPORT, Ill. — Dining out is a staple of American life, whether for special occasions or convenience. As more people eat meals prepared outside the home, ensuring food safety and quality is more important than ever.To help protect public health, the Food and Drug Administration (...

November 20, 2025

Healthy Holiday Habits: Stay Well, Feel Connected This Season
FREEPORT, ILL.--The holiday season can be a time of joy, celebration, and connection. Yet for many older adults, it may also bring feelings of loneliness, grief, or added stress. Being separated from loved ones or facing the season with limited support can make this time of year feel especially...

Close Up Of Senior Man Pruning Apple Tree In His Garden Sunny Spring Nature

November 11, 2025

Get the Most from Your Fruit Trees: Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
WINNEBAGO COUNTY- For orchardists, backyard growers, and novice fruit growers seeking to enhance yield, quality, and consistency, proper pruning is crucial. Proper pruning is the difference between a productive orchard and a disappointing harvest. Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Grant...

black background with white 4-H clover and a rainbow ring around the clover

November 6, 2025

Jo Daviess County 4-H Launches Exciting SPIN Clubs for Youth
Jo Daviess County 4-H is excited to announce three hands-on learning opportunities for youth through our Special Interest Clubs: Cloverbud SPIN Club, “Hop to It” Rabbit SPIN Club, and “Everything Art” SPIN Club. These clubs are designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and provide fun,...

November 5, 2025

Lafferty recognized at state and national levels for 4-H accomplishments
ATLANTA, Georgia -- University of Illinois Extension 4-H Youth Development Educator Kelly Lafferty was recognized recently for her outstanding work in the area of youth development by the Illinois Extension Professionals for Youth Education (IEPYE) and the National Association of Extension 4-H...

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