4-H

Events

Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Pool Noodle Plane

May 13, 2026

County

Richland

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners

May 14, 2026

Embryology in the Classroom Program: Chick Adoption Day

May 15, 2026

County

Fulton

Mason

Peoria

Tazewell

4-H Bloom and Read Service Day

May 15, 2026

County

Washington

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Blog Posts

Workshops spark project participation for Peoria County 4-H Fair

April 16, 2026

The Peoria County 4-H Fair is always one of the biggest highlights of the year for local 4-H members. This past year, the fair looked a little...

Young woman piping frosting on a cupcake

4-H food decorating workshop sweetens skills for local youth

March 12, 2026

This winter, Fulton County 4-H offered an appetizing adventure for young...

Hard water fishing – by accident or grand design?

February 23, 2026

Winter’s cold snap brings a range of human reactions. For the select few who celebrate the chance to ice fish, these sub-freezing days are a welcome...

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4-H officer and leader training strives to grow stronger 4-H clubs through shared leadership

February 11, 2026

Positive youth development starts with providing a safe, welcoming environment. 4-H clubs led by caring volunteers are a key component of a...

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News Releases

May 12, 2026

New name, same high-impact learning: Illinois 4-H Dish Dash challenges youth to think on their feet in the kitchen
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois youth put their culinary creativity and teamwork to the test during the newly renamed Illinois 4-H Dish Dash, held May 7 at Bevier Hall on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. The event had had 20 teams compete across two different sessions, with a total of...

young boy with dark hair and a blue and white plaid shirt cuts up vegetables on a kitchen counter

May 11, 2026

4-H Cooking 101 to Build Kitchen Skills and Confidence in Youth
Designed for young people new to cooking and baking, 4-H Cooking 101 offers an engaging introduction to essential kitchen skills in a fun, supportive environment. The program helps youth develop confidence while learning the basics of food preparation, kitchen safety, and nutrition.The...

person using their phone to take photos of black and white dairy calves

May 11, 2026

Bond County 4-H Announces Summer Youth Workshops in Photography and Cooking
Youth across the county are invited to build new skills and gain hands-on experience through two exciting upcoming 4-H educational programs: a Livestock Photography Workshop and 4-H Cooking 101 class.The Livestock Photography Workshop will be led by Maggie Goodson of MJ Imaging. This...

May 8, 2026

4-H Fair Public Speaking Presentations winners
OREGON, Ill.— This year’s 4-H Public Presentations Contest was held Saturday, February 28, at the Oregon Church of God. Thank you to Julie Merdian for sponsoring the Public Presentations award.Top of Class Formal Speech –Beginner (aged 8-13) ........................................

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Videos

We are 'Beyond Ready' this 4-H week

4-H members are 'Beyond Ready' for life today

Illinois 4-H empowers youth to be 'Beyond Ready' for life today. Through hands-on learning, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences, 4-H members sit in the driver's seat to find their spark and explore their interests. Whether it...

Winter Ice Safety

How can you know that ice is safe to walk on? Is old ice safer than new ice? Curt Sinclair, 4-H youth development Extension specialist, walks you through how to stay safe on the ice this winter, covering everything you need to know for winter ice safety including how to make homemade ice picks...