Lake and McHenry Counties
Local Food Purchasing Assistance
Announcements & Highlights
Don't miss this event!
Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm McHenry County College Event attendees can pick up native plant, vegetable, herb, and flower seeds (at no cost to them); attend seed-related demonstrations every half-hour (including how to save seeds, grow loofahs, and more); meet with various seed and supply vendors; and learn about garden resources. For those who already save seeds at home, there will also be a seed swap organized by McHenry County Plantings at 10 a.m.
Read more about building a culture of composting in greater Chicagoland
What's so important about compost? Food waste is a pressing environmental concern in Illinois. In Cook County — and in many counties around the state — it accounts for up to 37% of landfill material.
Great Opportunities at Extension
University of Illinois Extension is hiring!
We are excited to hire 3 individuals that enjoy working with people of all ages. Looking for the right person that is self motivated and organized. One position is for bi-lingual only. You must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma. This truly is a fun and challenging job for all levels of experience.
Lake County Garden Learning Series
February 12, 2025 - December 10, 2025 This year we have a fantastic variety of topics being presented by The University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Educators along with Educators and Ecologists from the Lake County Forest Preserve District and the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO).