2026 Illinois Invasive Species Symposium
Explore the latest invasive species research updates, learn about management options, celebrate success stories, network with colleagues, and ask questions at…
Successful Vegetable Gardening with the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners
Looking to start or enhance a vegetable garden? Join Lake County Master Gardeners for this presentation, where we will cover all the basics, including planning the garden (site selection,…
Share Your SNAP Story
SNAP rules have recently changed, and residents are invited to learn more and share how these updates are impacting their households. University of Illinois Extension, in partnership with the…
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Summer Clovers 4-H Club
Do your kids need something positive, fun, and engaging this summer? 4-H staff, McHenry County Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom teachers, and 4-H Ambassadors are offering a summer 4-H club…
New Date: State 4-H Fashion Revue
Registration is re-open!4-H youth will showcase their skills in clothing construction, fashion design, and personal presentation in two competition levels: Junior (ages 8-13) and Senior (ages 14-…
Become a Dementia Friend
More than 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and many more live with other forms of…
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Introduction to Invasive Species Management
From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…
Northern Illinois Trees
Gardening in Comfort
Join us for this in-person event at the University of Illinois Extension Lake County Office!
Gardening in Comfort involves using adaptive tools, equipment, and techniques to best fit the needs…
Aquatic Macro-Invertebrate Ponding
Join the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists for an exciting adventure into the world of aquatic macro-…