McHenry County 4-H International Night
International Night, note that it is open to the public: Explore an exciting new world adventure! 4-H clubs are invited to share with other 4-H groups and the public all they have learned about a…
State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl
Save the date!The 2026 Dairy Quiz Bowl will be held March 7, 2026 - more info to come!
Get ready to compete in an academic-like quiz bowl while demonstrating your knowledge of the dairy…
State 4-H Building a Better 4-H Poster Training
Big Ideas, Clear Displays! Building a Better 4-H Poster is happening March 18, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm via Zoom!
Ever wonder why some posters grab your attention right away? In this…
Gardenfest - ready, set, grow
Explore the latest gardening trends, techniques, and tools during this daylong series of seminars for gardeners of every skill level.
Held annually, Gardenfest is sponsored by McHenry County…
4-H Green Communities 2026
The Illinois 4-H Green Communities Tree Program, in partnership with the Lake County 4-H, Soil and Water Conservation District, and Round Lake Park District, is working to rebuild our native…
State 4-H Public Speaking Contest
Save the date!4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The Illinois State 4-H Public Presentation Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a…
State 4-H Cooking Competition
Save the date!To all of our young aspiring chefs get ready for a shared statewide experience in the kitchen! Be on the lookout for more information about the event soon, and while you wait - put…
Cake It ‘Til You Make It State 4-H Cake Decorating Competition
Save the date!In this high-energy, live cake decorating competition, youth will engage in a creative, hands-on experience that fosters artistic expression, builds confidence, and promotes life…
State 4-H Cooking Competition
Save the date!To all of our young aspiring chefs get ready for a shared statewide experience in the kitchen! Be on the lookout for more information about the event soon, and while you wait - put…
University of Illinois Lake County Extension Master Gardeners 2026 Plant Sale
Calling all gardeners: Save the date of Saturday, May 16, 2026, for the Lake County Extension Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale at the University of Illinois Extension. This year our plant…