Events

Oak Trees

Northern Illinois Trees

2026 Garden Learning Series
County: Lake
The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series Programs are free and will be held…

two children standing in a pond looking beneath the water

Aquatic Macro-Invertebrate Ponding

at Avon Township
County: Lake
Discover the Unbelievable World of Aquatic Macro-Invertebrates!

 Join the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists for an exciting adventure into the world of aquatic macro-…

A girl with a magnifying glass looking at a grasshopper

Insects and Invertebrates

at Woodstock Public Library
County: McHenry

Join the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists and get ready to explore the tiny but amazing world of insects and other invertebrates!  Kids will discover cool characteristics…

A pair of silkie chickens

2026 Poultry Testing

for Lake and McHenry 4-H Youth
County: McHenry
This event is for Lake and McHenry 4-H Youth. Please register for the Poultry Pullorum-Typhoid Testing.Date: SUNDAY, JUNE 27Location: EXTENSION/FARM BUREAU PARKING LOT (OUTSIDE, BEHIND THE…

boy with two snakes

Reptiles and Amphibians

at Avon Township
County: Lake

Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of reptiles and amphibians. Come meet our LIVE SNAKE ambassadors and explore predator prey relationships…

A child's hands with a monarch butterfly

Insects and Invertebrates

at Avon Township
County: Lake

Join the University of Illinois Master Naturalists and get ready to explore the tiny but amazing world of insects and other invertebrates! Kids will discover cool characteristics and species…

A variety of herbs with cups of tea

Growing a Tea Garden

at the Waukegan Public Library
County: Lake

"But first, tea."

If you enjoy a nice cup of tea and have a flare for gardening, come learn what plants you can grow in our area to create or enhance your very own tea blends. We will focus…

A boy holding a large snake

Reptiles and Amphibians

at Woodstock Public Library
County: McHenry

Join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of reptiles and amphibians. Meet our LIVE SNAKE ambassadors and explore predator-prey relationships, animal…

A child with a magnifying glass looking at a fern in the forest

Cranberry Lake Trail Nature Hike

County: Lake

Join us for a hands-on, adventure-filled nature hike along the Cranberry Lake Trail at the Avon Township Center!

Together with the University of Illinois Master Naturalists,  we'll…

A winning dog is held in showing position.

2026 Illinois State 4-H Dog Show

Save the date!

The State 4-H Dog show is open to any 4-H member who has received a qualifying score at their local 4-H exhibition. Please contact your local Extension Office for local information…

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