Exploring New Frontiers: Uniting 4-H and Space as We Explore the Phenomena of a Solar Eclipse
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Are you prepared for the upcoming total solar eclipse? Solar eclipses are an amazing time to learn more about the sun, moon, earth, and the paths they take as they orbit around each other. Join us at Clovers in Space: Solar Eclipse Edition where you’ll get to...
Get Inspired to Cook Again with Extension’s Diabetes Clinic
EUREKA, Ill. – What's for dinner? The question is asked 365 times a year! It's easy to get stuck in a rut or lose inspiration, but sometimes just a few simple changes can get you back on track. Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to learn some quick and...
Mindfulness: Make Your Own Mindfulness Kit for Reducing Stress workshop
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Are you going through life on autopilot and feeling stressed out? All of us have challenges in our daily lives, but there are some strategies and activities that you can do to help live in the moment and experience a reduction of stress.
The University of Illinois...
Beyond horses: Cultivating life skills in objective reasoning, decision-making, public speaking
GALVA, Ill. — Youth from around the state demonstrated their specialized equine knowledge at the Illinois 4-H State Horse Judging Contest on Feb. 17 at the Black Hawk College East Campus.
In this contest, youth judge six classes of horses, at least two being halter classes and youth 14...
Teen leaders showcase leadership, speaking skills at State Capitol
Springfield, IL – Illinois 4-H teens put their leadership skills to the test as they communicated the value and impact of Illinois 4-H with state legislators as a part of 4-H Legislative Connection on Feb.7 and 8.
Legislative Connection provides Illinois 4-H teens a...