Events

Understanding Credit

Money Basics Webinar Series 2024
Learn how credit reports can help you reach your financial goals

What is credit, and why is it so important to have good credit? Let’s discuss credit reports and credit scores together!

Addressing Ageism and Promoting Inclusivity

Thinking, Learning, Caring Webinar Series 2024
Tackles ageism and fosters inclusion

People in the third stage of life, usually age 55 or 60 and older, are often lumped together, suggesting similarities that may not be present. Generalizations…

Do’s and Don’ts for Managing Invasive Plants in the Spring

Everyday Environment Webinar Series
Invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts.

Non-native invasive plants can cause a lot of damage in backyards and wild spaces across Illinois and managing them is a year-long…

4-H State Horse Speaking Contest

Mark your calendars for the contest!

4-H Horse Speaking contests help youth gain self-confidence, courage and persuasiveness; share ideas with others; and develop the ability to speak in public…

State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest

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Demonstrate your knowledge of equine related subject matter in a competitive setting where attitudes of  friendliness and fairness prevail. The contest operates very similar to…

State 4-H Hippology Contest

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The primary objective of the Hippology Contest is to provide, in a friendly but competitive setting, an opportunity for youth enrolled in 4-H to demonstrate the breadth of their…

Wellness Wednesdays

8 Dimensions of Wellness
County: Monroe

Sessions will be led by Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Kris Juelfs, and will feature a nutrition-related topic each month. The April session will discuss 8…

Embracing AI: Assistance for Enhanced Living

Springtime Science Series 2024
Unlock the power of AI in daily living

Discover the potential of AI assistants in promoting independence and combating loneliness for older adults in their own homes, offering companionship, and…

Guiding Little Palates to Healthy Eating: A Healthy and Nutritious Diet for Babies and Toddlers

Nurturing Foundations Webinar Series 2024
Discover practical ways to develop nourishing eating habits

Babies and toddlers can be picky, but a nutritious diet impacts their health and development and can shape their eating habits for the…

Guiding Little Palates to Healthy Eating: A Healthy and Nutritious Diet for Babies and Toddlers

Nurturing Foundations Webinar Series 2024
Discover practical ways to develop nourishing eating habits

Babies and toddlers can be picky, but a nutritious diet impacts their health and development and can shape their eating habits for the…