University of Illinois Extension Event Cancellation Notice: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery Counties

The impact of the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) continues to create uncertainty and concern both globally and here in our community. Illinois Extension is in the process of activating strategies with campus to protect everyone’s health and safety.

This week, the University of Illinois announced a suspension on all in-person events and meetings in campus facilities to protect you and our entire community. Illinois Extension, as the outreach program of the university, aligns with all policies related to public health and safety.

Effective Friday, March 13, all university-sponsored events with more than 50 anticipated attendees are suspended indefinitely. At this time, the following events are impacted by the implementation of this new policy.

 

Confirmed event cancellations

  • 4-H Junior Master Gardener SP IN Club (Macoupin) (entire series will be cancelled)
  • March 20: 4-H Fridays: Homeschool Youth (Christian)
  • March 22: 4-H Archery Practice (Montgomery)
  • March 24 & March 31: All About Berries Series (Christian)
  • April 2: 4-H Sock Bunny Workshop (Macoupin)
  • April 3: 4-H Homeschool Voyagers (Montgomery)
  • April 5: 4-H Shooting Sports (Montgomery)
  • April 6 & 8: Certified Food Protection Managers Class & Exam (Montgomery)
  • April 16: 4-H Shopping In Style at Maurices (Macoupin)
  • April 17: 4-H Fridays: Homeschool Youth (Christian)
  • April 19: 4-H Robotics Team (Macoupin)
  • April 25: 4-H Robotics Team (Macoupin)
  • April 27: 4-H County Night (Macoupin County History Night)
  • April 28: HCE Spring Retreat (ALL COUNTIES)
  • April 29: 4-H Shooting Sports (Montgomery)
  • May 3: 4-H Robotics Team (Macoupin)
  • May 3: 4-H Outdoor Adventures/Survival SPIN Club (Macoupin)
  • May 6: Conservation and Safety Day (Montgomery)
  • May 7 & 8: Certified Food Protection Managers Class & Exam (Macoupin)
  • May 9: 4-H Day with the Cardinals

 

Events currently postponed, future status to be determined

  • March 22: 4-H Robotics Teams (Macoupin)
  • March 23: Quilting Class (Montgomery) 
  • March 24: 4-H Woodworking Workshop (Jersey) 
  • March 26: 4-H Public Speaking Contest (Macoupin)
  • March 28: 4-H Outdoor Adventures SPIN Club (Jersey)
  • March 28: 4-H Robotics Team (Macoupin)
  • March 30: Quilting Class (Montgomery) 
  • April 5: 4-H Outdoor Adventures/Survival SPIN Club (Macoupin)
  • April 6: 4-H Swine Weigh-In (Jersey)
  • April 13: 4-H St. Louis Career Trip (ALL COUNTIES)
  • April 15: Backyard Walk - Kehias Farm (Christian)
  • April 18: 4-H County Wide Community Service Day (Christian)
  • April 21: 4-H Public Speaking Contest (Montgomery)
  • April 22: 4-H Shooting Sports (Montgomery)
  • April 25: 4-H YQCA In-Person Training (Christian)
  • April 25: 4-H Outdoor Adventures SPIN Club (Jersey)
  • April 30: 4-H Public Speaking Contest (Christian)
  • April 30: Shooting Sports (Macoupin)
  • April 30: 4-H Recycled Art - Soda Can Flower Workshop (Macoupin)
  • May 1: 4-H Homeschool Voyagers (Montgomery) (might be a virtual format)
  • May 1 & 2: Montgomery County Master Gardener Plant Sale
  • May 2: Christian County Master Gardener Plant Sale
  • May 2: 4-H Sheep/Goat Weigh-In (Jersey)
  • May 4: 4-H Archery Kick-Off (Macoupin)
  • May 14: 4-H Shooting Sports (Macoupin)
  • May 23: Macoupin County Master Gardener Plant Sale
  • May 23: 4-H Outdoor Adventures SPIN Club (Jersey)
  • May 28: 4-H Shooting Sports (Macoupin)
  • May 28: 4-H Public Speaking Contest (Jersey)

*list subject to change daily*

 

For events that required registrations, ticket purchases, donations, refunds, and more, expect staff to reach out with communication about these concerns at a future date as we are currently in the planning stages. We appreciate the support and patience with our programs and the rescheduling of events to later dates.

Look for specific information about other cancellations and postponements on our website at https://extension.illinois.edu/cjmm. In some cases, in-person trainings are being replaced with webinars or online meetings, or with digital resources you can review at your convenience. If you have any questions about events, please contact our office at (217) 532-3941.

A collection of resources to assist families and community leaders preparing for and coping with COVID-19 is available online at www.go.illinois.edu/ExtensionCOVID19resources.

We are working to support all Illinois families at this time. We appreciate your support and understanding as we navigate this situation.