Events
Community and School Gardens Course Offering
This introduction session to the…
Soft Landings at The Dunn Museum
Soft Landings are landscaped areas beneath native trees designed to support beneficial insects throughout their life cycles. Join us at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville to learn how to create a…
Gardeners' BIG Day 2026
McLean County Seed Swap
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2026 Rain Garden Rumble
It's a native plant playoff!Get to know 28 of the native plants found in the Red Oak Rain Garden by building a bracket, submitting it, and voting for…
Junior Master Naturalist Program at Woodstock Library
Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of mammals. Explore local McHenry County predator prey relationships, animal adaptations, ecology, and…
Pet-Friendly Landscaping
If you’re both an animal lover and a plant enthusiast, this presentation is designed with you in mind. Join us as we explore how everyday gardening practices can support the pets who share your…
Jumping Worms: Understanding and Managing a New Invader in Our Soils
A new soil invader is reshaping ecosystems across the Midwest, and communities in Illinois are beginning to feel the impact. Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) (a rapidly spreading group of invasive…
Compost! Feed the Soil That Feeds Us
Learn about the wonders of compost! Merleanne Rampale from SWALCO, a long-time gardener and composter herself, will share information on the various types of composting, share some fun facts on…
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…