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Events (77)

4-H Master Brick Builders Workshop Series | DeWitt County

Mon, 11/28/2022 - 12:00

Farmer City Public Library

Navy Background with Legos

4-H Cooking Club | Macon County

Mon, 11/28/2022 - 12:00

Friend's Creek Community Building

Green beans, corn, apples, gourds, pumpkin, turkey, leaves, pie, cranberry sauce, and pine cones with text "4H Cooking Club"

Unit-Wide 4-H Club Officer Training

Tue, 11/29/2022 - 12:00

4-H Clubhouse, 507 Locust Street, Marshall, IL

December, I MADE That: Winter Wellness and Holiday Treats

Tue, 11/29/2022 - 12:00

Youth Mental Health Training for Adults

Wed, 11/30/2022 - 12:00 - Wed, 12/07/2022 - 12:00

Online

4-H Officer Training | DeWitt County

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 12:00

DeWitt County Extension Office

Navy background with podium and flags

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Wabash County 4-H Christmas Workshop

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 12:00

Anderson Building

Wee Naturalists | Senses

Sat, 12/03/2022 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension

Decatur Public Library Chess Club | Macon County

Sat, 12/03/2022 - 12:00

Decatur Public Library

Yellow and navy background with black and white chess pieces

Holiday Workshop (Yorkville)

Sat, 12/03/2022 - 12:00

Kendall County Extension Office

paper snowflakes in pastel colors

Healthy Desserts with 4-H

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Sat, 12/03/2022 - 12:00

DuPage County Extension Office

closeup of young chef rolling out dough

4-H Holiday in a Bag (Grab-n-Go activity)

Mon, 12/05/2022 - 12:00

Youth Mental Health Training for Adults

Mon, 12/05/2022 - 12:00

Online

Teacher Tuesdays - Digital Literacy

Tue, 12/06/2022 - 12:00

St. Philomena School

Farmer City Public Library 4-H STEM Mania | DeWitt County

Tue, 12/06/2022 - 12:00

Farmer City Public Library

Colorful background with geometric designs

Vespasian Warner Public Library 4-H STEM Mania | DeWitt County

Wed, 12/07/2022 - 12:00

Vespasian Warner Public Library

Equations in the background

Turn Your Thoughts into Your Superpower: Everybody's Awesome

Sat, 12/10/2022 - 12:00

DuPage County Extension Office

young children dressed as superheroes

Explore Cloverbuds Workshop

Sat, 12/10/2022 - 12:00

Kane County Extension Office

group of children in 4-H gear hugging outside

4-H Holiday Workshop | LaSalle County

Sat, 12/10/2022 - 12:00

LaSalle County Extension Office

holiday scene with tree and santa

4-H Make-and-Take: Evergreen decorative holiday planters

Sat, 12/10/2022 - 12:00

Kane County Extension Office

decorative element

Explore Cloverbuds Workshop

Sat, 12/10/2022 - 12:00

Kane County Extension Office

cut fruit laid in the shape of a rainbow

4-H Chess Tournament | DeWitt, Macon, & Piatt

Sat, 12/10/2022 - 12:00

Macon County Extension Office

Chessboard background with chess piece, including text "4H Chess Tournament"

Holly Jolly Crafting Party with 4-H | Macon County

Sun, 12/11/2022 - 12:00

Macon County Extension Office

Pine trees and snow background with text "Holly Jolly Crafting Party with 4H"

4-H Crafting Club | Macon County

Mon, 12/12/2022 - 12:00

Friend's Creek Community Building

Pedestal with crafting items including a gingerbread man, chalk, candy canes, and pine cones. Including text "4H Crafting Club"

4-H International Ornaments Workshop

Tue, 12/13/2022 - 12:00

Farmer City Public Library

Navy Background with international symbols

Lawrence County Spark at the Library- Straw Marble Run

Wed, 12/14/2022 - 12:00

Lawrence County Public Library

Spark at the Library- Straw Marble Run

Thu, 12/15/2022 - 12:00

Olney Public Library

Lawrence County Holiday Workshop

Sat, 12/17/2022 - 12:00

Bridgeport First United Methodist Church

Decatur Public Library Chess Club | Macon County

Sat, 12/17/2022 - 12:00

Decatur Public Library

Yellow and navy background with black and white chess pieces

Edwards County Holiday Make & Take Workshop

Tue, 12/20/2022 - 12:00

Edwards County Extension Office

Christmas Ornament Workshop

Wed, 12/21/2022 - 12:00

Richland County Extension Office

4-H Holiday Baking Fun | Macon County

Wed, 12/21/2022 - 12:00

Friend's Creek Community Building

Navy background with a mixer, gingerbread men, a whisk, and an oven mitt. Including text "4 H Holiday Baking Fun".

For the Birds | Big & Small Gardening with Lee County Master Gardeners

Tue, 01/03/2023 - 12:00

Winfred Knox Memorial Library, Franklin Grove

gardening activities with kids and adults

4-H Project Try It Day

Thu, 01/05/2023 - 12:00

Kane County Fairgrounds

adult woman and two kids in aprons with art supplies and paints in front of them

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 01/05/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Pasta Bridge: 2-Part 4-H Workshop

see below

Fri, 01/06/2023 - 12:00

Kendall County Extension Office

close up of bridge sketches and bridge models made of linguine pasta

4-H Teen Teacher Training Full Day Session - McLean County

Sat, 01/07/2023 - 12:00

Unity Community Center

Wee Naturalists | Hibernation

Sat, 01/07/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension

4-H Teen Teacher Training Half Day Sessions - McLean County

Sat, 01/07/2023 - 12:00 - Sat, 01/14/2023 - 12:00

Unity Community Center

Teacher Tuesdays - Health Career Pathways

Tue, 01/10/2023 - 12:00

Jump Simulation

Lawrence County Spark at the Library- Walking Paper Horses

Wed, 01/11/2023 - 12:00

Lawrence County Public Library

Youth Mental Health Training for Adults

Wed, 01/11/2023 - 12:00

Online

Fly to the Sky

Wed, 01/11/2023 - 12:00 - Wed, 03/15/2023 - 12:00

Richland County Extension Office

Turn Your Thoughts into Your Superpower: Fun with Focus

Sat, 01/14/2023 - 12:00

DuPage County Extension Office

young children dressed as superheroes

Stephenson County 4-H Livestock Judging Club

Sun, 01/15/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County

4-H Master Brick Builders Workshop Series | DeWitt County

Mon, 01/16/2023 - 12:00

Farmer City Public Library

blue background with cooking utensils

Treasures From Trash Workshop | Bureau County

Tue, 01/17/2023 - 12:00

Bureau County Extension Office

cutting paper

Spark at the Library- Walking Paper Horses

Wed, 01/18/2023 - 12:00

Olney Public Library

Stephenson County 4-H Robotics Club

Thu, 01/19/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County

4-H Master Brick Builders Workshop Series | DeWitt County

Mon, 01/23/2023 - 12:00

Farmer City Public Library

Navy Background with Legos

Cloverbud Arts N Crafts Workshop | Bureau County

Tue, 01/24/2023 - 12:00

Bureau County Extension Office

art

Youth Wellness Workshop

Tue, 01/31/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension, Peoria Branch Office

Vespasian Warner Public Library 4-H STEM Mania | DeWitt County

Wed, 02/01/2023 - 12:00

Vespasian Warner Public Library

Equations in the background

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 02/02/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Wee Naturalists | Groundhogs

Sat, 02/04/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension

Lawrence County Spark at the Library- Paper Hearts

Wed, 02/08/2023 - 12:00

Lawrence County Public Library

Turn Your Thoughts into Your Superpower: Surfing the Emotion Ocean

Sat, 02/11/2023 - 12:00

DuPage County Extension Office

young children dressed as superheroes

Spark at the Library- Paper Hearts

Wed, 02/15/2023 - 12:00

Olney Public Library

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 03/02/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Wee Naturalists | Signs of Spring

Sat, 03/04/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension

Vegetable Wars | Big & Small Gardening with Lee County Master Gardeners

Tue, 03/07/2023 - 12:00

Winfred Knox Memorial Library, Franklin Grove

gardening activities with kids and adults

Teacher Tuesdays - STEM Career Exploration and Community Engagement Panel

Tue, 03/07/2023 - 12:00

Bradley University

Lawrence County Spark at the Library- Pool Noodle Plane

Wed, 03/08/2023 - 12:00

Lawrence County Public Library

Spark at the Library- Pool Noodle Plane

Wed, 03/15/2023 - 12:00

Olney Public Library

Wee Naturalists | April Showers

Sat, 04/01/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 04/06/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Lawrence County Spark at the Library- Magic Swimming Fish

Wed, 04/12/2023 - 12:00

Lawrence County Public Library

Spark at the Library- Magic Swimming Fish

Wed, 04/19/2023 - 12:00

Olney Public Library

Vespasian Warner Public Library 4-H STEM Mania | DeWitt County

Wed, 04/26/2023 - 12:00

Vespasian Warner Public Library

Equations in the background

Wee Naturalists | Insects

Sat, 05/06/2023 - 12:00

University of Illinois Extension

Vespasian Warner Public Library 4-H STEM Mania | DeWitt County

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 12:00

Vespasian Warner Public Library

Equations in the background

Lawrence County Spark at the Library- Anemometer

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 12:00

Lawrence County Public Library

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 05/11/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 05/11/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Spark at the Library- Anemometer

Wed, 05/17/2023 - 12:00

Olney Public Library

Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

Thu, 06/01/2023 - 12:00

Kickapoo Township Hall

Blog Posts (104)

Create a family recipe collection

stack of recipe cards

Helping kids make career connections

two adults working with a child on a computer

New 4-H Adventures in Nature challenged youth and adults to reap the benefits of spending more time outdoors

man looking in microscope

A grateful November family activity

two pairs of holding hands over a dinner table full of food

A colorful experiment with Halloween candy

skittles candy on a bright yellow background

Families that play together stay together

Plant Bingo info graphic

4 tips to help kids observe the night sky

silohette of people looking at the star

Take a moment of mindfulness with progressive muscle relaxation

peaceful looking photo of body of water and sunset

September 13 is Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day

little girl showing the camera a potato masher

3 tips for talking to your child about historical events

iconic image of New York City with blue lights streaming up into sky

How to help your grieving child

a woman holding a crying boy

3 tips to help your kids prepare for fair

youth showing a diary cow at the fair

Discover the greatness of the great outdoors

photo collage of people outdoors

3 simple ways to celebrate the end of the school year and the start of summer

sunset illustration

New oak savannah planted at Sommer Farm in Peoria

dad and daughter planting an oak tree

Deep breathing for mental health

photo of the palm of a hand with fingers spread

Giving back can be as simple as helping your neighbor

Woman helping an eldery woman

2-minute tips for self-care in spring

woman drinking water out in the sunshine

The perfect Mother’s Day gift – meaningful conversations with mom

mom and teenage son sitting on couch talking

Tips for celebrating holidays respectfully

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Designing a garden for kids? Give it a theme!

Colored gloves on a fence and children's hands in mud

3 tips to help you organize your home this spring

little girl cleaning up clutter

5 resources to help you get back to nature this spring

A womand and man lifing up a child by their arms as they walk in the woods

Planning your backyard garden together can create a lasting love of nature

hands digging in a pot of dirt

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with family-friendly activities

photo of a shamrock

Talking to your children about war and difficult topics

an adult woman and adult man talking to a young girl

Fight winter woes with indoor activity

a family being active in their living room with mops and brooms

Focus on friendship

bulletin board with photos of friends taped to it

3 ways to show you care this Valentine’s Day

an elderly man and a young girl holding a cutout heart around their face

Dive deeper into Black History Month with family activities

red, orange, green stipes with words over black rectangle: Celebrat Black History

3 mindfulness techniques to help you reset

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5 fun activities to keep kids busy this winter

family sitting at a table taking a selfie

Habits for a healthier, happier family in the new year

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3 ways to reduce stress this holiday season

girl looking stressed holding wrapped gifts

How to introduce kids to the joys of cooking, baking this holiday season

Easy DIY gifts this holiday season

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Practice gratitude on Thanksgiving (and the rest of the year, too)

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Help families have easier access to food this holiday season

happy holidays info graphic

Local survey results demonstrate positive aspects of youth and adult relationships in 4-H

A senior citizen with a child in a garden

3 Ideas to help reduce stress for busy families

man, child, and woman sitting on couch holding head in their hands looking stressed

Keeping butterfly and moth pupae over the winter

Try these spooky STEM activities with your little goblins

line of pumpkins with words Spooky STEM activities

Conversation starters to learn more about your friends and family

adult man and young boy sitting by campfire

3 things to teach your kids about digital citizenship

Digital Citizenship Week info graphic

Illinois 4-H wants alums to know: you can always come home to 4-H

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Make fall garden clean-up fun for the kids!

It’s fall, y’all – Time to create a fall family fun list

It's Fall Y'all! info graphic

Youth Mental Health First Aid can help you reach out to youth in crisis

Ask Listen Encourage icons

5 Ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

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Engagement in nature helps youth academically

little boy sitting outside looking through binaculars

Prepare to protect the people you love

disaster collage

Encourage volunteering in your family

a family picking up trash in the park

6 questions to ask your children as they head back to school

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10 ways to savor the last specks of summer

summer infographic

Back to school, back to bullying?

Hallway with blue lockers, one locker is open. Text reads: bullying or peer conflict? R.I.P. as a tool for families

I Scream! You Scream! We All Scream for…

ice cream collage

3 ways to be more mindful this summer

field of poppies

Lessons learned at Farm Safety Day left a lasting impression

child trying on fireman's gear

4-H Spark Camp provided interactive, skill-building activities virtually

girl holding ribbon wreath

Ideas how to observe Juneteenth with your family

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5 ways to celebrate Memorial Day with your family

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Using mindful movement for stress reduction

person sitting on mat overlooking a lake

Make the most of summer break with a family garden

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3 things to take time to do as you graduate

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4 ways to celebrate Moms

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3 ways to spread kindness this May Day

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New questions to get your kids talking

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Poetry can be a wonderful a way to express your feelings

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5 reasons to celebrate your pet

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Joy Project promotes mental, emotional, and social health

Joy Project text on sunset with tree on horizon

3 ways to encourage laughter in your family

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Service to others leads to success

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Five new prompts to help inspire family conversations

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Learn and practice box breathing technique

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Celebrate Women’s History Month

Celebreat Women's History Month

Make your own snow day

Snow day info graphic

Valentine's Day Activity - Interview Your Grandparents

Grandparents interview questions info graphic

Help children be mindful of others with Relationship Fingers

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Celebrate and learn more during Black History Month

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4-H skating party lessons to live by

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5 types of journals to try for yourself

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Outdoor Winter Activities

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Conversation Starters for a New Year

Connection Corner Kits Available

Family Connection Kits

New Year's resolutions

success in the new year

Cooking with your kids

mom and child baking together

Hot chocolate breathing

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Holiday activities with your family

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Homemade gifts

Social-emotional learning and your child

SEL social emotional learning tips for parents

Project Profile: Kids and Nature

Kids walking on log over shallow creek in local park

Impulse control and your child

Two young girls hugging and laughing

My perspective: A member's story on virtual 4-H

Kids in the Garden: Grow & Explore this Fall

wheatgrass growing in a cup

4-H provides hope, food to Southern Illinois

photo of 4H members

Turn Wednesdays into Mondays

Message from Illinois 4-H

Just Follow That Stick

Just Follow That Stick

Message from Illinois 4-H

Turn Wednesdays into Mondays

Find a Healthy Balance with Technology and Your Children

Summer Employment: Saving with Your Youth

How will you spend September?

News Releases (318)

Support youth mental health with first aid workshop

Bond County 4-H members honored for their project achievements

New 4-H Adventures in Nature challenged youth and adults to reap the benefits of spending more time outdoors

Could 4-H shooting sports be the right fit for your child?

4-H members and volunteers honored at Fall Celebration Event

Fulton County 4-H Week observed

4-H members kickstart leadership journeys

Youth program eager to accept members and volunteers

Western Illinois strengthens youth development, career readiness with new 4-H Educator

4G STEM Camp provides opportunities for youth to see STEM careers in action

U of I Extension honors volunteers and members

Harvest is stressful: 4-H, Kendall-Grundy Farm Bureau says Support-a-Farmer

4-H member's work on invasive pests wins National Youth in Action Award

Marshall-Putnam 4-H offering Public Speaking Made Easy Workshop

4-H loom weaving workshop offered for Cloverbud youth

4-H invites community to fall open house events

Tri-County volunteers inducted into Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame

Local youth program offers a place where kids can belong, lead, learn

Naturalist Program Offered for Youth

4-H fosters the sense of belonging necessary for wellbeing

Bureau Bulldogs 4-H club kicks off new year

PCHS ag teacher partners with Illinois Extension for free resources

Home and Community Education helps youth get creative with finger knitting workshop

Edgar County 4-H invites families to fall festival during National 4-H Week

Lee County Master Gardeners Start Gardening Series at Winfred Knox Memorial Library in Franklin Grove

Central Illinois Unity Community Center cultivates healthy youth with new 4-H Educator

Bureau County 4-Hers see success at state livestock shows

Youth learn skills in the kitchen while celebrating National Pumpkin Month

A scary good time set for 4-H Cloverbuds

Extension finds common ground, connects public with agriculture

Bureau County 4-Hers receive honors at Illinois State Fair

4-H Ambassadors Inducted at Marshall-Putnam 4-H Show

Bureau County 4-Hers see success at state horse show

Everyone’s going where? To the Carroll County 4-H Fair!

4-H art club kicking off in September

4-H enrollment fee waived for youth in Livingston, McLean, and Woodford County clubs

4-H Archery helps youth focus and hit their mark while building life skills

Lafferty Joins Extension, Focusing on Local Youth in Educator Role

New 4-H specialist strengthens Extension commitment to youth education in Central Illinois

4-H Pollinator Celebration set at Hall High School

Crawford County 4-H'ers prepping for the summer show

Cracking the code on crime scene investigation

Farm Safety Day leaves lasting impression on youth and adults

Fulton County graduates receive 4-H scholarships

Dedicated volunteers inducted into the Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame

Area youths awarded scholarships from Macon County 4-H and Extension Foundation

Wizarding world of 4-H school coming soon

Our Hands for Larger Service. –Stephenson County Youth Give Back

New oak savannah planted at Sommer Farm in Peoria

Teens make a difference in 4-H Teen Teacher program

Local youth invited to attend the “Wizarding World of 4-H” event

Bass Fishing SPIN Club offered by University of Illinois Extension 4-H and Youth Development

4-H Library Programs in Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall and Putnam Counties

Exploration Week For Carroll County 4-H

4-H food science fun coming to a library near you

Farm Safety Day registration is open to all area youth

Kendall County 4-H announces youth creativity classes for June

Youth meet and learn about miniature donkeys at fun 4-H event

Leadership and project excellence recognized by DeWitt County 4-H Foundation

Youth get comfortable in the kitchen with free baking workshops

Wizarding world of 4-H school coming soon

Northern Illinois 4-H Summer Day Camp – Change Your Child’s Life!

Babysitting Clinic Planned

Extension Brings STEM Activities to the Pearl City Middle School

Keep youth busy this summer

Mental health in the mainstream; teens can help themselves and others

Girls inspired at 4G STEM Camp

4-H helps young people develop goal setting skills

Local youth win big at robotics competition

2022 Illinois 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest February 26, 2022 – Bloomington, IL

Kids Experienced Hands on Learning at Stephenson County 4-H Super Saturday

Fulton 4-H members participate in public speaking

The NRA Foundation awards $3,200 to the Fulton 4-H Shooting Sports program

State 4-H award ceremony recognizes three Macon County youth

FIRST LEGO League 4-H robotics team receives highest award

Earth Day Activities with 4-H

Tap into your inner detective with 4-H

Carroll/Whiteside 4-H Youth advance to State Horse Contest

Come Explore Cloverbuds with Bureau County 4-H

Test field scouting skills with high school Crop Scouting Competition

Carroll - Lee - Whiteside 4-H Public Speaking Contest

2022 Northern Illinois 4-H Summer Day Camp – Change Your Child’s Life!

Meet local law enforcement and firefighters at free family fun day

Hands-on Fun Awaits Kids at 4-H Super Saturday

4-H invests in leadership opportunities with new youth development educator in Southern Illinois

Strive to Thrive series will teach youth fundamentals to help them flourish

Bureau County 4-H first aid in action workshop offered

Youth to learn about safety and make project at woodworking workshop

Make your own herb garden at free 4-H event

Arts & Crafts with 4-H After School

Freeport Teen Travels to National 4-H Congres

Experience the world of robotics with free 4-H event

4-H offers new nature-based family activities

Spring into quick breads

4-H to host family fun activity at Allerton Park's A Shamrockin' GLOW

New Member Project Workshop in Bureau County

Fulton County 4-H offers college scholarships

4-H teaches budding scientists about cover crops

Whiteside County 4-H to offer Scrapbooking Club

Educators learn about mentoring in the classroom at Teacher Tuesdays

Hands-on Fun Awaits Kids at Winnebago County 4-H Project Workshop Day

The Tallest Snowman Challenge- After School Program

New 4-H specialist strengthens Southern Illinois youth STEM education initiative

Lockhart's Barber College and 4-H team up for career exploration program

University of Illinois Extension Welcomes New Ag in the Classroom Staff!

New 4-H educator passionate about helping southcentral Illinois youth build life skills

Tissue paper art offered to 4-H Cloverbud youth

University of Illinois Extension Welcomes New 4-H Staff!

Put It Up! Jams & Jellies

Show your heart some love this February!

Bureau County 4-H welcomes new club, Bureau Bulldogs

Snap Click *Flash-4-H Photography SPIN Club | Carroll-Lee-Whiteside 4-H

Creative Writing Special Interest Club | Carroll-Lee-Whiteside 4-H

Teaching strategies of a 4-H Shooting Sports volunteer: goal setting, skill instruction, encouragement, and fun

Cook County 4-H expands metro youth outreach with two new leaders

Local Extension Office Honored at State Convention

4-H Dairy SPIN Club offers a unique opportunity for youth to gain life skills and learn more about agriculture

4-H members learn all the right moves at youth leadership conference

Ribbon cutting celebrates the opening of new 4-H Clubhouse

Whip up creative fun in the kitchen with virtual food challenge

4-H shooting sports contest brings fun, camaraderie, teamwork to the range for youth in Fulton, Mason and Peoria counties

We Want You to Join 4-H!

New 4-H educator ready to build positive experiences for youth in south-central Illinois

Teacher Tuesdays offers virtual STEAM resource fair for educators

Illinois youth program offers a place where kids can belong, lead, learn

Illinois teen wins national 4-H award for local, global STEM education activism

This Autumn, Fill Your Heart with Gratitude and Your Home with the Scent of Holiday Spices

4-H Nature Explorers Set to Begin in October

Illinois Extension team kicks off new 4-H year in DuPage, Kane, and Kendall counties

Explore 4-H opportunities with free event offering hands-on activities

Carroll County 4-H Sponsoring Workshops at York Township Public Library in Thomson

Kick off 4-H Week with family friendly event at Tractor Supply

Lockhart's Barber College and 4-H to offer youth career exploration program

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H members earn top awards at Illinois State Fair

Neva Ramos Inducted into Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame

Kristi Krahmer inducted into Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame

Local youth can concentrate on building art or outdoor skills this fall

Learn to Sew at New 4-H club in Amboy

Join 4-H shooting sports to learn safety and precision

Fulton County 4-Hers exhibit projects at Illinois State Fair

DuPage County 4-H members showcase skills, knowledge, variety

Start your adventure with 4-H, new year enrollment now open

Free hands-on monarch butterfly event is fun for all ages

Contest awards top nine 4-H members $1,000 scholarship

Take aim and hit your mark safely with air rifle 4-H Club

Fulton County 4-H members exhibit dog projects

Master Showmanship Contest held in Fulton County

4-H and FFA fun horse show held in Fulton County

Kendall County 4-H members showcase skills, knowledge with variety of exhibits

Fairtime shows how Kane County 4-H’ers learn and grow throughout the year

Youth Learn the Importance of Fiber-rich Foods during Whole Grains Month

4-H Show time is here Woodford County!

4-H educator ready to help youth, teens in southwestern Illinois build life skills

Lessons learned at Farm Safety Day left a lasting impression

4-H Spark Camp provided interactive, skill-building activities virtually

Extension gift creates new scholarship opportunity for Unity Community Center 4-H youth in McLean County

New 4-H educator ready to support youth, teens in western suburbs

Lee County 4-H Joins the Fight Against Hunger

Wizarding World of 4-H School

It starts with a dream: Extension's iDream - iCreate gives youth skills to achieve goals

School gardens offer numerous benefits beyond beautification

Youth Learn the Importance of Healthy Hydration and Physical Activity

4-H hosting bicycle rodeo in Eureka

Extension Brings STEM Activities to the Classroom

Grants give opportunity to add Agriculture to McLean County Classrooms

Babysitting Clinics

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt Extension are excited to welcome the public to the 4-H shows

Tomorrow's leaders backed by new Southern Illinois 4-H educator

Stephenson County Youth Nominated for State Public Speaking Contest

Is your teen looking for an outlet to discuss social justice issues?

Families urged to jump-start a healthy summer with 4-H and Walmart

New crop scouting competition tests student field skills

Children will explore energy at 4-H C.L.U.E. Camp

4-H Federation members develop leadership skills by offering encouragement

Kitchen Scrap Gardening

Deployments bring changes, challenges, opportunities

Winnebago County 4-H Kicks Off Summer Contests with Public Speaking

4-H and Yorkville Public Library Offer STEM Camp in June

Local Youth Participate in Mental Health Discussions

4G STEM Camp introduces girls to STEM careers

Youth invited to learn computer programming at STEM Academy

New opportunity for teens to hang out with other teens

No saddle needed to excel in 4-H Horse Bowl

Northern Illinois 4-H Summer Day Camp – Change Your Child’s Life!

Youth gain skills with educational cooking kits during Mediterranean diet month

Knox County 4-H youth excel at Public Speaking Contest

Family camp model creates new opportunities for family togetherness, fun

Youth take on the role of citizen scientists in nesting study

Youth fishing program gets kids off screens, into the great outdoors

Does your child love nature and wildlife? Jr. Naturalist may be for them

4-H Transitioning Back to In-Person Workshops

Youth leaders ready to meet ag challenges today and tomorrow

Illinois youth learn skills to become healthy living changemakers

Youth come together to make their mark in the livestock industry

Build skills or try something new with 4-H Spring Break Samplers

Tazewell 4-H members experience a unique drive-thru award ceremony

Fulton 4-H barrow tattooing and weigh-ins

4-H Shooting Sports to hold spring session

Fulton County 4-H offers college scholarships

National Nutrition Month

K-12 continuing education opportunity for teachers and childcare professionals

Find Your Spark!

Find Your Spark in 4-H

Your Thoughts Matter Online Series for Youth Ages 13 and Older

Marshall-Putnam Ag in the Classroom Welcomes Samantha Smoode

Communications manager joins Illinois 4-H to help create meaningful experiences for youth

Hatch chicks to explore science, math and more with your students

4-H Spark Camp offers winter session

4-H offers activities to foster family connections

Winter take home learning kits now available through Illinois Extension

January Is National Baking Month

Carroll-Lee-Whiteside 4-H Clubs Receive State Recognition

Ladd Added to 4-H Seasonal STEAM Kit Outreach

Farm Credit Illinois of Jerseyville receives 2020 Community Partner Award

4-H service project brushes off invasives at state park

Lee County 4-H’ers receive awards a bit differently at annual recognition event

Carroll-Lee-Whiteside 4-H Holiday Mash-Up Mini Camp

Holly Jolly Holiday Challenge invites youth to create holiday treats

Gratitude activities this Thanksgiving

Learning from home made easier with new webpage

Illinois Extension staff honored for life-changing programs

Carlinville Area Hospital receives 2020 Community Partner Award

Bremer Sanctuary receives 2020 Community Partner Award

Explore, learn and grown with Wee Naturalists virtual program

Illinois' top 4-H staff shine

Illinois 4-H team grows with addition of two new educators

4-H club helps youth experiencing anxiety, stress, depression

Illinois 4-H educators receive national awards

4-H club helps youth experiencing anxiety, stress, depression

Photography Club started for Whiteside Youth

Mental health club started for local youth in Carroll, Lee and Whiteside counties

Illinois 4-H volunteer in running for national award

Two Illinois teens top finalists in national 4-H contest

Scientists bring the Great Lakes to students learning from home

4-H Foundation recognizes Theobalds as Family Spirit Award winner

CME Group awards $9,000 in 4-H livestock scholarships

Prairie Farms awards $3,000 in 4-H scholarships

Extension initiative supports urban ag programs, career paths for youth

Effingham County teen is national 4-H civic engagement winner

Partnership connects urban youth to careers in ag and food innovation

Youth can learn to design creative mini gardens during virtual workshop

Illinois' Chancellor Jones elected trustee of National 4-H Council board

Illinois 4-H joins fight against rising youth cases of COVID-19

National 4-H Week perfect time to register as alum

In a summer of change, 4-H members focus on what matters most

Top speakers compete in virtual 4-H state contest

4-H Candy Making SPIN Club begins September 26 in Morrison

DIY Halloween Make-up Workshop offered by local Master Gardeners

New report shows UI Extension generates value 10 times its budget

Macon County 4-H offers park program

Teacher Tuesdays provide STEAM resources for educators

Extension provides youth activities on rain gardens, watersheds, wetlands

New educators and specialists join Illinois Extension team

4-H Hall of Fame volunteers announced, honored at virtual ceremony

Mobile app supports youth development on the go

New toolkit makes finding weather, climate lesson plans easy

4-H webinar aims to help children stay safe while home alone

Edwards County 2020 Virtual Dog, Small Animal, Horse, Sheep, and Goat Results

Learn in Your Lawn Chair at the University of Illinois Extension

Ava Anderson from Edwards Co. Selected for State Food Advocacy Team

Menard County 4-H Scholarship Recipients Announced

Edwards County 2020 Beef and Swine Results

Edwards County 2020 Food & Clothing Results

Edwards County 2020 General Show Results

Outside isn't canceled: 12 ways to get your kids outside and away from a screen

University of Illinois Extension 4-H Tech Wizards brings STEM Activity Kits to YMCA Camp Discovery

Illinois 4-H members step up to serve communities

2020 Edwards County Food & Clothing Show Going Virtual

4-H offers STEM challenges that can be done from home

4-H woodworker turns project into business

Edwards County Earth Day Challenge-A huge success!

Endless Possibilities in 4-H By: Ava Anderson

Foundation awards $45,000 in 4-H scholarships

Farm Bureau salutes outstanding 4-H members

Key Award celebrates youth service and mentoring

Preparing Youth for Community Disaster

Goat, Poultry and Rabbit Clinic for 4-H Youth

Kids Experienced Hands on Learning at Stephenson County 4-H Super Saturday

High School juniors explore career interests

4-H Hosts Annual International Night on March 6 in Wheaton

Kane County 4-H Hosts International Night in St. Charles

Follow a Passion or Find Something New this Spring Break

Edwards County 4-H Feeding & Growing Our Communities/Meal Packaging Event

Logan County 4-H Holds Recognition Event

Talking to your Kids about Black History Month

Training the Next Generation of Shooting Sports Enthusiasts

Cooking and Booking Club available to local youth in Dixon

Wee Naturalists Monthly Program at Odell Library in Morrison Feb 22

Local Youth Learn about Bees and Candle Making

Boys Science Siesta and Girls Science Siesta Scheduled for March and April!

8th Annual Bridge Bust Breaks Records

Youth can Explore Rocket Science and Aviation in February

Wee Nats Monthly Program Starts in January at Odell Library in Morrison

Jackson County 4-H to Host Leather Workshop for Youth

Aim High with Youth Shooting Sports

Students Learn the Value of Shopping Local

Starting a School Garden Workshop Series Open to All Types of School Staff and Volunteers

Macon County 4-H Member Receives State Award

Next Generation Science Standards Training for Educational Leaders

Jackson County Youth Honored at 4-H Achievement Night

Shooting Sports On Target, On the Range and in Life

Randolph County Youth Honored at 4-H Achievement Night

Franklin County Youth Honored at 4-H Achievement Night

Illinois Extension joins nationwide celebration of impact of school lunch programs

Perry County Youth Honored at 4-H Achievement Night

Extension Hosts Career Field Day for Local Students

Williamson County 4-H and HCE to Host Picnic

Williamson County 4-H to Host Bicycle Workshop

Randolph County 4-H to Host Scavenger Hunt

Extension Welcomes Youth Development Educator

4-H Youth Gearing up for Perry County Fair

Randolph County Youth Get Experience with Drones

4-H Youth Prepare for Franklin County Fair

Local 4-H Member Attends Summer Leadership Conference

Randolph County Youth Sewing Club Meets This Summer

Williamson County Hosts Fun Summer Workshops

Local Youth Place in Horse Show

Williamson County Shooting Sports Receives $1,000 Gift

Staff (87)

Michele Aavang

Michele Aavang

McHenry County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Chanita Anderson

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

J. Yvette Anderson

J. Yvette Anderson

Wayne County 4-H Youth Development Extension Program Coordinator

Marilu Andon

Marilu Andon

County Director

Brooke Baker-Katcher

Brooke Baker-Katcher

Grundy County 4-H/Youth Development Program Coordinator

Mark becker

Mark Becker

4-H Youth Development Extension Specialist, Food Systems

carla blue

Carla Blue

Program Coordinator

Jamie Boas staff photo

Jamie Boas

4-H Youth Development Educator, Interim County Director

Kara Boozer

Kara Boozer

4-H Youth Development Educator

Doris Braddock

Doris Braddock

Kane County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Shelby Carlson

Shelby Carlson

4-H Youth Development Educator

Roxana Cejeda

Roxana Cejeda

4-H Youth Readiness and New Audiences Outreach Associate

Tara Chenoweth

Tara Chenoweth

Fiscal Office Support Assistant

Debra Collier

Debra Collier

Edwards County 4-H Youth Development Extension Program Coordinator

Lisa Corcoran

LaSalle County Office Support (Clerical)

McCala Miller

McCala Crawford

4-H Program Coordinator

Rachel Davidson

Rachel Davidson

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Carissa Davis

Carissa Davis

4-H Youth Development Educator

Ofelia Delgado

Ofelia Delgado

Lake County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

beth dellatori

Beth Dellatori

4-H Youth Development Educator

Siera Duesterhaus

Siera Duesterhaus

Adams County 4-H Extension Program Coordinator

Katie Duitsman

Katie Duitsman

4-H Youth Development Leadership Specialist

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Martha Ebbesmeyer

4-H Youth Development Educator

Eric Eickmeier

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Kim Eisnaugle

Kim Eisnaugle

Kendall County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Katherine Ellis

Peoria County SNAP-Ed Instructor

Sara Farley

Sarah Farley

Local Food Systems and Small Farms Extension Educator

Andrea Farrier

Andrea Farrier

Kane County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Mary Fischer

Agriculture and Natural Resources (Horticulture) Educator

Tracy Fowler-Pestle

Tracy Fowler-Pestle

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Samantha Gaither

Samantha Gaither

4-H Youth Development Educator

Danielle Gapinski

Bureau County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Katharine Girone

Tazewell County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Krista Gray

Krista Gray

Fulton County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Maria E. Gutiérrez Juntos 4-H Program Coordinator

Maria E Gutierrez

4-H Youth Development and Metro Educator

Stephanie Hale

Stephanie Hale

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Jessica Hays

Jessica Hays

Coles County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Amy Henschen

Amy Henschen

Evaluation and Staff Development 4-H Youth Development Specialist

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Tanya L. Hetelle

4-H and Youth Development Program Coordinator

Elijah Holloman

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Kristin Huls staff photo

Kristin Huls

Educator, 4-H Youth Development

Juilan Inniss

Julian Inniss

4-H SPIN Program Coordinator

Keith Jacobs Jr.

Extension Specialist, STEM

Allie Staff Picture

Allie Johnston

Whiteside County 4-H and Youth Development Program Coordinator

Teresa Kirwan

Teresa Kirwan

Program Coordinator, Ag Literacy & 4-H Youth Development

April Knoblett

April Knoblett

Crawford County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

aaron lindstrom

Aaron Lindstrom

Marshall-Putnam Counties 4-H STEM/STEAM Support

April Littig

April Littig

4-H Youth Development Educator

Patti Logan

Patti Logan

Effingham County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Katie McBride

Lee County 4-H and Youth Development Extension Program Coordinator

Katie McFarland

Katie McFarland

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator - Education Enrichment

Janet Moody

Janet Moody

Kankakee County SNAP ED Community Worker

Kim Morrison

Kim Morrison

4-H Youth Development Educator

Kate Mueller staff photo

Kate Mueller

4-H STEM Youth Development Assistant

Brittney Muschetto stands against a forest. She wears dark hair glasses green shirt

Brittney Muschetto

Kankakee County 4-H/Youth Development Program Coordinator

Yolanda Nation

Yolanda Nation

Shelby County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Carissa Nelson

Carissa Nelson

Media Communications Manager

Donna Nuger

Donna Nuger

4-H Youth Development Educator

Cindy Ogwal

Cindy Ogwal

4-H Youth Development Specialist, College and Career Readiness

Amy Osterman

4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Leonard Parker

Leonard Parker

4-H Youth Development and Metro Educator

Jeffrey Pegram

Jeffrey Pegram

McLean County 4-H Youth Development Educator, Unity Community Center

Jennifer Peterson

Jennifer Peterson

Youth Development Educator

Toni Pienta

Toni Pienta

LaSalle County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Megan Pierson

Megan Pierson

Clay County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Joli Pierson

Mason County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Sandra Prez

Sandra Prez

Metro 4-H Youth Development Extension Educator

Shannon Range 4-H Youth Development Educator

Shannon Range

4-H/Youth Development Extension Educator

Emily Reece staff photo

Emily Reece

4-H Youth Development Educator

Latosha Reggans head shot

Latosha Reggans

4-H Youth Development and Metro Educator

Nancy Reppe

Nancy Reppe

DuPage County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Deanna Roby-Vorgias

Deanna Roby-Vorgias

County Director

Anne Scheel

Anne Scheel

Marshall-Putnam Counties 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Judy Schmidt

4-H Metro Youth Development Educator

Jaylynn Schober

Jaylynn Schober

Cumberland County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Emily Schoenfelder

4-H Youth Development Educator

Leilah Siegel

Leilah Siegel

4-H Youth Development Educator

Susan Sloop

Extension Specialist Youth Development Health & Wellness

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Kristi Smith

Peoria County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Ben Steele

4-H Youth Development Educator

Kristi J Stout

Kristi J Stout

4-H Youth Development Educator

Vickie Taylor

Vickie Taylor

Johnson & Massac counties 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Lisa Torrance

Lisa Torrance

County Director

Katie Turkal

Katie Turkal

Jasper County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

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Anthony Warmack

Communications & Marketing Program Coordinator

Stacy Woodyard

Stacy Woodyard

County Director

Amy Zepp

Amy Zepp

Program Coordinator, 4-H Sangamon County