Events
Periodical Cicadas
Illinois is getting a double-dose of periodical cicadas this year. Broods 19 in the Southern part of the state and Brood 13 in the Northern part of the state will emerge in hot spots after 13…
Navigating Change As We Age
Everyone is aging, and many changes happen along the way – physically, mentally, financially – in about every aspect of our lives. Join Family Life Educator Robin Ridgley as she…
Nutrition Guidelines for Babies and Toddlers: Decoding Mixed Messages About How To Feed Young Children
Over half of parents receive mixed messages about what to feed their young children. That can be confusing! It is essential…
Diabetes Clinic - Nutrition for Oral Health
Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to learn how diabetes and nutrition impact oral…
Williamson County 4-H Shooting Sports (Air Rifle, Shotgun, and Pistol)
Aim high with shooting sports! The shooting sports program provides a supportive environment for young people to enjoy hands-on learning experiences. It instills a love of outdoor sportsmanship…
Soap Making Workshop
Do you ever wonder what’s in a bar of soap and how it’s made? Looking at soap ingredient labels, it looks complicated! But soap is made with a few simple…
Is Your Family Prepared for a Natural Disaster
Many communities across the Midwest have already begun experiencing severe weather as warm, humid airmasses from the Gulf of Mexico have collided with the cooler, dryer air from Canada, resulting…
Meeple Mayhem: Your Monthly Board Game Fix!
Each month we will bring students to the local extension office for a Tabletop Gaming Night!
We will be focusing on different genres/mechanics of tabletop games that will…
Dial Gauge Pressure Canner Testing - Vermilion County
Calling all home canners! The University of Illinois Extension is offering a helping hand to ensure your favorite jams, jellies, and vegetables are preserved safely this season with free pressure…
Exploring the Freedom of Information Act and the Open Meetings Act
Discover two educational webinars hosted by University of Illinois Extension, Rural Partners, and Governors Rural Affairs Council.…