Thirteen counties, thirty-five farms, and ten years of cultivating connections—these are the milestones of the Summer ...

In our increasingly online world, it is important to make sure our families are safe online. Especially as school winds down ...

Nanoplastics are everywhere. These fragments are so tiny they can accumulate on bacteria and be taken up by plant roots; they ...

Did you know that nearly 25% of kitchen scraps end up in landfills? What if you could turn those food scraps into something ...

Learn the importance of making time for self-care as well as lowering barriers to access.  Discover simple and cost-effective ...

Want to help save the bees?In this new 4-H special interest (SPIN) club, we will work together to learn how to help the ...

Please join the University of Illinois Extension Cook County Youth Development team for a 4 week-long summer day camp ...

For farmers, producers, and consumers, it is important to stay informed on current and upcoming agricultural practices. The ...

Garden Gatherings are an informal opportunity for locals to meet Katie Bell, Illinois Extension local food systems and small ...

The Master Naturalist program aims to provide science-based educational opportunities that connect people with nature and ...

Native plants offer a variety of benefits for our gardens—from supporting the local ecosystem to thriving in the regional ...

Interested in a garden but don't have the space? Get a plot at the Lanark Community Garden! Check out the garden during our ...