Child care providers are invited to join Illinois Extension for a day of learning, networking and idea-sharing. In the morning, participants will choose two sessions to attend from a diverse lineup of offerings covering curriculum inclusivity, child health and safety, the impacts of technology, engaging animal and agriculture lessons and more. Lunch will be provided from 12-12:30 p.m., followed by […]

Smash, Don’t Trash, Pumpkins This Season! Fall is the pumpkin’s time to shine, but what happens when it is time to say goodbye to the short-lived jack-o-lanterns? Green your Halloween by recycling pumpkins into compost at a free, outdoor Pumpkin Smash offered by the University of Illinois Extension and Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC). Bring your pumpkin—that is free of […]

A man, a harmonica, and a piano Corky Siegel is coming to Dixon for an evening of live music. This event is a fundraiser for The Next Picture Show (TNPS), a 501c3 non-profit. Join your friends for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. at The Next Picture Show. Make it dinner AND a show (if […]

PFLAG's annual fundraiser dinner and dessert dash raises funds for 2 great causes--college scholarships for LGBTQ+ high school seniors and the local Youth Outlook program, which serves LGBTQ+ youth ages 12 - 20.

Drawing Nature: Lessons in drawing, identifying, and recording nature with artist Carolyn McKee-Freese Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm Session 1: October 1-November 5 Session 2: November 12-December 17 Location: Ruth Edwards Nature Center in Lowell Park

While our lives are busy and often driven by technology, there is great benefit to putting pen to paper. Join Illinois Extension to learn about bullet journaling, a personal organization tool that combines a planner, to-do list and diary. Bullet journaling help teens record plans, goals, achievements, thoughts, and reflections in a fun, creative way! Cost: $12; supplies included. For […]