The Scarecrow Festival always has the streets buzzing with excitement each year! The annual festival will return from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 to downtown Dixon. More than 100+ booths and activities await on 6 city blocks, including crafters, pumpkin painting, street performers, games, donut eating contests, a petting zoo, face painting, flower pot decorating, and pumpkin […]
Join us for a fun and exciting Turkey Shoot event! For just $3.00 per chance, participants get the opportunity to test their marksmanship by shooting a shotgun at a target. Each shot gives you a chance to win a delicious turkey or ham, perfect for your holiday feast. Whether you’re an experienced shooter or a beginner, everyone is welcome to […]
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
Does your child have a passion for travel and a curiosity about different cultures? We’ll go on a global journey with "Passport to the World" where participants will explore diverse countries and traditions from around the globe. Discover fascinating facts, traditions, and landmarks from various countries in this two-session, Illinois Extension series. For youth ages 8-12. Cost: $10 for both […]
The final LCHD flu clinic will be October 24th! We will be offering the standard dose, FluBlok (egg-free dose for those 18+), and high-dose (for those 65+). Remember to bring your insurance card, or Medicare card, or be prepared to pay a small fee!
Join State Representative Brad Fritts and House Leader Tony McCombie for a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Drive on October 26th, 2024 from 8am-3pm at Sauk Valley Community College. Event is in collaboration with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and Sauk Valley Community College. Registration for the event is MANDATOR. See attached image for more details.
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
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
We will be watching two horror movies on our projector in the auditorium. The movies are free (but donation is welcome); but parental supervision is required at all times. We will have snacks and popcorn available to buy. The recommended ages for this event is 6+. Movies: 6:00 PM- Goosebumps • PG 2015 • Horror/Comedy • 1h 43m 8:00 PM- […]
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 […]
