University of Illinois Extension: Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, and Vermilion

Hot weather can be especially risky for older adults, but a few simple steps can help keep everyone safer. The National Institute on Aging shares helpful tips on staying cool, recognizing warning signs of heat-related illness, and knowing when to seek help.

Take a moment to read and share this important summer safety information: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/safety/hot-weather-safety-older-adults

A Visit to The Idea Garden in Champaign Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Summer grilling season is here! Before you fire up the grill, take a few minutes to brush up on simple food safety tips that can help keep your meals safe and enjoyable. From thawing and marinating to using a food thermometer, this Illinois Extension blog shares helpful reminders for your next cookout.

Read more: https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/live-well-eat-well/2021-07-02-grilling-and-summer-food-safety

There's still time to register for the upcoming for Walk & Talks this month! Explore local Champaign-Urbana parks while engaging in light physical activity and conversation. Each session includes a short interactive lesson followed by a refreshing walk.
Tuesdays from 2-3 PM
• June 16 - Crystal Lake Park
• June 23 - Champaign Farmers Market/Downtown Champaign
• June 30 - Meadowbrook Park
Come enjoy the fresh air, connect with others, and get moving. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll move indoors.
Registration is required so we can share meeting details.
Learn more and register: https://go.illinois.edu/JuneWalks or by calling 217-333-7672.

🌳Have your trees been looking a little worse for wear this spring? This week, Garden Scoop explores Anthracnose, a common tree disease that thrives during cool, wet weather. Learn what causes it, which trees are affected, and whether you need to take action.🌿
go.illinois.edu/GardenScoop

Curious about the BUZZ around pickerelweed? Watch Educator Karla Griesbaum explain it on ciLiving.tv. Jaclyn Friedlander

Protecting the Pickerelweed Bee: Community Conservation Project Karla Griesbaum talks with ciLiving host, Jaclyn Friedlander about ...

What's for dinner?
The question is asked 365 times a year! It's easy to get stuck in a rut or lose inspiration, but sometimes just a few simple changes can get you back on track.

Join us at Catlin Public Library (101 Mapleleaf Dr, Catlin, IL 61817) on June 17th at 10 AM to learn some quick and easy hacks for eating well and making meals at home a more enjoyable process without spending hours in the kitchen.

Register at go.illinois.edu/TC-catlin or by calling 217-333-9260.

🌸🌿JUNE 20🌻🪻
Garden Walk 2026 is right around the corner - get your tickets today!
Online - go.illinois.edu/GWtickets
By phone - 217-333-7672
In Person - Prairie Gardens, Country Arbors Nursery or our office (801 N. Country Fair Drive, Champaign)

Concerned about someone in a farming community who is showing signs of memory loss or confusion? Farm Families Coping with Dementia is a free, online educational series designed to support caregivers of individuals living or working on or near farms.

Over four weekly, one-hour sessions, participants will learn about dementia basics, farm safety, improving safety with dementia, and caregiving and communication. Sessions are offered online beginning June 23 or June 24.

To register, call (319) 384-3817 to complete a brief eligibility survey.

Join Illinois Extension for Walk & Talks this June! Explore local Champaign-Urbana parks while engaging in light physical activity and conversation. Each session includes a short interactive lesson followed by a refreshing walk.

Tuesdays from 2-3 PM
• June 9 - West Side Park
• June 16 - Crystal Lake Park
• June 23 - Champaign Farmers Market/Downtown Champaign
• June 30 - Meadowbrook Park

Come enjoy the fresh air, connect with others, and get moving. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll move indoors.

Registration is required so we can share meeting details.

Learn more and register: https://go.illinois.edu/JuneWalks or by calling 217-333-7672.