University of Illinois Extension DeWitt, Macon and Piatt Counties

University of Illinois Extension DeWitt, Macon and Piatt Counties University of Illinois Extension in DeWitt, Macon and Piatt Counties offers horticulture, agricultur

The DeWitt-Piatt-Macon Extension Unit offers research-based educational programming in agriculture, local foods, small farms, leadership, nutrition and wellness, horticulture, 4-H and youth development, community and economic development and consumer sciences. Please contact us in DeWitt County at (217) 935-5764, in Macon County at (217) 877-6042 and in Piatt County at (217) 762-2191 with question

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Dragonflies and damselflies are two of the most interesting insects found around ponds, lakes, and streams. Do you know ...
08/29/2026

Dragonflies and damselflies are two of the most interesting insects found around ponds, lakes, and streams. Do you know how to tell them apart? Learn their differences and why they are important to a healthy ecosystem at this free program presented by DeWitt and Piatt Master Gardeners.

September 19 | 10 a.m. | Weldon Springs State Park School House

Visit go.illinois.edu/Dragonflies by September 17 to register.

Monarch Madness is coming next month. Don't miss this family-friendly event from 2 to 4 p.m. on September 19 at Rock Spr...
08/28/2026

Monarch Madness is coming next month. Don't miss this family-friendly event from 2 to 4 p.m. on September 19 at Rock Springs Nature Center. Come celebrate, learn, and help send our monarchs on their incredible journey south.

Here's just a few activities that will be available:
•Monarch Tag and Release
•Butterfly Yoga
•Monarch Life Cycle Obstacle Course
•Pollinator-themed arts and crafts

The Frozen Spoon ice cream truck will also be on-site so attendees can purchase a sweet treat.

08/28/2026

Nutrition and Food Educator Caitlin Mellendorf stopped in to chat with WHOW about building healthier sandwiches.

Early dismissal days are a great opportunity for 4-H programs. Register now for this two session creative workshop and l...
08/26/2026

Early dismissal days are a great opportunity for 4-H programs. Register now for this two session creative workshop and learn how to make a unique journal from a plain paper bag.

September 2 | 2 p.m. | Piatt County Extension Office
October 7 | 2 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church of Monticello

$5 supply fee per session. Open to students in grades 4-12.
Register by August 31!
go.illinois.edu/4HJournal

Bring the kids to Goose Creek District Library for Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners. We will be learning abo...
08/25/2026

Bring the kids to Goose Creek District Library for Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners. We will be learning about beautiful butterflies with a story and fun hands-on activity.

August 27 | 3:45-4:15 p.m. | Goose Creek District Library

Register at go.illinois.edu/LittleSprouts

Save time in the kitchen and learn how to prepare tender foods with an electric pressure cooker. Join other community me...
08/25/2026

Save time in the kitchen and learn how to prepare tender foods with an electric pressure cooker. Join other community members for this free program at 10:30 a.m. on September 11 at the Weldon Library. Recipe samples will be provided!

Register by Sept. 8 at go.illinois.edu/PCWeldon

Check out the latest episode of Out Standing in the Field from Commercial Ag Educator, Doug Gucker.
08/24/2026

Check out the latest episode of Out Standing in the Field from Commercial Ag Educator, Doug Gucker.

Commercial Ag Educator Doug Gucker discusses his recent discovery of Corn Crown Rot in area fields and shares information on what to look for as well as some concerning declines in farmland value.

Learn safe, up-to-date methods for canning, freezing, drying, and fermenting foods at home at this free program at Barcl...
08/22/2026

Learn safe, up-to-date methods for canning, freezing, drying, and fermenting foods at home at this free program at Barclay Public Library in Warrensburg. Don't forget your dial gauge pressure canner lids and gauges for a free accuracy test.

Preserve at Home | September 17 | 6 PM

Register by September 15 in person or by calling the library at 217-672-3621.

Meal planning will often make a difference for a household. Whether it's saving time in the kitchen or saving money on g...
08/22/2026

Meal planning will often make a difference for a household. Whether it's saving time in the kitchen or saving money on grocery bills, taking time to plan can be helpful.
Register for this free class coming up next month at the Maroa Library.

Meal Planning Made Easy | September 1 | 5:30 p.m.

Registration closes Aug. 31. Visit go.illinois.edu/MaroaMealPlan today!

08/21/2026

University of Illinois Extension Commercial Ag Educator, Doug Gucker, provides this report for Central Illinois farmers and shares information about Corn Crown Rot.

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Tuesday 8am - 12pm
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