Events Calendar

Illinois Extension is excited to announce that CPR in Schools Training Kits are now available for community partners, schools, and organizations to borrow—thanks to the generous support of the American Heart Association. These kits provide an accessible, hands‑on way to teach life‑saving skills across Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties.

“CPR is a vital skill that everyone should know, and providing this training throughout Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties will help more people be prepared to act when it matters most.” Said Tara Heath, Extension County Director.

Each kit includes video‑led instruction and materials to train 10–20 participants in approximately 45–60 minutes, making it easy for anyone to coordinate a session—no prior CPR experience required.

Kits are available at all local Extension offices (Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren Counties) and can be requested online at go.illinois.edu/CPR . A one‑week notice is requested for pickup, and with two weeks’ advance notice, additional kits can be delivered to an office location if needed. Borrowers will be asked to complete a brief demographic sheet so Illinois Extension can report community impact.

Questions may be directed to Shelby Carlson, Youth Development Educator, via email, srcarls2@illinois.edu.

These CPR kits offer a simple, effective way for local groups to build confidence, preparedness, and stronger, safer communities.

Join us for July's Old Friends Talk Art with Rich Ankeney at the Len G. Everett Gallery on the Monmouth College campus. 10 am Wednesday, July 15, Rich will give us insight into his works on display through July 31, "Improvisations in Light." This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. See you at Monmouth College Library. OFTA is sponsored in part by the Jim & Jan DeYoung Charitable Trust.

Illinois Extension is excited to announce that CPR in Schools Training Kits are now available for community partners, schools, and organizations to borrow—thanks to the generous support of the American Heart Association. These kits provide an accessible, hands‑on way to teach life‑saving skills across Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties.

“CPR is a vital skill that everyone should know, and providing this training throughout Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties will help more people be prepared to act when it matters most.” Said Tara Heath, Extension County Director.

Each kit includes video‑led instruction and materials to train 10–20 participants in approximately 45–60 minutes, making it easy for anyone to coordinate a session—no prior CPR experience required.

Kits are available at all local Extension offices (Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren Counties) and can be requested online at go.illinois.edu/CPR . A one‑week notice is requested for pickup, and with two weeks’ advance notice, additional kits can be delivered to an office location if needed. Borrowers will be asked to complete a brief demographic sheet so Illinois Extension can report community impact.

Questions may be directed to Shelby Carlson, Youth Development Educator, via email, srcarls2@illinois.edu.

These CPR kits offer a simple, effective way for local groups to build confidence, preparedness, and stronger, safer communities.

Join Rebecca Quick as the Summer Art Series continues to complete the papier-mâché piggy banks. This class is free to attend and meant for participants in grades K-5.
To reserve a spot, please call (309) 734-3033.

Want to beat the heat and get a jump start on holiday gifts? We do, too! In this course, we’ll help you create some of our favorite simple and sweet studio projects that are perfect for gifting! Within this three-week hand-building course, we’ll create a set of small dishes, ornaments, and a bell that will be adorned with brilliant gold or silver ceramic luster! We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the handmade in this relaxing course filled with tons of sparkle and holiday cheer! Join us and learn to create in a fun and supportive environment! Course fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings, and weekly open studio hours.
Join us and learn to create in a fun and supportive environment! Course fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings, and weekly open studio hours.

Maximum of 12 participants. When applicable, safe mask wearing is recommended.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: July 9, 23, 30
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: MPD Ceramics Studio located at 1406 N. Randolph in Macomb, IL. Studio entrance and parking is located at the back of the building.
Deadline to register: July 8

Session Fee: $64.00 for Macomb Park District Residents, $85.00 for Non-Residents
To register, visit Tinyurl.com/MPDregister, call 309-833-4562, or stop by the park office to register in person!

Join us for the next History Belongs to All of Us community conversation on Thursday, July 16. Enjoy a pizza dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by dessert and conversation at 6:30 p.m.
 

During the evening, you'll have the opportunity to view the Bicentennial flag and scrapbook, share your own perspectives, and add your voice to the story we are preserving for the future.

Thank you to the McDonough County Genealogical Society for partnering with us to make this program possible. The History Belongs to All of Us series is funded in part by Illinois Humanities.

Illinois Extension is excited to announce that CPR in Schools Training Kits are now available for community partners, schools, and organizations to borrow—thanks to the generous support of the American Heart Association. These kits provide an accessible, hands‑on way to teach life‑saving skills across Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties.

“CPR is a vital skill that everyone should know, and providing this training throughout Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties will help more people be prepared to act when it matters most.” Said Tara Heath, Extension County Director.

Each kit includes video‑led instruction and materials to train 10–20 participants in approximately 45–60 minutes, making it easy for anyone to coordinate a session—no prior CPR experience required.

Kits are available at all local Extension offices (Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren Counties) and can be requested online at go.illinois.edu/CPR . A one‑week notice is requested for pickup, and with two weeks’ advance notice, additional kits can be delivered to an office location if needed. Borrowers will be asked to complete a brief demographic sheet so Illinois Extension can report community impact.

Questions may be directed to Shelby Carlson, Youth Development Educator, via email, srcarls2@illinois.edu.

These CPR kits offer a simple, effective way for local groups to build confidence, preparedness, and stronger, safer communities.

Join us for a fun and engaging one-day camp where children build confidence while learning conversation skills, forming friendships, and practicing everyday etiquette from public manners to thank-you notes and dining skills. The experience concludes with a dress-up, multi-course dining event where campers showcase all they've learned.
$40 per person - includes a four-course meal

Illinois Extension is excited to announce that CPR in Schools Training Kits are now available for community partners, schools, and organizations to borrow—thanks to the generous support of the American Heart Association. These kits provide an accessible, hands‑on way to teach life‑saving skills across Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties.

“CPR is a vital skill that everyone should know, and providing this training throughout Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties will help more people be prepared to act when it matters most.” Said Tara Heath, Extension County Director.

Each kit includes video‑led instruction and materials to train 10–20 participants in approximately 45–60 minutes, making it easy for anyone to coordinate a session—no prior CPR experience required.

Kits are available at all local Extension offices (Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren Counties) and can be requested online at go.illinois.edu/CPR . A one‑week notice is requested for pickup, and with two weeks’ advance notice, additional kits can be delivered to an office location if needed. Borrowers will be asked to complete a brief demographic sheet so Illinois Extension can report community impact.

Questions may be directed to Shelby Carlson, Youth Development Educator, via email, srcarls2@illinois.edu.

These CPR kits offer a simple, effective way for local groups to build confidence, preparedness, and stronger, safer communities.

Join us in the studio as we create a summer wall vase to celebrate the arrival of a new season! In this workshop, we’ll learn how to transform a flat slab of speckled clay into a vase perfect for holding your favorite summer blooms! Please make sure to wear clothes that can get dirty. Workshop fee includes clay, glaze, use of tools, bisque and glaze kiln firing. Join us for the day as we get our hands in clay!

*Day in Clay Workshops are open to all ages and all skill levels, and we request that young children be accompanied by an adult who is also enrolled. When applicable, safe mask wearing is recommended.

Saturday, July 18th
12-1 pm, 1:30-2:30 pm, 3-4pm
MPD Ceramics Studio located at 1406 N. Randolph in Macomb, IL. Studio entrance and parking are located at the back of the building.
Deadline to register: July 17
Session Fee: $12.00 for Macomb Park District Residents, $14.00 for Non-Residents.
To register, visit Tinyurl.com/MPDregister, call 309-833-4562, or stop by the park office to register in person!