Ask A Master Gardener Q & A
What is A Master Gardener? Master Gardeners are volunteers trained by University of Illinois Extension educators who provide a network of gardening programs and horticultural activities educating the public and enhancing life in their communities. University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners are "Helping Others Learn to Grow".

Cable Show: Helping You Put Knowledge to Work
Watch us Thursday's at 6:30pm on Comcast Cable's channel 19!

CAN-TV Call-In Show
Extension hosts a live call-in show Wednesdays at 4:00 pm, and an Immigration Issues show on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm on Chicago's CAN-TV Channel 21.

Chicago Southeast Communities Initiatives
The Southeast Communities Initiatives provide educational resources and facilitative process to help individuals, businesses, elected officials and community organizations enhance their leadership skills and community capacity building.

Chicago-Cook County 4-H Foundation
The 4-H Foundation supports the practical education of boys and girls throughout Cook County.

Cook County 4-H Robotic Club
Youth learn math, science, and engineering through robotics club.

Cook County Master Gardener Program
Do you enjoy gardening and would like to learn more? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? The Cook County Master Gardener Program may be for you. All you need is an interest in gardening, an open mind and a willingness to share your knowledge with others. The Master Gardener adult volunteer program is nationwide. Master Gardeners are a vital link in getting horticulture information to the public through University of Illinois Extension offices.

Cook County Partners
Extension professionals and land-grant university specialists collaborate with community based organizations, schools, and federal, state, and local officials to provide quality, research-based information to Cook County residents.

Educational Technology
The University of Illinois Extension develops and delivers high-impact EdTech workshops that promote 21st century learning skills.

Engaging Families for the 21st Century
Do you provide direct services to families and youth? Are you interested in learning the latest information to address the needs today's urban families? Sign up today for Engaging Families for the 21st Century: A Professional Development Series for Community Based Organizations.

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
EFNEP is a nutrition education program conducted by University of Illinois Extension for low-income families with children and youth groups.

Family Nutrition Program
As a result of nutrition education, participants... Learned to plan menus and choose foods using the Food Guide Pyramid and Dietary Guidelines

Master Gardeners in Chicago
Do you enjoy gardening and would like to learn more? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? The Chicago Master Gardener Program may be for you. All you need is an interest in gardening, an open mind and a willingness to share your knowledge with others.

Master Gardeners in North Suburban Cook County
Registration is now open for the 2010 North Suburban Cook County Master Gardener program. Read below for more information and how to apply.

Master Gardeners in South Suburban Cook County
Apply to become a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener. Make a difference by bringing beauty and knowledge to your community. Learn and share your love of gardening.

Master Naturalists in Cook County
Learn how to appreciate and understand the natural world, how to protect and restore your local environments, and how to share your passion, knowledge and appreciation for nature with others. Become a Master Naturalist.

On the Road to Breast Cancer Prevention
Between 1999-2003, 1,933 deaths to breast cancer occurred in Illinois. Almost half occurred among Cook County residents.

Small Business and Entrepreneurship Education
University of Illinois Extension offers a variety of Small Business and Entrepreneurship education workshops. Program offerings come in short-term series, as well as longer-term programs. Some programs are offered in partnership with other organizations and others are brought directly to you. Here's more information to help you decide what's right for you.

Survivors of Domestic Violence: Empowering for a New Beginning
U of I Extension provides this professional development conference for people who work with survivors of domestic violence. The 2009 Conference takes place October 27 - 28, 2009.

Tax Center
Here you will find links to a wide variety of information to help you get off to a good start and stay on top of tax requirements for your business.

Urban Initiative
Cook County Extension's Plan for the 21st Century helps to provide the people of the county equal access to University research, information, programs, and opportunities.