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University of Illinois Extension-Rock Island County serves over 20,000 youth and adult residents each year. Rock Island County Extension provides programming in areas such as 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Home Horticulture, Nutrition & Health, Home & Money Matters, and Community Improvement. To learn more about how University of Illinois Extension can help you put knowledge to work, contact us at (309)756-9978.
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Expand your possibilities with Extension YOUniversity - we have something for YOU! See class descriptions at this link!
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Support your Rock Island County Master Gardeners by purchasing the 2010 Master Gardener Calendar!! Available for sale now!
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Pamper your pets with the wholesome goodness of 4-H pet treats for dogs, cats and horses. It's a great way to satisfy your beloved pet while supporting a great cause - Rock Island County 4-H youth programs!
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training will take place on December 17 at the Milan Community Center from 9 am - Noon with the test to follow.
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Looking for a gift for someone? Why not give the gift of Education? You can purchase Extension Dollars that are good to use on any Rock Island County Extension class.
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Do you have a facebook account? Become a friend of Rock Island County 4-H on facebook!
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2010 Master Gardener Training This year's Master Gardener Training will begin on January 15 and continue weekly through March 26. The cost for the training is $175 and includes a comprehensive horticulture textbook. Classes take place on Fridays from 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at the Rock Island County Extension, 321 West 2nd Ave., Milan.
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Turn your heart GREEN with TRIVIA this Valentine's! Share your love and your mind in support of Extension's GREEN Initiatives at our Trivia Challenge on Sunday, February 14, 1- 5 pm at the Milan Community Center. Get your team of 8 and you could win great prizes and have a fun time!
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Learn how you can become a Master Composter for Rock Island County! Classes start March 25, 2010.
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Program Registrations
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DIY Holiday Gifts, Wellbeing Dec , From the Kitchen Dec 3
Register by November 28, 2009
Front Door Seasonal Decorating Series
Register by December 1, 2009
Holiday Happenings in Horticulture and Cuisine- Thursday, December 10, 5:30 p.m.
Register by December 5, 2009
Operation Family Time Out December 12, 2009
Register by December 6, 2009
Local Foods Salon, October 27, November 10, December 8
Register by December 8, 2009
Gingerbread House Decorating for Adults, Dec 12, 9 am - Noon
Register by December 10, 2009
Become a Master Gardener - Classes Start January 15, 2010
Register by December 15, 2009
Crafty Classics - Hand-made Gifts, November 17, 24, December 1, 15
Register by December 15, 2009
4-H in the City Club and 4-H Scrapbooking Club
Register by December 15, 2009
Homemade Bread Baking, afternoon class
Register by December 15, 2009
Pesticide Safety Education Program Clinic, December 17
Register by December 17, 2009
Market Outlook Series2009-2010
Register by December 18, 2009
Extension Dollars Gift Certificate
Register by December 18, 2009
Pay Dirt Farm School, Thursdays January 14 - February 18
Register by January 9, 2010
Green Trivia Challenge - February 14, 1 - 5 pm at Milan Community Center
Register by February 15, 2010
2010 Master Gardener Calendar
Register by February 28, 2010
Master Composting Program
Register by March 25, 2010
Registration: Illowa Local Grown Directory
Register by April 5, 2010
Youth Development Academy Begins September 11
Register by April 15, 2010
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Rock Island County Unit