Garden Pond Critters:
Friend & Foe
Tuesday, October 25 @ 1:30 OR Thursday October 27 @ 6:30

Join State Extension Entomologist, Phil Nixon for this FREE Webinar (from your own computer). This program will cover the various animals that you may add to your garden pond and that are attracted to it.  He will start out with the fish you may want to put into your pond. Which ones are effective in controlling mosquito larvae, and which ones may uproot your plants. What you need to do for fish to overwinter, and which fish you will need to bring indoors for the winter. Also addressed will be mammals, birds, and others that eat your pet fish such as raccoons, cats, kingfishers, herons, frogs, and turtles, and how to manage them.  Finally, Phil will address identification and control of mosquitoes, midges, and predatory insects that will make your pond their home.  Register here
 

Healthy Lifestyles: Holiday Makeover, November 3
Tues. November 3, 5:30 - 7 pm, Rock Island County Extension, Milan, IL
Get a new twist on traditional recipes AND explore Mindfulness

Are you stuck in a rut every holiday season and fixing the same old dishes year after year? Dietitian, Nina Struss from the Milan Hy-Vee is here to show you simple ways to turn your tired recipes into delicious and nutritious centerpieces that the whole family will love without giving up your favorite sides and desserts. Kristin Bogdonas, UI Extension nutrition and wellness educator will share insights on Mindfulness and how to enjoy every bite of your holiday favorites without feeling guilty in the new year. Join us for this timely and engaging session to  round out our Healthy Lifestyles that Last Series before the new year! Cost is $5 person.  Register here.


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Eating Well as You Age Webinar
Thursday, November 2, 1 - 2 pm, Henry/Stark Counties Extension, Galva, IL

Our food choices can make an important difference in how we look and feel as we age.   Healthy food choices may help to decrease the risk of developing some chronic diseases commonly associated with aging, and help to keep us more independent. In this lesson you will learn which foods supply the nutrients that are especially important for us as we age. We will also discuss current research on the possible benefits of probiotics and prebiotics to strengthen the immune system.

This free lesson will be presented via live Webinar with handouts and powerpoint presentation.  You will have the opportunity to ask questions/talk with the nutrition and wellness educators at University of Illinois Extension who are presenting the program.  Register here


I on Diabetes (2 part series)
November 8 & 9, 1 - 3:30 pm
Henry County Extension, Galva
Help with managing or preventing diabetes

If you or someone you know has diabetes, here's a useful workshop featuring hands-on lessons, recipes, nutrition and wellness tips to help you prevent or manage diabetes.
Learn more and register here



Check out the Recipes for Diabetes website for an array of main dishes, side dishes and desserts designed for those looking to prevent or manage their diabetes.  Find website here


Homemade Pie Making Workshop
November 15, 6 pm, Rock Island County Extension

Just in time for the holidays - learn how to make 2 pies from scratch!   You'll learn to make a pie crust and easy filling recipes. Each person will make and take home an apple pie that will be ready to bake for a future dessert along with a 2nd crust and the ingredients to mix at home to make a pumpkin pie!  The class will be led by two retired teachers, Charlene Williams, (Home Economics) and Marie Higgins (Food and Consumer Sciences). The supply fee is $15 for general public. (Members of Rock Island County HCE can attend for $10).  This workshop is limited to 20 participants.    Register here


Holiday Show at Playcrafters
"Stocking Stuffers"., Saturday November 12, 2 pm, Moline, IL
Hosted by Rock Island County HCE to support
Extension & 4-H programs

Get in the holiday spirit when you join Rock Island County HCE (Home & Community Education) for a matinee show!  Doors open at 2 pm for a social with complimentary hors d'oeuvres, coffee, lemonade served until 2:45. The show starts at 3.The whole family will enjoy this Playcrafter's show that features a series of short scenes: Listen in to a group of holiday mascots conspiring to steal the spotlight from Santa, or a group of elves discussing their future goals and testing a variety of toys. Meet a fast-talking Little Matchgirl selling her wares in downtown New York, and watch the trial of the two reindeer bros who ran over grandma. It's Christmas like you've never experienced before. $13 person show/appetizers . RSVP here 


Master Gardener Training
Starts January 24, Galva, IL
This training enables participation in the Master Gardener program for our unit in Rock Island, Henry/Stark or Mercer Counties
 
Those who love to garden and would like to learn more and share their knowledge with others should consider becoming a Master Gardener through University of Illinois Extension. 

This year's training for Henry, Stark, Mercer and Rock Island County area residents will take place on Tuesdays, January 24 - April 4 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at University of Illinois Extension - Henry/Stark Counties office, 358 Front Street, Galva, IL. Sessions will be hosted by Extension staff and include hands on activities. The classes are taught by University of Illinois Extension educators via live webinar and cover a wide array of horticulture topics.

Register here  or call Tracy Jo, Master Gardener Program Coordinator, for more information at (309) 756-9978.    

University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, contact (309) 756-9978.