University of Illinois Extension-Vermilion County Unit

University of Illinois Extension-Vermilion County Unit Extension is the University's outreach to our community. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Extension provides practical research-based information to make a positive difference in people's lives.

05/19/2026

University of Illinois Extension is offering the Certified Food Protection Manager Course at three locations this year. This one-day training (9 AM-7 PM) covers key food safety topics like contamination, hygiene, safe food handling, cleaning and sanitizing, and HACCP systems. It meets Illinois Department of Public Health requirements, and participants must attend the full session to take the exam. Lunch is included.

Dates & Locations:
• June 1 - Vermilion County Extension Office (Danville)
• July 27 - Ford-Iroquois Counties Extension Office (Gilman)
• December 1 - Champaign County Farm Bureau Auditorium (Champaign)

Cost: $60 youth | $100 adults (includes materials, exam, and lunch)
Space is limited—preregistration required.

Learn more and register: https://go.illinois.edu/CFPM-CFIV

🌿🌻TOMORROW🐌🐞There's still time to visit go.illinois.edu/GrowNative and register for this exciting class!
05/18/2026

🌿🌻TOMORROW🐌🐞
There's still time to visit go.illinois.edu/GrowNative and register for this exciting class!

Happening tomorrow! 🌱 Don’t miss the VCMG May Plant Sale —featuring a great selection of plants grown by the gardeners t...
05/08/2026

Happening tomorrow! 🌱 Don’t miss the VCMG May Plant Sale —featuring a great selection of plants grown by the gardeners themselves, plus free expert advice to help your garden thrive.
Visit go.illinois.edu/mayplantsale for all the details!

Want to learn about and plant red and black raspberries? Join Master Gardener Larry Betout as he demonstrates and teache...
05/07/2026

Want to learn about and plant red and black raspberries? Join Master Gardener Larry Betout as he demonstrates and teaches attendees to divide, prune, and plant brambles.

Bring a pair of gloves, a shovel, a garden knee pad, and a box/container, and you can plant one in your own garden!

Monday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m. at Douglas Discovery Garden in Danville, IL.

Any questions, call the Vermilion County Extension Office at 217-300-2616.

05/06/2026

Our 2025 Impact Reports are in! Check out our highlights and accomplishments from 2025 at the link below or at one of our offices in Champaign, Gilman, and Danville.

extension.illinois.edu/cfiv/reports

Cover photo credit: Master Naturalist Paul Thomasen

🌸 Discover how native plants can add natural beauty to your landscape while supporting local wildlife and pollinators. 🦋...
05/06/2026

🌸 Discover how native plants can add natural beauty to your landscape while supporting local wildlife and pollinators. 🦋
📍 Danville Public Library
📅 Tuesday, May 19 | ⏰ 5:30 p.m.
Visit go.illinois.edu/VCMGGrowNative to register!
VCMG's Present: Grow Native, simple ways to enhance your home landscape at Danville Public Library

🌾Looking for a low-maintenance, eco-friendly landscape? Native plants are the answer! Learn how to create a more sustain...
05/05/2026

🌾Looking for a low-maintenance, eco-friendly landscape? Native plants are the answer! Learn how to create a more sustainable yard that works with nature. 🐝

📅 Tuesday, May 19 | ⏰ 5:30 p.m.
📍 Danville Public Library
Visit go.illinois.edu/VCMGGrowNative to register!
VCMG's Present: Grow Native, simple ways to enhance your home landscape at Danville Public Library

More than just a plant sale! 🌸 Stop by the VCMG May Plant Sale to shop unique, locally grown plants and talk one-on-one...
05/02/2026

More than just a plant sale! 🌸 Stop by the VCMG May Plant Sale to shop unique, locally grown plants and talk one-on-one with knowledgeable gardeners ready to answer your questions. Visit go.illinois.edu/mayplantsale for all the details!

Address

3164 N Vermilion Street
Danville, IL
61832

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12174428615

Website

https://linktr.ee/uie_cfiv

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