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Full Resource Name:

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION - Lake County Educational Programs

Address

100 South US Highway 45
Grayslake, IL 60030

(847) 223-8627

www.extension.illinois.edu/

Hours:

Service Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed for lunch daily: Noon - 1:00 PM

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Description:

Offers various educational programs for Lake County youth, including:
- 4-H Youth Development: Introduces youth to potential careers and offers training.
- Commercial Agriculture: Works to address the needs of various local producers.
- Consumer Economics: Offer tips, strategies, and insights into managing finances.
- Horticulture: Encourages individuals to learn about the benefits of flower and vegetable growing.
- Nutrition and Wellness: Food safety to nutrition to chronic disease prevention and management.
- Family Life: Connect with information and resources to assist with helping family members

Eligibility:

Open to all, for most programs

For the 4-H program, must be youth ages 5 - 18 years old

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

Fees vary by program

Intake Process:

Call or visit during program hours

Documents Required: None

Contacts

Michele Aavang

4-H Youth Development Educator

4H Program Contact Information

(815) 338-3737

maavang@illinois.edu

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 223-8627

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

100 South US Highway 45
Grayslake, IL 60030

Mailing

100 South US Highway 45
Grayslake, IL 60030

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

Monetary funding to add additional programs

Volunteer Opportunities:

4-H Volunteers - offers various volunteer opportunities, including: program assistants, club leadership, mentors, fair volunteers, event planning, guest speakers, board members, digital marketing, and graphic design.

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities: Ofelia Delgado at 847-223-8627 or odelgado@illinois.edu.

Date of Official Change:

June 17, 2025

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