Upcoming Events

See below for upcoming UW–Madison Extension Dane County workshops, classes, and events. Visit the UW–Madison Division of Extension calendar for more events happening around the state, including virtual options.

January 10th, 2026

Class includes a lecture and hands-on activity starting wildflower seed with the winter-sown method and cold-hardy vegetable seed in DIY mini greenhouses.

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January 13th, 2026

Únase a nosotros en una sesión informativa gratuita de la Escuela Popular sobre la planificación de cultivos y las prácticas y consideraciones esenciales que intervienen en el proceso.

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January 13th, 2026

Join us for a Free School teach-in all about crop planning and the nitty gritty practices and considerations that go into the process.

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January 15th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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January 22nd, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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January 24th, 2026

Class includes a lecture and hands-on activity starting wildflower seed with the winter-sown method and cold-hardy vegetable seed in DIY mini greenhouses.

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January 27th, 2026

Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether you’re just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this in-person class can help.

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January 28th, 2026

Did you know that you can earn awards for your 4-H project area work? It’s true! All you need to do is set some goals, spend time learning about what sparks your interest, complete some 4-H paperwork, then turn the forms in to your leader in August for a county-wide review.

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January 29th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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February 4th, 2026

Let’s come together to support children through life’s ups and downs!

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February 4th, 2026

The Landscape & Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.

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February 4th, 2026

This informal Zoom is for anyone completing the Dane County 4-H Scholarship Application in 2026. If you have questions about completing the form or the application process, we will answer them.

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February 5th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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February 5th, 2026

Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether you’re just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this in-person class can help.

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February 11th, 2026

The Landscape & Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.

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February 11th, 2026

Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether you’re just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this in-person class can help.

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February 16th, 2026

Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether you’re just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this in-person class can help.

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February 18th, 2026

The Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.

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February 19th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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February 25th, 2026

The Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is for landscape professionals to learn up-to-date, science-based information.

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February 26th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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February 26th, 2026

Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether you’re just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this in-person class can help.

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March 2nd, 2026

The submission deadline for the 2025 Dane County Scholarship application packet is Monday, March 3, 2025, at 4:30pm. The financial award is open to all current 12th and 13th grade Dane County 4-H members.

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March 3rd, 2026

Discover the keys to a successful retirement and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Whether you’re just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this in-person class can help.

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March 5th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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March 8th, 2026

This clinic is mandatory for youth who are new to the Horse and Pony Project and have not taken the training before.

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March 12th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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March 18th, 2026

The Dane County Meat Animal Sale is managed by the Dane County Meat Animal Sale Association. This association is an organization of interested persons whose purpose is the organization and operation of the Dane County Meat (Large) Animal Sale.

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March 19th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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March 26th, 2026

The 10-session live, online Green Thumb Gardening class series offers in-depth and engaging gardening information on a variety of topics. From starting seeds to composting to managing insect pests, this gardening class series will help home and community garden vegetable gardens to thrive.

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June 17th, 2026

The Dane County Meat Animal Sale is managed by the Dane County Meat Animal Sale Association. This association is an organization of interested persons whose purpose is the organization and operation of the Dane County Meat (Large) Animal Sale.

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July 22nd – 25th, 2026

Join us for Dane County 4-H Camp! Youth who completed grades 3-8 are invited to attend Dane County 4-H Summer Camp.

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July 25th – 28th, 2026

Join us for Dane County 4-H Camp! Youth who completed grades 3-8 are invited to attend Dane County 4-H Summer Camp.

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September 9th, 2026

The Dane County Meat Animal Sale is managed by the Dane County Meat Animal Sale Association. This association is an organization of interested persons whose purpose is the organization and operation of the Dane County Meat (Large) Animal Sale.

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October 14th, 2026

The Dane County Meat Animal Sale is managed by the Dane County Meat Animal Sale Association. This association is an organization of interested persons whose purpose is the organization and operation of the Dane County Meat (Large) Animal Sale.

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