The University of Illinois Extension is gearing up for their annual Taste Of The Extension.  It’s set for Friday, October 24 from 4:30-7 p.m. at their offices at 1120 North Webster.  The event will showcase the Extension’s many services and involvements, including the Master Gardeners.  They have a number of classes going on that evening, and as with many other such activities, attendees will get to take home what they create. 

The Master Gardeners will conduct three classes at the Taste of the Extension.  The first is called, “Pumpkin, Pumpkin, What Is That Pumpkin?”  Gwen Podeschi and Kathi Knope are among the Master Gardeners.  They say this activity is geared towards kids, but people of all ages can gain plenty from it. 

For those who get ahold of a pumpkin and want to decorate it for the season, the Master Gardeners have a class for that, too.  Attendees will use dried flowers and other components as decorations. 

Away from pumpkins, there will also be a seminar on herbs.  The course is called “Herbal Experience” and will explore herbs for culinary, decorative, and aromatic uses.

More information on the University of Illinois Extension and Taste Of The Extension is at extension.illinois.edu.

Gwen Podeschi and Kathi Knope appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.