MT. VERNON — With spring approaching, the University of Illinois Jefferson County Extension Office has plenty of events upcoming. The Extension will host a “Raising Happy Houseplants” workshop on March 18, a Spring Gardening Basics program at C.E. Brehm Library on March 26, and a “Bee Prepared” beekeeping workshop on March 28.

Chris Lueking with the Extension says there are already signs of spring around us.

For more information on any of the upcoming Extension programs, you can call 242-0780 or visit their website by clicking here.