Calendar » October 2025

Learn about the history of barn quilts and paint your own design during this 2-hour make-and-take workshop.

25th Giant Pumpkin, Dessert, Carving, Local Honey & Youth Contests– Register Now!
Giant pumpkin growers, bakers, carvers, and beekeepers, this is the contest for you! Adult and youth (under 16 yrs) divisions. The contest is free for members and registration is required. Cash prizes are awarded in all categories.
DATE: Saturday, October 4, 2025
TIME: 9:00-11:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Puckerville Farms, 13332 Bell Rd, Lemont
REGISTRATION: Call the Farm Bureau at 708-354-3276, online at the Member Center at www.cookcfb.org. Click next for editable form.

Cheese and Halloween Candy Pairing - presented by Meredith Meder, ACS CCP
Get in the spirit of Halloween when we pair up classic trick-or-treat candy with cheese. From Kit Kats to candy corn, there's a pairing for everyone!

Learn about all about Fall farm favorites apples and pumpkins with the Cook County Farm Bureau.