Youth ages 8–18 from Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties are invited to showcase their kitchen know-how at the upcoming Kitchen Skillathon. This fun and educational competition will test participants’ knowledge of cooking tools, meat cuts, general cooking skills, and more. The event will be held on Saturday, March 28th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (registration begins at 9:30 a.m.) at Country Financial Hall, 90 W. Pine St., Albion, IL 62806.
Prizes will be awarded to the top five participants in two age divisions:
Junior Division: Ages 8–13
Senior Division: Ages 14–18
Participation is open to all youth in the eligible counties—membership in 4-H is not required.
Study guides are available at: go.illinois.edu/SkillathonStudyGuide
Register online: go.illinois.edu/KitchenSkillathon
For questions, contact the Edwards County Extension Office at 618-445-2934.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, contact Samantha Gaither at sgaither@illinois.edu or by phone at 618-445-2934. Early requests are strongly encouraged to ensure your needs can be met.