Edible Mushrooms of Illinois

A practical primer on foraging wild mushrooms in Illinois, led by Liz Weinstein, president of the Illinois Mycological Association and a fungal survey scientist. The Wednesday evening talk on July 29, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, covers mushroom basics, seasonal availability, where to look, identifying characteristics, and common lookalikes. By the end, you should be able to recognize several local edible species and understand the region's mushroom terrain. The event takes place at the Austin branch; registration is active, and accessibility requests should be made at least 14 business days in advance.