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Illinois State 4-H Dog Show

Save the date!

The State 4-H Dog Show for youth who have been promoted from their county events will be held Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington.

8 AM  …
Learn super sitter skills: babysitter coloring with a boy

Caring Kids, Confident Sitters | SVCC

County: Lee, Whiteside, Carroll, Bureau, Ogle

Tweens and teens will learn how to become “super sitters” in this free workshop at Sauk Valley Community College, taught by 4-H Youth Educator Martha Ebbesmeyer. Participants will explore…

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Pressed Flowers on Pumpkins

County: Macoupin

Celebrate the beauty of fall with this creative activity for kids! In this hands-on activity, kids will decorate pumpkins using colorful pressed flowers, creating unique and nature-inspired art…

people walking on path with fall trees

canceled
Fall Foliage Hike

Hennepin Canal
County: Bureau

Experience fall like never before with University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists.  Our Fall Foliage Hikes invite you to slow down, connect with nature, and deepen your appreciation…

Apples growing on tree

Growing Great Apples

County: JoDaviess

"Growing Great Apples" will take place on Saturday, October 4 at 9:30 a.m. led by Grant McCarty, Local Foods and Small Farms Educator with University of Illinois Extension. McCarty will discuss…

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Fall Bird Migration and Woodpeckers at the Merwin Preserve

County: McLean
Keep your eyes on the sky! Join us on Saturday, October 4th, for a Fall Bird Migration and Woodpecker Program at Merwin Preserve. Step out into nature for a guided walk, learning more about the…
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Family Night in Nature

In Collaboration with the ParkLands Foundation
County: Woodford

Join the Master Naturalists at Family Night in Nature. We're collaborating with the ParkLands Foundation to host an event perfect for the whole family. During the evening, you'll learn what comes…

two youth hiking

Wee Nats

An Animal's Tail
County: Stephenson
Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and…
4-H at booth at Tractor Supply Grand Opening Oct 4, Smiling girl with vendor booths in the background

4-H at Moline Tractor Supply Grand Opening

Sat Oct 4, 10 am - 4 pm
County: Rock Island

We're gearing up for National 4-H week on Saturday October 4 with a booth at the Grand Opening of the new Tractor Supply Store in Moline. Stop by between 10 am 4 pm to learn about the 4-H program…

canceled
4-H Open House

County: LaSalle

Calling all families! Come learn about 4-H at our Open House.

Discover programs that empower young people to dream big and build the skills to thrive. Learn how 4-H clubs, camps, school…

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