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Certified Livestock Manager Training | Monmouth

2026 Certified Livestock Management In-Person Training
Strengthen livestock facility management through Certified Livestock Manager Training 

Staff can get certified through one of University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois…

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Gardener's Pathway & Artisan Market

Come to this annual gardening workshop!
County: DeKalb
Hosted by the DeKalb County Master Gardeners

Grow your skills, spark your creativity, and connect with fellow plant lovers at this year’s Gardening Workshop and Artisan Market—a full day designed…

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Day of Dabbling

County: Ogle

Ogle County 4‑H is welcoming families to an exciting, hands‑on morning of discovery at Day of Dabbling, a youth learning event packed with creativity, curiosity, and fun.

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2026 Crop Management Conference | Online

Dig deeper into what is impacting Illinois crop production.

Make the most informed decisions for a farm by getting the latest research updates from crop science experts at University of Illinois…

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Pruning Young Shade Trees

Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series
Proper pruning is critical to young trees.

Young shade trees face a variety of challenges in the landscape, resulting in surprisingly low survival rates for many of these plants. While planting…

2026 Gateway Green Conference

County: Madison
Support a thriving, sustainable environment. 

Natural resource professionals play a key role in protecting our communities’ environmental assets. With ongoing research and changing conditions…

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Virtual Reality for Cognitive and Social Engagement Among Older Adults

Community Seminar Series: Springtime Science 2026
Explore how virtual reality is transforming cognitive and social engagement for older adults.

Virtual reality (VR) systems have evolved, become more powerful and accessible to consumers, and offer…

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Gardening for Pollinators | Belvidere

Boone County Master Gardeners
County: Boone
Join us for Gardening for Pollinators, a vibrant program that shows how to create welcoming habitats for bees, butterflies, and other essential creatures that keep our ecosystems thriving. You’…
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Introduction to Hydroponics | Oregon

County: Ogle

Hosted by University of Illinois Extension & Rock River Center, Inc.

Curious about growing plants without soil? Ready to explore a modern, efficient way to garden? Join us for an…

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Kitchen Herb Gardening | Stillman Valley

Ogle County Master Gardeners
County: Ogle
Do you love cooking, baking, or crafting fresh cocktails? Growing your own herbs makes everything taste better! Join Ogle County Master Gardener Phil Bratta for an engaging tutorial on creating…
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