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Master Gardener Hybrid Training 2026

County: LaSalle

Are you ready to take the next step in your gardening journey? University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam counties is excited to be offering a Hybrid Training…

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Fossils of the Illinois Valley

Graves-Hume Public Library
County: LaSalle

This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their…

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Nutrient Field Day

Co-hosted by IVCC, Illinois Extension, and LaSalle County Farm Bureau
County: LaSalle

Join us this fall for our Nutrient Field Day, co-hosted by Illinois Valley Community College Agriculture, Illinois Extension, and the LaSalle County Farm Bureau. This free event will feature…

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Nature Walks at Illini State Park

County: LaSalle

Join us once a month through October for guided Nature Walks at Illini State Park. Led by a University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist volunteer, each walk will explore a different…

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Birdwatching Hike

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
County: Putnam
Enjoy a guided hike through the scenic wetlands led by Illinois Extension’s Master Naturalist volunteers.  The 3,000 acre Refuge is home to more than 730 native plant species and 270 bird…

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Hydrangea Highway

Graves-Hume Public Library
County: LaSalle

Learn which hydrangea varieties perform best in our region, along with essential care and maintenance practices to keep plants healthy and blooming. The program will also cover proper pruning…

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Indoor Edible Gardens

Putnam County Library - Granville Branch
County: Putnam

Gardening is not limited to outside in the summer. The Edible Indoor Garden shows you how to grow your own fresh herbs, salad greens, and more anytime of the year.

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Bat Acoustic Walk

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
County: Putnam
Join us for an immersive nocturnal hike where you'll use specialized acoustic detectors to listen for the inaudible calls of bats. Learn about about the 13 species of bats that call Illinois home,…

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The Night Shift: Moths of Illinois

Lacon Public Library
County: Marshall

Explore the fascinating world of Illinois’ moths and the essential roles they play in our ecosystems. This program highlights moth diversity, their often-overlooked importance as pollinators, and…

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Bat-tastic Illinois!

Graves-Hume Public Library
County: LaSalle

Discover the fascinating world of bats in this engaging program! Participants will learn about the bat species found in Illinois, explore their unique life histories, and uncover the vital…