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Wild World of Woolly Worms

County: Johnson

Why did the woolly worm cross the road? Come explore the folklore around woolly worms predicting winter weather with a learning adventure and craft! This program is…

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Burn Plans, Fire Weather, and Firing Techniques: A Prescribed Burn Primer

County: Pope

Join us for a prescribed fire training at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center (Please note:  11/15 is the backup date in case weather conditions are more favorable for live fire). Co-led by…

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Penning your Past at Harrisburg District Library

County: Saline

Many of us remember hearing stories from our relatives about how life was back when. Sharing family stories help us connect, laugh, remember, and understand where we came from. Sometimes, though,…

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Embracing Differences: Mindfulness that Supports Families of Neurodivergent Children

Community Seminar Series: Autumn Health Picks 2026
Discover how mindfulness can help families of neurodivergent children foster resilience and connection.

Raising a neurodivergent child can bring joys, challenges, and stress to families. This…

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Planning for Pollinators this Fall

County: Johnson

Learn about pollinator friendly garden cleanup and fall planting of native perennials. Then stay for a workday at the pollinator gardens on the Egret Slough Trail behind the Wetlands Center. The…

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harvesting a field under a bright pink and purple sky, with Greater Peoria Farm Show logo
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Greater Peoria Farm Show Presentations 2026

County: Peoria

Meet with University of Illinois Extension agriculture experts and learn about the latest research affecting farms while attending the Greater Peoria Farm Show.

Visit the Illinois Extension…

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IL 4-H Building Brick Build Challenge - December

Our free monthly building brick challenge series is back for the 26-27 year! Each month, from October to December,  youth can create their own original builds following the month’s theme and…

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Wreath Making Workshop

Cache River Wetlands Center
County: Johnson

Join us for a free wreath making workshop! Learn how to make your own wreath using fresh cut greenery and other foraged materials. Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 618-657-…

person making wreath from natural materials

Wreath Making Workshop

Giant City Visitor Center
County: Jackson

Join us for a free wreath making workshop! Learn how to make your own wreath using fresh cut greenery and other foraged materials. Two sessions will be offered, 10:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.  and 1:…

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Cove Hollow Hike and Bird Outing

County: Jackson

Join us on December 6 as we hike the Cove Hollow Trail on the west side of Cedar Lake southwest of Carbondale. We'll watch for wildlife and learn tree and plant identification skills along the way…