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4-H Shooting Sports | Archery

County: Montgomery
Under the guidance of a certified instructor, youth will learn the safe and responsible handling of archery equipment and, more specifically, proper and safe archery shooting techniques. Youth will…

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Wee Nats

Trees
County: Winnebago

Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics…

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Meditation Mornings

County: Cook
Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday,…
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4-H Public Speaking Contest

County: Christian

4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently! Our Public Speaking Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a supportive environment.

Check in 5:45…

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Healthy Cents

What is healthy food? How can you afford it?

Healthy Cents is an educational program designed to help adults learn how to make healthy food choices for themselves and their families on a limited budget. Participants develop skills to make…

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Urban Farmer Training Short Course

Finding and Planning for Your Start-up Funds 
County: Cook
The Fourth in a Four Part Series
Meets online via Zoom: 6 to 8 pm on Mondays

Feb 17: Begin Planning Your Urban FarmThis session will cover the first steps you should take when planning an…
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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

AM Session
County: Marshall

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

PM Session
County: Marshall

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

Vegetable Gardening Series at Rock Island library

Seed and Plant Choices, Soils and Fertilizers
County: Rock Island

The 2nd of our five-week series from University of Illinois Extension will take place on March 10: Seed and Plant Choices, Soils and Fertilizers

Led by Emily Swihart, horticulture educator,…

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Lawrence County- SPARK at the Library: Invisible Paint

Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Eight monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…

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