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Garden Planning Workshop

LaSalle Public Library
County: LaSalle

Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…

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Rural Roots Family Fun Day

County: Stark

Rural Roots Family Fun Day at the Wyoming Public Library on Thurs, May 28, from 10–11:30 AM
Bring the whole family for a FREE day of learning and fun as we celebrate our agricultural heritage…

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Rural Roots Family Fun Day

County: Stark
Bring the whole family for a FREE day of learning and fun as we celebrate our agricultural heritage with Illinois Extension and community partners!Visit a variety of stations to enjoy:Free Petting…
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Eat and Educate - Cooking for 1 or 2

Strong and Steady
County: Randolph

Get inspired and learn tips and tricks to prepare easy, healthy, and delicious dishes without waste or hassle. Learn simple recipes, smart shopping tips, and meal-planning strategies that make…

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Rural Roots Family Fun Day

County: Stark

Bring the family to the Wyoming Public Library and join Illinois Extension for a fun day of learning as you celebrate our agricultural heritage! The event features a variety of activities for…

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Canning with Confidence, Food Preservation - Lacon

County: Marshall

Are you ready for SUMMER? Canning season is just around the corner.
Join Susan Glassman, MS Ed, CHES, Food and Nutrition Educator, for Canning with Confidence, an informative and engaging…

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YQCA training

County: Jefferson

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…

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Nature Wellness Walk

County: Cook

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…

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ServSafe Training and Exam

The Food Protection Manager Certificate course caters perfectly to those aiming for certification in Food Protection Management for Illinois. Through ServSafe, which boasts ANSI-CFP accreditation…

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Successful Vegetable Gardening with the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners

at North Chicago Public Library
County: Lake

Looking to start or enhance a vegetable garden? Join Lake County Master Gardeners for this presentation, where we will cover all the basics, including planning the garden (site selection,…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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