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Microgreens: small yet mighty

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

Microgreens are tasty, nutrient packed tiny plants, and are easy to grow at home. In this family-friendly workshop, participants will learn seed selection, planting, tending, and harvesting. Join…

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Foods from the Home Kitchen: Illinois Cottage Food Law

County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt

Start your food business at home as a Cottage Food Operation. In Illinois, certain foods can be made in home kitchens and sold at farmers' markets and other locations. Learn the basics of Illinois…

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Gardening on a Budget | Mount Morris

Free Viewing Session- Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
County: Ogle
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about the start-up expenses for a container garden and plan your produce to…
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4‑H Global Gourmet: Explore India!

at Grayslake Public Library
County: Lake

Join us at the Grayslake Area Public Library for the next Global Gourmet session on Tuesday, April 14, at 4:30 PM! During this hands‑on cultural cooking experience, youth will explore India’s rich…

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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

County: Jackson
Many studies have shown Tai Chi to be one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls. Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Program is recognized by the CDC as an…
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Press Pause: Practical Mindfulness for Busy Lives

Healthy Minds, Strong Communities Series
County: McLean
Come ready to relax, learn, and build something meaningful for your well-being. 

Feeling stressed? Mindfulness can help you slow down, breathe, and feel more in control. In this hands-on…

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Get Out of the House Now!

Crossing Garden Education Series
County: Macon

The Crossing Garden Education Series will guide you through a full gardening season -- from starting seeds and nurturing young plants to harvesting big and wrapping things up for the year. Along…

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Land Leasing Basics

Legal Training for Illinois Small Farms Webinar Series
Don't let a loose lease delay a farm's growth. 

Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may only think about the lease itself once things go wrong. Prevent…

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Preserve the Season - Sheffield

County: Bureau

Are you ready for SUMMER?
Discover how to preserve the season. Join Susan Glassman, Health and Community Wellness Food and Nutrition Educator to learn food preservation methods along with food…

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Woodshop Safety Workshop

County: Jersey

Learn about a variety of woodworking tools and how they can be used safely and effectively. Participants will explore common hand and power tools, discover what each tool is designed to do, and…

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