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Nature Art Explorers: Morrison-Rockwood

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

Join us for two fun-filled days of outdoor adventure and creativity! This hands-on program blends nature exploration with artistic expression, perfect for curious minds who love the outdoors. For…

Fruits and vegetables and text reading "summer learning institute NIU Rockford Conference Center Thursday, August 5th"

ABCs of School Nutrition

County: Winnebago
To uphold the highest standards in school nutrition, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) requires all school nutrition professionals to complete annual training to meet USDA Professional…
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Cloverbud Story Hour

Forestry
County: DuPage

Each week's Cloverbud Story Hour will feature classic and illustrated children’s story books that have themes around some of the many 4-H project areas. Some sessions even include a small take-…

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Wits Fitness Thomson | August

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Kara Schweitzer each month as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain and maintain and enhance cognitive…

A white bowl with peach salsa in it with tortilla chips next to the side of the bowl.

Canning Salsa with Confidence

County: Christian

Learn safe water bath canning techniques in this hands-on workshop! We’ll cover the basics of canning, how to safely adjust salsa recipes, and boost your confidence in preserving at home. You'll…

Cover Crops - Field

Getting Started with Cover Crops

County: JoDaviess
Join University of Illinois Extension for a program on “Getting Started with Cover Crops”. This program is taking place from 8 to 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, August 5 at the Stockton Public Library, 140 W…
cover crop growing in corn stubble

Cover Crop Roundtable Discussion

County: LaSalle
Sharpen your cover cropping skills and network with fellow growers! 
 Join us for an informal roundtable discussion focused on cover crops. We will discuss the previous season’s…
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Nourishing Minds: Enhancing School Wellness and Nutrition

Lake County Location
County: Lake, McHenry, Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Grundy, Kankakee, Will
Nourishing Minds: Enhancing School Wellness and NutritionDesigned for teachers and administrative staffJoin the University of Illinois Extension SNAP-Ed Educator team to explore the benefits of…

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4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon


4-H members, don't miss your chance to compete for one of nine $1,000 scholarships at the 4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Contest Skillathon!

Head to the south show ring of the…

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DIY Bottle Terrarium

Youth Workshop
County: Lee, Carroll, Whiteside, Bureau, Ogle

Explore the magical, enclosed world of bottle terrariums--self-contained plant environments within glass. Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Bruce Black to explore terrariums, their…

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