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Fossils of the Illinois Valley

Seneca Public Library
County: LaSalle

This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their…

A young boy wearing a backwards baseball hat witling wood.

Perry County 4-H General Projects Show

County: Perry

The Perry County 4-H General Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on June 17 at 5:30 p.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth enrolled in the appropriate fair…

A monarch butterfly on a purple cone flower. Master Gardener logo in bottom right corner.

Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

A wooden bowl filled with a variety of mixed nuts and seeds.

Nuts, Seeds, and Summer Eats

County: Jersey

Curious about cooking with nuts and seeds but not sure where to start? This summer class at the Jerseyville Library will help you crack the code. Learn the health benefits of a variety of nuts and…

Little girl and grandma mixing up some ingredients

Cooking with Grandma

County: Piatt, DeWitt, Macon

Spend the morning with grandchildren sharing laughs and making memories Practice basic kitchen skills and learn how to read a recipe. Kids may attend without a grandparent. Substitute grandmas…

woman in drive-through fundraiser with man and boy volunteer

Drive-Thru Pork Dinner Fundraiser

Friends of Extension and Kendall County 4-H Foundation
County: Kendall

 

Get a tasty pork chop or pork burger dinner in a convenient, drive-thru format on Thursday, June 18 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Kendall County Fairgrounds. Join the…

yellow and green peppers with a few red tomatoes

Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share

County: Pope

Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…

Close-up of a person holding a camera to their eye, with a green 4-H clover logo in the bottom right corner and a blurred outdoor background.

4-H Beginner Photography Workshop

County: Macoupin
This 4-H Youth Photography Workshop is designed to help young photographers enhance their skills by focusing on the critical elements of light and composition. Participants will explore how to frame…
A group of spotted pigs wandering in their fence.

Perry and Randolph County 4-H Swine Premier

County: Perry, Randolph

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Swine Premier will be held at the Wenneman's Meat Market on June 18 at 9 a.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth enrolled in the appropriate…

Purple daises.

A Botanical Evening in the Garden

County: Coles
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring evening in the beautiful Idea Garden at Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital on Thursday, June 18, from 5:30–7 p.m. Stroll through the garden and learn about the plants,…

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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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