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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…

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4-H General Show

Pulaski-Alexander County
County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union

Youth enrolled in 4-H in Alexander, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, and Union County are invited to present general show projects for judging Thursdays in June from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The first show…

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Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

County: Stephenson
Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner reaches the appropriate pressure needed to process low-acid foods, such as…
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Eat and Educate - Hold that Thought

Strong and Steady
County: Randolph

Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Have you ever misplaced your keys or cell phone? Have you ever forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered…

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Coffee Talk at Hoopeston Public Library

June Session
County: Vermilion

Join Illinois Extension and OMNI 4 All for Coffee Talk at the Hoopeston Public Library (110 N 4th St., Hoopeston, IL 60942).

This three-part series will teach participants on eating to…

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Fossils of the Illinois Valley

Princeton Public Library
County: Bureau

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…

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Trash Blast - Dutchman Lake

County: Johnson, Pulaski, Alexander, Massac, Union

Join us at Dutchman Lake on June 5 for the June Trash Blast. Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month from March through June and September through October from 1 pm to 3 pm at…

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Let's Make Salsa

County: Jersey

Love salsa? Come learn how to make the most out of your summer produce by making fresh salsa! This class is open to all ages and will involve hands-on practice making a variety of different salsas…

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Intro to Beekeeping

Will County 4-H
County: Will
Are your kids interested in bees?  Looking for an introduction to the beekeeping 4-H project?

Join Illinois Extension, in partnership with the Will County Beekeepers Association, for an…

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Planting Herbs for Pollinators: Support Your Local Bees, Butterflies, and Beyond!

County: Johnson
Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator, Kimberly Rohling, for a program designed to help you create a pollinator-friendly herb garden! In this session, you'll learn how to select, plant, and…

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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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