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State 4-H eSports Competition

Save the date! May 9, 2026 Get ready for the ultimate 4-H esports experience! The Illinois 4-H State Esports Competition is a one-day event where youth can showcase their gaming skills, connect…

4-H Camp Kaleido

Stay tuned for information about the 2026 Camp Kaleido!

Camp Kaleido is a full-day art immersion experience where youth, ages 8-12, explore the spectrum of creative expression through…

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Mother's Day Flower Walk | Genoa

SAVE the DATE
County: DeKalb

On the day before Mother's Day, come out to the guided wildflower walks at the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Forest Preserve. The walks will start on the hour, starting at 10…

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Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

Raccoons
County: Winnebago
Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a…

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Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: First Aid Kits

Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…
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Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library

Raccoons
County: JoDaviess

Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…

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Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Pool Noodle Plane

Richland County
County: Richland
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public…

Fur Real Companionship

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Explore the healing power of companionship, even if you can't care for a pet yourself.

Discover the fantastic benefits animals bring to older adults. Research shows that pets can chase away…

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2026 Master Gardener Plant Sale

Kendall County
County: Kendall
Saturday, May 169 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Rain or shineThe 2026 sale will feature:Several varieties of tomatoes and peppersNative plantsNursery-stock perennialsMaster Gardeners on-hand to answer…
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NatureFest 2026 | Genoa

SAVE the DATE
County: DeKalb

Explore Russell Woods Forest Preserve and the Natural Resource Education Center— the only nature center in DeKalb County! They will open their doors from 10 AM to 1 PM for NatureFest. Families…

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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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