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Honey and Health

County: McLean
How sweet it is! 

Honey, a gift from our friends the bees. Get the scoop on honey and how to use it in your recipes.

This program is free to attend! To register, contact the Danvers…

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McHenry County 4-H International Night

County: McHenry
4‑H Passport to the World Open House

Embark on a global adventure right here in McHenry County. Our 4‑H clubs are excited to showcase their Passport to the World projects—an immersive celebration…

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4-H International Night 2026

DuPage County and Kane County
County: DuPage, Kane
Travel the World without leaving the suburbsFriday, Feb. 27 | 6-8 p.m. | DuPage Events Center | Wheaton

Would you like to explore multiple…

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Open Office Hours

Dig into Farm Planning
County: Cook

Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm 
January 9, 16 and 23, 2026
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026

Drop in to use our conference room, internet, printer, refreshments and work on your farm…

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2026 Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden - Jackson County

County: Jackson

Have you noticed different birds at your feeders? Although ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected visitors to gardens east of the Rocky Mountains, several species of vagrant hummingbirds have…

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Bureau, LaSalle, and Marshall-Putnam 4-H Public Speaking Contest

County: LaSalle

Want to build your public speaking skills?

Join the 4-H Public Speaking Contest! This is your chance to share your voice, gain confidence, and get helpful feedback in a supportive…

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2026 Gardening Insights

County: Macon
Join the Macon County Master Gardeners for a morning packed with inspiring gardening sessions! Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you'll pick up fresh ideas, tips, and…
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Gardener's Pathway & Artisan Market

Come to this annual gardening workshop!
County: DeKalb
Hosted by the DeKalb County Master Gardeners

Grow your skills, spark your creativity, and connect with fellow plant lovers at this year’s Gardening Workshop and Artisan Market—a full day designed…

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Piatt County Packing Event

Piatt County 4-H
Join us to make a difference!
 
We’re excited to share that Piatt County 4-H has received a $1,000 Food Advocacy Grant!
With this support, we are partnering with Illini Fighting Hunger…
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Joys of Gardening

A Saturday of Horticulture Fun!
County: Stephenson
Join us for the 27th Annual JOYS OF GARDENING on February 28, 2026, for a Saturday of Horticulture Fun!The event runs from 8:25 a.m. to Noon (registration at 8 a.m., keynote at 8:25 a.m.) at Highland…

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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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