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A map of the world created from a variety of spices from different countries.

Global Gourmet - India

County: Jackson

Calling all young foodies ages 8–18! Join us for a hands-on program where we travel the globe to discover new dishes from around the world. Each session will feature a dish from a different…

hand in a mini terrarium with succulents

Terrarium Workshop

County: Marshall, Putnam

Create your own miniature ecosystem! Join us for a hands-on Terrarium Workshop where participants will create their own miniature garden using plants and moss. This interactive program will guide…

Rows of green crops at a community garden. People working on the crops in between the rows.

Homegrown Harvest: Seed Sowing

Gardening Workshop Series
County: Macon

Homegrown Harvest is a series of free, family-friendly vegetable garden workshops designed to support beginning gardeners through the growing season. Topics include seed sowing, soil health,…

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Natural area at Sand Ridge Nature Center with text "Junior Master Naturalist 4-H Special Interest Club Illinois Extension" Source: Matthew Stinson
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Junior Master Naturalist 4-H SPIN Club

Cook County

Explore Nature with the 2026 Cook County Junior Master Naturalist Program!
Are you a young leader who cares about your community, the environment, and creating a more just and sustainable…

Fulton 4-H Public Speaking Contest & Performing Arts Show

County: Fulton

Join us for a morning of talent, creativity, and confidence as Fulton County 4-H members take the stage for the Public Speaking Contest and Performing Arts Show!

4-H youth will showcase…

a bouquet of pink and white tulips on a gray background

2026 Ready.Set.Grow! Gardening Workshop

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

2026 Ready...Set...Grow...Gardening Workshop, on Saturday, March 28 from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Sauk Valley Community College (173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021).
Join the Master Gardeners of Carroll,…

scary looking beetle

4-H Spring Workshop Series: Entomology

Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell 4-H
County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

We invite you to join us for one or more of our Spring Workshop Series! 

It’s time to get the creative juices flowing before you finalize which 4-H projects to tackle this year. Each…

notebook with drawing of plant

Nature Journaling Workshop

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
County: Marshall

Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling.  During these hands-on workshops, participants will learn…

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Equine Care & Veterinary Skills Workshop

County: Bond

Join us for an interactive, behind-the-scenes look at equine care and veterinary practices at the Greenville University Barn! This hands-on workshop is designed for youth interested in horses,…

Vermilion County 4-H Sewing SPIN Club with sewing machine and fabrics in background

Vermilion County 4-H Sewing SPIN Club

Intro to Sewing
County: Vermilion

Join Our 4-H Sewing SPIN Club!
Are you a young, creative mind eager to learn the art of sewing? Look no further! Our 4-H Sewing Club is the perfect place for you to unleash your creativity and…

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