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4-H Cooking School

County: Clinton

Designed for participants who are new to cooking and baking, this hands-on cooking school introduces youth to essential kitchen skills. Participants will learn kitchen and food safety, basic food…

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4-H Memorial Camp Youth Summer Session 1

General registration is open!

Adventure awaits you at every turn at 4-H Memorial Camp. Every day is packed with activities that will challenge you to try new and exciting things. Best of all, you…

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Warren County 4-H Barbeque

County: Warren

The Warren County 4‑H Barbeque brings the community together for an evening of great food and even greater purpose. Join us in supporting local 4‑H youth while enjoying a delicious, home‑cooked…

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Growing Microgreens and Herbs Indoors

County: Macoupin, Jersey

Join us for an informative and interactive session where you'll learn about the best varieties of microgreens and herbs to grow indoors, the ideal growing conditions, and essential care techniques…

Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Prophetstown

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Give your child the chance to unplug, explore, and connect with nature through our Nature Explorers SPIN Club! Designed for youth ages 8–18, this hands-on experience encourages curiosity,…

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4-H Electricity School

Join us for Electricity School on June 3, 2026 at John Wood Workforce Development Center  | 2710 N. 42nd St., Quincy

Open to all youth, ages 8-18. 4-H Membership is NOT required. Invite a…
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YQCA training

County: Bond

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…

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Container Gardening Workshop

The Pilot Garden: Cairo's Food Donation Garden
County: Alexander

Container gardens are a great option for beginner gardeners, those without a big space to garden, and those with challenging soil conditions. We’ll explore different types of container gardens…

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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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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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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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