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The Eight Dimensions of Wellness for Early Childcare Providers

in McHenry County
County: McHenry
     Early childhood educators play an essential role in shaping the social, emotional, and physical development of young children—yet their own wellness is often overlooked. To…

State 4-H: The Art of Coping

Registration is open!

As the school year ramps up and finals approach, this FREE 4-H virtual workshop gives youth a chance to pause, reset, and build practical stress management skills. Through…

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Spark Before Dark

Wabash County

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new, helping them find their spark. Spark Before Dark will be held at the Wabash County Extension Office and…

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Backyard Pumpkin Patch

County: Washington, Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion

Join Illinois Extension for a free, hands-on workshop all about creating your own Backyard Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins may be a fall favorite, but successful harvests start long before autumn arrives…

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Final Stretch Learning

Easy, engaging Ag in the Classroom lessons for end-of-year learning

As the school year winds down, finding meaningful, ready‑to‑use lessons can be a challenge. Final Stretch Learning is a teacher professional development opportunity hosted by Ag in the Classroom…

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Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Kite Making

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…
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Rend Lake Pollinator Garden Stewardship Day

County: Franklin

University of Illinois Extension is partnering with the US Army Corps of Engineers to provide public pollinator garden stewardship opportunities at the Rend Lake Project Office Visitor Center from…

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Stewardship Week 2026

37th Annual Stewardship Week at Dixon Springs Ag Center
County: Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Pope, Saline, White

University of Illinois Extension is pleased to offer the 37th annual Stewardship Week Program! Open to youth in grades K-6, our goal is to educate students about the management of our natural land…

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From Peel to Plate

Reducing Food Waste One Bite at a Time
County: Christian, Shelby

Fun fact: April is Winning at Reducing Food Waste Month!

Learn how to make the most of the food you bring home. This class looks at simple ways to cut food waste, store foods safely, and…

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Nourish Your Heart

County: Rock Island

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. However, many of the risk factors contributing to heart disease are preventable through lifestyle changes, including dietary…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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