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Spring Series week one plants

Good Bugs & Building Healthy Soils

Spring Series of Home Horticulture - Week 1
County: Rock Island
Join University of Illinois Extension for Spring Series of classes led by horticulture educators and local experts. In the first week topics will cover: 

Good Bugs in the Garden by Ken Johnson…

Grow your own groceries, peas

Peas, Beans, and Cucumbers

Grow Your Own Groceries
County: Grundy, Kankakee, Will
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

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Healthy Minds, Strong Communities Series

Build Resilience. Nurture Well‑Being. Grow Community.
County: McLean, Livingston, Woodford
Get ready to spark your wellness journey this spring! We’re bringing together a lively mix of Extension educators for an uplifting series designed to help you recharge, reconnect, and rediscover…

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4-H Horse Orientation & New Member Sign-up

for Lake and McHenry 4-H'ers
County: McHenry
Are you interested in horses, and learning what the horse project is about?Would you like to exhibit a horse at the McHenry County Fair?Whether you are new to horses or an experienced rider/exhibitor…
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Strong and Steady: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

County: Randolph
Many studies have shown Tai Chi to be one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls. Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Program is recognized by the CDC as an…

Gardening on a Budget

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Learn how to start a container garden that nourishes your body and wallet.

Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…

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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

County: Jackson
Many studies have shown Tai Chi to be one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls. Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Program is recognized by the CDC as an…
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Foods from the Home Kitchen: Illinois Cottage Food Law

County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt

Start your food business at home as a Cottage Food Operation. In Illinois, certain foods can be made in home kitchens and sold at farmers' markets and other locations. Learn the basics of Illinois…

The Edible Wild Path Seasonal Course

County: Champaign

Illinois Extension Family and Consumer Sciences and Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy departments bring to you a seasonal beginner foraging course. Each session will have three parts:…

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Press Pause: Practical Mindfulness for Busy Lives

Healthy Minds, Strong Communities Series
County: McLean
Come ready to relax, learn, and build something meaningful for your well-being. 

Feeling stressed? Mindfulness can help you slow down, breathe, and feel more in control. In this hands-on…

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