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Don't Go It Alone

improving your social connections

Studies show that more than 20% of adults in the United States feel lonely, isolated, or both. Research increasingly points to social isolation and loneliness as profoundly affecting quality of…

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Drive-Thru Pork Dinner Fundraiser 2024

Friends of Extension and Kendall County 4-H Foundation
County: Kendall

 

Get a tasty pork chop or pork burger dinner in a convenient, drive-thru format on June 20 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Kendall County Fairgrounds (new location). Join the…

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Fun in the Kitchen!

Nutrition and Wellness
County: DeWitt

Join us for Fun in the Kitchen!

Come and have some fun while learning safety around the kitchen—acquire skills in using utensils, food safety, measuring, and reading recipes.

Youth…

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Cooking with Chemistry

for ages 8-18

4-H Cooking with Chemistry Camp: A Culinary Adventure for Youth
In this exciting opportunity, young culinary enthusiasts can explore the fascinating science behind their favorite foods and…

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Create a Pollinator Habitat

Macoupin County
County: Macoupin

Diversity is key to the ecosystem. Learn what plants you can add to your landscape to create a haven for native pollinators. Join Andrew Holsinger, horticulture educator as he provides a list of…

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Cloverbud Camp (Day 1)

Williamson County 4-H
Learn about nature, wildlife, and gardening!

Cloverbud Camp is the perfect day camp experience for little adventurers aged 5-8. Cloverbud camp takes place on June 20 and 21 from 9 -11 a.m.…

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DSAC Youth Gardening Class

County: Pope

Extension staff and volunteers are once again offering summer youth gardening classes at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center. These classes are a great way for local children to learn about…

Meeple Mayhem, your monthly board game fix

Meeple Mayhem: Your Monthly Board Game Fix!

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H Program

Each month we will bring students to the local extension office for a Tabletop Gaming Night! 


We will be focusing on different genres/mechanics of tabletop games that will…

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Kid-Cuterie Workshop | Lanark

County: Carroll

Calling all young food enthusiasts!  Embark on a delicious journey with our Kid-Cuterie program, brought to you by Illinois Extension!  Join us on Monday, June 17, from 11 am - Noon at…

Crafts of butterflies made of painted coffee filters with "Williamson County 4-H Cloverbud Camp" text.

Cloverbud Camp (Day 2)

Williamson County 4-H
County: Williamson
Learn about nature, wildlife, and gardening!

Cloverbud Camp is the perfect day camp experience for little adventurers aged 5-8. Cloverbud camp takes place on June 20 and 21 from 9 -11 a.m.…

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