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Cooking with Diabetes | Meal Planning

Christian County
County: Christian

Eating well is a powerful tool for managing diabetes, but a common question asked by people diagnosed with diabetes is, "What can I eat?" A diet to manage diabetes does not have to be difficult,…

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Tree ID Walks

County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt
Join us for a Tree ID Walk where you'll learn to identify tree species by their leaves, bark, and shape, explore native and introduced tree species, and discuss best practices for maintaining urban…

Digital Pressure Canning Class

County: Rock Island
The new digital pressure canner is designed to simplify your canning experience.  With precise controls and digital features,  this modern appliance ensures accuracy  and ease, making…

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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (Livingston County)

County: Livingston
Older adults are more likely to fall which can cause serious injury. The causes of falls include muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, lack of confidence at moving about, and the effect of…

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The Fuel to Fight Cancer

Lessons for Living Series 2024
Explore how the right food helps to fight cancer.

Nutrition is a tool to support cancer prevention, treatment, and care. This lesson will discuss research on how food can reduce cancer risk and…

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The Fuel to Fight Cancer | Cissna Park Community Library

Lessons at the Library
County: Iroquois, Ford, Vermilion, Champaign

Join your fellow community members and friends to participate in a variety of health-related webinars throughout the year! No matter your age, learn valuable life lessons and gain relevant, easy-…

A woman wearing a head wrap looking at cooking ingredients.

The Fuel to Fight Cancer | Rantoul Public Library

Lessons at the Library
County: Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, Vermilion

Join your fellow community members and friends to participate in a variety of health-related webinars throughout the year! No matter your age, learn valuable life lessons and gain relevant, easy-…

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Diabetes Clinic - Hydrate with Water

County: Livingston, McLean, Woodford
Did you know that water makes up, on average, about 60% of the human body? Water is essential for daily functioning.

Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to…

A bee on a honeycomb.

Beekeeping 101

Modern Homesteading Series
County: Jackson
What's the buzz on beekeeping?

Beekeeping is a multifaceted practice that offers numerous benefits to individuals, communities, and the environment. Illinois Extension is teaming up with Food…

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!

"I love Meeple Mayhem! I get to meet new people and play really fun games. Every month we learn…

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