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4-H Public Speaking Contest

County: Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, Washington

Sign up today for the 4-H Public Speaking Contest! The contest is open to 4-H youth in Bond, Clinton, Marion, Jefferson, & Washington counties interested in showing off their skills!

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Afterschool Networking Group Meeting

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…

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Take Charge of Your Pain Webinar Series 2026

Chronic Pain Self-Management Program
Learn practical strategies to manage chronic pain.

The Take Charge of Your Pain webinar series is a group class designed to help participants better understand their symptoms and live well with…

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What's in My Food?

Decoding Chemicals and Safety
County: Jersey

Ever wonder what’s really in your food? In this eye-opening class, we’ll take a walk through the world of food chemicals—both natural and artificial. Learn how to identify them, understand their…

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Trash Blast - Iron Furnace

County: Johnson, Massac, Alexander, Pulaski, Union

Join us at Iron Furnace March 6 for our monthly Trash Blast. Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month from March through June and September through October from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.…

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State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest

Registration is open!

Mark your calendars for Friday, March 6, 2026 for the 2026 Illinois State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest!

University of Illinois Meat Science Lab10:00 a.m.…
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Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…

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Weekend Gardener

County: Madison

Join us for an enriching experience to explore the world of gardening with expert speakers and engaging discussions. Morning refreshments will be included followed by sessions. Participants…

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Home, Lawn, and Garden Day

Presented by the McLean County Master Gardeners
County: McLean

New location! Parke Regency Conference Center
Make your garden thrive with educational workshops, inspiring speakers, and horticulture treasures from exceptional businesses and organizations at…

State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl

Registration is open!

The 2026 Dairy Quiz Bowl will be held March 7, 2026 and registration is open now.

Get ready to compete in an academic-like quiz bowl while demonstrating your knowledge…

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Urbana, IL 61801

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