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Plants of Concern Herbarium Mounting - Jackson County

County: Jackson

Are you interested in mounting herbarium specimens for the Plants of Concern Program and Southern Illinois University Carbondale? Sessions will rotate through different Illinois Extension Offices…

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McHenry County 4-H International Night

County: McHenry
4‑H Passport to the World Open House

Embark on a global adventure right here in McHenry County. Our 4‑H clubs are excited to showcase their Passport to the World projects—an immersive celebration…

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4-H International Night 2026

DuPage County and Kane County
County: DuPage, Kane
Travel the World without leaving the suburbsFriday, Feb. 27 | 6-8 p.m. | DuPage Events Center | Wheaton

Would you like to explore multiple…

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2026 Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden - Jackson County

County: Jackson

Have you noticed different birds at your feeders? Although ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected visitors to gardens east of the Rocky Mountains, several species of vagrant hummingbirds have…

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Open Office Hours

Dig into Farm Planning
County: Cook

Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm 
January 9, 16 and 23, 2026
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026

Drop in to use our conference room, internet, printer, refreshments and work on your farm…

Nature Journaling

Nature Journaling Through the Seasons at Humiston Woods

Trees in Winter
County: Livingston

Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling. During these hands-on workshops, participants will learn how to…

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Snake Road Sentinels - Spring Workshop

County: Union, Pulaski, Massac, Johnson, Alexander

Have you heard the calling to become a community scientist? Attend this in-person or online training February 28 to help us collect data along Snake Road in the Shawnee National Forest. Click here…

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Joys of Gardening

A Saturday of Horticulture Fun!
County: Stephenson
Join us for the 27th Annual JOYS OF GARDENING on February 28, 2026, for a Saturday of Horticulture Fun!The event runs from 8:25 a.m. to Noon (registration at 8 a.m., keynote at 8:25 a.m.) at Highland…
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2026 Gardening Insights

County: Macon
Join the Macon County Master Gardeners for a morning packed with inspiring gardening sessions! Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you'll pick up fresh ideas, tips, and…
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Jersey County 4-H Trivia Night

County: Jersey

Join us for a fun-filled Trivia Night Fundraiser supporting Jersey County 4-H! Put your knowledge to the test, enjoy a night of friendly competition, and help raise funds that support local youth…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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