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Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

County: Stephenson
Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner reaches the appropriate pressure needed to process low-acid foods, such as…
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Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

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Let's Make Salsa

County: Jersey

Love salsa? Come learn how to make the most out of your summer produce by making fresh salsa! This class is open to all ages and will involve hands-on practice making a variety of different salsas…

Pork chops are sizzling on a charcoal grill.

Henderson County 4-H Barbeque

County: Henderson

The Henderson County 4‑H Barbeque is your chance to enjoy a delicious, home‑cooked meal while supporting the incredible youth who make 4‑H strong. Join us for great food, community spirit, and an…

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Agriculture Drone Education Day

Drones have rapidly become a powerful tool in modern farming practices.

The use of drones in agriculture has steadily gained traction, particularly in the application of agricultural inputs such as…

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Mindful Minis and Microgreens

Goose Creek District Public Library - Terrariums

This program encourages curiosity and connection to nature, while giving youth skills to foster calmness and well-being through caring for plants.
Youth will take home plant projects created.…

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Trash Blast - Dutchman Lake

County: Johnson, Pulaski, Alexander, Massac, Union

Join us at Dutchman Lake on June 5 for the June Trash Blast. Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month from March through June and September through October from 1 pm to 3 pm at…

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Nature Journaling: Field Sketching & Close Observation

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Facilitator: Peggy West

Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: 10 AM - 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, June 7

Location:  Quail Meadow Pavilion:  W Fussner Rd, Brimfield, IL

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Art in Nature

County: Livingston

Create, explore, and imagine! Art in Nature encourages families to use nature as their art studio. Participants will experiment with colors, shapes, and textures found in the woods while creating…

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4-H Summer Sizzle Shoot

County: Marshall, Putnam

The Chillicothe Sportsmen's Club (CSC) and the 4-H Shooting Sports Clubs of Marshall-Putnam counties are co-sponsoring a statewide shooting sport meet on June 06, 202 (Rain or Shine). 

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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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