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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Macoupin
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

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Southeastern Agronomy Summit

2026 Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits

Registration and the full event schedule will be available after December 1. For questions, please contact the event coordinator at the information below.

Strengthen farm management decisions…
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Don't Go It Alone: Improving Your Social Connections

County: Randolph

Research increasingly shows that social isolation and loneliness can deeply impact the quality of life, especially for older adults. And some studies show that more than 20% of adults in the…

State 4-H Fashion Revue

Registration is open!

4-H youth will showcase their skills in clothing construction, fashion design, and personal presentation in two competition levels: Junior (ages 8-13) and Senior (ages 14-18…

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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

This is an in-person test-only session and all exams will be available.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of Agriculture…

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Build a Better Game Day Charcuterie Board

County: Macoupin

Get ready for game day with a show-stopping charcuterie board that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to pair and plate a variety of cheeses, explore…

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Cook and Connect with Extension

County: Monroe

Join Illinois Extension for Cook and Connect, a hands-on cooking experience designed for youth ages 9–13. Participants will explore new flavors, practice teamwork, and learn mindful eating habits…

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Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit

2026 Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits
Strengthen farm management decisions by attending the Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit 

University of Illinois Extension is holding the annual Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit this winter…

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Master Naturalist Book Club

Walking with Sam by Andrew McCarthy
County: Macon

Join us each month as we read a different nature-themed book and enjoy a lively discussion. You do not have to be a Master Naturalist to participate. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. It's a great…

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Garden & Natural Resource Helpline Training

Online for Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell Counties
County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Want to help more people grow gardens or preserve natural spaces? Join our Garden & Natural Resources Helpline training and learn how to field plant-clinic calls, diagnose garden issues, and…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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