Events
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Certified Food Protection Manager Course
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Showmanship Clinic
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Heart Smart Eating
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for U.S. adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Changes to lifestyle, including food choices, can improve symptoms like…
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Wits Fitness Thomson | March
Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Kara Schweitzer each month as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain and maintain and enhance cognitive…
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Where Will You Garden?
NOTE: Registration is required for all sessions of the Growing Great Vegetables Series by Feb. 28. Space is limited and after Feb. 28, registration is closed.
Think outside the plot.In…
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Edible Art 4-H SPIN Club
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Seed Starting: DIY Lighting Rig
One of the most common mistakes home gardeners make when starting seeds indoors is improper lighting. Learn to how provide the right kind and amount of light to help grow sturdy, healthy seedlings…
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Root Awakening: Spring Tree Tips
Spring into action and provide trees with the care they need as they emerge from dormancy. Learn how to check for winter damage, boost tree…
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School and Community Garden Training
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