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Winter-Sowing Workshop - Conservation@Home

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Winter is the perfect time to start native plants from seed. Join us to learn the winter sowing method, a simple technique that uses natural freeze–thaw cycles to break seed dormancy. In this…

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Wits Workout

County: Franklin

Keeping your brain healthy should be a priority throughout your life – not just in your later years. The Wits Fitness Brain Health program has been in existence since 2015. Adults meet regularly…

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Changing Climate and Historic Pests

Community Tree Care Series Webinars
Properly caring for trees fosters healthy and resilient communities.

Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…

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Forming an LLC

Legal Training for Illinois Small Farms Webinar Series
Discover the key questions to ask before selecting the LLC option. 

If you or your producers are curious about the details of an LLC, you’re not alone. Most farmers choose the LLC as their…

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Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: Straw Weaving Bracelet

Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…
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Soap Making Workshop

County: Jersey
Explore soap making with Wild Roots owner Tiffany Blasa! This is a hands-on soap making workshop where participants will learn the basics of soap crafting, including ingredients, safety, and simple…
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Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library

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County: JoDaviess

Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Discover how to decode food labels, bust myths, and take control of your plate.

Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening session, we'll walk through the world of natural and…

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Joliet Agronomy Summit

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

University of Illinois Extension is holding the Joliet Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the…

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SNAP-Ed Commencement Open House

County: Madison

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming SNAP-Ed Commencement, where we will celebrate the impact of the SNAP-Ed program and the dedicated staff who have supported…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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