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Gardener's Day 2026

Macomb
County: McDonough

Get ready to dig into inspiration at the 28th Annual Gardener’s Day! This special event will bring together gardening enthusiasts of all levels to enjoy engaging speakers, hands-on activities, and…

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Equine Care & Veterinary Skills Workshop

County: Bond

Join us for an interactive, behind-the-scenes look at equine care and veterinary practices at the Greenville University Barn! This hands-on workshop is designed for youth interested in horses,…

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Vermilion County 4-H Sewing SPIN Club

Intro to Sewing
County: Vermilion

Join Our 4-H Sewing SPIN Club!
Are you a young, creative mind eager to learn the art of sewing? Look no further! Our 4-H Sewing Club is the perfect place for you to unleash your creativity and…

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CJMM Horse Showmanship Workshop

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery

This Horse Showmanship at Halter Workshop will focus on teaching youth how to properly present their horse in hand for competition. Participants learn essential skills such as correct halter…

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Nature Journaling Workshop

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
County: Marshall

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…

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Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop

County: Montgomery
Learn the art and science of grafting fruit trees, a technique that can improve fruit quality, increase yield, and enhance tree health led by Andrew Holsinger, horticulture educator, and Patrick…
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Kitchen Skillathon

Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties
County: Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, Wayne

Youth ages 8-18 in Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties are invited to participate in the Kitchen Skillathon. The Skillathon is a fun competition that will test participants'…

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2026 Ready.Set.Grow! Gardening Workshop

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

2026 Ready...Set...Grow...Gardening Workshop, on Saturday, March 28 from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Sauk Valley Community College (173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021).
Join the Master Gardeners of Carroll,…

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Junior Master Naturalist 4-H SPIN Club

Cook County

Explore Nature with the 2026 Cook County Junior Master Naturalist Program!
Are you a young leader who cares about your community, the environment, and creating a more just and sustainable…

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Cloverbuds on the Farm

County: Marion, Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Washington

Our Teen Leaders will engage youth ages 5–7 in a series of educational workshops designed to promote hands-on learning. Activities include: Build a Barn, Noodle Horses, the Milking Station,…

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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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