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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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Farm and Flowers Cloverbud Workshop

County: Christian
Come plant, create, and play with the Christian County Youth Leadership Team!
 Our Youth Leadership Team is hosting a fun-filled, farm- and flower-themed adventure just for Cloverbud youth.…
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Golden Hour Gardening: Pizza in a Pot

County: Williamson
Have you ever wished you could grow your own pizza ingredients right in your backyard? Now you can with Pizza in a Pot, part of the Golden Hour Gardening Series! Join 4‑H Educator Toni Kay Wright for…
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Garden Planning Workshop

LaSalle Public Library
County: LaSalle

Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…

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Rural Roots Family Fun Day

County: Stark

Rural Roots Family Fun Day at the Wyoming Public Library on Thurs, May 28, from 10–11:30 AM
Bring the whole family for a FREE day of learning and fun as we celebrate our agricultural heritage…

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Rural Roots Family Fun Day

County: Stark
Bring the whole family for a FREE day of learning and fun as we celebrate our agricultural heritage with Illinois Extension and community partners!Visit a variety of stations to enjoy:Free Petting…

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ServSafe Training and Exam

The Food Protection Manager Certificate course caters perfectly to those aiming for certification in Food Protection Management for Illinois. Through ServSafe, which boasts ANSI-CFP accreditation…

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YQCA training

County: Jefferson

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…

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Nature Wellness Walk

County: Cook

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…

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Nature Journaling Workshop

Hennepin Canal (Lock 9)
County: Bureau

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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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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