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Back on Track - Diabetes Support Group

County: LaSalle

Learn diabetes prevention and management skills from University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Susan Glassman, MS Ed. and OSF HealthCare Clinical Dietitian Jennifer Scully…

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Dimensions of Wellness

County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt

With increased awareness of mental health, more people may understand that health is not one thing. This lesson invites participants to think broadly about different categories of health and…

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Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share

County: Pope

Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…

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What's Your Palate?

Discover the Five Flavors and How Your Taste Changes Over Time
County: Christian, Shelby

Ever wonder why your favorite foods change as you get older? Join Extension to explore the five basic tastes—sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami—and learn how your palate evolves throughout life…

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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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Weeds, Water, Pests, and Disease

Homegrown Harvest (Summer Series)
County: Macon

Homegrown Harvest is a series of family-friendly workshops designed to support vegetable gardeners of all skill levels. Discover tips and tricks for growing a successful garden! See more…

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Introduction to Invasive Species Management - McDonough County Field Day

County: McDonough

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

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Wits Fitness

Macomb
County: McDonough

Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness! 

Wits Fitness offers an engaging, research‑supported approach to lifelong brain health. Each session includes interactive activities, memory…

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Mercer County Farm in the Park

County: Mercer
Celebrate agriculture with the whole family at Farm in the Park on Friday, June 12 at Central Park in Aledo. 

Join Illinois Extension and our ag education partners in Mercer County: the Farm…

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Whiteside County Master Gardener Training

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

When: Fridays, June 12-August 28 

Time: 9am-12pm 

Location: 12923 Lawrence Rd. Sterling, IL (With occasional offsite visits) 

Cost: $225 - Please contact the…

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