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Pruning Basics

Utica Public Library
County: LaSalle

Pruning may seem a daunting task if you don’t know where to start. Learn about pruning basics including tools, tips, timing, and techniques for pruning trees and shrubs in your yard.

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Nourish the Garden Within

County: Rock Island

Just like a thriving garden needs the right soil, sunlight, and care, your gut depends on balance, nourishment, and variety to flourish. In this session, Kristin Bogdonas…

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2026 FCS Conference

County: Massac, Pulaski, Johnson, Union, Alexander

Unlock the magic! Join us at 8:00 a.m. at Shawnee Community College on April 9  for the Family and Consumer Sciences Conference. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in three…

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Diabetes Support Group

Help! I’m Tired of Cooking
County: Monroe

Are you or someone you care about living with diabetes, or at risk for developing diabetes or other chronic illnesses? Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Kris Juelfs, with University of Illinois…

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Leaf it to the Library

Raingardens and Landscape Design
County: Rock Island

Join Emily Swihart, Illinois Extension horticulture educator, for these free programs at the East Moline Public Library. The programs are free, but registration is required through the library. Be…

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Cooking Under Pressure

DeWitt County Nutrition and Wellness
This isn't your grandma's manual pressure cooker. Electric pressure cookers help tenderise meat, cook grains, beans, and vegetables quickly, and can even make desserts. Learn the basics of using the…
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April in Paris Gardening Seminar

County: Edgar

Edgar County Master Gardeners are hosting the April in Paris Garden Seminar again! The event will offer four speakers, vendors, and breakfast.

This year's speakers and subjects are:

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Montgomery
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

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Rise & Shine

County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt

After sleeping at night, your body is ready for nourishment when you wake up. Eating breakfast is healthy and recommended. Discuss sweet-and-savory breakfast pairings, explore your barriers to…

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Garlic Mustard Pull

County: Johnson
Friends of the Shawnee National Forest, Shawnee National Forest, and Illinois Extension are partnering up to host garlic mustard pulls on April 10 and April 17 at Trigg Tower. We will meet on these…

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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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