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Rise and Shine Sourdough Workshop

4-H Project Road Show Series
County: Marion, Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Washington

Discover the art of sourdough in this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn essential techniques — from mixing and folding to scoring beautiful designs. Participants will bake a loaf of sourdough…

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Oceans of Wonder

Cloverbud Workshop-Woodford County
County: Woodford
Float over to the Woodford County Extension office to learn all about the amazing oceans and the creatures that live there.Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Location:…
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Springfield Agronomy Summit

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

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

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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

County: Bureau

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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Conservation@Home Evaluator Training

In-person for Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell counties
County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Master Volunteers who are looking to certify as an evaluator can join us for continuing education.

Master Volunteers can help their community become part of a conservation movement! Join our…

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Edge of Field Practices

Sustainability on the Farm
County: Bureau

Sustainability on the Farm is a series of educational programs designed to empower farmers and landowners with the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable agricultural practices on their land…

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Illinois Beginning Orchard Academy (IBOA)

Your Online Start to Orchard Success
County: JoDaviess, Stephenson, Winnebago

Ready to grow fruit trees with confidence? The Illinois Beginning Orchard Academy (IBOA) is a six-week online training designed to give new growers the knowledge and tools to start and manage an…

Nursery School Lessons in Gardening tools and plants over soil

Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening Symposium

County: Rock Island
A day of gardening inspiration and learning

Join University of Illinois Extension educators, local experts, and Master Gardeners for a full day of inspiration, practical workshops, and community…

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Fossil Identification Workshop

County: LaSalle

Join us for a fascinating exploration of Illinois' prehistoric past. This hands-on program is designed for fossil enthusiasts of all ages and will provide participants with the knowledge and…

4-H Reading and Art Hour

4-H Reading and Art Hour

February Session
County: Ford
Spend an afternoon with Ford County 4-H at the Paxton Carnegie Library (254 S Market St, Paxton, IL 60957) for our 4-H Reading and Art Hour on Monday, February 23.We would love to share a time of…

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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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