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Spring Wellness Walk

July
County: Cook

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during these slow and leisurely walks that can lead to…

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Master Gardener Informational Booth

County: Christian

Not sure what vegetables, fruit, or flowers would work best for your needs? Have a plant dying or a problem with a tree or pest? Christian County Master Gardeners will be available …

Kankakee County 4-H Show July 26, 2025 9-11:30 am Kankakee County Fairgrounds

Kankakee County 4-H Show

County: Kankakee

Come join us at the annual Kankakee County 4-H Show to check out the accomplishments of our youth's hard work from the past year as they compete for awards and a chance to represent Kankakee…

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Gerald White Prairie Wagon Tour (2)

McDonough County Conservation Tours
County: McDonough

After nearly 20 years of prairie reconstruction work, the White Family Prairie is a diverse ecosystem of plants, drawing numerous types of wildlife. At 11 acres, this prairie has undergone years…

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Magnificent Moths

Giant City State Park
County: Union, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Alexander

Join us at Giant City Park on Saturday, July 26 at 10:00 a.m. as we celebrate National Moth Week with Magnificent Moths! This interactive event is free and open to the public, with activities for…

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2025 Illinois 4-H State eSports Competition

Registration is open!

We're excited to announce the 2025 Illinois 4-H State Esports Competition, taking place Saturday, July 26th from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at the Illinois Wesleyan University Esports…

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Pollinators in the Park

DeWitt and Piatt County Master Gardeners
Join us for Pollinators in the Park and learn about hummingbirds!  Learn about the ruby-throated hummingbird, their preferred habitats, plants and flowers, along with feeding tips. …
Meteor Shower

Meteor Shower Watch Party

County: Livingston
Explore the Night Sky at Our 3rd Annual Meteor Shower Watch Party!
Hosted by the Illinois Grand Prairie Master Naturalists in collaboration with the Prairie Lands Foundation
 Enjoy an…

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Grundy County 4-H Fair July 26-28, 2025
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Grundy County 4-H Fair

County: Grundy

Come join us at the annual Grundy County 4-H Fair to check out the accomplishments of our youth's hard work from the past year as they compete for prizes and a chance to represent Grundy County at…

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Cheer Camp

for ages 5-12
County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Get Ready to Cheer: Join Us for 4-H Cheer Camp!
Hey awesome kids ages 5-12! Come have a blast at the 4-H Cheer Camp! Learn cool cheers, master cheerleading basics, and create your own cheer…

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