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Wee Nats

Rocks
County: Stephenson
Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and…
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The Great Seed Event 2026

McHenry County
County: McHenry

McHenry County's third annual all-things-seeds event: vegetables, natives, flowers and herbs. Vendors, demos and a seed swap!

Register today! General Admission is free and there will be a…

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Speaking for Illinois 4-H Training February

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You love 4-H. We need you to help tell that story to the public. 4-H members received advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings held throughout the…

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Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

Rocks
County: Winnebago
Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a…

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Joliet Agronomy Summit

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

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

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Forming an LLC

Legal Training for Illinois Small Farms Webinar Series
Discover the key questions to ask before selecting the LLC option. 

If you or your producers are curious about the details of an LLC, you’re not alone. Most farmers choose the LLC as their…

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Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library

Rocks
County: JoDaviess

Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…

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Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: Straw Weaving Bracelet

Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…

books stacked, two with pages flipped open, and text "spark at the Library" with sparkle icons and the 4-H clover logo

Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Snowman Painting

Richland County
County: Richland
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public…
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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

County: LaSalle

This is an in-person, test-only session.  Only the private exam will be offered.

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

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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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