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Mindful Minis and Microgreens

Vespasian Warner Public Library - Microgreens

This program encourages curiosity and connection to nature, while giving youth skills to foster calmness and well-being through caring for plants.
Youth will take home plant projects created.…

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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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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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Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Champaign County Field Day

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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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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Conservation Tours

Carey Boehm-Corrie - Native Lawnscaping Tour
County: McDonough
Native "Lawnscaping" Tour

Born and raised in Schuyler County, my family has owned and operated Boehm's Garden Center since 1978.  I've been immersed in plants since birth.  My husband and…

Canned Green beans

Preserving Practice: Pressure Canning Green Beans

County: Winnebago

Green beans are a summer favorite for many home gardeners. With their ease of cultivation, high yields, and versatility, they are among the most commonly grown vegetables in home gardens. If you…

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2026 Champaign County 4-H Dog Show

County: Champaign

Join us at the 2026 4-H General Projects and Livestock Shows! 

4-H members from Champaign County will proudly showcase the skills and knowledge they’ve gained throughout the year. Local…

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Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health

County: Mercer

Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program, Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois Extension…

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Randolph and Perry County 4-H Small Pet Show

County: Randolph, Perry

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Small Pet Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 9 a.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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