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Open Office Hours

Dig into Farm Planning
County: Cook

Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm 
January 9, 16 and 23, 2026
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026

Drop in to use our conference room, internet, printer, refreshments and work on your farm…

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Global Gourmet - Japan

County: Jackson
Calling all young foodies ages 8–18! Join us for a hands-on program where we travel the globe to discover new dishes from around the world. Each session will feature a dish from a different country,…
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Open Office Hours

Dig into Farm Planning
County: Cook

Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm 
January 9, 16 and 23, 2026
February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026

Drop in to use our conference room, internet, printer, refreshments and work on your farm…

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Take Charge of Your Health | Virtual

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

Learn to thrive, not just survive, with your ongoing health conditions. Discover healthy ways to live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and others. Find practical…

Bi-State Homesteading Conference set for February 20

Drawing knowledge from Illinois and Indiana

The Bi-State Homesteading Conference will take place Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET in the Beef House Oak Room, offering hands-on, research-based education for individuals…

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Theatre & Public Speaking Workshop

County: Macon

This 3-hour workshop is for youth ages 8-18. 

Participants will engage in theatre and improv games while learning key techniques to manage nervousness and enhance public speaking skills…

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Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners

Houseplants: Succulents
County: Piatt
Join us on Saturday mornings for a collection of nature-inspired stories. This session explores the charm of houseplants and succulents. Kids of all ages are welcome to attend. Come learn, imagine,…
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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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2026 Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden

County: Johnson

Have you noticed different birds at your feeders? Although ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected visitors to gardens east of the Rocky Mountains, several species of vagrant hummingbirds have…

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Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…

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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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