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Master Naturalist Book Club

County: Macon

Jot down your questions and thoughts as we enjoy light snacks during our lively discussions on the following books.  

Event Dates:
September 19 | Mama’s Last Hug by Frans de…

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Pollinators in the Park | Pollinator Pockets

DeWitt and Piatt County Master Gardeners
Join us, for Pollinators in the Park, at Weldon Springs! 

 

Learn how to choose native plants and design a pollinator pocket garden.

Please register by September 20

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Monarch Madness

County: Macon
Monarch Madness is an educational event created to highlight the habitat, life cycle, and importance of the Monarch butterfly.
Children and adults will have the opportunity to participate in games…
Youth shooting archery.

4-H Archery State Shoot

Register July 15-Sept 7!

Illinois 4-H State Shoots in rifle, pistol, archery, and shotgun are intended to provide an opportunity for teenage 4-H members to compete with those with like interests…

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September Cook County Nature Wellness Walk

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…

Master Urban Farmer Training - Fall 2024

Serving the Kane County area
County: Kane, DuPage, Kendall

About the program:

After completing this 12-week course, participants will understand how implementing systems and standardized production practices expands a farm's capacity to produce food…

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Lessons for Living

I’m Tired of Cooking
County: Macoupin

What’s for dinner? The question is asked 365 times a year! It’s easy to get stuck in a rut or lose inspiration, but sometimes just a few simple changes can get you back on track. Join us to learn…

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Annie's Project | Empowering Women in Agriculture

Pre-registration was required to attend this program.
County: Macon
Annie's Project empowers women in agriculture through education, networks and resources. This six week course will focus on five areas of risk management: production, financial, legal, personal and…
Vegetables in glass jars that are pickled or sliced, including carrots, green beans, corn, cucumbers, and tomatoes.

Canning with Confidence | Pressure Canning

Jersey County
County: Jersey

Join Illinois Extension and Jersey County Farm Bureau to learn how to safely pressure can all your summer produce, debunk canning myths, and practice water bath canning salsa with all the in-…

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Homegrown Harvest Workshops

County: Macon
Homegrown Harvest is a series of family-friendly workshops designed to support vegetable gardeners. Topics include safely harvesting food, pests and diseases, seed-saving, managing weeds, growing…

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