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yeast breads. 4-H yeast bread workshop

4-H Yeast Bread Workshop

County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make delicious homemade bread from scratch? Join us for a 4-H Yeast Bread Workshop and learn how to turn simple ingredients into warm, homemade bread you can…

purple map of world with 4-H Clover Emblem

Kendall County 4-H International Night

County: Kendall
Travel the World without leaving the suburbs3-4:30 p.m. - SUNDAY, APRIL 12 in Yorkville

Would you like to explore multiple countries just miles from home? At the annual 4-H International Night,…

Grow your own groceries, peas

Peas, Beans, and Cucumbers

Grow Your Own Groceries
County: Grundy, Kankakee, Will
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

a close-up of microgreen leaves

Microgreens: small yet mighty

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

Microgreens are tasty, nutrient packed tiny plants, and are easy to grow at home. In this family-friendly workshop, participants will learn seed selection, planting, tending, and harvesting. Join…

Spring Series week one plants

Good Bugs & Building Healthy Soils

Spring Series of Home Horticulture - Week 1
County: Rock Island
Join University of Illinois Extension for Spring Series of classes led by horticulture educators and local experts. In the first week topics will cover: 

Good Bugs in the Garden by Ken Johnson…

Glass jars with different pickled foods on white wooden background.

Preserve the Season - Sheffield

County: Bureau

Are you ready for SUMMER?
Discover how to preserve the season. Join Susan Glassman, Health and Community Wellness Food and Nutrition Educator to learn food preservation methods along with food…

A boy with safety glasses guiding a piece of wood through a saw. A green 4-H clover in the upper left corner.

Woodshop Safety Workshop

County: Jersey

Learn about a variety of woodworking tools and how they can be used safely and effectively. Participants will explore common hand and power tools, discover what each tool is designed to do, and…

Three older people performing tai chi movements.

Strong and Steady: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

County: Randolph
Many studies have shown Tai Chi to be one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls. Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Program is recognized by the CDC as an…
basket with tomatoes, peppers, carrots

Gardening on a Budget | Mount Morris

Free Viewing Session- Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
County: Ogle
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about the start-up expenses for a container garden and plan your produce to…
A salad made from vegetables and flowers from the garden

Edible Landscaping

at Lake Villa District Library
County: Lake

 By combining trees, vegetables, herbs, edible flowers, or small fruits and berries in aesthetically pleasing ways, edible landscapes can be just as attractive as ornamental ones. Learn how…

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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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