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Herbs

Spring Break Gardening Series
County: JoDaviess

Herb gardens are becoming increasingly popular for many reasons. This program will touch on how to grow herbs in small spaces, uses for the herbs you are growing, and how you can potentially…

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4-H Rabbit Workshop

Wabash County

If you're showing rabbits at this year's fair, plan to attend the 4-H Rabbit Workshop! 

This a hands-on experience for youth to learn about rabbit selection and how to get their rabbit…

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Hardin County Junior Gardeners

County: Hardin

Join Illinois Extension staff and volunteers in some fun, hands-on learning about nature, gardening, and the environment! This exciting opportunity is open to Hardin County 3rd-5th graders. All…

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Sheep Weigh In

McHenry County
County: McHenry
McHenry County Fairgrounds COUNTY FAIR ONLY: The following rules can be found in the McHenry County 4-H Livestock showbookAll market lambs must have been tattooed by McHenry County…

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Homegrown Harvest: Warm Season Crops

Gardening Workshop Series
County: Macon

Homegrown Harvest is a series of free, family-friendly vegetable garden workshops designed to support beginning gardeners through the growing season. Topics include seed starting, warm and cool…

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Meditation Mornings

County: Cook

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday…

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Golden Garden Days: Southern Celebration

Master Gardeners celebrate 50 years of impact
County: St. Clair
Grow your gardening knowledge and skills as we celebrate 50 years of Master Gardener impact through hands-on workshops, tours, and expert advice! 

 

Join Master Gardeners as we…

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Container Gardens

DeWitt and Piatt County Master Gardeners

Container Gardens with DeWitt & Piatt County Master Gardeners

Learn about the advantages of gardening in containers and tips for creating a beautiful flower container garden. We'll cover…

4-H Volunteer Café Conversations: Making the Connection Between 4-H Project Learning Experiences and Careers!

The next 4-H Volunteer Cafe Conversation is scheduled for Thursday, May 8;  6:30 - 7:45 PM. Please log on a few minutes early to check in. 

Come prepared to share how you have…

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Actions to Reduce Water Pollution

Everyday Environment Webinar Series
You can help make a difference in water quality drop by drop. 

What’s in your water? How can your actions help reduce and prevent water pollution? Discover what the most common water…

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