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Youth Cooking School

Edwardsville Afternoon Session
County: Madison

Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.

Participants will learn:

Basic cooking and…

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AJMPU 4-H Horse Show

County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union

Join us June 15 at J Bar S Arena in Norris City  for the 2026 4-H Horse Show. Youth from Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski and Union Counties, as well as Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Pop,…

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Pollinator Power: Flowers, Bees, and Habitat

County: Montgomery

Explore pollinators through hands-on activities that teach how flowers, bees, and habitats work together! Bring young learners for an engaging, hands-on science experience centered on pollinators…

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Learn & Have Fun at Cloverbud Camp!

for ages 5-7
County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Attention all adventurous youth ages 5-7 -- Join the 4-H Cloverbud Camp for exciting hands-on activities designed just for you. Explore topics like art, STEM, nature, animals, kitchen science,…

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Tractor Driving Contest

County: Perry, Randolph

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on Tuesday, June 16, beginning at 11 a.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

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4-H Health & Wellness Career Exploration Trip

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery
Find your spark in health and wellness! 10-11:30 a.m. - Participants will travel to Washington University & The McDonnell Genome Institute (MGI)
The McDonnell Genome Institute (MGI) was…
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June Walk & Talks

Crystal Lake Park
County: Champaign

Connect with your community and nature with Illinois Extension’s Walk & Talks series. Each session features a short interactive lesson or activity, followed by a refreshing walk on paved paths…

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Gardening in Comfort

with the Lake County Master Gardeners
County: Lake

Join us for this in-person event at the University of Illinois Extension Lake County Office!
Gardening in Comfort involves using adaptive tools, equipment, and techniques to best fit the needs…

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Auction

County: Randolph, Perry

Current 4-H youth who showcase livestock during the fair can participate in the Perry and Randolph County Livestock Auction. This event is at the Perry County Fairgrounds on June 16 at 6 p.m. and…

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Create and Design Clothing Embellishments

for ages 5-18
County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Give your wardrobe a creative glow-up! In this hands-on 4-H workshop, youth will explore fun, hands-on ways to transform everyday clothing into something totally unique. From splashes of color to…

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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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