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2026 Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden - Williamson County

County: Williamson

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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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

AM Session
County: Putnam

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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Seed Starting and Saving for Gardeners

Reddick Public Library
County: LaSalle

Get a jump start on the growing season! Participants will learn practical techniques for starting seeds indoors, discover which seeds can be direct-sown outdoors, and explore methods for saving…

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Honey and Health

County: McLean
How sweet it is! 

Honey, a gift from our friends the bees. Get the scoop on honey and how to use it in your recipes.

This program is free to attend! To register, contact the Danvers…

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McHenry County 4-H International Night

County: McHenry
4‑H Passport to the World Open House

Embark on a global adventure right here in McHenry County. Our 4‑H clubs are excited to showcase their Passport to the World projects—an immersive celebration…

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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…

A ruby-throated hummingbird flying near a red flower.

2026 Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden - Jackson County

County: Jackson

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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Piatt County Packing Event

Piatt County 4-H
Join us to make a difference!
 
We’re excited to share that Piatt County 4-H has received a $1,000 Food Advocacy Grant!
With this support, we are partnering with Illini Fighting Hunger…
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Youth Large Animal Livestock Clinic

County: Grundy, Kendall
The Youth Large Animal Livestock Clinic is back, and spots are limited!

The Kendall-Grundy Farm Bureau, in partnership with Illinois Extension, is offering a Large Animal Livestock Workshop this…

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Fish and Wildlife Workshop

Open to the Public
County: Lake

Step into the world of wildlife with Kelly Ishmael, U.S. Wildlife Inspector, for an unforgettable, hands‑on experience that brings the wonders, and challenges of global wildlife conservation 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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