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BBQ seasoning

Make it for Dad: BBQ Blend Workshop

County: Jefferson

Participants will explore the science behind flavor as they mix and create their own custom BBQ rubs - perfect for gifting to Dad on Father's Day.

Understand the science of taste and flavor.…
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Lego Robotics Day Camp

County: Clinton

Build it. Code it. Watch it MOVE! 🚀
Join us for a LEGO Robotics Workshop on June 15 at 9 a.m. at the Clinton County Extension Office. Get ready to snap, stack, and program your way to robotic…

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Nibbles Kids Gardening Club | Sycamore

Every Monday in June
County: DeKalb
Give your young grower the chance to dig in, explore, and discover the magic of gardening this summer! Children ages 5–18 (as of 9/1/2025) are invited to join the Nibbles Kids Gardening Club for…
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YQCA training

County: Marion

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…

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Overhead view of a world map at the center of a table, surrounded by a wide variety of international foods.
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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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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…

A monarch butterfly on a purple flower.

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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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…

"Summer Fun with 4-H!" in front of craft supplies

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 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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