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4-H General Show

Union County
County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union

Youth enrolled in 4-H in Alexander, Massac, Johnson, Pulaski, and Union County are invited to present general show projects for judging Thursdays in June from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The second…

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Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

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Introduction to Invasive Species Management - McDonough County Field Day

County: McDonough

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

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Mindful Minis and Microgreens

Vespasian Warner Public Library - Microgreens

This program encourages curiosity and connection to nature, while giving youth skills to foster calmness and well-being through caring for plants.
Youth will take home plant projects created.…

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Weeds, Water, Pests, and Disease

Homegrown Harvest (Summer Series)
County: Macon

Homegrown Harvest is a series of family-friendly workshops designed to support vegetable gardeners of all skill levels. Discover tips and tricks for growing a successful garden! See more…

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Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Champaign County Field Day

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…

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Mercer County Farm in the Park

County: Mercer
Celebrate agriculture with the whole family at Farm in the Park on Friday, June 12 at Central Park in Aledo. 

Join Illinois Extension and our ag education partners in Mercer County: the Farm…

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Wits Fitness

Macomb
County: McDonough

Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness! 

Wits Fitness offers an engaging, research‑supported approach to lifelong brain health. Each session includes interactive activities, memory…

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Whiteside County Master Gardener Training

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

When: Fridays, June 12-August 28 

Time: 9am-12pm 

Location: 12923 Lawrence Rd. Sterling, IL (With occasional offsite visits) 

Cost: $225 - Please contact the…

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Conservation Tours

Carey Boehm-Corrie - Native Lawnscaping Tour
County: McDonough
Native "Lawnscaping" Tour

Born and raised in Schuyler County, my family has owned and operated Boehm's Garden Center since 1978.  I've been immersed in plants since birth.  My husband and…

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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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