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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Montgomery
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

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Pruning Basics

Utica Public Library
County: LaSalle

Pruning may seem a daunting task if you don’t know where to start. Learn about pruning basics including tools, tips, timing, and techniques for pruning trees and shrubs in your yard.

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2026 FCS Conference

County: Massac, Pulaski, Johnson, Union, Alexander

Unlock the magic! Join us at Shawnee Community College on April 9, 2026 for the Family and Consumer Sciences Conference. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in three different…

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Spring Wreath Workshop

County: Macon

Create your own spring wreath in this hands-on workshop with the Macon County Master Gardeners! Learn simple design techniques and take home a beautiful wreath to welcome spring. No experience…

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April in Paris Gardening Seminar

County: Edgar

Edgar County Master Gardeners are hosting the April in Paris Garden Seminar again! The event will offer four speakers, vendors, and breakfast.

This year's speakers and subjects are:

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Garlic Mustard Pull

County: Johnson, Massac, Alexander, Pulaski, Union
Friends of the Shawnee National Forest, Shawnee National Forest, and Illinois Extension are partnering up to host garlic mustard pulls on April 10 and April 17 at Trigg Tower. We will meet on these…
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Mindfulness Hike at Springdale Cemetery

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment. 
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your connection…
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State 4-H Awards Banquet

Celebrate our state award winners!

Celebrate our state award winners!

The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their…

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Nature Journaling: Intro to Nature Journaling

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Facilitator: Sarah SmithDate: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026Location: Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights…
Gardenfest ready, set, grow

Gardenfest - ready, set, grow

McHenry County
County: McHenry

Explore the latest gardening trends, techniques, and tools during this daylong series of seminars for gardeners of every skill level.

Held annually, Gardenfest is sponsored by McHenry County…

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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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