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Beekeeping 101

Modern Homesteading Series
County: Jackson
What's the buzz on beekeeping?

Beekeeping is a multifaceted practice that offers numerous benefits to individuals, communities, and the environment. Illinois Extension is teaming up with Food…

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Diabetes Clinic - Hydrate with Water

County: Livingston, McLean, Woodford
Did you know that water makes up, on average, about 60% of the human body? Water is essential for daily functioning.

Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to…

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The Fuel to Fight Cancer

Lessons for Living Series 2024
Explore how the right food helps to fight cancer.

Nutrition is a tool to support cancer prevention, treatment, and care. This lesson will discuss research on how food can reduce cancer risk and…

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The Fuel to Fight Cancer | Cissna Park Community Library

Lessons at the Library
County: Iroquois, Ford, Vermilion, Champaign

Join your fellow community members and friends to participate in a variety of health-related webinars throughout the year! No matter your age, learn valuable life lessons and gain relevant, easy-…

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Growing Natives in Your Garden

Livingston County Master Gardeners
County: Livingston
Join us for a delightful Victorian Tea Party and immerse yourself in the world of native plants!
 Enjoy an afternoon of tea while learning about the importance of incorporating native plants…
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State 4-H Superior Young Dairy Producer Contest

Mark your calendars!

Compete for one of three scholarships in this fun and friendly contest! The purpose of the contest is to create an educational activity that promotes youth development,…

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Regional 4-H Showcase

County: Perry

The Regional Showcase will provide an additional avenue for 4-H youth in the southern 49 counties to showcase 4-H their projects. The showbook, and full details are available online HERE. …

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Wits Fitness: Brain Exercise Class | Oregon

County: Ogle

Wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Join University of Illinois Educator, Kara Schweitzer, as she leads participants through interactive…

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Intensive Vegetable Production, Processing, and Freezing

Summer Twilight Series
County: White
Explore specialty crops and production. 

Sunnybrook Gardens is a local family-owned and operated specialty crop farm growing fruits, vegetables & flowers. After more than 30 years…

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Farm Safety for Youth: Keeping the Next Generation Safe

Cultivating Caution: A Monthly Guide to Farm Safety and Health Webinar Series
Reduce the dangers for youth on the farm by implementing safety precautions.

Young people are uniquely vulnerable to farm hazards, and children and teens make up a significant portion of injuries…

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