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2026 Gardening Insights

County: Macon
Saturday, February 28 | 7:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.$20 | 12 Classes 

Life Foursquare Church
2954 W Ash Ave.
Decatur, IL  62526

Sign up by February 22

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Joys of Gardening

A Saturday of Horticulture Fun!
County: Stephenson
Join us for the 27th Annual JOYS OF GARDENING on February 28, 2026, for a Saturday of Horticulture Fun!The event runs from 8:25 a.m. to Noon (registration at 8 a.m., keynote at 8:25 a.m.) at Highland…

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Big & Small Gardening

County: Lee, Carroll, Whiteside

All ages are invited to learn more about gardening with the Lee County Master Gardeners. This series will be held the first Tuesday of the month starting September 2 through April 2026, with some…

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Succession Planning for Farm Families

County: LaSalle

Planning for the future of your farm is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family’s legacy.  Join us for an informative session on succession and estate planning…

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Watershed Stewards Training

County: Coles
This science-based interactive training program provides a comprehensive look at watershed systems—including hydrology, water quality and quantity, flooding, and the ecological benefits of healthy…

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4-H Embryology in the Classroom

County: Lee, Whiteside
This event is for teachers in Lee and Whiteside counties.  Registration due February 13, 2026-To ensure all materials are available and eggs orderedSupplies will be delivered the weeks of…

2026 Gateway Green Conference

County: Madison
Support a thriving, sustainable environment. 

Natural resource professionals play a key role in protecting our communities’ environmental assets. With ongoing research and changing conditions…

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Tai Chi at Windsor of Savoy

March Session
County: Champaign

Move with Ease - Discover the Power of Tai Chi!

Experience a gentle yet powerful way to improve your strength, flexibility and balance while reducing pain and fall risk! 

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Afterschool Networking Group Meeting

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…

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Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training

County: Marshall

Illinois growers who transport or apply anhydrous ammonia are required by state regulation (8 IAC 215) to complete Certified Grower Training. The certification is good for three years. 

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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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