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Rend Lake Pollinator Garden Stewardship Day

County: Franklin

University of Illinois Extension is partnering with the US Army Corps of Engineers to provide public pollinator garden stewardship opportunities at the Rend Lake Project Office Visitor Center from…

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Master Naturalist Book Club

We Bought a Zoo by Benjamin Mee
County: Macon

Join us each month as we read a different nature-themed book and enjoy a lively discussion. You do not have to be a Master Naturalist to participate. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. It's a great…

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The Night Shift: Moths of Illinois

Lacon Public Library
County: Marshall

Explore the fascinating world of Illinois’ moths and the essential roles they play in our ecosystems. This program highlights moth diversity, their often-overlooked importance as pollinators, and…

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Diabetes 101

Management Beyond Food
County: Stephenson
Diabetes touches millions of lives every day. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed, have been living with diabetes for years, or are supporting a loved one, you’re not alone. With the right…
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DIY Paper Marbling Workshop

County: Macon, Piatt, DeWitt

Love all things arts and crafts?

Join 4-H and learn how to do DIY paper marbling! Paper marbling is a technique where you float thinned paint (or ink or food coloring) on thickened water (…

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Rainscaping Education Program

County: Rock Island
Learn how to build and care for rain gardens!

Join Horticulture Educator Emily Swihart for the Rainscaping Education Program! This program will provide practical, research-based methods to manage…

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Yoga at Whistler Woods

County: Cook

 

Yoga at Whistler Woods

All-level yoga. No experience necessary. Yoga mats and props provided.

September 23rd. 

10-11am

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Meditation Mornings

County: Cook

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday…

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From Caps to Trails: A Fungi Day Out

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Curious about mushrooms? You are invited to join us at Tawny Oaks Visitor Center for a presentation with Kelli Parke, Program Coordinator at the Forest Park Nature Center of the Peoria Park District…
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Growing Quality Blooms

Small Farm Field Day
County: Cook

Growing Quality Blooms
September 24, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
the Talking Farm   3669 W Howard Street, Skokie, IL

Featuring results from current on‑farm research trials, participants…

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