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Embryology in the Classroom Program: Chick Adoption Day

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

The 4-H Embryology in the Classroom program has chicks to offer for free. The chicks have been hatched by local teachers and students. They are straight run, white leghorn breed. 

Chick…

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23 Annual 4-H Day with the Cardinals

Join us for one of the most exciting traditions of the year! Registration is now open for the 23rd Annual 4-H Day with the Cardinals, hosted in partnership with the University of Illinois…

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Peoria 4-H Archery Begins

County: Peoria

Youth ages 8 to 18 are invited to participate in the Archery 4-H club. The spring session will be held for 6 Saturdays staring May 16. Contact the office for complete details. 

The club…

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2026 Master Gardener Plant Sale

Kendall County
County: Kendall
Saturday, May 169 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Rain or shineThe 2026 sale will feature:14 varieties of tomatoes10 varieties of peppersNative plantsNursery-stock perennialsMaster Gardeners on-hand to answer…
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State 4-H Esports Tournament

Registration is open!

Registration is now open for Level Up: 2026 Illinois 4 H State Esports Tournament!

Path of Green Trees

Cook County May Nature Wellness Walk 2026

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…

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Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners

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Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners!

This program will introduce youth to nature and gardening through storybooks and fun learning activities. This session explores the exciting…

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Lee County Master Gardeners Plant Sale

County: Lee

A variety of homegrown annuals, perennials, and vegetables will be available. Purchases benefit the Lee County Master Gardeners. Master Gardeners will be present to answer gardening questions and…

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Puff Quilt Sewing Workshop

County: Bond

Join us for a fun and creative 4-H Puff Quilt Sewing Workshop on May 16th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM! This hands-on workshop will guide youth through the process of making their very own puff quilt…

Family Forestry Field Day

Family Forestry Field Day

With Illinois Forestry Association, the Walnut Council, and Illinois Tree Farm
County: Winnebago

Join the Illinois Forestry Association, Illinois Extension, the Walnut Council, and Illinois Tree Farm for the 2026 Family Forestry Field Day at the Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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