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Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Horticulture Power Hour
County: Grundy
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an…
Sourdough Fermentation
Make & Take Starter Workshop
County: LaSalle
Join us for a hands-on workshop and discover the fascinating world of fermentation. Learn the secrets behind creating delicious, tangy sourdough bread from scratch. We’ll explore the…
Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library
Raccoons
County: JoDaviess
Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…
Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: First Aid Kits
Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…
Amazing Annuals
Presented by University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District
County: Lake
The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series Programs will be held…
Grow Together
Pollinator Pocket Gardens
Join us for some hands-on learning experiences designed to help you grow with confidence and community! Discover how to create vibrant pollinator pocket gardens and learn how to choose native plants…
Houseplant Propagation | Oregon
County: Ogle
Are your plants taking over? Or maybe you just want to grow your collection without buying more? Join us for a fun and informative session on houseplant propagation. Hosted by Illinois Extension and…
Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Pool Noodle Plane
Richland County
County: Richland
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public…
Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health
County: Henry
Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program led by Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois…
Composting: The Next Batch
With Nicholas Conservatory
County: Winnebago
You have the power to encourage earths natural decomposing processes to create one of the keys to a thriving yard. Get the most out of your compost by refining your skills during Composting: The Next…