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Russel Allen Garden Day 2026

County: Logan
The University of Illinois Extension Logan County Master Gardeners will host Russel Allen Garden Day on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln. The event will…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Montgomery
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

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Motivation Monday: Diabetes at the Y

What is a Carb?

Understanding how food impacts blood sugar can increase your confidence to manage diabetes day-to-day. Join Illinois Extension for educational sessions to strengthen your knowledge and skills.…

Grow your own groceries, greens

The Greens: Lettuces, Spinach, Cabbages and more

Grow Your Own Groceries
County: Grundy, Kankakee, Will
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? 

Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? 

Join…

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Junior Master Naturalist Program at Woodstock Library

Mammals
County: McHenry

Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of mammals. Explore local McHenry County predator prey relationships, animal adaptations, ecology, and…

4-H Reading and Art Hour

4-H Reading and Art Hour

March Session
County: Ford
Spend an afternoon with Ford County 4-H at the Paxton Carnegie Library (254 S Market St, Paxton, IL 60957) for our 4-H Reading and Art Hour on Monday, March 23.We would love to share a time of…

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Curso de Certificación de Gerente de Protección de Alimentos | Condado de McLean

County: McLean
Las reglas estatales de Illinois requieren que mínimo un empleado en su establecimiento de comida obtenga la Certificación de Gerente de Protección de Alimentos.

La Universidad de Illinois…

Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Franklin Creek

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Give your child the chance to unplug, explore, and connect with nature through our Nature Explorers SPIN Club! Designed for youth ages 8–18, this hands-on experience encourages curiosity,…

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4-H Cookie Decorating

County: Macoupin

Learn the basics of cookie decorating with this fun, hands-on workshop! Learn from the decorators at Ginger Bean Bakery how to decorate beautiful and colorful themed sugar cookies!  Each…

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Lessons for Living

The Art and Science of Afternoon Tea
County: Macoupin

Have you ever attended an afternoon tea? Do you know what makes up this grand event? Learn all about the origins of this elegant event. We’ll also discuss the health benefits of tea, details on…

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