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Hold That Thought: Explore Strategies for Forgetfulness

County: Williamson

Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Misplaced your keys or cell phone? Forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered “yes,” you are not alone!…

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Native Alternative for Landscaping Grasses and Sedges | Belvidere

Boone County Master Gardeners
County: Boone
Sustainable landscaping starts with the plants we choose. Join us for an engaging and informative program designed for landscape professionals and property owners who want to incorporate more…
Grow your own groceries, melons

Melons and Gourds

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…

Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Savanna

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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Business in Front, Party in the Back - Designing a Native Landscape Your Neighbors will Appreciate

Hosted by Wild Ones Lake-to-Prairie Chapter and the University of Illinois Extension - Lake County
County: Lake

Even the most thoughtfully designed native landscape can sometimes be misunderstood or even viewed as problematic by neighbors or local municipalities. What begins as an effort to support…

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Monroe County Outdoor Explorers

Geology
County: Monroe

Join us for a guided evening walk to explore geology. This program is designed for youth and adults of all ages and includes light hiking.

What to BringA drinkAppropriate shoes and clothing for…
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Tazewell 4-H Jr. Master Gardener Club Begins

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

If plants, gardening, insects, and getting your hands dirty is your thing, be sure to check out one of the Junior Master Gardener SPIN clubs! Led by local Master Gardener volunteers, you're sure…

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Serve It Safely

County: Piatt, Macon, DeWitt

Serve It Safely, a non-restaurant food handler training program, covers current food safety recommendations, including food storage, cleaning and sanitation, safe cooking temperatures, and…

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2026 Sheep Weigh-in

Lake and McHenry County 4-H
County: McHenry
Sheep Weigh-in for Market LambsMay 5 from 3-7pm - TUESDAYMcHenry County Fairgrounds COUNTY FAIR ONLY: The following rules can be found in the McHenry County 4-H Livestock showbookAll market…
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Dig In! Growing Wellness Through Nature and Gardening

Healthy Minds, Strong Communities Series
County: McLean
Join us for a fun and relaxing family-friendly workshop that brings wellness to life through nature and gardening! 

In this hands-on program, you’ll discover the many benefits of spending time…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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