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Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

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Wits Fitness

Macomb
County: McDonough

Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness! 

Wits Fitness offers an engaging, research‑supported approach to lifelong brain health. Each session includes interactive activities, memory…

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Master Gardener Informational Booth

County: Christian

Not sure what vegetables, fruit, or flowers would work best for your needs? Have a plant dying or a problem with a tree or pest? Christian County Master Gardeners will be available …

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Horse Show

County: Randolph, Perry

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Horse Show will be held at the Randolph County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 1 p.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

Path of Green Trees

Cook County June Nature Wellness Walk

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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Trash Blast at Giant City State Park

County: Jackson

Illinois Extension is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) at Giant City State Park to protect our local natural resources by hosting a fall Trash Blast on June 13…

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Bat Acoustic Walk

Dayton Bluffs Preserve
County: LaSalle
Join us for an immersive nocturnal hike where you'll use specialized acoustic detectors to listen for the inaudible calls of bats. Learn about about the 13 species of bats that call Illinois home,…
Canned Green beans

Preserving Practice: Pressure Canning Green Beans

County: Winnebago

Green beans are a summer favorite for many home gardeners. With their ease of cultivation, high yields, and versatility, they are among the most commonly grown vegetables in home gardens. If you…

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Randolph and Perry County 4-H Small Pet Show

County: Randolph, Perry

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Small Pet Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 9 a.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

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Conservation Tours

Carey Boehm-Corrie - Native Lawnscaping Tour
County: McDonough
Native "Lawnscaping" Tour

Born and raised in Schuyler County, my family has owned and operated Boehm's Garden Center since 1978.  I've been immersed in plants since birth.  My husband and…

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101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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