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Plantable Paper Seed Lab

Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center
County: Johnson

Have you ever wanted to make plantable paper? Plantable paper, which can be made into a bookmark, ornament, or other keepsake, can then be planted in the ground to grow flowers. Join us for a…

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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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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 fascinating…

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Marcoot Jersey Creamery

County: Marion

Experience a hands-on “field to fork” tour where youth can explore how milk goes from the farm to the table. Participants will visit the milking parlor and learn about the milking process,…

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Harvesting and Succession Planting

Homegrown Harvest (Summer Series)
County: Macon

Homegrown Harvest is a series of family-friendly workshops designed to support vegetable gardeners of all skill levels. Discover tips and tricks for growing a successful garden! See more…

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Sangamon/Menard 4-H General Projects Show & Logan/Menard/Sangamon Foods, Nutrition, and Health Show 2026

County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Sangamon and Menard 4-H members enrolled in General Projects will exhibit their project work; and Logan, Menard, and Sangamon 4-H members enrolled in Food, Nutrition, and Health projects will…

Youth Bicycle Safety Day

Youth Bicycle Safety Day

County: Winnebago

Join us for a Youth Bicycle Safety Day on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds, Building 4, 500 W. 1st Street, Pecatonica.  Participants will…

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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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2026 Poultry Testing

for Lake and McHenry 4-H Youth
County: McHenry
This event is for Lake and McHenry 4-H Youth. Please register for the Poultry Pullorum-Typhoid Testing.Date: SUNDAY, JUNE 27Location: EXTENSION/FARM BUREAU PARKING LOT (OUTSIDE, BEHIND THE…

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Sangamon 4-H Livestock Shows 2026

County: Sangamon

Sangamon 4-H members enrolled in livestock projects will exhibit their animals during the Beef, Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, and Swine Shows and the Youth Livestock Auction. Details for…

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