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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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Wild Neighbors: Coyotes

County: Boone

Coyotes are one of the most misunderstood species in Illinois and the U.S.  They conjure up mixed feelings of fear, anger, and, for some, wild beauty.  There are many stories about…

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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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Cook and Connect with Extension

March Session
County: Monroe

Join Illinois Extension for Cook and Connect, a hands-on cooking experience designed for youth ages 9–13. Participants will explore new flavors, practice teamwork, and learn mindful eating habits…

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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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Conserving Your Land and Legacy

Soil Health, Pollinators, and Habitat
County: Stephenson
Join University of Illinois Extension for a three-part evening series designed for farmers, landowners, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and natural resource stewardship. This program…

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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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

County: Bureau

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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