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Where to Start: Decluttering Your Home and Finances

County: McLean
Feeling overwhelmed by the stuff piling up around you? If your home, workspace, or “drop zones” are becoming more stressful than supportive, this program can help. 
 Together, we’ll…

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Preserve at Home

A Growing Community Program with DeWitt & Piatt Master Gardeners
Preserve at Home, A Growing Community Program with DeWitt & Piatt Master Gardeners Learn to safely water-bath and pressure can, freeze, dry, and ferment your garden harvest and farmers…

Nature Explorers SPIN Club: Nachusa Grasslands

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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Yes, You Can: Water Bath and Pressure Canning Basics

County: Stephenson

Home food preservation remains a popular way to enjoy seasonal favorites year-round. Whether you are motivated by rising food costs, a desire to know exactly what’s in your food, or a desire to…

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Wellness Wednesday Walk and Talk

Move Your Body, Refresh Your Mind
County: Monroe

A monthly series designed to empower individuals in their journey towards better health and well-being. Led by Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Registered Dietitian Kris Juelfs, each…

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Rethink and Recall: Understanding Memory and Embracing Change

Lawrence and Richland counties
County: Lawrence, Richland

Illinois Extension serving Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties is hosting the Rethink and Recall seminar, led by Extension Health and Family Educator Robin Ridgley. Both…

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Diabetes Clinic - Smart Snacking

Woodford County Workshop
County: Woodford

Do you reach for a snack when you’re hungry or is it out of habit? This lesson will have you reflecting on your snacking behaviors and will help guide you to make smart snacking decisions.

Terrific Tomatoes

Terrific Tomatoes

County: Winnebago

Join Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty for a practical, grower‑friendly program focused on helping you succeed with tomatoes—from choosing the right varieties to managing pests,…

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Eat and Educate - Living with Arthritis

Strong and Steady
County: Randolph

This program is designed to support older adults living with arthritis by focusing on simple, effective lifestyle changes that can reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance…

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Garden Planning Workshop

Oglesby Public Library
County: LaSalle

Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…

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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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