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YQCA training

County: Marion

Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Show

County: Perry, Randolph

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on Monday, June 15, beginning at 8 a.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

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Community Youth Impact Coalition

County: Washington

Seeking community members, volunteers, organizations, educators, and local partners who care about supporting youth and strengthening our community. 

Meeting monthly, this collaborative…

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Motivation Monday: Diabetes at the Y

Desserts, Drinks, and Blood Sugar

Understanding how food impacts blood sugar can increase your confidence to manage diabetes day-to-day. Join Illinois Extension for educational sessions to strengthen your knowledge and skills.…

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AJMPU 4-H Horse Show

County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union

Join us June 15 at J Bar S Arena in Norris City  for the 2026 4-H Horse Show. Youth from Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski and Union Counties, as well as Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Pop,…

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Wild Classrooms

Wild Classrooms is a hands‑on outdoor professional development workshop series for educators, hosted by Illinois Extension at South Park in Quincy.

Each two‑hour workshop focuses on a…

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Youth Cooking School

Edwardsville Afternoon Session
County: Madison

Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.

Participants will learn:

Basic cooking and…

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Pollinator Power: Flowers, Bees, and Habitat

County: Montgomery

Explore pollinators through hands-on activities that teach how flowers, bees, and habitats work together! Bring young learners for an engaging, hands-on science experience centered on pollinators…

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Auction

County: Randolph, Perry

Current 4-H youth who showcase livestock during the fair can participate in the Perry and Randolph County Livestock Auction. This event is at the Perry County Fairgrounds on June 16 at 6 p.m. and…

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Learn & Have Fun at Cloverbud Camp!

for ages 5-7
County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Attention all adventurous youth ages 5-7 -- Join the 4-H Cloverbud Camp for exciting hands-on activities designed just for you. Explore topics like art, STEM, nature, animals, kitchen science,…

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