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Blooms for Mom

County: Marion

Come make a special flower arrangement for Mother’s Day!

In this fun workshop, you’ll learn how flowers grow, how to safely cut and prepare them, and an easy “Rule of 3” that helps you…

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Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health

County: Rock Island

Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program led by Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois…

From Backyards to Boardrooms: Building Community Led Climate Resilience at Every Scale

From Backyards to Boardrooms: Building Community Led Climate Resilience at Every Scale

County: Winnebago

Make sense of what climate change means for our state today and what we can do together to prepare for tomorrow during this 90‑minute interactive workshop with University of Illinois Extension…

Compost! Feed the soil that feeds us

Compost Giveback & Ask a Master Gardener Booth

Adventures in Composting
County: Lake

SOIL LOVES COMPOST!

 Celebrate International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) and learn about the many benefits of this naturally produced soil amendment. We're giving away a truckload of…

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Eat and Educate - Eating Well as You Age

Strong and Steady
County: Randolph

Learn how nutritional needs change over time and how to make smart, enjoyable food choices that support heart health, bone strength, digestion, and immune function. Gain practical tips for…

Coffee Talk at Hoopeston Public Library with mugs with lattes

Coffee Talk at Hoopeston Public Library

May Session
County: Vermilion

Join Illinois Extension and OMNI 4 All for Coffee Talk at the Hoopeston Public Library (110 N 4th St., Hoopeston, IL 60942).

This three-part series will teach participants on eating to…

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Peoria 4-H Federation Meeting

County: Peoria

Peoria 4-H teens are invited to participate in the county-wide Federation. This group meets monthly, plans county-wide special events, and volunteer in many 4-H leadership roles. 

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Afterschool Networking Group Meeting

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…

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Garden Planning Workshop

Princeton Public Library
County: Bureau

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…

Cake It ‘Til You Make It State 4-H Cake Decorating Competition

Registration is open!

In this high-energy, live cake decorating competition, youth will engage in a creative, hands-on experience that fosters artistic expression, builds confidence, and promotes…

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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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