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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…

Five different types of pies with lattice crusts.

Pie Making Workshop

County: Jackson

Get your baking hands ready for this in-person pie-making workshop on July 2, starting at 9 a.m. at the Jackson County Extension office. This workshop will be led by none other than the local pie…

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Diabetes Clinic: Strength Training

Livingston County Program
County: Livingston

This lesson explains how strength training helps improve blood sugar control, build muscle, and increase overall strength. Learn safe, simple exercises and how to incorporate them into a balanced…

Flag and fireworks 4th of July Independence Day USA

Office Closed

Our office will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. We return to normal business hours on Monday, July 6th.

A bobwhite quail standing on a tree stump in the middle of a field of grass.

Conservation Tours

Brent Fowler-Curtis Farm Wagon Tour
County: McDonough
Conservation efforts are increasing bobwhite populations.

Brent Fowler, a farmer and native plant enthusiast, enjoys creating wildlife habitat on unprofitable acres with a focus on bobwhite quail.…

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Mercer County 4-H members showing sheep
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Mercer County 4‑H Fair

County: Mercer

The Mercer County 4‑H Fair showcases the hard work, dedication, and growing skills of local youth. From general projects to livestock shows, auctions, and hands‑on demonstrations, the fair offers…

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Children at a play table using toy food and utensils to pretend-cut vegetables during a kitchen-themed activity.
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Youth Cooking School Junior Chef Edition

Waterloo Morning Session
County: Monroe

Calling all young chefs ages 5-8! The Junior Chef Edition of Youth Cooking School is designed especially for younger participants who are ready to begin exploring the kitchen.

During this…

Children at a play table using toy food and utensils to pretend-cut vegetables during a kitchen-themed activity.
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Youth Cooking School Junior Chef Edition

Waterloo Afternoon Session
County: Monroe

Calling all young chefs ages 5-8! The Junior Chef Edition of Youth Cooking School is designed especially for younger participants who are ready to begin exploring the kitchen.

During this…

A pollinator garden featuring clusters of yellow Black-eyed Susans, purple coneflowers, and tall lavender hyssop spikes.

Creating Habitats for Pollinators

County: Jersey

Ready to dive into pollinator-friendly habitat plant selection? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for a pollinator-friendly garden. Explore various garden…

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frog in water
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Nature Explorers Camp

Cold-Blooded Critters Camp (ages 7-9; must have completed 1st grade)
County: DeKalb

Campers will have fun learning about our local reptiles and amphibians. We will get up close and personal with our resident cold-blooded creatures and learn “cool” new facts about them, too! We…

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